12-Day Western Madagascar Mid-Range Grand Crossing

• A transfer from the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Antananarivo - Ampefy

Early departure from Antananarivo heading towards Ampefy.

As a first introduction, you visit Lemurs Park: Discover this incredible reserve dedicated to the protection of lemurs, where you can observe several species in their natural habitat.

You'll visit local craft markets: Along the way, you'll explore local markets in the Itasy region, filled with handmade products, souvenirs, and local specialties.

Discover the Itasy region: Admire the picturesque landscapes, terraced rice fields, and beautiful lakes of this region.

Lunch on site.

In the afternoon, you visit the Analavory Geyser: Observe this impressive natural phenomenon, a unique geyser of its kind.

Visit Lily Waterfall: You'll enjoy a pleasant hike to reach the waterfall and swim in its refreshing waters.

Main Destination:

Antananarivo (City)

Accommodation:

Farihy Hotel

• Mid-range hotel located in Ampefy (Village)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Ampefy - Antsirabe

Early in the morning, just after breakfast, you'll have a departure for a canoe ride on Lake Itasy: Discover enchanting landscapes as you glide over the calm waters of the lake.

Visit the Virgin Islet: You explore this peaceful islet, ideal for relaxation and contemplation.

After these visits, you'll depart for Faratsiho, with a picnic lunch along the way.

Discovery of the Faratsiho landscape: You enjoy breathtaking panoramas along this scenic route.

Discovery of the Kitsamby Valley: You explore this valley, rich in biodiversity and diverse landscapes.

Discovery of Befaritra village: Immerse yourself in the local culture by visiting this charming village.

Your arrival in Antsirabe is around 6:30 PM.

Main Destination:

Antsirabe (City)

Accommodation:

Couleur Cafe

• Mid-range hotel located in Antsirabe (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Antsirabe - Miandrivazo

Your departure from Antsirabe at around 7:30 AM is for a full day of driving, with stops for photos along the way.

Your visit to Lake Tritriva, an impressive natural site known for its shape resembling the map of Madagascar, and its fascinating legends.

Discovery of the Dabolava massif: Admire the mountainous landscapes and the unique vegetation of the region.

Lunch will be along the way.

Arrival in Miandrivazo is around 6:00 PM.

Main Destination:

Miandrivazo (Town)

Accommodation:

Soa Lia Hotel

• Mid-range hotel located in Miandrivazo (Town)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Miandrivazo - Tsiribihina River

You drive to Masiakampy, a typical riverside village and the starting point of a unique adventure.

You board a traditional barge with lunch served on board for a fully immersive experience.

Beginning of a spectacular river descent through wild and unspoiled landscapes, following the rhythm of the river.

Wildlife observation: crocodiles, chameleons, kingfishers, herons, fish eagles, and lemurs.

You'll enjoy a swimming break at the foot of a paradise-like waterfall with turquoise waters, an unforgettable, refreshing moment.

Main Destination:

Tsiribihina (Town)

Accommodation:

Budget camping

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Tsiribihina River

You'll resume the river navigation through cliffs shaped by erosion and forests hosting a unique biodiversity.

You will visit the village of Berevo, a tobacco storage center where traditional drying techniques are still used.

You'll meet the local villagers and discover their way of life in harmony with the river.

You'll set up camp on a vast, isolated sandbank offering exceptional panoramic views over the river.

You will enjoy an evening of traditional dances and songs performed by the villagers around a campfire.

Main Destination:

Miandrivazo (Town)

Accommodation:

Budget camping

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Belo sur Tsiribihina - Bekopaka

The river descent continues towards Belo-sur-Tsiribihina, bringing this wonderful journey to an end. Your arrival is expected in the late morning.

Lunch will be served on board in Belo-sur-Tsiribihina.

Shortly after, you'll depart for a 4-hour off-road drive to Bekopaka.

Crossing by ferry at Bekopaka (approximately 15 minutes).
Your arrival in Bekopaka is around 6:30 PM.

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

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Tsingy of Bemaraha - Small Tsingy

You'll depart from the hotel just after breakfast for the exploration of the Small Tsingy.

Six (06) circuits are open to visitors, with different levels of difficulty. Each circuit has its own unique features, endemism, and biodiversity; they are complementary.

Canoe ride in the Manambolo Gorge (1.5 hours), available in the morning only (caves, Vazimba tombs, and birds).

You'll visit the Small Tsingy (forest canyon, fissures, viewpoints, and Pachypodium garden).

You return to the hotel for lunch.

You'll have a free afternoon to relax or enjoy the hotel’s swimming pool.

Main Destination:

Bemaraha National Park

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

National Parks Tsingy of Bemaraha - Big Tsingy

You'll depart from the hotel at 6:30 AM for a 1-hour off-road drive to reach the Grand Tsingy parking area (a picnic lunch should be ordered at the hotel the day before).

Visit to the Grand Tsingy.

Three (03) circuits are open to visitors, with slightly higher levels of difficulty. Each circuit has its own unique features, endemism, and biodiversity; they are complementary (hiking trails, forest canyon, suspension bridge, viewpoints, fissures, and underground galleries).

You'll return to the hotel after the visit.

Main Destination:

Bemaraha National Park

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

Bekopaka - Kirindy Forest

You'll depart from the hotel around 7:30 AM, taking the track towards Kirindy.

Ferry crossing at Bekopaka (approximately 10 minutes).

Lunch stop will be in Belo-sur-Tsiribihina (lunch is recommended at Madzebu, one of the best restaurants in Madagascar).

Ferry crossing at Belo-sur-Tsiribihina (approximately 45 minutes).

Your arrival in Kirindy is around 3:30 PM.

Around 5:30 PM, you will continue with a 2-hour night visit inside the Kirindy Reserve to encounter various species of nocturnal lemurs and other wildlife.

You'll return to the hotel for dinner.

Main Destination:

Kirindy Forest

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

High Season July and August (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 & dinner (Lunch not included)
• Drinks not included

Kirindy Forest - Morondava

You'll depart at 7:30 AM for a 2-hour daytime visit inside Kirindy Forest to observe diurnal lemurs, birds, reptiles, and the fossa, one of Madagascar’s largest carnivores and a predator of lemurs.

You will return to the hotel after the visit.

Discovery of the Sacred Baobab and visit to Kirindy village for an immersion into local life.

Lunch will be at the hotel before continuing the journey to Morondava.

Along the way, the discovery of the three species of baobabs was made in the Menabe region.

Breathtaking sunset at the Avenue of the Baobabs, under golden light filtering through the trees.

Your arrival in Morondava around 7:30 PM will be an unforgettable memory.

Main Destination:

Kirindy Forest

Accommodation:

Baobab Café Morondava

• Mid-range hotel located in Morondava (Town)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Morondava - Miandrivazo

Half-day at leisure in Morondava: You'll enjoy your free time to relax and appreciate the beautiful beach of Morondava, with its peaceful coastal scenery. You will also have the opportunity to take a city tour to discover Morondava, its lively local market, as well as the Menabe handicraft center, where you can admire local craftsmanship and find unique souvenirs.

You'll depart from Morondava around 1:00 PM, just after lunch, heading towards Miandrivazo.

Main Destination:

Allée Des Baobabs (Highlight)

Accommodation:

Soa Lia Hotel

• Mid-range hotel located in Miandrivazo (Town)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Miandrivazo - Antananarivo

You'll depart from Miandrivazo at around 7:00 AM for a full-day drive towards Antananarivo, with stops for photos along the way.

You'll have a short visit to Antsirabe, known as the “City of Water”: Discover its charming architecture.

Visit local handicraft workshops: You observe the making of miniature objects and the transformation of zebu horn.

Lunch on site.

Your arrival will be in Antananarivo around 6:30 PM.

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.
• A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.