Itinerary
- Day 1
Antananarivo
- Day 2
Antananarivo to Antsirabe
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit artisanal aluminium foundry in Ambatolampy
- Photo stops at interesting places along National Road 7
Landmarks Ambatolampy Artisanal Aluminium Foundry - Day 3
Antsirabe
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit two volcanic lakes
- Explore different cultures of the region
- Visit old town of Vakinankaratra in Betafo and historical site
- City tour of Antsirabe by pousse pousse
- Visit art workshops
- Visit embroidery workshops
- Visit gemstone cutter
- Visit local markets
Landmarks Volcanic Lakes of Antsirabe Vakinankaratra Historical Site (Betafo) - Day 4
Antsirabe to Ranomafana
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Zafimaniry wooden art and sculptures in Ambositra
Optional Activities
- Evening walk in search of nocturnal animals
Landmarks Ambositra Zafimaniry Arts District - Day 5
Ranomafana to Fianarantsoa
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided visit of Ranomafana National Park (4 hours)
Landmarks Ranomafana National Park - Day 6
Fianarantsoa to Manakara
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Picnic lunch)
Included Activities
- Train journey from Fianarantsoa to Manakara through 17 villages (8-12 hours)
- Day 7
Manakara
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Picnic lunch by the seaside)
Included Activities
- Walk on Pangalanes canal
- Visit essential oils distillery
- Visit historical site in city
- Visit Antaimoro paper workshop
- Explore city markets
Landmarks Pangalanes Canal Antaimoro Paper Workshop - Day 8
Manakara to Analanolona (Pangalanes Canal Cruise Day 1)
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Traditional lunch on board), Dinner (Authentic dinner)
Included Activities
- Motorboat cruise on Pangalanes canal
- Village visit: Ampandomana (Antaimbahaoka ethnic group)
- Visit Ambohitsara village
- See 'white elephant' sacred statue
Landmarks Pangalanes Canal Ampandomana Village Ambohitsara White Elephant Statue - Day 9
Analanolona to Antsohihy (Pangalanes Canal Cruise Day 2)
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Traditional lunch on board), Dinner (Authentic dinner)
Included Activities
- Cruise continuation on Pangalanes canal
- Visit Nosy Varika typical market
- Swim in Analampotsy
- Visit Masomeloka Betsimisaraka village
Landmarks Nosy Varika Analampotsy Masomeloka Village - Day 10
Antsohihy to Mahanoro (Pangalanes Canal Cruise Day 3)
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Picnic lunch on board)
Included Activities
- Final day of Pangalanes canal cruise
- Visit cash crop plantation near Mangoro River mouth
- Birdwatching and botanical observation along canal
Landmarks Pangalanes Canal - Coastal Section Mangoro River Mouth - Day 11
Mahanoro to Andasibe
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Day 12
Andasibe
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided 4-hour hike in Andasibe National Park
- Visit private Vakôna reserve with lemurs, crocodiles, and chameleons
Landmarks Andasibe National Park Vakôna Private Reserve - Day 13
Andasibe to Antananarivo
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Visit Peyrieras reserve
- Visit chameleon park to see snakes and Boa of Madagascar
Landmarks Peyrieras Reserve - Day 14
Antananarivo (Departure)
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit Royal Palace in Ambohimanga Rova
- Visit Padre Pio Charity House (autistic children and young people centre)
Optional Activities
- Browse Malagasy handicrafts at the dam market (depending on flight schedule)
Landmarks Royal Palace (Ambohimanga Rova) Padre Pio Charity House
