Air Madagascar flies to 51 towns and localities in the island and they offer an 'Air Tourist Pass' which allows unlimited travel for certain periods. Madagascar has a strong maritime tradition and there are many coastal transport services. The northern line is to be extended. The southern line passes through spectacular rainforests.
Light refreshments are sometimes available.
The rail service is intermittent in that trains arrive on one day and return on the following day. Children under 4 travel free. Children aged 4-6 pay half fare. The road network is in need of repair. Tarred roads of varying quality link the main towns in the central highlands and continue to the most populous parts of the east and northwest coasts.