Madagascar Canoes

No sooner had our ship set anchor near Nosy Be, than a dozen or so dugout canoes paddled right up to us.

One man sold fruit directly to passengers as they sat in their tender boats. Others sold handmade souvenirs.

A few, however, seemed to be visiting our ship out of curiosity more than anything else.

We also saw single sail boats. Having grown up with one, I have a soft spot for that type of water craft. It reminds me of many happy hours sailing with my dad.Read more