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'''Chez Maggie Hotel and Restaurant is located directly on the beach of Nosy Kely, a sandy half island about 1km from the centre of [[Morondava]].'''
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'''Kimony Beach, also known as Kimuni Beach, is a nice long stretch of sandy beach just seven kilometres north of [[Morondava]]. Near the airport of Morondava, a red sand road diverts from the main street and leads through fields and palm groves. After about five kilometres the sand road turns into an old cobble stoned road, passing a large open plain with mangroves. The scenery is like something out of Africa where one might expect lions or zebras passing in the distance.'''
  
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[[File:Kyrumi_Beach_001.jpg|thumb|left|600px|Kyrumi Beach near Morondava]]<br clear="all">
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[[File:Kimony_Beach_001.jpg|thumb|left|600px|Kimony Beach near Morondava]]<br clear="all">
  
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Chez Maggie is one of the first properties on Nosy Kely. The hotel offers several air-conditioned bungalows, two 2-storey chalets, one apartment with two rooms and three in Sakalava/Vezo style built bungalows. All accommodation is nicely set in a green garden with giant palm trees and colourful flowering plants. Guests who do not want to walk the few metres to the beach can jump in the swimming pool for a cool down on hot days. The large thatch-roofed "Le Masoandro Restaurant" serves seafood, meats and cheeses from throughout the country. Every day local fishermen deliver their fresh catch to the restaurant.
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Walking from Morondava to Kimony Beach takes about 2.5 hours with views of beautiful nature. There is little shade during this walk, so starting early morning guarantees that one does not overheat in the strong sun. It is also possible to walk from town along the beach or take a taxi.
  
 
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<td valign="top">[[File:Kyrumi_Beach_005.jpg|185px|none|thumb|Sand road to Kyrumi Beach]]</td>
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<td valign="top">[[File:Kyrumi_Beach_003.jpg|185px|none|thumb|Old bridge]]</td>
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<td valign="top">[[File:Kyrumi_Beach_006.jpg|185px|none|thumb|Young man along the way]]</td>
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<td valign="top">[[File:Kimony_Beach_006.jpg|185px|none|thumb|Young man along the way]]</td>
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<td valign="top">[[File:Kyrumi_Beach_007.jpg|185px|none|thumb|Green vegetation along the river]]</td>
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<td valign="top">[[File:Kimony_Beach_007.jpg|185px|none|thumb|Green vegetation along the way]]</td>
 
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<td valign="top">[[File:Kyrumi_Beach_009.jpg|185px|none|thumb|Old stone road]]</td>
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<td valign="top">[[File:Kimony_Beach_009.jpg|185px|none|thumb|Old cobble stoned road]]</td>
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<td valign="top">[[File:Kyrumi_Beach_010.jpg|185px|none|thumb|On the way to Morondava]]</td>
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<td valign="top">[[File:Kimony_Beach_010.jpg|185px|none|thumb|On the way to Morondava]]</td>
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<td valign="top">[[File:Kyrumi_Beach_008.jpg|185px|none|thumb|Old stone road]]</td>
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<td valign="top">[[File:Kimony_Beach_008.jpg|185px|none|thumb|Old cobble stoned road]]</td>
 
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Morondava is the gateway to many atractions and activities in the western region of Madagascar. The main atractions include: [[Tsingy de Bemaraha]], [[Baobab Avenue]], [[Kirindy Forest]], tours on the [[Tsiribihina River]], diving at [[Belo sur Mer]], [[Kirindy-Mitea National Park]] and traditional sailing on the Mozambique Channel.
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Kimony Beach is a very deserted beach. There is just one small village nearby, but no shops or restaurants. Fishermen come and go in their pirogues, whilst their wifes and kids await their return in the shade of the few bushes along the beach.  
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Until recently, visitors could stay at the hotel "Le Domaine des Baobabs". However, a conflict between the two French hotel onwers and partners resulted in the hotel being shut down and abandoned. Nature has now taken its toll on the property and filled the unnecessary swimming pool with sand.
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'''Update 2012:''' A 5-hectare resort named [http://www.kimonyresort-morondava.com Kimony Resort] comprising 30 wooden bungalows has now opened on Kimony Beach.
  
 
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<td valign="top">[[File:Kyrumi_Beach_012.jpg|185px|none|thumb|Village entrance]]</td>
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<td valign="top">[[File:Kimony_Beach_012.jpg|185px|none|thumb|Village entrance]]</td>
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<td valign="top">[[File:Kyrumi_Beach_013.jpg|185px|none|thumb|Small village at the beach]]</td>
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<td valign="top">[[File:Kyrumi_Beach_014.jpg|185px|none|thumb|Bridge to Kyrumi Beach]]</td>
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<td valign="top">[[File:Kyrumi_Beach_015.jpg|185px|none|thumb|Hotel Le Domaine des Baobabs]]</td>
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<td valign="top">[[File:Kimony_Beach_015.jpg|185px|none|thumb|Hotel Le Domaine des Baobabs]]</td>
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<td valign="top">[[File:Kyrumi_Beach_016.jpg|185px|none|thumb|Hotel Le Domaine des Baobabs]]</td>
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<td valign="top">[[File:Kimony_Beach_016.jpg|185px|none|thumb|Hotel Le Domaine des Baobabs]]</td>
 
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<td valign="top">[[File:Kyrumi_Beach_017.jpg|185px|none|thumb|Kyrumi Beach to the south]]</td>
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<td valign="top">[[File:Kimony_Beach_017.jpg|185px|none|thumb|View to the south]]</td>
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<td valign="top">[[File:Kyrumi_Beach_018.jpg|185px|none|thumb|Locals at the beach]]</td>
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<td valign="top">[[File:Kimony_Beach_018.jpg|185px|none|thumb|Locals on the beach]]</td>
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<td valign="top">[[File:Kyrumi_Beach_019.jpg|185px|none|thumb|Kyrumi Beach to the north]]</td>
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<td valign="top">[[File:Kimony_Beach_019.jpg|185px|none|thumb|View to the north]]</td>
 
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The Chez Maggie Hotel is the exclusive booking agent for Remote River Expeditions (RRE). The hotel owner Gary Lemmer can help to arrange tailormade tours for groups or individuals. Some itineraries can be found at [http://www.remoterivers.com Remote Rivers].  
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Kimony Beach is a great place to spend a day. Just bring some water, food and fresh fruits from the market place in Morondava - and if you are a [[Vazaha|vazaha]] plenty of sun lotion.
  
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== Additional information ==
 
== Additional information ==
  
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* http://www.chezmaggie.com
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View all [[Kimony Beach photos]]
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* http://www.remoterivers.com
 

Latest revision as of 08:15, 4 January 2021

Kimony Beach, also known as Kimuni Beach, is a nice long stretch of sandy beach just seven kilometres north of Morondava. Near the airport of Morondava, a red sand road diverts from the main street and leads through fields and palm groves. After about five kilometres the sand road turns into an old cobble stoned road, passing a large open plain with mangroves. The scenery is like something out of Africa where one might expect lions or zebras passing in the distance.

Kimony Beach near Morondava

Walking from Morondava to Kimony Beach takes about 2.5 hours with views of beautiful nature. There is little shade during this walk, so starting early morning guarantees that one does not overheat in the strong sun. It is also possible to walk from town along the beach or take a taxi.

Sand road to Kimony Beach
Sand road to Kimony Beach
Sand road to Kimony Beach
Old bridge
Young man along the way
Green vegetation along the way
Old cobble stoned road
On the way to Morondava
Old cobble stoned road

Kimony Beach is a very deserted beach. There is just one small village nearby, but no shops or restaurants. Fishermen come and go in their pirogues, whilst their wifes and kids await their return in the shade of the few bushes along the beach.

Until recently, visitors could stay at the hotel "Le Domaine des Baobabs". However, a conflict between the two French hotel onwers and partners resulted in the hotel being shut down and abandoned. Nature has now taken its toll on the property and filled the unnecessary swimming pool with sand.

Update 2012: A 5-hectare resort named Kimony Resort comprising 30 wooden bungalows has now opened on Kimony Beach.

Small village at the beach
Village entrance
Small village at the beach
Bridge to Kimony Beach
Hotel Le Domaine des Baobabs
Hotel Le Domaine des Baobabs
View to the south
Locals on the beach
View to the north

Kimony Beach is a great place to spend a day. Just bring some water, food and fresh fruits from the market place in Morondava - and if you are a vazaha plenty of sun lotion.

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Additional information

View all Kimony Beach photos

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