The city of Toamasina is the economical capital of Madagascar. It offers a variety of activities for the young and the old. The younger ones will appreciate the surrounding parks, the rickshaw and quad rides, and the beach soccer games. On the other hand, the older ones will enjoy cultural visits, bars and night clubs. There is something for everyone : the Ivoloina park for nature lovers, the Manda fort for cultural enthusiasts, Foulepoints for white sand beach fans, and Mahambo for surfers.