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Madagascar, the Island of Contrast

21 days
Start and end in Antananarivo
5.0 (1 review)

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Nature & Wildlife
Explore untamed landscapes teeming with wildlife
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
Other languages on request: German, French
Ages 7+
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Antananarivo

    Antananarivo
    Landmarks
    Ivato International Airport
    Itinerary Image 1
  2. Day 2

    Antananarivo to Ifaty

    Antananarivo to Ifaty

    Optional Activities

    • City tour in Toliara
    Landmarks
    Ivato International Airport
    Toliara
  3. Day 3

    Ifaty

    Ifaty
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Reniala reserve (forest of baobab trees and medicinal plants)

    Optional Activities

    • Pirogue excursion with Vezo fishermen
    Landmarks
    Reniala Reserve
    Ifaty Beach
  4. Day 4

    Ifaty

    Ifaty
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Snorkeling in Ankarajelita reserve
    • Scuba diving
    • Fishing
    • Visiting the tortoise village
    Landmarks
    Ifaty Beach
    Ankarajelita Reserve
  5. Day 5

    Ifaty to Ranohira

    Ifaty to Ranohira
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Zombitse National Park to explore endemic plants and animals
    Landmarks
    Zombitse National Park
    Ilakaka
  6. Day 6

    Ranohira

    Ranohira
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Hike in Isalo National Park through Baras tombs, botanical garden, and natural swimming pool
    Landmarks
    Isalo National Park
  7. Day 7

    Ranohira to Ranomafana

    Ranohira to Ranomafana
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Anja Private Park and meet Catta lemurs
    Landmarks
    Anja Private Park
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  8. Day 8

    Ranomafana

    Ranomafana
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Morning walk in Ranomafana National Park (approximately 3 hours)
    • Visit Tanala village

    Optional Activities

    • Swimming at thermal pool
    Landmarks
    Ranomafana National Park
    Tanala Village
  9. Day 9

    Ranomafana to Antsirabe

    Ranomafana to Antsirabe
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Stop in Ambositra to admire local craftsmen
    • Rickshaw tour in Antsirabe
    • Visit workshop transforming zebu horn into decorative objects
    Landmarks
    Ambositra
    Antsirabe
    Itinerary Image 1
  10. Day 10

    Antsirabe to Andasibe

    Antsirabe to Andasibe
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit exotic farm with reptiles, batrachians, and mammals
    • Night walk to discover nocturnal animals
    Landmarks
    Andasibe
  11. Day 11

    Andasibe

    Andasibe
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Analamazaotra Special Reserve to observe Indri indri lemurs
    • Visit private reserve and lemur island
    Landmarks
    Analamazaotra Special Reserve
  12. Day 12

    Andasibe to Ankanin'ny Nofy

    Andasibe to Ankanin'ny Nofy
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Boat cruise through Rasoa Be Lake and Pangalanes channel to Palmarium reserve
    • Nocturnal visit to see Aye aye lemur
    Landmarks
    Manambato
    Rasoa Be Lake
    Pangalanes Channel
    Palmarium Reserve
  13. Day 13

    Ankanin'ny Nofy

    Ankanin'ny Nofy
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Le Palmarium private reserve

    Optional Activities

    • Walk along the channel edge
    • Swimming
    • Visit surrounding villages
    Landmarks
    Le Palmarium Reserve
  14. Day 14

    Ankanin'ny Nofy to Mahambo

    Ankanin'ny Nofy to Mahambo
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch

    Included Activities

    • Boat cruise through Pangalanes channel to Toamasina
    Landmarks
    Pangalanes Channel
    Toamasina
    Itinerary Image 1
  15. Day 15

    Mahambo to Sainte Marie

    Mahambo to Sainte Marie
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Boat transfer to Sainte Marie
    Landmarks
    Sainte Marie Island
    Itinerary Image 1
  16. Days 16 - 18

    Sainte Marie

    Sainte Marie
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Whale safari to observe large mammals (seasonal: July to mid-September)
    • Motorcycle or bike rental to visit Ambodifotatra
    • Day excursion to Nattes Island
    Landmarks
    Ambodifotatra
    Nattes Island
  17. Day 19

    Sainte Marie to Antananarivo

    Sainte Marie to Antananarivo
    Landmarks
    Ivato International Airport
  18. Day 20

    Antananarivo

    Antananarivo
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Ambohimanga
    • City tour of Antananarivo
    • Craft market visit for souvenir shopping
    Landmarks
    Ambohimanga
  19. Day 21

    Antananarivo (Departure)

    Antananarivo (Departure)
    Landmarks
    Ivato International Airport

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