The perfect follow up to a Southern Africa safari, Miavana has brought a new level of luxury to the Madagascan coastline. An advocate for taking it easy, a boutique number of villas dot the beachfront. The sunlight and a cool ocean breeze bathing the private decks and plunge pools. It invites nothing but relaxation, but should the urge to explore take hold they’ll happily oblige.

Forest treks give a glimpse of the shy lemurs, while the ocean brings out a playful side with the likes of whale and dolphin watching and snorkelling or diving the kaleidoscopic reef. It’s obvious that the nature Miavana shares a home with is very close to its heart. So it’s no surprise that the resort’s eco- credentials involve several programmes designed to protect the rich natural resources and wildlife.