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What is the best time of year to visit Madagascar?

September to November is considered one of the best times to visit, as these months sit right in between the cool, dry winter and the hot, rainy season. This time is also considered the best time to view birdlife. July to August offers cooler temperatures and the best chances for whale watching on the coast. January to March is cyclone season, but this is also the best time to see flowering orchids.

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Madagascar in Depth

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Platinum Operator: Intrepid Travel
Nature & Wildlife: Explore untamed landscapes teeming with wildlife
Group Tour: Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Fully Guided: An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Guided in English
Max Group Size 12
Ages 15+

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Itinerary

Day 1
Antananarivo
Antananarivo
Optional Activities
- Explore Haute-Ville district
- Visit Analakely street market
- Optional dinner with group
Landmarks
Analakely Street Market
Haute-Ville
Day 2
Antananarivo to Miandrivazo
Antananarivo to Miandrivazo
Included Activities
- Briefing on Tsiribihina River cruise preparations
Optional Activities
- Purchase additional supplies in town
Day 3
Tsiribihina River Cruise
Tsiribihina River Cruise
Meals
Lunch
Included Activities
- Tsiribihina River barge cruise
- Trek to waterfall
- Wildlife and bird spotting along river
Landmarks
Tsiribihina River
Masiakampy
Day 4
Tsiribihina River Cruise
Tsiribihina River Cruise
Included Activities
- Full day river cruise
- Village walks
- Wildlife spotting treks
- Traditional Malagasy music and dancing with locals
Landmarks
Tsiribihina River
Day 5
Tsiribihina River to Bekopaka
Tsiribihina River to Bekopaka
Meals
Lunch
Included Activities
- Belo-sur-Tsiribihina market visit
Optional Activities
- Swim or refreshing shower at accommodation
Landmarks
Belo-sur-Tsiribihina
Day 6
Bekopaka - Small Tsingy Trek
Bekopaka - Small Tsingy Trek
Included Activities
- Small Tsingy trekking circuit (up to 5 hours)
- Lookout point visits
- Manambolo River pirogue (dugout canoe) ride
- Cave exploration with stalactites, stalagmites and Vazimba tombs
Landmarks
Small Tsingy
Bemaraha National Park
Manambolo River
Day 7
Bekopaka - Great Tsingy Trek
Bekopaka - Great Tsingy Trek
Included Activities
- Great Tsingy Trek
- Suspended bridge crossing
- Wildlife spotting (lemurs, birds, reptiles)
Optional Activities
- Suspended bridge crossing (those with vertigo may wish to skip)
Landmarks
Great Tsingy
Bemaraha National Park
Day 8
Bekopaka to Morondava
Bekopaka to Morondava
Included Activities
- Sunset at Avenue of the Baobabs
Landmarks
Avenue of the Baobabs
Day 9
Morondava to Miandrivazo
Morondava to Miandrivazo
Optional Activities
- Relax on the beach
- Visit local markets
Day 10
Miandrivazo to Antsirabe
Miandrivazo to Antsirabe
Meals
Lunch (Picnic-style lunch)
Included Activities
- Easy countryside trek
- Lakes district hike
- Tritiva crater lake visit
Landmarks
Tritiva
Day 11
Antsirabe to Antananarivo
Antsirabe to Antananarivo
Optional Activities
- Optional dinner with new group at local restaurant
Day 12
Antananarivo to Ifaty
Antananarivo to Ifaty
Meals
Breakfast (Breakfast beneath majestic baobab trees at Reniala Private Park)
Included Activities
- Flight to Tulear
- Breakfast at Reniala Private Park beneath baobab trees
- Spiny Forest guided walk with local guide
Landmarks
Reniala Private Park
Spiny Forest
Day 13
Ifaty
Ifaty
Optional Activities
- Relax by pool or beach
- Stroll through hotel gardens
- Visit Recycling Museum in Tulear
Landmarks
Recycling Museum
Day 14
Ifaty to Isalo National Park
Ifaty to Isalo National Park
Meals
Lunch
Included Activities
- Tulear leader-led city tour
Landmarks
Tulear
Day 15
Isalo National Park
Isalo National Park
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Isalo National Park guided walk with leader
Landmarks
Isalo National Park
Day 16
Isalo National Park to Fianarantsoa
Isalo National Park to Fianarantsoa
Included Activities
- Anja Community Reserve visit with villager guides
- Ring-tailed lemur spotting
Landmarks
Anja Community Reserve
Fianarantsoa Old Town
Day 17
Fianarantsoa to Ranomafana National Park
Fianarantsoa to Ranomafana National Park
Meals
Lunch (Lunch in village sampling local Malagasy cuisine)
Included Activities
- Fianarantsoa Old Town exploration
- Betsileo village visit
- Countryside exploration with rice paddies and vineyards
Optional Activities
- Thermal springs outdoor swimming pool visit
Landmarks
Ranomafana National Park
Ranomafana Thermal Springs
Day 18
Ranomafana National Park
Ranomafana National Park
Meals
Lunch (Lunch at ValBio Research Centre)
Included Activities
- Ranomafana National Park 4-hour guided walk
- ValBio Research Centre tour with researcher
- Conservation lecture and lunch
- Second included rainforest walk
Landmarks
Ranomafana National Park
ValBio Research Centre
Day 19
Ranomafana to Ambositra
Ranomafana to Ambositra
Included Activities
- Id'om Art workshop visit
- Marquetry demonstration and learning
Landmarks
Id'om Art Workshop
Day 20
Ambositra to Antsirabe
Ambositra to Antsirabe
Meals
Dinner (Group dinner in gazebo within guest house grounds)
Included Activities
- Sandrandahy silk production workshop visit
- Group dinner in gazebo
Landmarks
Sandrandahy Association
Day 21
Antsirabe to Andasibe National Park
Antsirabe to Andasibe National Park
Landmarks
Andasibe National Park
Day 22
Andasibe National Park
Andasibe National Park
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Andasibe National Park guided walk
- Analamazaotra Special Reserve night walk
Landmarks
Andasibe National Park
Analamazaotra Special Reserve
Day 23
Antananarivo
Antananarivo
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Malagasy chocolate workshop with local chocolate maker
- Optional final group dinner
Day 24
Antananarivo
Antananarivo
Meals
Breakfast

Landmarks
Analakely Street Market
Haute-Ville

Landmarks
Tsiribihina River
Masiakampy

Landmarks
Tsiribihina River

Landmarks
Belo-sur-Tsiribihina

Landmarks
Small Tsingy
Bemaraha National Park
Manambolo River

Landmarks
Great Tsingy
Bemaraha National Park

Landmarks
Avenue of the Baobabs

Landmarks
Tritiva

Landmarks
Reniala Private Park
Spiny Forest

Landmarks
Recycling Museum

Landmarks
Tulear

Landmarks
Isalo National Park

Landmarks
Anja Community Reserve
Fianarantsoa Old Town

Landmarks
Ranomafana National Park
Ranomafana Thermal Springs

Landmarks
Ranomafana National Park
ValBio Research Centre

Landmarks
Id'om Art Workshop

Landmarks
Sandrandahy Association

Landmarks
Andasibe National Park

Landmarks
Andasibe National Park
Analamazaotra Special Reserve

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4.0
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5.0
Accommodation
4.0
Food
3.0
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4.5

Fernando5.0•August 2023
Bruno was a fantastic guide through a lost corner of the world. Be ready for long days on horrible roads but you get...
Bruno was a fantastic guide through a lost corner of the world. Be ready for long days on horrible roads but you get to see the magnificent landscapes, national parks, and lemurs, lots of lemurs through the trip. We traveled by bus, 4X4, boat and included a flight from the capital to the south, all gave us a chance to see Madagascar and it’s wonderful people. Our guide Bruno was probably the best guide I’ve ever traveled with, he was always there to help, answering questions about all topics Madagascar. The food was a bit of a struggle but again the chance to see numerous lemurs was worth it all.Show more
Traveled in July 2023
Reply from: Intrepid Travel
Hi Fernando, thanks for your wonderful review. We are so glad to read that you had a wonderful time on your Madagascar in Depth tour with Intrepid. Your photos definitely show the beauty of Madagascar. Our tour leaders are the heart of Intrepid and we are delighted that Bruno provided you with an exceptional experience. We will be sure to pass this feedback on to him. If you would like to share more feedback on this tour in regards to the food aspects, please feel free to email us at Customercare@intrepidtravel.com. We hope to welcome you on another Intrepid tour in the near future!
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Brandon
Asked on September 27th, 2025
What does "Departure on request" mean? Is the trip going?
Tour Details
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written September 2025
  Departures for 2025 are fully booked, however spots are available from June 2026.
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Adrian
Asked on September 2nd, 2025
Do you have single rooms? We are 3 adults.
Accommodation
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written September 2025
  Triple room availability cannot be guaranteed upfront; however, once your booking is confirmed, we can request our local team to arrange a triple room based on availability at the time. Please note this is highly subject to confirmation from the hotel.
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Tammy
Asked on March 17th, 2023
Can I join this tour without airfare
Flights / Transfers
Tour Details
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written March 2023
  Our tours do not include the cost of international airfare, which allows our travelers to join the trip from their desired location. Once you are ready to proceed with your booking, please click on "Book Now" on the left side of the page.
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Marilyn
Asked on February 4th, 2022
What is the best time of year to visit Madagascar?
Tour Details
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written February 2022
  September to November is considered one of the best times to visit, as these months sit right in between the cool, dry winter and the hot, rainy season. This time is also considered the best time to view birdlife. July to August offers cooler temperatures and the best chances for whale watching on the coast. January to March is cyclone season, but this is also the best time to see flowering orchids.
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  Marilyn
  Traveler•Written February 2022
  I am considering a trip in September. I will be traveling from the U.S.. Are there any special considerations I need to know? Vaccinations, visas, clothing, ect?
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written February 2022
  We do require all our travelers be fully vaccinated for covid19, for other vaccinations necessary for Madagascar we recommend consulting a travel physician.
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  Marilyn
  Traveler•Written March 2022
  Are there any Covid quarantine requirements for entering Madagascar? I am fully vaccinated.
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written April 2022
  No quarantine is required but you will need proof of a negative Covid-19 test and there is also a mandatory Covid-19 Test on arrival as well.
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  Marilyn
  Traveler•Written April 2022
  How easy is it to get the test on arrival? How long does it take to get the test result? I suppose a better question would be; how early do I need to arrive in Antanarivo and get tested before the tour departure?
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written May 2022
  The Arrival COVID-19 rapid antigen test is taken on arrival at the airport.

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