Classic Tour in Madagascar – 8 Days
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Duration
8 days
Max Group Size
20
Departure Type
Scheduled
Guiding Method
Fully guided
Physical level
easy
Operated In
English
Age Requirement
11 - 99 Ages
Tour Overview
Discover the unique charm of Madagascar on this classic 8-day journey. Begin in Antananarivo, the vibrant capital city, with a peaceful stroll by Anosy Lake, framed by jacaranda trees and colonial history. Journey east to the lush Analamazaotra National Park, home to the iconic Indri-Indri lemur and a rich rainforest ecosystem teeming with birdlife and orchids.
Continue westward to Morondava, a laid-back coastal town and gateway to Madagascar’s natural wonders. Explore the Kirindy Reserve, where you might spot the elusive fosa, the island's top predator. Conclude your adventure at the magical Baobab Alley, where ancient trees glow in the golden light of sunset.
End your tour back in Antananarivo with a walk down Independence Avenue, where the city's history, culture, and daily rhythm come to life.
Route
Starts from
Antananarivo
Ends in
Antananarivo
Pickup Location
Antananarivo
Dropoff Location
Antananarivo
Highlights
Itinerary
Arriving to the airport, meeting with the guide, transfer to the hotel. Overnight : Relais De Plateaux.
Your journey continues to Andasibe where there is Analamazaotra National Park. Then, you will arrive at Marozevo at Pereyras Reserve. It is private reserve which you will find the fauna of Madagascar with many varieties of chameleons and butterflies, geckos, frogs, crocodiles, huge bats. On arrival in Andasibe during the afternoon, you can either relax or visit Lemur Island where lemurs which had previously been kept as pets now live in only a lightly controlled environment. Overnight: Vakona Forest Lodge ***
The forest of the Analamazaotra National Park is home to 108 species of birds,14 species of lemurs in there, and 84 species of amphibians. At 7:00 am, you will reach the entrance of the Analamazaotra National Park. You will hike in the rainforest to track lemurs and at the same time see various species of plants, trees, insects, and reptiles. You will seek the largest lemur of Madagascar: the famous “Indri Indri” also known as “Babakoto” in Malagasy. This lemur is endemic to the site and is its icon. Visit finished, you take the bus back to Antan anarivo. The photo breaks will always be at the appointment because the views of landscape are not the same when going and returning from Andasibe. Overnight : Relais De Plateaux
Pick up at Morondava airport and transfer to Morondava city. Before installation at the hotel, formality and briefing from your guide driver. Overnight: Laguna Beach***
Today, you will be driven to Kirindy. The dust track lead to this reserve. In the evening, you will do the nocturnal visit to spot the different nocturnal species of which microcebus berthae, the smallest primate in the world. Overnight: Relais Du Kirindy***
Morning visit of the Kirindy Forest to meet diurnal animals and birds. After this visit, you return to Morondava. Along the way, you make a stop at the baobabs in love and the baobab alley to see the sunset. Overnight: Laguna Beach
Fly back to Antananarivo. On your arrival, transfer to your hotel. Overnight: Relais De Plateaux
Transfer for your international flight.
Trip includes
Included
7 Night Accommodation on half board from
Private bus and English speaking guide and driver for Day 1 to Day 8
Guiding Method
Fully guided
English
Vegetarian
Halal
MeatAirport transfers: Airport / Hotel / Airport
Road transfers as per the itinerary
-Park fees as per the itinerary
- Visits to Visits to Pereyras Reserve Pereyras Reserve -- Lemur Island Lemur Island –– Analamazaotra National Park Analamazaotra National Park -- Kirindy Forest, Kirindy Forest, Baobabs in love, BaobaBaobabs in love, Baobab alley in Morondavab alley in Morondava
- Private busPrivate bus and English speaking guide and driver for and English speaking guide and driver for Day 1 to Day 8Day 1 to Day 8
- 04 private Four wheel drive car with drivers for Day 4, Day 5, Day 6, Day 704 private Four wheel drive car with drivers for Day 4, Day 5, Day 6, Day 7
- FuelFuel
- Private English speaking wildlife guides in Private English speaking wildlife guides in Pereyras Reserve Pereyras Reserve -- Lemur Island Lemur Island –– AnaAnalamazaotra lamazaotra National Park National Park -- Kirindy Forest, Baobabs in love, Baobab alley in MorondavaKirindy Forest, Baobabs in love, Baobab alley in Morondava
- The variousThe various touristtourist tax during the triptax during the trip
- Internal flight Internal flight Antananarivo / Morondava / AntananarivoAntananarivo / Morondava / Antananarivo
Best Time to Visit: April to November (dry season – ideal for travel and wildlife)
Wildlife: Madagascar’s lemurs, fossas, chameleons, and endemic birds are unique to the island
Parks: Analamazaotra is rainforest; Kirindy is dry deciduous forest – each offers different species
Cities: Antananarivo is busy and colorful; Morondava is relaxed and coastal
Transport: Internal flights are time-saving; road trips offer scenic (but bumpy) adventures
Languages: Malagasy and French are widely spoken; limited English in rural areas
Currency: Malagasy Ariary (MGA) – carry cash for remote areas
Health: Use insect repellent; consult your doctor about vaccinations (e.g., Hep A, typhoid)
Connectivity: Mobile data in cities; limited or no signal in remote parks
Travel tips: Respect nature, stay on marked trails, and avoid plastic waste
Excluded
International flights
Travel Insurance
International flights
Visas
Tips
Items of a personal nature
Items not mentioned in the
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