Tailormade 15 Days Adventure from Antananarivo, Madagascar
Overview
Tour Overview :
Madagascar, the fourth largest island in the world, offers a trip adventure like no other. We journey on largely quiet roads through a landscape of dramatic highland plains, unique rock formations and natural swimming pools.
We pause to visit the lush chain of rainforest in the Andasibe National Park and the
unique limestone formation with deep canyons and high cathedrale.
Trip Highlights
• Lush agricultural land of the north with paddy fields and fruit orchards
• Antsirabbe, the arts and crafts capital of Madagascar
• Andasibe National Park, the unique place to obrserve the largest lemur Indri Indri
• Tsingy National Park, with its amazing limestone formations,
• Dense rainforest of the east coast of Madagascar
• White sand beaches of the fisherman’s village of Morondava
• Local villages and ethnical groups
• The Pangalanes Channel
• Crossing of the Tsirihihina River
• Baobab Avenue
Madagascar, the fourth largest island in the world, offers a trip adventure like no other. We journey on largely quiet roads through a landscape of dramatic highland plains, unique rock formations and natural swimming pools.
We pause to visit the lush chain of rainforest in the Andasibe National Park and the
unique limestone formation with deep canyons and high cathedrale.
Trip Highlights
• Lush agricultural land of the north with paddy fields and fruit orchards
• Antsirabbe, the arts and crafts capital of Madagascar
• Andasibe National Park, the unique place to obrserve the largest lemur Indri Indri
• Tsingy National Park, with its amazing limestone formations,
• Dense rainforest of the east coast of Madagascar
• White sand beaches of the fisherman’s village of Morondava
• Local villages and ethnical groups
• The Pangalanes Channel
• Crossing of the Tsirihihina River
• Baobab Avenue
Inclusions
- Fuel surcharge
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Hébergement en Bed and Breakfast
- Visite des parcs et réserves
- Accommodation included: 9 nights
- 1x Lunch
- 1x Dinner
- Entry/Admission - Andafiavaratra Palace
What to expect
Itinerary
Day 1: ANTANANARIVO
Stop At: Andafiavaratra Palace, Lalana Ramboatiana, Antananarivo 101 Madagascar
ANTANANARIVO. Meet and greet at the airport. Transfer to your hotel. Sightseeing and city tour in Antananarivo
Duration: 1 hour
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Hotel Belvedere or similar
Day 2: ANTANANARIVO - ANTSIRABE (170km)
Stop At: Antsirabe, Antsirabe, Antananarivo Province
Leave after Breakfast to Antsirabe. Stop in Ambatolampy which is known as a source of aluminium, and then a short visit of the manufacturing workshop. Arrival in Antsirabe or the place of salt, an elegant city well known as the centre of all industries in Madagascar. Tour of the Town of Water or Town of Rickshaws : so called because of its numerous thermal springs and the existence of two lakes and its thousands of rickshaws. Visit of a workshop where they make miniatures from recycles materials
Duration: 2 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Accommodation on Bed and Breakfast at Plumeria Hôtel or similar
Day 3: ANTSIRABE - MIANDRIVAZO ( 220Km, + / - 4hours )
Pass By: Miandrivazo, Miandrivazo, Toliara Province
Visit the town and the market Visit local craft workshops. Drive to Miandrivazo crossing the sceneries of High Land, the rice green field contrast to the red Malagasy houses and the blue sky. Carry on to the west Wide sweeping grasslands
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Accommodation on Bed and Breakfast at Eden Lodge
Day 4: 3DAYS BOAT TRIP DOWN THE TSIRIBIHINA
Pass By: Tsiribihina River, Tsingy de Bemaraha National Park Madagascar
Transfer to the pier Sailing on the Tsiribihina River: Birdwatching Camp on the banks. Swimming in natural pools. Walking tours through the villages. Boat trip through the Bemaraha gorge 4x4 road trip to Bekopaka, the village at the foot of the Bemaraha Tsingy.
Pass By: Tsiribihina River, Tsingy de Bemaraha National Park Madagascar
3DAYS BOAT TRIP DOWN THE TSIRIBIHINA
Pass By: Begidro, Madagascar
3DAYS BOAT TRIP DOWN THE TSIRIBIHINA
Pass By: Begidro, Madagascar
3DAYS BOAT TRIP DOWN THE TSIRIBIHINA
Meals included:
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Accommodation included: Three days/2 nights on camping Full Board
Day 5: THE GREAT TSINGY (1 ½ HOUR CANOE TRIP + 15 KM OF TRACK + 2 HOURS WALK IN THE PARK).
Pass By: Tsingy de Bemaraha National Park, Tsingy de Bemaraha National Park, Mahajanga Province
Today is all about the impressive Tsingy. It is a special formation of limestone. The park has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1990.
Discover the great Tsingy in the National Park: Succession of sharp limestone peaks, carved out by wind and water -60m high Real maze of gorges ad faults Outstanding wildlife and plant life.
Hiking in the park requires good physical condition. Otherwise there is the possibility to visit the small Tsingy near the village - for some who are not so good at hiking.
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Accommodation: 2 nights at Olympe de Bemaraha or similar
Day 6: THE GREAT TSINGY MORONDAVA (200km, track 8 hours including river ferries)
Pass By: Avenue of the Baobabs, 8 Rt, Morondava 619 Madagascar
Back to Morondava on the track: through great dry forests Stops at the famous Baobab Avenue at sunset. You will cross the Tsiribihina River by ferry and then continue by car.
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Accommodation on Bed and Breakfast at Laguna Beach or similar
Day 7: MORONDAVA- ANTSIRABE
Pass By: Morondava, Morondava, Toliara Province
We drive back to Antananarivo, and head south to Antsirabe.
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Accommodation on Bed and Breakfast at Plumeria Hotel or similar
Day 8: ANTSIRABE ANDASIBE (370 KM 6 HOURS DRIVE).
Pass By: Vakona Private Reserve, 165 Km From Antanarivo, Andasibe Madagascar
Drive to Andasibe through a landscape which is characterized by its Luxuriant scenery Tropical rainforest. On the way visit to the Exotic Park in Marozevo with its chameleons. There is an option to make a first visit down the road after sunset to spot the nocturnal animals
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Accommodation: VAKONA FOREST LODGE***or similar
Day 9: ANDASIBE MANAMBATO AKANINNY NOFY (125km, 2 ½ HOUR DRIVE AND 45 MN BY BOAT)
Pass By: Andasibe, Andasibe, Toamasina Province
Visit at Analamazaotra National Park Primeval forest. Discover mature species such as Indri Indri, Endemic medicinal plants, Orchids, ferns Carry on through the Ravinala trees to Manambato along the Pangalanes canal to Akaninny Nofy (about 45mn)
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Hotel Palmarium
Day 10: PALMARIUM RESERVE
Pass By: Canal des Pangalanes, Manakara Madagascar
A full day to explore the area surrounding the hotel on the shores of Lake Ampitabe. Discover the endemic plants of the region and several species of lemurs Relax by lakeswimming. Visit nearby villages. A nocturnal visit, partly by boat, in search of aye-aye lemurs (Daubentonia madagascariensis) is planned.
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 1: ANTANANARIVO
Stop At: Andafiavaratra Palace, Lalana Ramboatiana, Antananarivo 101 Madagascar
ANTANANARIVO. Meet and greet at the airport. Transfer to your hotel. Sightseeing and city tour in Antananarivo
Duration: 1 hour
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Hotel Belvedere or similar
Day 2: ANTANANARIVO - ANTSIRABE (170km)
Stop At: Antsirabe, Antsirabe, Antananarivo Province
Leave after Breakfast to Antsirabe. Stop in Ambatolampy which is known as a source of aluminium, and then a short visit of the manufacturing workshop. Arrival in Antsirabe or the place of salt, an elegant city well known as the centre of all industries in Madagascar. Tour of the Town of Water or Town of Rickshaws : so called because of its numerous thermal springs and the existence of two lakes and its thousands of rickshaws. Visit of a workshop where they make miniatures from recycles materials
Duration: 2 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Accommodation on Bed and Breakfast at Plumeria Hôtel or similar
Day 3: ANTSIRABE - MIANDRIVAZO ( 220Km, + / - 4hours )
Pass By: Miandrivazo, Miandrivazo, Toliara Province
Visit the town and the market Visit local craft workshops. Drive to Miandrivazo crossing the sceneries of High Land, the rice green field contrast to the red Malagasy houses and the blue sky. Carry on to the west Wide sweeping grasslands
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Accommodation on Bed and Breakfast at Eden Lodge
Day 4: 3DAYS BOAT TRIP DOWN THE TSIRIBIHINA
Pass By: Tsiribihina River, Tsingy de Bemaraha National Park Madagascar
Transfer to the pier Sailing on the Tsiribihina River: Birdwatching Camp on the banks. Swimming in natural pools. Walking tours through the villages. Boat trip through the Bemaraha gorge 4x4 road trip to Bekopaka, the village at the foot of the Bemaraha Tsingy.
Pass By: Tsiribihina River, Tsingy de Bemaraha National Park Madagascar
3DAYS BOAT TRIP DOWN THE TSIRIBIHINA
Pass By: Begidro, Madagascar
3DAYS BOAT TRIP DOWN THE TSIRIBIHINA
Pass By: Begidro, Madagascar
3DAYS BOAT TRIP DOWN THE TSIRIBIHINA
Meals included:
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•
Accommodation included: Three days/2 nights on camping Full Board
Day 5: THE GREAT TSINGY (1 ½ HOUR CANOE TRIP + 15 KM OF TRACK + 2 HOURS WALK IN THE PARK).
Pass By: Tsingy de Bemaraha National Park, Tsingy de Bemaraha National Park, Mahajanga Province
Today is all about the impressive Tsingy. It is a special formation of limestone. The park has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1990.
Discover the great Tsingy in the National Park: Succession of sharp limestone peaks, carved out by wind and water -60m high Real maze of gorges ad faults Outstanding wildlife and plant life.
Hiking in the park requires good physical condition. Otherwise there is the possibility to visit the small Tsingy near the village - for some who are not so good at hiking.
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Accommodation: 2 nights at Olympe de Bemaraha or similar
Day 6: THE GREAT TSINGY MORONDAVA (200km, track 8 hours including river ferries)
Pass By: Avenue of the Baobabs, 8 Rt, Morondava 619 Madagascar
Back to Morondava on the track: through great dry forests Stops at the famous Baobab Avenue at sunset. You will cross the Tsiribihina River by ferry and then continue by car.
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Accommodation on Bed and Breakfast at Laguna Beach or similar
Day 7: MORONDAVA- ANTSIRABE
Pass By: Morondava, Morondava, Toliara Province
We drive back to Antananarivo, and head south to Antsirabe.
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Accommodation on Bed and Breakfast at Plumeria Hotel or similar
Day 8: ANTSIRABE ANDASIBE (370 KM 6 HOURS DRIVE).
Pass By: Vakona Private Reserve, 165 Km From Antanarivo, Andasibe Madagascar
Drive to Andasibe through a landscape which is characterized by its Luxuriant scenery Tropical rainforest. On the way visit to the Exotic Park in Marozevo with its chameleons. There is an option to make a first visit down the road after sunset to spot the nocturnal animals
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Accommodation: VAKONA FOREST LODGE***or similar
Day 9: ANDASIBE MANAMBATO AKANINNY NOFY (125km, 2 ½ HOUR DRIVE AND 45 MN BY BOAT)
Pass By: Andasibe, Andasibe, Toamasina Province
Visit at Analamazaotra National Park Primeval forest. Discover mature species such as Indri Indri, Endemic medicinal plants, Orchids, ferns Carry on through the Ravinala trees to Manambato along the Pangalanes canal to Akaninny Nofy (about 45mn)
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Hotel Palmarium
Day 10: PALMARIUM RESERVE
Pass By: Canal des Pangalanes, Manakara Madagascar
A full day to explore the area surrounding the hotel on the shores of Lake Ampitabe. Discover the endemic plants of the region and several species of lemurs Relax by lakeswimming. Visit nearby villages. A nocturnal visit, partly by boat, in search of aye-aye lemurs (Daubentonia madagascariensis) is planned.
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infant seats available
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Travelers should have a strong physical fitness level
- Face masks required for travelers in public areas
- Face masks required for guides in public areas
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- Regular temperature checks for staff
- Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
- Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
- Proof of COVID-19 vaccination required for travelers
- COVID-19 vaccination required for guides
- A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
eriksisrael
July 2023
What can I say about Manitra? He’s a great guy and even better guide. During the 13 days we spent together he acted as translator, cultural guide, photography partner, videographer, and porter. He made my experience comfortable and tailored everything to me. If I didn’t feel like going on a parti...
What can I say about Manitra? He’s a great guy and even better guide. During the 13 days we spent together he acted as translator, cultural guide, photography partner, videographer, and porter. He made my experience comfortable and tailored everything to me. If I didn’t feel like going on a particular leg of the trip? No problem, we rearranged things. He provided nice commentary throughout our long drives, without being too distracting from my own private experience. The thing I appreciated the most was his understanding of light when I was trying to get great shots of wildlife. Many animal spotters and local guides just want you to get as close as possible to the animals, not understanding that the angle and the direction of the sun are far more important for us. Manitra understands these things and it makes a HUGE difference in the field trying to walk away with great shots. He arranged for unique cultural immersion stops, shopping stops- with no pressure- and good food choices. I opted for the luxury hotel options when possible and I was satisfied with everywhere we stayed, especially mantadia lodge and jardin du Roy. The jeep could have a more comfortable backseat- but it is Madagascar after all… A+ experience and I’m so happy to have met Manitra and entrust my first experience with Madagascar to him. I’ll be back. Reach out to him via the WhatsApp number listed on the site. TripAdvisor emails may go unanswered and don’t rely on the booking here. I was solo and we had to work out something different than what is listed as the price per person quoted on TripAdvisor assumes a larger group. For a solo it will be much more expensive. My 13 day with luxury hotels was 5600 euro for example. Highly recommend.I5076LGilariad
September 2023
Abbiamo fatto un viaggio avventura meraviglioso di due settimane da una costa all'altra del Madagascar sotto la guida di Manitra, ed è stato tutto perfetto nei minimi dettagli! Dagli splendidi altopiani, alla savana fino al Viale dei Baobab e all’incredibile foresta di roccia degli Tsingy di Bema...
Abbiamo fatto un viaggio avventura meraviglioso di due settimane da una costa all'altra del Madagascar sotto la guida di Manitra, ed è stato tutto perfetto nei minimi dettagli! Dagli splendidi altopiani, alla savana fino al Viale dei Baobab e all’incredibile foresta di roccia degli Tsingy di Bemaraha, poi mare sulle spiagge incontaminate di Belo sur Mer, con snorkeling e whalewatching, per finire nella foresta tropicale, tra camaleonti, lemuri e natura selvaggia. Manitra ha scelto per noi i migliori hotel, sempre puliti e in ordine, i ristoranti con i cibi tipici più buoni e le guide locali più esperte e rispettose del territorio. Mentre viaggiavamo ci ha raccontato leggende, usi e costumi del paese rendendo il tour ancora più interessante, e ogni volta che poteva aggiungeva una tappa per mostrarci qualcosa in più, prendendo tempo anche per farci conoscere le popolazioni dei villaggi e il loro stile di vita. Il nostro driver Fano ha affrontato tutti i terreni più difficili, piste sterrate, su sabbia, chiatte, portandoci sempre a destinazione sani e salvi e in orario con la tabella di marcia. Lui e Manitra sono stati una compagnia simpatica, disponibile e cordiale. Sicuramente è un viaggio che ci porteremo sempre nel cuore, consigliatissimo!viaggiatorenelmondo
August 2023
Professionista attento parlante italiano quasi perfetto, che ama il suo Paese e te lo fa vivere come se fossi uno di loro. Organizzazione del tour perfetta con i tempi giusti per la visita dei villaggi e delle popolazioni indigene. Autista instancabile ( con le migliaia di buche ) e paziente. Ogn...
Professionista attento parlante italiano quasi perfetto, che ama il suo Paese e te lo fa vivere come se fossi uno di loro. Organizzazione del tour perfetta con i tempi giusti per la visita dei villaggi e delle popolazioni indigene. Autista instancabile ( con le migliaia di buche ) e paziente. Ogni esigenza del cliente viene assecondata. Capace di adattamento ad ogni cliente con cui interagisce. Altamente consigliato per visitare il Madagascar.