Do you tip in MADAGASCAR?
Are you heading to Madagascar? Then you may be wondering whether you will need to tip while exploring the country.
Look no further because we have everything you need to know in our extensive guide to tipping in Madagascar!
While tipping is not traditionally practised by locals, tipping is something that foreign travellers to Madagascar need to be aware of (just like in nearby South Africa). Tips are increasingly expected by Madagascan locals employed in hospitality and tourism roles.
The extra income earned through tips from tourists can help Madagascan locals supplement their generally lower wages.
Scroll down to know when to tip in Madagascar and how much tip to leave while enjoying your travels in Madagascar.
RESTAURANTS
TIP 10% AT RESTAURANTS IN MADAGASCAR IF THERE IS NO SERVICE CHARGE
TAXIS
YOU DO NOT NEED TO TIP YOUR TAXI DRIVER IN MADAGASCAR
BARS
ROUND UP YOUR BILL AT BARS IN MADAGASCAR
TOUR GUIDES
TIP 10000 TO 20000 AR TO YOUR TOUR GUIDE IN MADAGASCAR
HOTELS
TIP 2000 AR PER BAG AND 2000 AR PER HOUSEKEEPING AT HOTELS IN MADAGASCAR
MASSAGES
TIP 10% TO YOUR MASSAGE THERAPIST IN MADAGASCAR