12-Day Madagascar Western Wonders River, Tsingy Baobabs

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

Welcome to Madagascar- arrival at Ivato international airport

Upon your arrival at Ivato International Airport, our dedicated team will greet you with genuine Malagasy warmth, ready to accompany you on the very first chapter of your island escape. After completing the arrival formalities, a comfortable private transfer will take you through the lively streets of Antananarivo to your hotel. Settle in, unwind, and let the magic gently unfold this is only the beginning of your beautiful adventure in Madagascar.

Main Destination:

Antananarivo (City)

Accommodation:

Chalet des Roses

• Mid-range hotel located in Antananarivo (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

A journey from Antananarivo to Antsirabe through the heart of Madagascar's Highlands

After breakfast, we will take a short tour of the capital to discover the city of a thousand. Then, we will head towards Antsirabe, crossing the High Plateaus. We will pause for lunch in Behenjy to taste the famous foie gras. After the meal, we will resume our journey to Ambatolampy, known for its foundry workshops, especially for making pots and other aluminum objects. We will then continue to Antsirabe, with an arrival expected by late afternoon.

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

Discover Antsirabe crater lakes, artisan crafts, and scenic highlands

After breakfast, we will embark on a city tour in a rickshaw to appreciate the beauty of Antsirabe. We will explore various craft workshops, including those of gemstone cutters, miniature object makers, and artisans working with zebu horns. In the afternoon, we will visit the famous lakes of Antsirabe, providing a valuable opportunity to discover the surrounding villages.

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

Miandrivazo gateway to the Tsiribihina

After breakfast, we will head west. Located 22 kilometers from Antsirabe, the village of Betafo, typically Merina, is worth a visit. We will continue our journey to arrive in the early evening at the town of Miandrivazo, where, during the royal era, King Radama I awaited his future wife, the daughter of a Sakalava king. Miandrivazo is considered one of the hottest towns in Madagascar.

Main Destination:

Miandrivazo (Town)

Accommodation:

Princesse Tsiribihina Hotel

• Budget hotel located in Miandrivazo (Town)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Embarking on the Tsiribihina, journey begins

After breakfast, we will reach the Masiakampy pier, the starting point for the descent of the Tsiribihina River. The crew of the barge will welcome us, and the cruise will begin late in the morning, covering a distance of about 145 kilometers.
We will have the opportunity to admire magnificent landscapes as we cross vast cultivated plains and the Tsiribihina gorges. We will also make a refreshing stop near a huge waterfall. The night will be spent in a bivouac on a large sandbank.

Main Destination:

Tsiribihina (Town)

Accommodation:

Mid-range camping

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Flowing forward, adventures along the Tsiribihina

After breakfast, we will continue our navigation. The landscapes follow one another: bat, cliffs, majestic kapok trees, rice fields… where we will be accompanied by birds such as herons, whistling ducks, and humpbacked anatids. We will set up the bivouac at the end of the afternoon. In the evening, it will be possible to enjoy village entertainment with Sakalava and Cabosses songs.
Dinner will be served on board the boat, followed by a night under the bivouac.

Main Destination:

Tsiribihina (Town)

Accommodation:

Mid-range camping

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

The Tsiribihina descent concludes in Belo sur Tsiribihina

After breakfast, we will continue our descent, expected to end around noon. We will then be picked up by an off-road vehicle in Belo sur Tsiribihina.
The journey will take between four and five hours to reach the village of Bekopaka, which serves as the starting point for excursions into the Tsingy of Bemaraha.

Main Destination:

Bekopaka (Town)

Accommodation:

Orchidée du Bemaraha Hotel

• Mid-range hotel located in Bekopaka (Town)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Into the stone forest, the Tsingy de Bemaraha expedition

After breakfast, we will head to the banks of the Manambolo River. We will have the opportunity to explore caves and observe the Vazimba tombs, as well as various bird species. The excursion will last about an hour and a half. Afterwards, we will leave Bekopaka to reach the starting point of the Grand Tsingy or Petit Tsingy circuit.
The national park is classified as a UNESCO World Heritage site and is home to 650 recorded plant species.
The Tsingy de Bemaraha forms a spectacular landscape, making this park one of the most unique places in the world.

Main Destination:

Bemaraha National Park

Best Time To Visit May to October (Best hiking weather)

High Season July and August (Some of the trails get busy)

Best Weather July and August

Wildlife in Bemaraha NP

Decken's Sifaka Common

Peter's
Mouse Lemur Common

Western Red
Forest Rat

Common

Leaf-tailed
Geckos Common

Bemaraha
Sportive Lemur Common

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Madagascar
Straw-colored
Fruit Bat Common

Bemaraha
Woolly Lemur

Occasional

Rufous
Brown Lemur Occasional

Fat-tailed
Dwarf Lemur Occasional

Stump-tailed
Chameleon Occasional

Ring-tailed
Mongoose Rare

Madagascar
Ground Boa Rare

Fossa Very Rare

Aye-aye Very Rare

Accommodation:

Orchidée du Bemaraha Hotel

• Mid-range hotel located less than 1hr drive from Bemaraha NP

Meals & Drinks:

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

From limestone peaks to Baobab streets

Early departure from Bekopaka towards Belo sur Tsiribihina. We will cross the Manambolo again by ferry, then the Tsiribihina to reach Morondava. Along the way, we will have the opportunity to admire the sacred baobab, the lovers' baobab, and finally arrive at the magnificent avenue of baobabs, which we can gaze at during sunset. Late arrival in Morondava.

Main Destination:

Allée Des Baobabs (Highlight)

Accommodation:

Baobab Café Morondava

• Mid-range hotel located less than 1hr drive from Allée des Baobabs (Highlight)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Sinking into Serenity in Morondava after the Tsingy

After an exhilarating but exhausting trek through the jagged limestone pinnacles of the Tsingy, waking up in Morondava feels like stepping into a gentle embrace. The town’s laid-back rhythm invites you to slow down, letting the tropical breeze wash away every bit of fatigue.

Main Destination:

Morondava (Town)

Accommodation:

Baobab Café Morondava

• Mid-range hotel located in Morondava (Town)

Meals & Drinks:

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

From baobabs to highlands a journey from Morondava to Antsirabe

After exploring the iconic sights of western Madagascar the Avenue of the Baobabs, and the Tsingy de Bemaraha you depart Morondava early in the morning. The road eastward is long, approximately 10–12 hours, so an early start ensures you reach Antsirabe with daylight. The journey takes you through central Madagascar’s highlands, with dramatic scenery changes:
Dry, baobab-dotted landscapes gradually give way to lush rice paddies and rolling hills.
Small rural villages offer glimpses into local Malagasy life, with roadside markets and artisans selling handicrafts.

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

Final stop a return to Antananarivo

Wrapping up an unforgettable west Madagascar journey, heading to Antananarivo.
From baobab sunsets to Tsingy adventures, every moment was magical.
The wildlife, landscapes, and warm Malagasy hospitality made it truly unforgettable.

Main Destination:

Antananarivo (City)

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.