Embark on a journey through Madagascar: from the iconic Baobab Avenue and UNESCO-listed Tsingy de Bemaraha to the lush Andasibe rainforest and the tropical paradise of Sainte Marie Island.
An itinerary that starts in the west, the arid part of Madagascar characterized by red dirt tracks and baobab forests, passing through the Avenue of the Baobabs and the Tsingy de Bemaraha Forest, the only Malagasy park declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Then it heads east to the rainforest of Andasibe, one of the lushest regions in Madagascar, where you will encounter numerous species of lemurs, including the iconic "Indri-Indri," the largest lemur in the world, and the diademed sifaka on an easy trail. There are also various birds, other lemur species, and reptiles. The journey concludes with the stunning island of Sainte Marie, a small island 60 km long and 5 km wide, perfect for exploring, especially by bicycle. Visitors can alternate between days of sun and sea and a visit to the island’s capital, with its colonial-style houses, the pirate cemetery, and the humpback whale watching spots. From Sainte Marie, you can also visit the nearby islet of Île aux Nattes, renowned for its fine sandy beaches.
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D1
ANTANANARIVO
Arrival at Antananarivo airport and overnight stay at the hotel.
D2
ANTANANARIVO – ANTSIRABE
In the morning, after breakfast, departure southward along the famous RN7. The journey takes you through the Malagasy highlands, characterized by rice paddies and typical villages with houses made of red bricks, matching the color of the soil. Upon arrival in Ambatolampy, enjoy a short visit to a family-run artisanal workshop producing pots and pans. Arrive in Antsirabe in time for lunch at a local restaurant. The afternoon is dedicated to exploring Antsirabe, known as the "City of Salt" due to its numerous mineral and thermal water springs. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
D3
ANTSIRABE – MORONDAVA
Morning departure after breakfast towards Morondava, located on the western side of the island. Stop at Miandrivazo, a town by the Tsiribihina River, for lunch. In the afternoon, continue to Morondava, a city overlooking the Mozambique Channel, where you can admire the famous baobab trees. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
D4
MORONDAVA- BEKOPAKA
In the morning, depart on a dirt track heading north, passing through the renowned Avenue of the Baobabs. Continue along 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. Stop in Belo sur Tsiribihina for lunch at one of Madagascar's finest restaurants, Mad Zebu. After lunch, continue towards Bekopaka along a challenging track. Arrive late in Bekopaka after crossing another river, the Manambolo. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
D5
BEKOPAKA
After breakfast, the day is dedicated to visiting the Petits Tsingy and taking a canoe excursion along the Manambolo River to discover various bird species and explore caves. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
D6
BEKOPAKA
The day is dedicated to visiting the Grands Tsingy of Bemaraha, the only Malagasy park declared a UNESCO World Heritage site. It features a dramatic landscape with a sharply rugged limestone massif, creating a "Tsingy" formation, a unique limestone landscape found nowhere else in the world. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
D7
BEKOPAKA- MORONDAVA
After breakfast, we return along the same road towards Morondava, stopping in Belo for lunch. After lunch, we continue on the track and make a stop to admire the "baobab amoureux" (lovers' baobab) before arriving at the magical moment of sunset at the Avenue of the Baobabs. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
D8
MORONDAVA- ANTSIRABE
Departure in the morning after breakfast towards Antsirabe via the same road, with a stop in Miandrivazo for lunch. In the evening, we arrive in Antsirabe.
D9
ANTSIRABE- ANDASIBE
Departure towards the Indian Ocean on the eastern coast, the most lush area of all Madagascar, along the way visiting the Peryeras reserve, where there are various types of reptiles. We arrive in Andasibe in the afternoon. In the evening, we visit the park to observe nocturnal lemurs and chameleons. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.
D10
ANDASIBE
After breakfast, departure for the exploration of Andasibe Park, where we will encounter numerous species of lemurs, including the characteristic "Indri-Indri", the largest lemur in the world, famous for its morning call that echoes throughout the park. In the afternoon, we visit the Vakona Reserve, where it will be possible to observe various types of lemurs up close. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.
D11
ANDASIBE- ANKANIN’NY NOFY
After breakfast, departure to the Manambato pier. We will navigate the Pangalane Canal, a vast network of navigable waterways through tropical vegetation, running parallel to the sea and offering unique tropical landscapes of exceptional beauty, leading us to Ankanin’ny Nofy, literally "The Nest of Dreams." The afternoon will be dedicated to the unforgettable beaches of the Pangalane Canal. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.
D11
ANKANIN'NY NOFY – TAMATAVE
After breakfast, we will visit the Palmarium Reserve, where we will encounter numerous species of lemurs up close. After the park, we will depart by boat on the Pangalane Canal. During the journey, you may encounter many fishermen with their traditional pirogues and several merchants. We will then arrive in Tamatave. In the afternoon, we will take a short tour of the city of Tamatave. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.
D12
TAMATAVE- SOANERANA IVONGO- SAINTE MARIE
Departure early in the morning by car to the port of Soanierana Ivongo, then embarkation and departure for Sainte Marie. After a 2-hour journey, arrival at the port of Sainte Marie and transfer to the hotel. Sainte Marie is an ideal place for those seeking a vacation in close contact with nature. Those who wish can alternate sunny beach days with a visit to the capital, featuring typical colonial houses. Sainte Marie can be reached by boat to the small island of Ile aux Nattes, with its fine sandy beaches. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.
D13-14-15
SAINTE MARIE
Days of relaxation by the sea with activities (snorkeling, pirogue outings, diving)
D16
SAINTE-MARIE – ANTANANARIVO (domestic flight)
SAINTE-MARIE – ANTANANARIVO (domestic flight)
D17
ANTANANARIVO – ITALY
Morning visit to the city of Antananarivo and local craft markets. Transfer to Antananarivo airport for the intercontinental flight.
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