Masola National Park

Sava Region, Northeastern Madagascar, Madagascar

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Masoala National Park, located in the Sava Region of northeastern Madagascar, is the largest protected area in the country and one of its most important biodiversity hotspots.

Established in 1997, the park protects an extraordinary range of ecosystems, including tropical rainforests, coastal forests, mangroves, marshes, and coral reefs. It is also part of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Rainforests of the Atsinanana. The park is home to an exceptional variety of wildlife, including the endemic red ruffed lemur, aye-aye, colorful chameleons, rare birds, and numerous plant species found nowhere else on Earth.

Its marine areas also support rich coral reef ecosystems, sea turtles, and seasonal visits by humpback whales. Known for its remote wilderness and remarkable natural beauty, Masoala National Park offers visitors opportunities for rainforest trekking, wildlife observation, kayaking, snorkeling, and exploring pristine coastal environments. Its unique combination of rainforest and marine habitats makes it one of Madagascar’s most outstanding natural treasures.