Tour Overview
Discover
Madagascar's diverse landscapes and unique wildlife on this 10-day large-group
tour from Antananarivo to Morondava. Immerse yourself in the vibrant culture
and scenic wonders of Madagascar as you delve into the rich cultural heritage
of cities such as Behenjy, Ambatolampy and Antsirabe, known for their crafts
and historical monuments. Highlights include lemur encounters, exotic wildlife
and the iconic Avenue of Baobabs. Get a complete overview of Madagascar in one
week Enjoy encounters with local fauna and flora. Seven nights' accommodation
with breakfast is included. A small group means more attention from your guide.
Nosy Be.
Highlights
Itinerary
DAY 1: ANTANANARIVO – ANDASIBE (154KM
+/-4 hours)
HOTEL:
Vakona Forest Lodge*****-After breakfast, head
east to Andasibe through the typical landscape and eastern rainforest.
v Reserve
Peyrieras: Madagascar
Exotic On day two you'll depart east, where you'll quickly get up close and
personal with the island's vibrant variety of wildlife. Chameleons, lizards,
frogs, snakes, butterflies and Sifaka lemurs are just the short list of
creatures you'll see firsthand at the Peyrieras Madagascar Exotic Reserve.
v The
Mitsinjo Reserve: In
the afternoon, we will visit Parc Mitsinjo, where you can find chameleons,
snakes, birds and most importantly, the largest species of lemur, Indri. Accommodation on
Full-board basis.
DAY 2: ANDASIBE –FULL DAY VISIT
HOTEL:
Vakona Forest Lodge*****- Breakfast at the hotel, then
full day visit in the primary forest.
v Andasibe-Mantadia National Parc: Unique, rare and endangered all describe
the species of animals.
v Vakona Private Reserve: In the afternoon, the wildlife adventure continues as
we visit Lemurs Island and Crocodile Park in Vakona Private Reserve. There, you
will walk among flora and fauna like nowhere else on Earth.
v Andasibe: When night falls, perhaps your true inner
explorer can come to life as we walk through the forest to catch a glimpse of
nocturnal lemurs and other nocturnal friends. Accommodation on Full-board basis.
DAY 3: ANDASIBE– ANTSIRABE(320 KM +/-8hours)
HOTEL: Plumeria***-Departure in the morning then
drive to Antsirabe through mountains, hills and rice fields.
v AmbatolampyAmbatolampy is a small town between Behenjy and Antsirabe.
Its artisanal manufacture of aluminum tools, utensils and decoration is famous
in Madagascar. We will stop here for lunch.
v
Fahaleovantena Tribes Monument: after 7.5 hours, drive through beautiful
highlands and valleys to the colorful and classic town of Antsirabe. The French
called it 'The City of Water' because of its hot springs. Madagascar's iconic
rickshaws will take you to all the main sites. The monument is located in the
center of the city of Antsirabe. The word 'Fahaleovantena' means independence.
Below that word are the first two bars of Madagascar's national anthem.
v
GareD’Antsirabe: The station was built in 1923. Although the station
is closed and all train services are stopped. As once the landmark of
Antsirabe, the colonial architecture of the station itself still attracts many
tourists to visit.
v Antsirabe Cathedral: It is also called Notre Dame de la Salette. It
is located in the center of the city. It is a Catholic church founded in 1908
and dedicated in 1931.Check in at the hotel and overnight. Accommodation on Full-board basis.
DAY 4: ANTSIRABE -MORONDAVA(500 KM +/-5hours)
HOTEL: Palissandre Cote-ouest*****- Breakfast and then continue to reach the
capital of the Baobab tree.
v Miandrivazo: It is a town located between Morondava and
Antsirabe. We will stop here for lunch, which is considered the hottest place
in Madagascar.
v Morondava:Famous for its river delta and, above all, for
its baobab trees, our excursion heads to Morondava, on the west coast of
Madagascar. Arrival in afternoon at check in at the hotel. Accommodation on half board basis.
DAY 6 : MORONDAVA
– ANTANANARIVO (By domestic flight)
Breakfast at
the hotel and transfer to the airport for domestic flight to the capital.
v Rova -Le Palais
de la Reine: The final leg of our
trip sends us back to the city where it all began. After a 3.5-hour drive
through beautiful, rolling central highlands, we will have the day to tour the
famous sites of Antananarivo. Highlights of the tour on the 12th include the Queen's
Palace, built around 1610 and situated at the highest point in Antananarivo.
v Lake Anosy: is one of the oldest lakes created by King Andrianampoinimerina,
v
Analakely Market: We will visit the French colonial
markets and buildings on AvenidaIndependencia, a place where people exchange
and buy products.
v
Gare de Soarano: While the island is full of
natural beauty, an extra special tour connects you with the architecture and
history of Antananarivo at the city's oldest train station, Gare Soarano.
DAY10: NOSY BE - ANTANANARIVO- BACK HOME (By domestic flight)
In afternoon flight to the capital (Antananarivo). Antananarivo:Heading to the airport later
in the day. Say goodbye, for now, to Madagascar; a genuine island and a world
apart. What a great adventure it has been! Say goodbye, for now, to Madagascar;
a genuine island and a world apart. What a great adventure it has been!
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