Trip code: MT02
Countries experienced: Madagascar
Price From: R 24 640 Land Only
Discover northern Madagascar's rainforest, spectacular rock formations and tantalising white beaches.
Madagascar is a one-off; there is no other place like it. Its landscapes, animals and plants are simply incredible! It is a dream destination for nature and outdoor lovers. Come up-close and personal with Lemurs in their natural habitat. Be mesmerized by the translucent, emerald waters of Mer d’Emeradude and starkly beautiful beaches of Le Trois Baies. Discover the luxuriant forests and wildlife of Parc National Montagne d’Ambre. View the surreal formations of the Tsingy Rouges and Park National de l’Ankarana. Relax on the beach of Nosy Be.
Day 1 Antananarivo
Welcome to Tana! The first taste of Malagasy life, and the start of your Madagascar adventure.
Day 2 Andasibe
Today we travel to the east of the island to the town of Andasibe. This town is surrounded by several reserves, known as the kingdom of lemurs.
Day 3 Andasibe
Discover the dense forest of the East, home to the Indri, as well as other forms of flora and fauna and a wide array of bird life.
Day 4 Diego
Early morning drive to the capital, transfer directly to the Airport for your flight to Diego.
Day 5 Diego
Today we take a boat excursion to Mer d’Emeradude (Emerald Sea).Turtles, rays and flying fish will seduce you as much as the translucent, emerald colour of the lagoon .
Day 6 Joffreville
Today we take an excursion to Le Trois Baies (Three Bays), on the eastern side of the peninsula.
Day 7 Joffreville
After a late breakfast we drive to Parc National Montagne d’Ambre to explore its luxuriant forests, waterfall and lakes in search of its wildlife (lemurs, birds, reptiles).
Day 8 Ankarana
We visit one of Madagascar’s most awesome natural wonders, Tsingy Rouge . These surreal formations stand on the edge of beautiful canyons. The scraggly pinnacles, erosion’s work of art are made of laterite, giving it its
Day 9 Nosy Be
We start the day with a short walk of +/- 2 hours exploring Parc National de l’Ankarana. A fantasyland of psychedelic fields of spiky tsingy(pinnacle formations). Running through and under the tsingy are hidden forest-filled canyons and subterranean rivers.
After a picnic lunch we drive to Ankify. En-route we visit some plantations of vanilla, coffee and cacao. On arrival in Ankify, we transfer by boat to the port of Hell Ville, the capital of Nosy Be island.
Day 10 -12 Nosy Be
Days at leisure on the beach.
Nosy Be is Madagascar’s number one beach destination, with more sea-based activities than you’ll have time to try, excellent seafood and idyllic scenery.
Days 13 Antananarivo
This morning we take a flight back to the capital, the rest of the day free to explore the capital or for some last shopping.
Day 14 Antananarivo
Your Madagascar adventure comes to an end this morning with a transfer to the airport to catch your international flight.
See incredible wildlife in Andasibe-Mantadia National Park and Amber Mountain National Park
Enjoy striking landscapes of the Tsingy Rouges and Ankarana National Park
Relax on the beach in Nosy Be
Explore the Emerald sea and Three Bays
See Lemurs in their natural habitat
Accommodation: Hotel (13nts)
Meals included: 13 Breakfast, 13 Dinners
Airport arrival and departure transfers included
Single supplement available if you would like your own room
Private departure with own 4WD car and English speaking guide/driver
Domestic flights (2) from Tananarive to Diego and from Nosy be to Tananarive included
Some long drives on poor roads