Arrival in Antananarivo

Antananarivo - Upon arrival, meet with the guide who will assist with all formalities and arrange a transfer to the hotel.

Antananarivo- Andasibe

Andasibe - After enjoying breakfast at the hotel, embark on a journey to the cultural and historical Ambohimanga Royal Palace. Explore the royal city, burial site, and sacred places. This site has preserved its spiritual and sacred essence in both ritual practice and popular imagination for over 500 years, remaining a place of worship for pilgrims. Continue to Andasibe, pausing for photos and breaks as needed.

Andasibe

Analamazaotra Special Reserve - Embark on a magical wildlife adventure with an early guided visit to Analamazaotra National Park, the premier destination in Andasibe to observe the iconic Indri-Indri and Diademed Sifaka in their natural forest habitat. Known as Babakoto in Malagasy, the Indri’s haunting morning calls resonate through the forest, offering a truly unique experience. The park is home to several other lemur species, including the aye-aye, black and white ruffed lemur, and red mouse lemur. Enjoy lunch followed by a close-up lemur experience at Vakona Reserve, featuring crocodiles, native birds, and well-maintained wildlife. Conclude your day with a guided night walk at 6:30 PM to observe nocturnal creatures in action.

Andasibe- Antananarivo

Antananarivo - After breakfast, return to Antananarivo with a stop at Pereiras Park, owned by the Peyrieras family, to see Cocquerel’s Sifaka, chameleons, and many other reptiles, as well as other Malagasy animals such as butterflies, moths (including the giant Atlas Moth), and tenrecs. Have lunch in town before visiting the Queen’s Palace (Rova Manjakamiadana) atop the hill.

Antananarivo- Morondava- Kirindy

Morondava - After breakfast at the hotel, transfer directly to Antananarivo airport for a flight to Morondava. Capture the beautiful scenery before continuing to Kirindy. Check-in at your hotel (Relais du Kirindy). At 6:30 PM, begin the guided night walks at Kirindy. The private reserve is renowned for its giant jumping rat, the “Fosa” (Hypogeomys antimena), the largest carnivorous animal in the country. It is also one of the reserves with the most endangered ecosystems, lemur species, and many endemic reptile species. There are also unique species of rare flora.

Kirindy – Belo- Bekopaka

Belo Tsiribihina - After breakfast, drive to the Tsingy of Bemaraha. Enjoy lunch at Belo Sur Tsiribihina before heading north on a drive along a land track recognized as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Cross the Tsiribihina and Manambolo rivers by a small car ferry before arriving at Bekopaka village.

Bekopaka

Bekopaka –Morondava

Morondava - Travel to Morondava town via the famous “Allée des Baobabs.” Arrive in time to capture stunning photos when the sun is low, casting light on the smooth trunks that reflect the orange rays of the sun. Settle at the hotel by the sea for dinner. Lunch at Belo sur Tsiribihina.

Morondava- Antsirabe

Antsirabe - Depart from Morondava early in the morning as the journey to Antsirabe is long. There will be stops for photos and breaks as needed. Enjoy lunch in the city of Mlandarivazo.

Antsirabe – Ranomafana

Ranomafana

Ranomafana National Park - Explore Ranomafana National Park and discover the beautiful sites in the rainforest and primary forest. Be accompanied by a local guide in this humid area and bring waterproof gear. Observe various species of lemurs such as the Golden bamboo lemur (Hapalemur aureus), red-fronted brown lemur (Eulemur fulvus), and red-bellied lemur (Eulemur rubriventer). There are also rare and endangered species like the Greater bamboo lemur (Hapalemur simus). Botanically, the park is a genetic reservoir for some rare, endemic plant species, and many medicinal plants. Return to the hotel for lunch.

Ranomafana – Isalo

Isalo National Park - After breakfast at the hotel, travel south to reach the city of Ranohira and visit Isalo National Park. Stop in the city of Ambalavao for lunch and a brief visit to a product factory where you can learn about the history of the famous Antemoro paper. There will be breaks to observe the changing mountain and rice field landscapes, arriving at Isalo by the end of the day.

Isalo

Isalo- Toliara- Ifaty

Toliara - Start the day early and drive to Tulear through diverse botanical settings. Along the way, observe the Mahafaly tribe’s typical tombs, beautifully painted and decorated, with amazing wooden sculptures. The sea can be seen in the distance before reaching Tulear. Stroll through the market before having lunch, then continue to Ifaty. Enjoy free time for the rest of the day to explore the beach, one of the beautiful lagoons of the great island. Optional activities are available for visitors along the Mozambique coast, including diving, a dugout ride with Vezo fishers, swimming, or simply relaxing. Hikers can explore the inland, featuring unique and extraordinary vegetation composed of euphorbia, baobab, and more.

Tulear- Antananarivo- Departure

Antananarivo - Enjoy breakfast at the hotel, then transfer directly to the airport in Tulear for a flight to the capital city. The flight lasts 45 minutes. Upon arrival, have lunch and shop for souvenirs at the artisanal market of the Digue if desired, before being dropped off at the airport for the international flight.

• Private transportation
• Entrances to parks and indicated sites
• Meals as stated in the program
• Local and expanding guides in parks
• Accommodation as indicated in the program
• Dinner
• Breakfast

• Tips and drinks
• Personal insurances.
• The price of the visa: +/-35 €/person.
• Optional activities in Ifaty,
• Domestic and International Flights

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.