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Safety
Antananarivo and Central Highlands
Exercise increased cautionCapital and surrounding highlands are broadly safe during daylight; petty theft and occasional robbery occur, especially in poorly lit areas at night.
Avoid: Avoid Anosibe district and isolated neighborhoods after sunset. Do not hike in hills around the city without a guide.
Source: UK FCDO · Verified 2026-07-06
East Coast and Rainforests
Exercise normal precautionsTourist areas including Toliara, Nosy Be, and rainforest parks are secure with normal precautions. Road conditions are poor but safe for experienced travelers.
Source: UK FCDO · Verified 2026-07-06
South and Southwest
Exercise normal precautionsToliara and southwest coast see few tourists but are generally secure. Banditry is rare on main roads; avoid remote areas after dark.
Avoid: Isolated inland tracks without local guides.
Source: UK FCDO · Verified 2026-07-06
3 zones rated separately against UK FCDO. Oldest check on this page: 6 July 2026.
Emergency Contacts
National Police
police
Emergency Medical Services
ambulance
Hopital Joseph Ravoahangy Andohatapenaka (HJRA)
hospital · Antananarivo