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Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

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

Day 1

Arrival in Antananarivo

Arrival in Antananarivo

Upon arrival at Ivato International Airport, you will proceed through customs and visa formalities, which usually take about one hour. Afterward, you will be warmly welcomed by our representative and transferred to your hotel, where you can relax and recover after your flight, preparing for the adventure ahead.

Main Destination:
Antananarivo (City)
Accommodation:
San Cristobal Boutique Hotel
  • Mid-range hotel located in Antananarivo (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Meals at own expense
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Antananarivo – Andasibe

Antananarivo – Andasibe

Transfer to Andasibe. The road it is a beautiful landscape, composed of small villages, rice paddies, tropical plants and forest.
En-route yoy will stop at a park specializing in Madagascan reptiles and butterflies. You visit the exotic centre of Mr. Pereyras, Marozevo, where you will see chameleon species of Madagascar, butterflies, lizards, snakes and other interesting animals.

Main Destination:
Andasibe-Mantadia National Park
Best Time To Visit April, May, October and November (Best weather, less rain)
High Season July, August and December holidays (The park is busy)
Best Weather April, May, October and November

Wildlife in Andasibe-Mantadia NP

Accommodation:
Relais de Mantadia
  • Mid-range hotel located less than 1hr drive from Andasibe-Mantadia NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

Analamazaotra Reserve, Lemurs Island and Vakona Reserve

Analamazaotra Reserve, Lemurs Island and Vakona Reserve

Today, inside the most famous national park of Madagascar, you will try to find the Diadem sifaka and visit the largest lemur of the Earth, the “normally coloured” Indri.
You just after early breakfast, take an half day trip to visit the reserve of indri or, better known as the Analamazaotra Special Reserve, during which, you will certainly start to see the various species, including the indri, is the largest of the species of lemurs.
In the afternoon, you will get a visit to the lovely private reserve known as the “Island of lemurs”. The lemurs – brown, ruffled, dancing, lemurs galore. After that, you will visit the amazing private reserve Vakona, where you will find many Nile crocodiles.
A Nocturnal Ballet: As dusk falls, venture into the forest with your expert guide to discover a different cast of characters. Watch for the ghostly glow of chameleon eyes and the acrobatic leaps of mouse lemurs in your beam of light.

Main Destination:
Andasibe-Mantadia National Park
Accommodation:
Relais de Mantadia
  • Mid-range hotel located less than 1hr drive from Andasibe-Mantadia NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 4

Andasibe – Palmarium (Ankanin'ny Nofy)

Andasibe – Palmarium (Ankanin'ny Nofy)

After a breakfast you leave the rain forest of Andasibe and continue east. Leaving the highlands behind, you'll travel to the magical Palmarium Reserve (also known as Ankanin'ny Nofy, "the Nest of Dreams"). After arrive to the small village of Manambato - the point at which you join the Pangalanes Canal. After about a 1hr cruise along this intriguing canal, you arrive at the Palmarium Hotel.
In this reserve, you can really leave all your cares behind!

Hidden along the tranquil shores of Lake Ampitabe, the Palmarium Reserve is a dreamlike sanctuary where lush forests meet golden beaches and lemurs roam freely around you. Friendly black-and-white ruffed lemurs, crowned lemurs, and playful Coquerel’s sifakas leap gracefully through the trees, often approaching visitors with charming curiosity. It’s one of the most magical places in Madagascar for close wildlife encounters — serene, intimate, and unforgettable.

Main Destination:
Palmarium Reserve
Best Time To Go August to November (Less rainfall)
High Season July, August and December holidays (It gets very busy)
Best Weather
Accommodation:
Palmarium Hotel
  • Mid-range lodge located inside Palmarium Reserve
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 5

Palmarium (Ankanin'ny Nofy) - The Lemur Lover's Dream

Palmarium (Ankanin'ny Nofy) - The Lemur Lover's Dream

For years, Ankanin’ny Nofy (Palmarium) has been renowned for its exceptionally tame lemurs. Ten species live freely within this private, island-like reserve. After breakfast, enjoy a three-hour forest walk where lemurs come down from the trees to meet you face to face. Curious Coquerel’s sifakas, soft-furred ruffed lemurs, exotic birds, and rare plants create the feeling of a living fairytale, with unforgettable photo opportunities at every step.

In the evening, embark on the legendary Aye-Aye Night Tour. Venture into the darkness to search for Madagascar’s most mysterious nocturnal creature. With glowing eyes, bat-like ears, a squirrel tail, and its unique elongated finger, the Aye-Aye looks like a creature from myth. Witnessing this elusive lemur emerge under moonlight is a rare, thrilling, and truly once-in-a-lifetime experience.

Main Destination:
Palmarium Reserve
Accommodation:
Palmarium Hotel
  • Mid-range lodge located inside Palmarium Reserve
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 6

Palmarium – Antananarivo

Palmarium – Antananarivo

After breakfast, you will depart from the peaceful surroundings of Palmarium and begin your journey back to Antananarivo. Enjoy the scenic transfer by boat and road, passing lush landscapes and local villages along the way. Upon arrival in the capital, you will be transferred to your hotel for a relaxing evening and a comfortable overnight stay, marking the end of your nature-filled adventure.

Main Destination:
Antananarivo (City)
Accommodation:
San Cristobal Boutique Hotel
  • Mid-range hotel located in Antananarivo (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 7

Flight to Mauritius or Home

Flight to Mauritius or Home

You will be transferred to Ivato International Airport in good time for your international departure to Mauritius or back home. Our team will ensure a smooth and comfortable transfer, allowing you to relax and reflect on your journey as you prepare for your onward flight, carrying with you unforgettable memories of Madagascar.

Main Destination:
No major destination visited
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

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

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