Toliara, Madagascar 🇲🇬
#371
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Nomad Score:
47%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Very affordable living costs compared to global standards, especially for accommodation and food.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
89%
Weight: 80
Low rental prices, with basic apartments and guesthouses available at very reasonable rates.
🍎 Food & Groceries
85%
Weight: 40
Local markets offer fresh produce at low prices; imported goods are more expensive but still affordable.
🚌 Transportation Cost
78%
Weight: 20
Public transport and taxis are cheap but limited in frequency and coverage.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
70%
Weight: 15
Limited entertainment options but affordable local events and beach activities.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
52%
Weight: 10
Few gyms available, membership costs are moderate but options are limited.
💱 Currency Stability
41%
Weight: 30
Malagasy Ariary is relatively volatile with occasional inflation concerns.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
37%
Weight: 100
Internet is slow and unreliable in many areas; fiber connections are rare and expensive.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
15%
Weight: 40
Very limited to no formal coworking spaces; most nomads work from cafes or accommodation.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
40%
Weight: 30
Few cafes offer WiFi, and connection quality varies widely.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
23%
Weight: 30
Limited number of cafes suitable for working; power outlets and seating are scarce.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
10%
Weight: 100
Toliara is not a known digital nomad hotspot; very few nomads present.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
75%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to purchase and affordable with decent data packages.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
75%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with plenty of outdoor activities, but work infrastructure is lacking.
🌳 Environmental Quality
72%
Weight: 15
Coastal city with good natural environment but some pollution from urban activities.
🧼 Cleanliness
38%
Weight: 10
Public areas and streets can be quite dirty; waste management is limited.
🗨️ Language Barrier
35%
Weight: 30
French and Malagasy are dominant; English is rarely spoken, posing challenges.
💨 Air Quality
65%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality due to coastal location and low industrial activity.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
40%
Weight: 25
Limited family amenities and schooling options; better suited for adventurous families.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
27%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare facilities available but lack modern equipment and specialists.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
80%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is affordable but quality is low, so many expats travel for serious care.
🏥 Healthcare
30%
Weight: 20
Limited access to quality healthcare; emergency services are basic.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
84%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; dry season is pleasant.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
45%
Weight: 10
Moderate risk of cyclones during rainy season; flooding can occur.
🏞️ Green Spaces
50%
Weight: 10
Some parks and natural areas nearby but urban green spaces are limited.
❄️ Air Conditioning
40%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is not widespread; many accommodations rely on fans.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
20%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal variation; tropical climate with wet and dry seasons.
🔊 Noise Pollution
50%
Weight: 10
Moderate noise levels; some street noise but generally not overwhelming.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
78%
Weight: 20
Rich Malagasy culture with unique traditions and festivals.
🌃 Nightlife
25%
Weight: 15
Very limited nightlife options; mostly small bars and local gatherings.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
86%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to beaches, marine parks, and natural reserves.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
30%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; immersion is main method to learn Malagasy or French.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
70%
Weight: 10
Good availability of local tours, especially nature and cultural excursions.
🎳 Indoors Fun
20%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options such as cinemas or malls.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
65%
Weight: 25
Local Malagasy cuisine is flavorful but limited variety; few international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
10%
Weight: 10
No dedicated yoga studios; some informal classes may exist.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
20%
Weight: 15
Few gyms or fitness centers; outdoor exercise is more common.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
55%
Weight: 15
Fresh fruits and seafood are abundant; processed healthy options are rare.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
60%
Weight: 20
UTC+3 timezone is moderately convenient for Europe and Africa but less so for Americas or Asia.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
10%
Weight: 25
Very limited professional networking or digital nomad communities.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
20%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is minimal; most rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
15%
Weight: 20
Freelance infrastructure and community are almost non-existent.
🏢 Coworking Quality
10%
Weight: 30
No formal coworking spaces; makeshift setups lack amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
10%
Weight: 15
Startup ecosystem is undeveloped in Toliara.
💳 Local Payment Services
30%
Weight: 10
Mobile money services exist but are limited; card payments not widely accepted.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
10%
Weight: 15
Very low awareness and adoption of blockchain or crypto technologies.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
35%
Weight: 30
Toliara has a small airport with limited domestic flights; international connections require transfer.
🚇 Public Transit
25%
Weight: 20
Public transport is informal and sparse; mainly minibuses and taxis.
🚶 Walkability
50%
Weight: 20
City center is walkable but infrastructure is basic and sidewalks are inconsistent.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
10%
Weight: 15
No major ride-sharing apps operate here; taxis are main option.
🚲 Cycling
40%
Weight: 10
Cycling is possible but roads lack dedicated bike lanes and safety measures.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
30%
Weight: 15
Limited bus and taxi-brousse services; travel can be slow and uncomfortable.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
20%
Weight: 10
Few rental options; mostly informal and limited in variety.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
60%
Weight: 20
Mobile coverage is decent in urban areas but patchy in rural surroundings.
🔒 VPN Reliability
50%
Weight: 20
VPNs generally work but internet speed and stability can affect performance.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
35%
Weight: 15
Frequent power outages and voltage fluctuations are common.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
20%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is rare and often unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
65%
Weight: 40
Tourist visa on arrival is straightforward; longer stays require more paperwork.
📊 Tax Friendliness
40%
Weight: 30
Tax system is complex and not optimized for freelancers or remote workers.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
60%
Weight: 15
Generally respected but occasional political sensitivities exist.
🏛️ Political Stability
45%
Weight: 20
Madagascar experiences periodic political unrest; Toliara is relatively calm.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
30%
Weight: 15
Banking bureaucracy is high; foreigners face challenges opening accounts.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
25%
Weight: 10
Business registration is slow and complicated for foreigners.
📄✈️ 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 make it challenging for nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
5%
Weight: 25
Almost no organized nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
10%
Weight: 20
Minimal online presence or forums dedicated to Toliara digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
55%
Weight: 100
Moderate safety; petty crime exists but violent crime is rare.
♀️ Female Friendly
40%
Weight: 50
Cultural norms can be conservative; women should exercise caution especially at night.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant society but foreigners may experience occasional curiosity or bias.