The PIrate Festival - Sainte-Marie, MG

Rediscover or discover Sainte-Marie in a different light. After the successful first edition, the Pirate Festival will return in November (from 1st to 3rd) on the island of Sainte-Marie. This will be the opportunity for Nosy Boraha to “transform into a real pirate den for three days”, the organizers say. This time it will be all folklore, linked to the tourist image of the island, that will be the protagonist, with events that will be animated both by local residents and by famous artists who have come specifically for the occasion. Numerous activities are planned, including the great treasure hunt, sports competitions, as well as numerous artistic and cultural events.

“The objective of the Pirate Festival is to diversify the tourist offer and further promote the Sainte-Marie destination”, explain the organizers. This will be the opportunity for tourists to also discover the island’s flagship circuits, in particular “Pirate Island”, the inspiring muse of local tourism. This circuit immerses visitors in the history of piracy in Sainte-Marie, constituting one of its main tourist attractions. Trace an exciting route that leads to the Vieux-Fort, the Church, Isle Madame, the Saint-Pierre cemetery and Forbans Island.

The “Pirate Festival” is an event organized by the LCDF association (Le Circuit de Forban), partner of Orange Madagascar, and responsible for the management and promotion of the “Pirate Island” circuit. The Festival is organized in collaboration with the Tourist Office of Sainte-Marie and the Ministry of Tourism and Crafts is a privileged partner. For several weeks in Sainte-Marie there has been enthusiasm to prepare the ground. Even in the off-season, this annual event, which began last year, has helped boost the local tourism sector. It has indeed attracted thousands of visitors, thus acting as a springboard for tourism, along with numerous other annual events.

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