Toliara, Madagascar 🇲🇬
#371
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Nomad Score:
48%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Very affordable city with low prices for daily expenses compared to global standards.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
85%
Weight: 80
Accommodation is inexpensive, with basic apartments and guesthouses available at low cost.
🍎 Food & Groceries
89%
Weight: 40
Local markets offer fresh produce at very low prices; imported goods are pricier but manageable.
🚌 Transportation Cost
90%
Weight: 20
Public transport and taxis are very cheap, though infrastructure is basic.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
72%
Weight: 15
Limited entertainment options but affordable local events and beach activities.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
51%
Weight: 10
Few gyms available; membership costs are moderate but options are limited.
💱 Currency Stability
43%
Weight: 30
Malagasy Ariary is volatile with occasional inflation impacting purchasing power.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
37%
Weight: 100
Internet is slow and unreliable; limited broadband infrastructure in Toliara.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
12%
Weight: 40
No formal coworking spaces; digital nomads rely on cafes or hotels.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
34%
Weight: 30
Few cafes offer WiFi; connection quality is inconsistent.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
21%
Weight: 30
Limited number of cafes suitable for working; mostly basic setups.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
10%
Weight: 100
Very low popularity among digital nomads; off the beaten path.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
78%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with plenty of natural beauty supports good balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
79%
Weight: 15
Clean coastal environment with good air quality but some waste management issues.
🧼 Cleanliness
45%
Weight: 10
Public areas can be littered; infrastructure for waste disposal is limited.
🗨️ Language Barrier
32%
Weight: 30
French and Malagasy are dominant; English is rarely spoken, posing challenges.
💨 Air Quality
81%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality due to coastal location and low industrial activity.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
28%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare facilities with limited services; serious cases require travel to larger cities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
70%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low but quality is also limited.
🏥 Healthcare
30%
Weight: 20
Overall healthcare infrastructure is underdeveloped.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
86%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; dry season preferred.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
54%
Weight: 10
Moderate risk of cyclones during rainy season; generally safe otherwise.
🏞️ Green Spaces
67%
Weight: 10
Natural parks and coastal areas provide green spaces but urban greenery is limited.
❄️ Air Conditioning
40%
Weight: 15
Limited availability of air conditioning in accommodations and public places.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
23%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal variation; tropical climate with wet and dry seasons.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
75%
Weight: 20
Rich Malagasy culture with unique traditions and festivals.
🌃 Nightlife
30%
Weight: 15
Very limited nightlife options; mostly small bars and local gatherings.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
89%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to beaches, marine parks, and natural reserves.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
35%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; immersion possible but limited resources.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
72%
Weight: 10
Good opportunities for cultural tours, wildlife excursions, and beach activities.
🎳 Indoors Fun
20%
Weight: 10
Scarce indoor entertainment options; mostly small local venues.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
68%
Weight: 25
Local Malagasy cuisine is flavorful; limited international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
10%
Weight: 10
No dedicated yoga studios; informal practice possible.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
25%
Weight: 15
Few fitness centers; basic facilities only.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
60%
Weight: 15
Fresh fruits and seafood widely available; processed healthy options limited.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
55%
Weight: 20
GMT+3 time zone is neutral for European and African digital nomads; less ideal for Americas or Asia.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
15%
Weight: 25
Very limited professional networking due to small expat and digital nomad community.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
20%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is minimal; most rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
18%
Weight: 20
No established freelance ecosystem locally.
🏢 Coworking Quality
10%
Weight: 30
No formal coworking spaces; working conditions are basic.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
12%
Weight: 15
Startup ecosystem is nascent with very few tech initiatives.
💳 Local Payment Services
30%
Weight: 10
Mobile money services exist but limited; card acceptance is low.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
10%
Weight: 15
Minimal awareness and adoption of blockchain or crypto technologies.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
40%
Weight: 30
Toliara airport has limited domestic flights; international connections require transfers.
🚇 Public Transit
35%
Weight: 20
Basic minibuses and taxis available; no formal public transit system.
🚶 Walkability
60%
Weight: 20
Small city center is walkable but infrastructure is basic.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
10%
Weight: 15
No ride-sharing apps like Uber or Bolt available.
🚲 Cycling
45%
Weight: 10
Cycling possible but roads are not well developed or safe.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
30%
Weight: 15
Limited bus services; travel to other cities can be slow and uncomfortable.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
32%
Weight: 10
Some informal scooter and bike rentals exist but not widespread.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
65%
Weight: 20
Mobile coverage is decent in town but patchy in rural areas.
🔒 VPN Reliability
50%
Weight: 20
VPNs generally work but internet instability can cause interruptions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
40%
Weight: 15
Frequent power outages and voltage fluctuations are common.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
25%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is rare and often unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
60%
Weight: 40
Tourist visas are easy to obtain on arrival; longer stays require paperwork.
📊 Tax Friendliness
40%
Weight: 30
Complex tax system with limited incentives for foreigners.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
70%
Weight: 15
Generally free speech but some political sensitivities exist.
🏛️ Political Stability
55%
Weight: 20
Occasional political unrest but generally stable in Toliara region.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
30%
Weight: 15
Difficult for foreigners due to documentation and banking regulations.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
35%
Weight: 10
Bureaucratic and slow process for registering businesses.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
20%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
5%
Weight: 25
Almost no organized nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
15%
Weight: 20
Very small online presence for digital nomads in Toliara.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
60%
Weight: 100
Relatively safe but petty crime can occur; usual precautions advised.
♀️ Female Friendly
40%
Weight: 50
Moderate; cultural norms may pose challenges for solo female travelers.
✊ Racial Tolerance
65%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant society though some cultural differences exist.