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The Vanilla of Madagascar
|15 Days, 5 Destinations |Starts from Antananarivo
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Duration
15 days

Max Group Size
12

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Tour Operator
Green Island Discovery

Age Requirement
5 - 72 Ages

Guiding Method
Partially guided

Operated In
English, French, Italian

Physical level
moderate

Tour route map

Antananarivo

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Antananarivo

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Tour Overview

Accessible ToursAdventureBeachBoatDiscoveryFamilyNational ParkWildlifeWater Sports

Madagascar is the third biggest island in the Indian Ocean; we need a broad time, it’s better to do little by Madagascar is the third largest island in the Indian Ocean; it presents various beautiful landscapes and different kinds of very interesting tours. This combined tour allows you to discover the eastern and northern part of the island. The richness of the fauna and flora, the serenity of the coast let the visitors filled with admiration. Thus, the eastern part of the island filled with natural wonders will plunge you into a spectacular place. The trip to the north of the island is a real opportunity to discover the three bays of Diego Suarez, the emerald sea, the Amber Mountain National Park, the Red Tsingy, the Tsingy of Ankarana and the Celestial Island of Nosy Be. This tour is practicable for all, it‘s also a way to reveal the life and culture of the North, as well as the natural diversity of Malagasy. It ‘s a trip that remains memorable forever.

Highlights

Discovery of the Capital and its unmissable historical sites Visits to the various reserves and prestigious parks of the East (Analamazaotra park, Vakôna reserve, Peyrieras reserve) Discovery of flora and fauna The sensational Tsingy of Ankarana and red Tsingy Sailing to the Emerald Sea in Diego Tour rich in flavour (ylang-ylang, vanilla) Relaxation on a heavenly beach Unforgettable excursion to the islets of the Nosy Be archipelago (Tanikely, Sakatia, Iranja, Komba)

Itinerary

Our team meet you at the airport upon arrival, transfer to the hotel where spending the night, presentation of the tour program and handing over of the travel documents. Free dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
• Duration: 4min
• Accommodation: Rova Hotel or similar
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After breakfast, leaving the Highlands and head due east along a winding road to Andasibe. Along the way, stop in Marozevo to visit the Peyrieras reserve and there will be the opportunity to meet endemic species of chameleons. A small stop to have a look a little bit Moramanga city and its museum. Continue driving to Périnet. Arrival at the end of the afternoon and installation at the hotel.
• Duration: 4 hours drive
• Distance: 145 km
• Meals included: breakfast
• Accommodation: FEON'NY ALA HOTEL or similar

A day dedicated to visiting the most accessible and unmissable park. Guided tour of the reserve of Analamazaotra: a dense humid forest this last one conceals a great biodiversity that you discover at each step to marvel and surprise you a little more for the observation of the biggest living lemur of the planet, the Indri-Indri, in its natural environment, and the other species of diurnal and nocturnal lemurs, frogs and reptiles that populate the park. An adventure, an expedition not to be missed, climate varying from humid East. The landscapes are spectacular and the local population very welcoming.
You have the opportunity to discover the private park of Vakona: This reserve, very well-conceived, includes a small informal museum, a lake with crocodiles, various species of reptiles and batrachians, several endemic plants, a superb aviary and especially a "mini-park" with lemurs including several small islands where various species of these prosimians are ringed. One moves by canoe from islet to islet, to get very close to the specimens of the park, partly tamed. An unforgettable encounter even for the most skeptical. Night at the hotel.
• Duration: 6 hours of visit
• Meals included: breakfast
• Accommodation: FEON'NY ALA HOTEL or similar

The beginning of the day, back to Antananarivo, 3 hours drive, crossing the mountain road, rice fields, villages. Several stops along the way to see how people live. Arrival in Antananarivo around mid-afternoon. Night at the hotel.
• Duration: 4 hours drive
• Distance: 145 km
• Meals included: breakfast
• Accommodation: HOTEL SAHAMALAZA or similar

Early in the morning, head to Antananarivo airport for the flight to Diego-Suarez. Departure for the three bays, one of the destinations not to be missed. It includes Sakalava Bay, and Pigeon Bay; named for its rich historical past, and finally the Bay of the Dunes. Overnight at the hotel
• Duration: 1 hour flight
• Meals included: breakfast and picnic lunch
• Accommodation: HOTEL DE LA POSTE or similar

After breakfast, for the emerald sea which is a heavenly place located one hour through Ramena, it has a supernatural beauty; thanks to the white sand that borders it with its turquoise waters, a multitude of activities can be done: we choose diving and in the middle of the afternoon, drive to Joffre ville, about 30 km from Diego. Night at the hotel.
• Distance: 30 km
• Duration: 1 hour
• Meals included: breakfast and picnic lunch
• Accommodation : HOTEL DE LA POSTE or similar

After breakfast, visit of the Amber Mountain National Park. It’s located in the district of Diego-Suarez, in the north of Madagascar. It shelters a tropical rainforest and there are more than a hundred species of birds, 7 species of lemurs, 36 species of butterflies, 24 species of amphibians, 59 species of reptiles including chameleons: we discover the smallest chameleon in the world. Night at the hotel.
• Duration: all day
• Meals included: breakfast and picnic lunch
• Accommodation: HOTEL DE LA POSTE or similar

Departure for Ankarana via the Red Tsingy, these Tsingy are the result of an erosion also called lapiaz. The mixture of different oxides and the work of time gave birth to a set of a few hundred small fairy chimneys. Picnic lunch. After the visit to the famous red Tsingy, return to Ankarana where taking a short walk to discover the village. Free dinner and night at the hotel.
• Distance: 50 km
• Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
• Meals included: breakfast and picnic lunch
• Accommodation: HOTEL DE LA POSTE or similar

A special day to explore the Ankarana Massif, departing in the morning with a guide. This national park has its heavy fady or taboo, strictly to be respected by all visitors. There is its specificity in terms of fauna and flora such as species of lemurs, birds, chameleons and Tsingy. It’s among the most visited national park thanks to its sharp stones. The village also has many interesting stories.
• Duration: All day
• Meals included: Breakfast and picnic lunch
• Accommodation: Relaisd'Ankarana or similar
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Departure for the port of Ankify where a boat will be taken to the destination of Nosy Be. From Ankarana to Ankify, the journey will take about four hours driving time (including frequent stops), then 45 minutes by boat before reaching Nosy Be. Upon arrival in the big island, the hotel take care of the transfer from the pier to the hotel, guests will be able to choose the activities and tours that the hotel offer during the next three days. This wonderful island is well known for its dream beaches, lush vegetation and the culture of its people, it closes a heavenly setting surrounded by beautiful small islands. Nosybe is a land of dreams, adventure and discovery without equal. Numerous activities and sea excursions are possible. A visit of the town is planned in the programme. Hell-ville (the capital of Nosy Be), its covered market, spices, seafood stalls, tropical fruits; its buildings (historical monuments and colonial buildings); its tablecloth market; its port and free time for some shopping, then taking the road for a cocktail on the Passot Montagne, the highest point of the island, from where we have the opportunity to admire a magnificent sunset. Night at the hotel.
• Duration: 4 hours by road + 45 minutes by boat.
• Meals included: breakfast
• Accommodation: VANILLA HOTEL or similar,

Nosy Komba, situated south of Nosy-Be, can be reached by boat in about thirty minutes. Ambariovato is real ancient name, is better known as the island of the lemurs. The romantic atmosphere perceived immediately upon arrival on the beach of Ampangorina is that of ancient times when progress has not yet arrived. The island is famous for its skilled craftsmen, making pirogues or small boats for tourists as souvenirs, exquisite wood carvings made with traditional labour, beautiful curtains and hand-embroidered tablecloths. On the island, accompanied by specialized guides, through a park see and touch the famous Macaque lemurs, boa constrictors snakes, turtles, chameleons. The vegetation is rich in endemic plants, pineapple, banana and the symbol of Madagascar: the traveler’s palm tree.
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Nosy Tanikely "small island" is one of the archipelago islands of Nosy-Be the closest, is about twelve kilometers from Nosy-Be. Underwater National Park since March 15, 2010. It represents one of the most spectacular scenery of tropical reef fish with a multitude of colours (red, yellow, green, blue), starfish, turtles, already visible in a snorkeling at the depth of a few meters. Tanikely is the ideal place for scuba diving enthusiasts. You will be able to admire groupers, large pelagic fish, black coral and big shells.
• Meals included: Breakfast and picnic lunch
• Accommodation: VANILLA HOTEL or similar,

Discovery in the morning and relaxation in the afternoon...
Nosy Sakatia is certainly the most authentic island of Nosy Be (protected and classified by the Ministry of Environment). Accompanied by a local guide, discover the interior of the island during one hour and a half: Old flamingos, coffee, peppers, vanilla, traveler’s tree, pineapple, cashew trees, mango trees, jackfruit trees, guavas, eucalyptus, raffia, orchids, medicinal plants, etc... ..The culture and traditional activities of the island's inhabitants (rites and customs, beliefs and legends), fishermen and farmers invite you to share their daily life to the rhythm of a generous and respected nature. For your greatest pleasure, you can end the day on a private beach, a true corner of paradise and tranquility. Lunch with the feet in the water in the shade of the coconut trees, possibility of snorkeling. Kayaks and beach games are at your disposal as well as a massage and a relaxation area.
Nosy Iranja is an island ranked third most beautiful in the world. A snow-white beach and the crystalline sea welcome you for a relax day. Sunglasses and suns cream are highly recommended. The particularity of this island is that high tide divides it in two and at low tide a tongue of white sand appears. Once submerged you have the impression that there are two small islands, then a corridor of white sand connects them.
Overnight at the hotel.
• Meals included: Breakfast and picnic lunch.
• Accommodation: VANILLA HOTEL or similar,
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Free day: Use this last day as you wish. Beach, swimming pool, shops, have the choice
• Meals included: Breakfast
• Accommodation: VANILLA HOTEL or similar,

Airport transfer and fly back to Antananarivo, welcome at the Airport by the driver and transfer to the hotel. Have time to go to the souvenir walk, to see the city a little bit. Dinner and night at the hotel.
• Duration: 1 hour 20 minutes of flight
• Distance: 615 Km
• Meals included: Breakfast
• Accommodation: Rova Hotel or similar

After breakfast, take the RN3 national road for a cultural and historical discovery by visiting the Royal Palace in Ambohimanga Rova. On the way, a stop to visit a center that takes care of autistic children and young people, the Padre Pio Charity House, supported by our Tour Operator in its charitable activities. Depending on the flight schedule, possibility to discover Malagasy handicrafts at the dam market. Dinner and meeting with our team. Day use at the hotel then transfer to the airport, fly back to home country.
• Duration: All day
• Distance: more than 20 Km
• Meals included: Breakfast and Dinner
• Accommodation: Rova Hotel or similar

Trip includes

Included

Accommodation with breakfast as indicated in the program, based on a double room (or similar)

Hotel

  • Guide according to your request.
  • Local guides and porters in the parks

Guiding Method
Partially guided

English French Italian

Picnic on days 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 11, 12 and dinner on day 15.

One vehicle (4x4) with fuel throughout the trip

Jeep & 4WDBoatFerryLocal Transport

  • Entrances to the parks and sites indicated
  • The activities mentioned in the program
  • Transfers
  • One bottle of water per person per day

Excluded

  • International flights
  • Internal flights: Antananarivo - Diego - Nosy Be - Antananarivo

Your personal insurances

Other activities and services not included

  • Meals as indicated in the program
  • Activities with free mention and other optional activities
  • Tips and drinks
  • The price of the visa: +/- 35 €.

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