8-Day Highlands to Baobabs

• You'll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Arrival in Antananarivo

Upon arrival at Ivato International Airport, you will be warmly greeted by your private guide. After a short briefing, transfer to your hotel in the capital. Depending on arrival time, you may enjoy a short orientation drive through Antananarivo. Your guide will provide insights into Malagasy culture and the journey ahead. Evening free to rest or enjoy a local dinner.

Main Destination:

Antananarivo (City)

Accommodation:

Le Fred Hotel

• Mid-range hotel located in Antananarivo (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

Queen's Palace and Drive to Antsirabe

After breakfast, visit the historic Queen’s Palace overlooking the city, a landmark of Malagasy heritage. Your guide will share stories of royal traditions and the palace’s turbulent past. Continue south along the RN7, passing rice paddies, rolling hills, and lively roadside villages. Stops will be made for photography and cultural encounters with local artisans. Arrive in Antsirabe in the afternoon and explore its thermal springs and colonial charm.

Main Destination:

Antsirabe (City)

Accommodation:

Le Royal Palace Hotel

• Mid-range hotel located in Antsirabe (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

Antsirabe to Morondava

Begin the long but scenic drive west toward the coastal town of Morondava. The route passes through changing landscapes, from fertile highlands to drier lowland plains. Along the way, enjoy stops in small towns for refreshments and glimpses of local life. Arrive in Morondava by late afternoon and check into your beachfront hotel. Take a relaxing walk along the shore or enjoy the sunset over the Mozambique Channel.

Main Destination:

Morondava (Town)

Accommodation:

Vezo Beach Hotel Morondava

• Mid-range hotel located in Morondava (Town)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

Sunrise at Baobab alley and Kirindy night walk

Depart early to witness the magical sunrise at the Avenue of the Baobabs, a truly iconic Madagascar experience. After breakfast, continue north to Kirindy Reserve and settle into your lodge. In the late afternoon, your guide will lead a nocturnal walk through the dry forest. Search for mouse lemurs, owls, chameleons, and other creatures that thrive at night. The sounds and sights of the forest create an unforgettable atmosphere.

Main Destination:

Kirindy Forest

Best Time To Visit October and November (Fossa mating season)

High Season July, August and December holidays (Many of the trails get busy)

Best Weather May to September

Wildlife in Kirindy Forest

Fossa Common

Verreaux's Sifaka Common

Malagasy
Giant Rat Common

Northern
Bokiboky

Common

Grey
Mouse Lemur Common

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Red-fronted
Brown Lemur Common

Red-tailed
Sportive Lemur Common

Madame Berthe's
Mouse Lemur Occasional

Oustalet's
Chameleon Occasional

Pale Fork-marked
Lemur Occasional

Fat-tailed
Dwarf Lemur Occasional

Coquerel's Giant
Mouse Lemur Rare

Common Tenrec Rare

Madagascar
Ground Boa Rare

Accommodation:

Relais du Kirindy

• Mid-range hotel located just outside Kirindy Forest

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Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

Exploring Kirindy and Sunset at Baobab Alley

Spend the morning on a guided diurnal walk in Kirindy to spot lemurs, birds, and perhaps the elusive fossa. Learn about conservation projects that protect this fragile ecosystem. After lunch and rest, return toward Morondava with a stop at Baobab Alley. Capture the dramatic silhouettes of the baobabs as the sun sets, painting the sky with golden hues. Continue to Morondava for a relaxed evening by the coast.

Main Destination:

Allee Des Baobabs (Highlight)

Accommodation:

Vezo Beach Hotel Morondava

• Mid-range hotel located at Allee Des Baobabs (Highlight)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

Morondava to Antsirabe

After breakfast, begin the return journey inland toward Antsirabe. The drive follows the same route through rural landscapes, with opportunities to pause for photos and refreshments. Notice the contrast between coastal and highland scenery as you ascend once more. Arrive in Antsirabe by late afternoon and check in to your hotel. Evening free to stroll the streets or enjoy a local restaurant.

Main Destination:

Antsirabe (City)

Accommodation:

Le Royal Palace Hotel

• Mid-range hotel located in Antsirabe (City)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

Antsirabe to Antananarivo

Spend the morning at leisure in Antsirabe, with optional activities such as a pousse-pousse ride or visits to gemstone workshops. After lunch, begin the drive back to Antananarivo. Stop on the way for panoramic views and cultural encounters in highland villages. Upon arrival, check into your hotel and prepare for departure. Enjoy a farewell dinner in the capital.

Main Destination:

Antananarivo (City)

Accommodation:

Le Fred Hotel

• Mid-range hotel located in Antananarivo (City)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

Departure from Antananarivo

After breakfast, transfer to Ivato International Airport. Your guide will assist with check-in and departure procedures. If time permits, you may enjoy a final stop for handicraft shopping or a coffee on the way. This marks the end of your “Highlands to Baobabs” adventure. Carry home memories of baobab silhouettes, unique wildlife, and Malagasy hospitality.

Main Destination:

Ivato International Airport (Antananarivo)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.