Ankarana Special Reserve Best Time To Visit
Philip is the author of the Insight Guide to Madagascar.
The Dry season months, from May to October, plus November, offer the best conditions for a visit. The Wet season is more challenging as it is hot with high humidity and heavy downpours can interfere with activities. The west of the reserve tends to become inaccessible during the Wet season months and due to risk of flooding, some of the caves can’t be visited at this time either.
May to October Dry Season – Winter
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It rains only a little and the forest paths are dry
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Hiking is easier in cooler, less-humid conditions
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All caves are accessible
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Lemurs can be found throughout the year
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Reptiles and amphibians are less active from June to September
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The park gets very busy in July and August
November to April Wet Season – Summer
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Lemurs are more active
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Low season means less people and lower rates
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Orchids bloom from October to December
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September to December are the best bird-watching months
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Lots of rain and high humidity
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Some lodges are closed from December to March
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Some caves are not safe to visit
Best Time To Go by Major Park
- Amber Mountain NP
- Andasibe-Mantadia NP
- Ankarana Special Reserve
- Bemaraha National Park
- Ifotaka Community Forest
- Isalo National Park
- Masoala National Park
- Ranomafana National Park
- Sainte Luce Reserve