There are few places on earth so beautiful they feel sacred. Everything is rare, remarkable, pristine. It’s a wonderland of serenity, and a blissful topical Eden of deserted beaches and lush forest. This is Miavana by Time and Tide – a remote and exquisite place that epitomises relaxed luxury and pure escape. On a private island off the coast of northern Madagascar, Miavana is in a 15 000 hectare marine reserve where turtles, dolphins and manta rays swim. So snorkelling is surreal in these warm waters and you’ll be surrounded by clouds of colourful tropical fish. There’s game fishing too – catch and release – for giant trevally, mahi mahi and dogtooth tuna. Or you could paddle board, kayak, kiteboard or simply swim in the turquoise shallows.