Gift ideas Tana – Antananarivo

Company specialized in the manufacture of models of boats. Its rich and varied catalog offers nearly 130 references of tall ships, old riggings... handmade according to the original plans: a rare and quality know-how of which Le Village would be one of the last standard bearers in the world. Each model is numbered, accompanied by a historical summary engraved on wood, and made in the Tana workshop. The stores also sell marquetry cards and paintings, as well as decorative aluminum objects.

It is the largest set of craft stores in Tana. It was created in 1992 by Mrs. Alice (Lisy of her small name), knitter of trade, who used to represent and promote the Malagasy craft industry on the European fairs. From the original small knitting and handicraft workshop, the place, thanks to Lisy's professionalism became what it is today: a permanent exhibition-sale on both sides of the road, with a café and restaurant. You can find baskets, pouches, raffia, wood, horn, silver jewelry and much more!

Both simple and elegant, the Cabane des Fées presents in its small garden items halfway between craftsmanship and sewing. Jewellery, baskets, household linen, accessories, embroidery, "tsutsu" bags highlight traditional Malagasy art while revisiting and transforming it to create modern and original objects.

Papaya, (formerly Ivahona), is the lifestyle beachwear boutique , 100% Malagasy. A brand that highlights the handmade, the artisans of the island and a positive idea of life. Products for the pleasure of the senses: soaps and natural oils from Mada, spices, fashion creations with local artisans, crafts, jewelry and decoration. But also accessories (bags, swimwear, etc.). A selection of trendy items with materials as rustic as they are chic, decorative objects and original handicrafts that will make perfect "souvenir" gifts.

Solomon Rakotomanana, self-taught craftsman-sculptor, works with wood like no other. Born in 1955, of a sculptor-cabinetmaker father and a weaver mother, he lives since the age of 10 years his passion for the manipulation of wood. With 50 years of artistic career, he has never stopped creating. His works, carved in the mass, have been the subject of numerous exhibitions, including internationally. He limits himself to recycling and uses only dead wood (after the passage of cyclones, for example) to which he gives an admirable second life.

Small boutique shop where you can find ready-to-wear designers, interior furniture, unique objects, furniture, high-fantasy jewellery… Welcoming and enthusiastic welcome. 

This brand specializes in vanilla, from the bean to the extract, and offers all sorts of vanilla-based products: tea, rum, but also body products. Quality spices are also collected throughout Madagascar from selected and often organic producers. This store is ideal to stock up on gifts before leaving, on the way to the airport. You will find high quality essential oils, different types of honeys, spices, but also perfumes and cosmetics.