There are few places in the world that remain untouched by tourism, but in autumn 2016, intrepid travellers from across the globe will have the opportunity to dip their toes in the pristine waters of the Indian Ocean while residing on the untouched island of Nosy Ankao, just off the northeast coast of Madagascar.

A luxurious retreat surrounded by vibrant reefs that offers exceptional snorkelling and diving opportunities, the brand new resort of Miavana will be made up of 14 one, two and three bedroom villas dotted along the pure white beaches of this tropical island.

Designed for nature lovers who appreciate the finer things in life, Miavana will offer a world-class spa, sumptuous accommodations, and a comprehensive selection of water and land based activities including whale and dolphin watching, deep-sea fishing, jet skiing, lemur treks, and the unique opportunity to get up close and personal with the island’s resident turtles.

While we may have to wait until October 2016 to indulge in this exciting development, here are a few images sourced from the Time + Tide Website (owners of Miavana) to tickle your taste buds – enjoy!

All images courtesy of Time + Tide @ timeandtideafrica.com/miavana