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Madagascar Wilderness Trek

15 days
Start and end in Antananarivo
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Hiking & Trekking
Epic trails and breathtaking landscapes await
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Medium Intensity
Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English
Group Size 7 - 16
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Antananarivo

    Start point
    Antalamohitra, Antananarivo 105, Madagascar (Hotel Au Bois Vert, Hotel reception, 19:00)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Au Bois Vert), Hotel (Relais Des Plateaux (or similar))

    Optional Activities

    • Welcome dinner with tour leader (if desired)
    Landmarks
    Antananarivo
    Itinerary Image 1
  2. Day 2

    Antananarivo to Ambositra

    Meals
    Lunch (Lunch in Antsirabe), Dinner (Traditional Malagasy meal at local development guest house)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Artisan Hotel), Hotel (Artisan Hotel (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Drive through subtropical highlands and volcanic fields
    • Stop at local market and wood carving shops in Ambositra
    • Traditional Malagasy meal and folk dance at local development guest house
    Landmarks
    Ambositra
    Antsirabe
    Itinerary Image 1
  3. Day 3

    Ambositra to Ranomafana

    Meals
    Lunch (Picnic lunch at park entrance)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Manja Hotel), Hotel (Manja Hotel (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Trek to Ranomafana campsite in primary rainforest
    • Wildlife observation including lemurs
    Landmarks
    Ranomafana National Park
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  4. Day 4

    Ranomafana

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Manja Hotel), Hotel (Manja Hotel (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Morning wildlife walk in primary forest
    • Varijatsy Trek Circuit hike
    • Visit to thermal baths and swimming pool
    Landmarks
    Ranomafana National Park
    Varijatsy Trek Circuit
    Namorona River
  5. Day 5

    Ranomafana to Ambalavao

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Bourgainvillia), Hotel (Hotel Bourgainvillia (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Drive through Fianarantsoa
    • Visit to Anja Reserve to see ring-tailed lemurs

    Optional Activities

    • Lunch in Ambalavao
    Landmarks
    Fianarantsoa
    Anja Reserve
    Ambalavao
  6. Day 6

    Ambalavao to Andringitra National Park

    Meals
    Lunch (Picnic lunch at forest campsite)
    Accommodation
    Camping (Imaitso Campsite), Camping (Imaitso Campsite (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • 4WD transfer to Andringitra National Park
    • Trek through villages to forest campsite
    • Nocturnal nature walk
    Landmarks
    Andringitra National Park
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  7. Day 7

    Andringitra National Park

    Meals
    Lunch (Picnic lunch on the way up)
    Accommodation
    Camping (Andriampotsy Campsite), Camping (Andriampotsy Campsite (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Early morning wildlife walk
    • Trek through Imaitso forest to Andriampotsy campsite
    Landmarks
    Imaitso Forest
    Pic Imarivolanitra
    Itinerary Image 1
  8. Day 8

    Andringitra National Park

    Accommodation
    Camping (Iantaranomby Campsite), Camping (Iantaranomby Campsite (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Summit climb to Imarivolanitra peak
    • Descent to lower campsite
    Landmarks
    Imarivolanitra
  9. Day 9

    Andringitra National Park to Isalo National Park

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Isalo Ranch Hotel), Hotel (Isalo Ranch Hotel (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Walk to park entrance
    • 4WD transfer to Ambalavao
    • Charter bus to Isalo National Park
    Landmarks
    Isalo National Park
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  10. Day 10

    Isalo National Park

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Isalo Ranch Hotel), Hotel (Isalo Ranch Hotel (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Morning wildlife trail
    • Walk through sandstone massif to natural swimming pools
    Landmarks
    Isalo National Park
  11. Day 11

    Isalo National Park to Ifaty

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Bamboo Club), Hotel (Bamboo Club (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Stop at Zombitse National Park to explore dry deciduous forest
    • Wildlife observation including lemurs and baobabs
    Landmarks
    Zombitse National Park
    Toliara
    Ifaty Beach
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  12. Day 12

    Ifaty

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Bamboo Club), Hotel (Bamboo Club (or similar))

    Optional Activities

    • Optional walk in Reniala Reserve - 2 kilometre (1.20 mile) walk expected to take around 2 hours, featuring strange spiny forest and endemic bird species including long-tailed ground roller, sub-desert mesite, and sickle-billed vanga
    Landmarks
    Ifaty Beach
    Reniala Reserve
  13. Day 13

    Ifaty to Antananarivo

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Au Bois Vert), Hotel (Relais Des Plateaux (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Domestic flight from Toliara to Antananarivo
    Landmarks
    Antananarivo
  14. Day 14

    Antananarivo

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Au Bois Vert), Hotel (Relais Des Plateaux (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Bus transfer to Ambohidrabiby Hill
    • Gentle walk to hilltop
    • Pass through highland villages and rice paddies
    • Learn about local silk weaving
    Landmarks
    Ambohidrabiby Hill
  15. Day 15

    Antananarivo

    End point
    Antalamohitra, Antananarivo 105, Madagascar (Hotel Au Bois Vert, Hotel reception, 09:00)
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Landmarks
    Antananarivo
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  • A
    May 9th, 2023
    4.3
    I loved the 4 day trek into the mountains
    Traveled in April 2023
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  • A
    May 9th, 2023
    4
    The lovely countryside, people & wildlife
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    May 11th, 2023
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    Climbing the 2nd highest peak in Madagascar
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    May 12th, 2023
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    Variety of Scenery Wildlife Snorkelling/ lobster on the beach
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    August 15th, 2023
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    Whale watching in the fishing boats in Ifaty. Sleeping in the jungle in Ranomafana with the associated wildlife...
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    Traveled in July 2023
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    December 23rd, 2019
    4.8
    A simply amazing trip which was very well organised both in advance and on the ground when we were in country.
    Traveled in October 2019
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    December 23rd, 2019
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    I think the section in the trip notes about money needs updating. They said ATMs only set the airport. We found...
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    Traveled in October 2019
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    Thanks for your review and feedback. Glad you had a great trip!
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  • F
    November 6th, 2019
    4
    This is a busy itinerary designed to make the most of your time in Madagascar. Be prepared to see a lot and have...
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    Traveled in November 2019
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    Thanks for your review. Great pictures!
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  • A
    April 17th, 2019
    5
    Claude is the reason this trip was amazing. He was knowledgeable yet humble , organized yet relaxed, disciplined yet...
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    thank you so much for those great comments on Claude, we'll let him know how much you enjoyed the tour :)
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    Shannon

    Asked on September 7th, 2025

    Are airport transfers included, please?

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    • Explore!OperatorWritten September 2025

      Airport transfers are included if you arrive on the first day of the tour and depart on the last day of the tour from TNR Airport. Arrival transfer provided if a flight lands between 0000 on day 1 to 0400 on day 2. Departure transfer provided if a flight takes off between 0000 on the last day until 0400 on the day after the trip ends.

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      Shannon

      TravelerWritten September 2025

      Is the tour still going ahead? The government advises against all but essential travel to Madagascar at the moment.

    • Explore!OperatorWritten September 2025

      Tour is currently operating at normal, however we are closely monitoring the situation, as well as the FCDO advice. We will be in touch if anything changes with your tour. We are taking the situation very seriously, and have had to cancel some earlier departures.

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    Frank

    Asked on January 16th, 2024

    I am loving the look of this trip but feel it lacks enough time to snorkel/dive/ enjoy the beaches of Madagascar. Is there anyway of adding on a few days in Nosy be? Or another beach destination that's recommended? Acutely aware that I will probably only visit Madagascar once in my life and I want it to be out of this world.

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    • Explore!OperatorWritten January 2024

      Our two Madagascar trips are aimed at more of a wildlife and walking experience, although a beach extension does sound amazing. On our "Madagascar: The Lost Continent" tour there is a free day on Day 11 and Day 12 to enjoy the beach. Alternatively we could assist you with adding on post accommodation to enjoy some beach leisure days at your own pace.

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    Kim

    Asked on May 10th, 2023

    I wanted to ask if the trip takes place? Are there any bookings yet?

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      Yes, this departure is guaranteed and we have confirmed bookings for it.

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    Rhonda

    Asked on January 9th, 2023

    Would like to know the age of most travelers and if a 20% discount is available for the 22nd of April departure

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    • Explore!OperatorWritten January 2023

      We have 70% male and 30% female for this departure. The age of the travellers are from late 30s to early 60s. We are not able to offer a 20% discount for this departure.

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    Claire

    Asked on September 3rd, 2022

    Is backpacking travel expected on this trip? Do we need to bring sleeping bags, hammocks, sleeping mats etc? And what climate do we need to pack for at that time of the year?

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      Claire

      TravelerWritten September 2022

      I am very keen to book this trip for me and my son. The most important thing for me to know beforehand, since this is a hiking/trekking trip, is, if we are expected to bring backpacks, carry them all of the trek, and if we need to bring our own sleeping bags, mosquito nets etc?

    • Explore!OperatorWritten September 2022

      Equipment: Sleeping Bag needed, 3/4 season comfort rating (temperature 0°C to 10°C). Sleeping Mat recommended. Porters will carry main luggage during trekking. You'll need a trek bag (max 18kg) and a small day backpack for daily essentials. Pack layers for varying temperatures: waterproof jacket, warm layers, and clothing suitable for different climate zones.

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