Peak tourist season is in full swing in Mahajanga. The installation of water sports attractions and recreational equipment in authorized spaces was completed this week. The nights are very lively at the tourist village. Mahajanga's waterfront and the tourist village are the city's main entertainment hubs. They regularly host temporary leisure spaces featuring inflatable slides, water games, children's rides and carousels.

During this holiday period, rides, trampolines and inflatable structures sit alongside slides and water games, offering families a vast space for relaxation and entertainment. Each evening, the Filaos space, located near the Central Bank on part of Boulevard Poincaré by the sea, and the tourist village come alive and transform into true open-air fairgrounds. Water inflatable courses, carnival and water games, bumper cars, trampolines and Ferris wheels are among the attractions offered.

These attractions appeal to both children and adults. The sale of cotton candy and popcorn completes the leisure offerings. Prices range from one thousand to three thousand ariary per child, particularly for access to inflatable slides.

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"Our children enjoy these attractions and water balloons because they're suited to their age. We can't go to the beach due to travel constraints. The tourist village is nearby and safety is assured because there aren't many crowds," said a father of young boys.

Large safe slides are available on the slides and inflatable castles at the three play sites. Small electric or remote-controlled cars and mini karts attract toddlers, especially in the evening by the sea.

"The rental rate is one thousand ariary per child for electric cars, versus two thousand ariary for remote-controlled ones. We do eight-minute tours on the pedestrian esplanade. We're paid by percentage," explained a small car attendant.

Small paid trains also run through Mahajanga-Be and the tourist village day and night.

As Madagascar's premier tourist destination, Mahajanga will vibrate to the rhythm of holidays until the end of August. Crowds are already significant and excitement is spreading throughout the city.