GRAND SOUTH TOUR OF MADAGASCAR FOR ADVENTURE LOVERS (Tsingy, baobabs, sea, parks)

Program

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  D1

  ANTANANARIVO

  Arrival at Antananarivo airport, overnight stay at the hotel.

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  D2

  ANTANANARIVO - ANTSIRABE

  In the morning, after breakfast, departure southward along the famous RN7. The journey passes through the Malagasy highlands, characterized by rice paddies and typical villages with houses made of red bricks matching the color of the earth. Upon arrival in Ambatolampy, a brief visit to a family-run artisanal workshop producing pots and pans. Arrival in Antsirabe in time for lunch at a local restaurant. The afternoon is dedicated to exploring the city of Antsirabe, known as the "City of Salt" due to its various mineral and thermal water springs. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.

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  D3

  ANTSIRABE – MORONDAVA

  Departure in the morning after breakfast towards Morondava, located on the western side of the island. Stop in Miandrivazo, a town by the Tsiribihina River, for lunch. In the afternoon, continue to Morondava, a city overlooking the Mozambique Channel, where we will admire the famous baobab trees. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.

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  D4

  MORONDAVA- BEKOPAKA

  In the morning, departure on a trail heading north, passing through the famous Avenue of the Baobabs. We will then continue on the track to the first ferry crossing at Belo sur Tsiribihina, where we will cross one of the largest rivers on the island's west coast using a motorized barge. We will stop in Belo sur Tsiribihina for lunch at one of Madagascar's finest restaurants, called "Mad Zebu". After lunch, the journey continues to Bekopaka, with the trail worsening as we progress. We will arrive late in Bekopaka after crossing another river, the Manambolo. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.

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  D5

  BEKOPAKA

  First day dedicated to visiting the Small Tsingy and a canoe excursion along the Manambolo River to discover various bird species and explore the caves. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.

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  D6

  BEKOPAKA

  Day dedicated to visiting the Great Tsingy of Bemaraha, the only Malagasy park designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This karst landscape features a sharply eroded limestone massif forming a unique "Tsingy," a one-of-a-kind geological formation. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.

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  D7

  BEKOPAKA- MORONDAVA

  After breakfast, we return along the same road towards Morondava, stopping in Belo for lunch. After lunch, we continue on the trail, pausing to admire the "Lover's Baobab," and arrive at the magical moment of sunset at the Avenue of the Baobabs. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.

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  D8

  MORONDAVA- BELO SUR

  After breakfast, departure heading south towards Belo sur Mer. After traveling 80 km, we will arrive at Belo sur Mer, a fishing village south of Morondava. Along the way, we will admire beautiful white sandy beaches and an emerald sea. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.

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  D9

  BELO SUR MER

  Days of relaxation by the sea with free activities (snorkeling, canoe excursions, diving).

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  D10

  BELO SUR MER- MOROMBE

  After breakfast, the journey continues south towards Morombe, following the sandy track and crossing the Mangoky River with a motorized ferry. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.

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  D11

  MOROMBE- AMBATOMILO

  After breakfast, departure heading further south towards Ambatomilo. Traveling 60 km along the sandy track, we will admire numerous dwarf baobabs and pass through the spiny forest leading to Ambatomilo. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.

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  D12-13-14

  AMBATOMILO

  Day dedicated to rest on the coast of the Mozambique Channel, including a canoe sailing lesson and lunch at a restaurant in the Vezo village. (Snorkeling, canoe trips, diving)

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  D15

  AMBATOMILO- MANGILY

  After breakfast, departure south on the sandy track that will take us to Mangily. In the afternoon, visit the spiny forest by cart, the last opportunity to admire numerous baobabs. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.

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  D16

  MANGILY- ISALO

  After breakfast, we leave the coast to return to the interior of Madagascar via the RN7 route. We will stop to visit the open-pit sapphire mines in Ilakaka. We will arrive in Isalo in the early afternoon. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.

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  D17

  ISALO

  Breakfast. The day is dedicated to visiting the Isalo National Park through the magnificent Namazaha tour, with a stop at the natural pool formed by a small stream that flows from the rocks, surrounded by aquatic plants such as Pandanus and lush palm trees (5-6 hours of trekking). The flora and fauna are enchanting. Nature could not have chosen a better place than Isalo to showcase the grandeur and richness of Madagascar's landscape. A plausible witness to the drift of the continents, this rock landscape is one of the most beautiful in Madagascar, dating back to the Jurassic period with its gorges sculpted over generations by deep canyons, such as the Maki Canyon and the Topi Canyon, creating strange and unique settings. Numerous hikes are available in Isalo, also known by the Malagasy as the "Malagasy Colorado",  which can be pedestrian or easily interpreted. Lunch will be provided during the hike, and after lunch, you can take a dip in the three stunning natural pools. In the late afternoon, meet at the "Window of Isalo" for a breathtaking sunset view from this unusual rock formation.

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  D18

  ISALO- RANOMAFANA

  After breakfast, departure towards the Ranomafana rainforest, with a stop to visit the stunning Anja Park, a community-managed park located at the base of three enormous rocky complexes that are home to populations of ring-tailed lemurs. We will arrive in Ranomafana in the afternoon. In the evening, we will visit the park to observe nocturnal lemurs and chameleons. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.

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  D19

  RANOMAFANA- AMBOSITRA

  In the morning, the day is dedicated to visiting the Ranomafana rainforest park, rich in vegetation and various species of lemurs. A 3-hour walk will allow you to observe some endemic plants in the park. In the afternoon, we will reach the city of Ambositra and visit artisan workshops specializing in wood carving. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
  

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  D20

  AMBOSITRA- ANTANANARIVO

  After breakfast, departure for Antananarivo, the last part of the highlands. We arrive in Antananarivo and visit the artisan markets. Transfer to Antananarivo airport for the intercontinental flight.