Madagascar Tours for Solo Travelers
Madagascar really shines for solo travelers who want to explore wildlife routes while meeting others naturally along the way. The 10-day trips through the Tsingy and along the Tsiribihina River create perfect moments for connecting - you'll find yourself chatting with others while scanning the trees for mouse lemurs at night or sharing photos at sunset near the baobabs. Our guides make a real difference here; they know exactly when to spot wildlife, share cultural insights and make sure everyone feels part of the group without being pushy. The 14-day eastern routes get great feedback because they mix guided activities with personal time in places like Andasibe and Ranomafana. You can join extra wildlife walks, wander into local villages or take it easy at your lodge - it's totally up to you and that flexibility works really well when traveling solo.
10 best Madagascar solo travel packages
Compiled by
NadineMadagascar travel expert at TourRadar
- Ecoubeach Tour In Nosy Be
- Madagascar Nosy Be Experience for 6 Days/5 Nights
- Western wonder (Baobab + Kirindy + Tsingy discovery) & Lemurs park visit
- Customized 14 Days Classic Madagascar Trip, Daily Start & Private Guide and Jeep
- Discover the Unique in Madagascar - Lemurs, Baobabs, Tsingy
- Eastern Wonder
- 18 days Madagascar Expedition group tour departure 2025 (especially for senior traveler)
- 15 Days Details Madagascar ( Comfort)
- Tsingy of Bemaraha -Kirindy & Baobab Safari top discovery
- 12 Days South of Madagascar
Ecoubeach Tour In Nosy Be
2 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Great very personal service. On-time performance.”
Denis, traveled in January
Young adventurers in their 30s gather to explore Nosy Be's archipelago. Private rooms at Exhora Beach resort complement social activities like catamaran cruises to Nosy Komba and Tanikely. Guided Lokobe Reserve treks foster new friendships.
Duration 8 days Destinations Nosy Be, Nosy Tanikely, Nosy Sakatia, Lokobe Strict Reserve, Nosy Iranja Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, German, Italian, French, Spanish, Russian Group Size Max Group Size 10 Group Type GroupPersonalized Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Sifaka Voyages From
- US$1,668
Madagascar Nosy Be Experience for 6 Days/5 Nights
2 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Very reliable, trustworthy and organized tour agent.”
JanetWangui, traveled in August
Small groups averaging 27 years old, with 50% solo travelers, set out for cultural visits to Marodoka and Lemuria Land. English-speaking guides lead from Ravintsara Wellness Hotel, with boat trips to Nosy Iranja and sunset cocktails at Mount Passot.
Duration 6 days Destinations Antananarivo, Nosy Be, Nosy Iranja Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, French Group Size Max Group Size 25 Group Type PrivatePersonalized Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Across Africa Tours & Travel From
- US$2,299
Western wonder (Baobab + Kirindy + Tsingy discovery) & Lemurs park visit
3 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The itinerary arrangement, hotel/food/transportation planning, and fantastic tour guides had made this trip unforgettable!”
Qing, traveled in October
Small groups of up to 20 travelers ages 8+ share 4x4 vehicles while staying in private rooms at places like Chalet des Roses in Antananarivo and Orchidée de Bemaraha in Bekopaka. Walk across suspended bridges through UNESCO-listed Tsingy de Bemaraha National Park's limestone formations, look for the elusive fossa at Kirindy Reserve Park, and get close to seven lemur species including Verreaux's sifakas at Lemurs Park just 22km west of the capital. Licensed English-speaking guide Tovo takes you through Baobab Alley at sunset, the Royal Hill of Ambohimanga, and Queen's Palace with daily 1.5L bottled water throughout the 8-day trip.
Duration 8 days Destinations Antananarivo, Morondava, Tahiry Manokan’ i Kirindy, Bekopaka, Tsingy de Bemaraha National Park Age Range Ages 8+ Operated in English, German, Spanish Group Size Max Group Size 20 Group Type GroupPersonalized Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Travelia Safari From
- US$2,271
Customized 14 Days Classic Madagascar Trip, Daily Start & Private Guide and Jeep
12 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Everything was well planned. We got to experience all we asked for.”
Yasmin, traveled in July
Private guides lead cultural immersion in Ambositra's craft villages and nature walks in Ranomafana National Park. Welcoming stays at Vakona Forest Lodge await travelers aged 5+.
Duration 14 days Destinations Antananarivo, Ifaty, Ranohira, Ranomafana National Park, Antsirabe, Andasibe Age Range All Ages Welcome Group Size Max Group Size 4 Group Type PrivatePersonalized Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Agate Travel From
- US$3,479
Discover the Unique in Madagascar - Lemurs, Baobabs, Tsingy
3 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Everything was beautiful, accommodation superb, lodges everything. Even driving in the backwoods was wonderful.”
Gabor, traveled in June
Intimate groups join lemur walks in Andasibe National Park and adventures in Tsingy de Bemaraha. Night walks in Kirindy Forest and rickshaw tours in Antsirabe create shared memories, with upscale lodging at Le Louvre Hotel and Mantadia Lodge.
Duration 14 days Destinations Antananarivo, Andasibe, Antsirabe, Morondava, Tsingy de Bemaraha National Park Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, French Group Size Max Group Size 12 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Fosa Travel From
- US$2,868
Eastern Wonder
2 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“I had a great time seeing lemurs at the national park.”
Benjamin, traveled in May
Ages 8+ can visit Palmarium Reserve to see nocturnal aye-ayes and indri lemurs in the wild at Analamazaotra Forest within Andasibe-Mantadia National Park. Private or shared room options work for small groups of 2-25 travelers, and you'll get guided night walks to spot chameleons and leaf-tailed geckos at Maromizaha Reserve. The UNESCO-listed Ambohimanga Rova royal palace makes for a cultural stop before relaxing at Ankanin'ny Nofy's quiet beachside after fast-boat transfers.
Duration 8 days Destinations Antananarivo, Palmarium Reserve, Andasibe, Andasibe-Mantadia National Park, Ampefy Age Range Ages 8+ Group Size Max Group Size 25 Group Type PrivatePersonalized Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Travelia Safari From
- US$2,271
18 days Madagascar Expedition group tour departure 2025 (especially for senior traveler)
1 Review by TourRadar travelers
Duration 18 days Destinations Antananarivo, Isalo National Park, Ambalavao, Ranomafana National Park, Antsirabe, Miandrivazo, Kirindy Mitea National Park, Andasibe-Mantadia National Park, Palmarium Reserve, ToamasinaSee all destinations Age Range Ages 16+ Operated in English, German, Italian, French, Spanish, Chinese Group Size Max Group Size 12 Group Type GroupPersonalized Room Type Singles, Shared Operator HT Agency Tours From
- US$4,359
15 Days Details Madagascar ( Comfort)
4 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Great way to get around and see a lot of Madagascar, excellent organization.”
Anne, traveled in March
Intimate groups of 8 share wildlife experiences at Andasibe-Mantadia Park and cultural visits to Ambohimanga Palace. Comfortable stays at Mantadia Lodge and Le Louvre Hotel & Spa welcome travelers aged 5+.
Duration 15 days Destinations Antananarivo, Andasibe-Mantadia National Park, Morondava, Kirindy Mitea National Park, Tsingy de Bemaraha National Park, Antsirabe, Ranomafana National Park, Isalo National Park, Toliara, Ifaty Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, French Group Size Max Group Size 10 Group Type GroupPersonalized Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Across Africa Tours & Travel From
- US$4,183
Tsingy of Bemaraha -Kirindy & Baobab Safari top discovery
2 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Our journey in Madagascar was incredibly enjoyable. This was a once-in-a-lifetime, unforgettable trip.”
ZHIBAI, traveled in September
Groups of 2-12 travelers ages 8+ meet up on guaranteed departures, even with just one booking, making it easy to connect in Madagascar's remote western region. Hike through Kirindy Forest looking for the elusive fossa, then climb the UNESCO-listed Grand Tsingy de Bemaraha's limestone pinnacles with suspension bridge crossings. Sunset at Baobab Alley near Morondava offers one of Madagascar's most iconic landscapes. Comfortable places like Royal Palace Hotel in Antsirabe and Soleil des Tsingy Hotel in Bekopaka provide your home base throughout the trip. Guides Jose and Tovo give personalized attention during the 4WD journey across Tsiribihina River.
Duration 8 days Destinations Antananarivo, Antsirabe, Tahiry Manokan’ i Kirindy, Bekopaka, Tsingy de Bemaraha National Park, Morondava Age Range Ages 8+ Operated in English, German, Spanish Group Size Max Group Size 12 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Travelia Safari From
- US$2,247
12 Days South of Madagascar
2 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The trip was fantastic, also in terms of excursions and accommodations. Be prepared for a long car journey through a beautiful varied landscape.”
Like-minded adventurers unite while discovering Madagascar's highlights. Guided excursions at Parc Mitsinjo and Ranomafana National Park, with single rooms at Le Louvre Hotel and Mantadia Lodge. Average group age 38.
Duration 12 days Destinations Antananarivo, Andasibe, Antsirabe, Ranomafana National Park, Isalo National Park, Toliara, Ifaty Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, French Group Size Max Group Size 15 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Fosa Travel From
- US$2,528
What people love about touring Madagascar solo
- Western wonder (Baobab + Kirindy + Tsingy discovery) & Lemurs park visit
Travelia Safari is an excellent option if you are thinking of MADAGASCAR. They took care of my and my wife on our honeymoon, creating incredible experiences along the island! Aristide is such a nice guy and is always taking care of any issue.
- Customized 14 Days Best Madagascar Trip, Daily Start & Private Guide and Jeep
A very good trip with much to see. The lemurs were fantastic and the scenery was great and variable Because of the bad state NR7. The road is potholed and has numerous trucks which are making it worse by the day. The hotels were generally good but as in many locations there are only a couple for the operator to use there is not much scope for them to be changed. The food is a challenge. Avoid pasta curry or the like. They dont taste as you would expect. No flavour . For Italian the tomatoes are absent or minimal even though they are piled high on the local vegetable sellers tables. Zebu is the best bet and they are good at fried potatoes. With respect stick with beer and cocktails which are good and cheap. Wine is imported (>20 usd) and fairly ordinary. Don't try the local wine as we bought a bottle in the wine growing are. It was cheap 5 dollars . One sip each a photo and then used to water the lawn. A word about baggage on the Madagascar flight from Tulea to Antanarivo. The allowance is 23kg but only one bag. We had a 10 and 8kg and were charged us 40. Our driver and guide were very good. Its tough having to concentrate for 10hrs for the driver. The guide was knowledgeable on history and the wildlife.
- Discover the Unique in Madagascar - Lemurs, Baobabs, Tsingy
Very good arrangement on accommodation and transportation, itineraries are very interesting
What our customers ask about Madagascar Tours for Solo Travelers
How social are Madagascar guided tours for solo travelers?
The group dynamics on Madagascar guided tours naturally encourage social interaction with groups of 8-12 people exploring together. At places like Andasibe National Park travelers often form bonds while searching for wildlife or hiking forest trails. A TourRadar traveler from the Highlights of Madagascar tour shared: "The teenagers enjoyed the guide's help and the group had a great time." The shared excitement of seeing lemurs in their habitat exploring limestone formations at Tsingy and watching sunsets at the Avenue of Baobabs creates natural opportunities to connect with fellow travelers.
What accommodations can solo travelers expect on Madagascar tours?
Most tours provide mid-range hotels and lodges that balance comfort with local character. Properties like Le Louvre Hotel & Spa in Antananarivo and Vakona Forest Lodge in Andasibe serve as social hubs. The Baobabs & Beyond tour offers 8 nights in hotels plus 2 nights camping giving travelers varied experiences. Places like Centrest Hotel in Ranomafana have common areas and dining spaces where guests regularly gather and chat over meals or drinks.
How do meal arrangements work for solo travelers on Madagascar tours?
Tour packages include daily breakfasts and key group dinners that bring everyone together. The Highlights of Madagascar tour starts and ends with group dinners at local restaurants in Antananarivo. Throughout the trip guides often suggest spots for optional group lunches. As one traveler noted: "Our guide took us to small friendly local eateries that we wouldn't have discovered on our own."
What is the typical single supplement cost on Madagascar tours?
Single room supplements range from USD 300-600 based on trip length and hotel quality. Standard properties like Hotel Belvedere in Antananarivo and Hotel Feon'ny Ala in Andasibe charge extra for solo rooms. To avoid these fees companies like Exodus Adventure Travels can match solo travelers with roommates when requested.
Which regions of Madagascar are best suited for solo travelers?
Social opportunities come easily during activities like night walks in Andasibe boat trips on the Pangalanes Canal and beach time at Ifaty and Sainte Marie Island. Many accommodations including Nature Lodge in Joffreville and Hotel Bamboo Club in Ifaty create spaces for guests to mingle. According to one TourRadar review: "Our group bonded quickly over shared amazing wildlife sightings and experiences throughout the trip."
What's the best time for solo travelers to visit Madagascar?
The dry season from April to October sees the most visitors and group tours especially July through September when wildlife viewing peaks in areas like Andasibe National Park. This period also aligns with whale watching at Sainte Marie. A past traveler noted: "Traveling in August was perfect - great weather and lots of other travelers to meet and share experiences with."