12-Day Madagascar Rainforests, Tsingy & Nosy Be Escape

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

Arrival in Antananarivo

Arrival at Ivato International Airport in Antananarivo where you will be welcomed by your guide or a representative from our team and transferred to your hotel. Depending on your arrival time, you may relax after your international flight or enjoy a short introduction to the Malagasy capital, a lively city built across a series of hills and surrounded by rice terraces.

Main Destination:

Antananarivo (City)

Accommodation:

Au Bois Vert Hotel

• Mid-range hotel located in Antananarivo (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Meals at own expense
• Drinks not included

Tana-Andasibe National Park

After breakfast, departure by road towards Andasibe-Mantadia National Park, located in Madagascar’s eastern rainforest region. The drive takes approximately 4 to 5 hours through scenic highland landscapes, traditional villages, waterfalls, and eucalyptus forests before reaching the lush tropical rainforest of Andasibe.

Upon arrival and check-in at your lodge, an afternoon visit of the Analamazaotra Special Reserve will introduce you to Madagascar’s unique rainforest ecosystem. The reserve is especially famous for the Indri Indri, the largest living lemur species, known for its haunting calls echoing through the forest.

In the evening, a guided nocturnal walk offers the opportunity to discover Madagascar’s fascinating nocturnal wildlife including mouse lemurs, leaf-tailed geckos, frogs, and sleeping chameleons hidden among the vegetation.

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

Indri Common

Common
Brown Lemur Common

Other
Chameleons Common

Leaf-tailed
Geckos Common

Diademed Sifaka Occasional

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Red-bellied
Lemur Occasional

Grey
Bamboo Lemur Occasional

Mouse Lemurs Occasional

Sportive Lemurs Occasional

Parson's
Chameleon Occasional

Painted Mantella Occasional

Black-and-white
Ruffed Lemur Rare

Madagascar
Tree Boa Rare

Fossa Very Rare

Accommodation:

Vakona Forest Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Andasibe-Mantadia NP

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Andasibe National Park

Today is fully dedicated to the exploration of Andasibe-Mantadia National Park, one of Madagascar’s most famous wildlife destinations.

Accompanied by a specialist local guide, you will walk through the dense rainforest searching for lemurs including Indri Indri, common brown lemurs, bamboo lemurs, and possibly diademed sifakas. The forest is also exceptionally rich in endemic birds, reptiles, amphibians, orchids, and medicinal plants.

The rainforest atmosphere, giant tree ferns, moss-covered trees, and constant sounds of wildlife make Andasibe one of the most rewarding nature experiences in Madagascar.

The afternoon is free to relax at the lodge or enjoy optional activities nearby.

Main Destination:

Andasibe-Mantadia National Park

Accommodation:

Vakona Forest Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Andasibe-Mantadia NP

Meals & Drinks:

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

Andasibe-Tana

After breakfast, departure for a visit to Maromizaha Reserve, a remarkable primary rainforest reserve located close to Andasibe. Less visited than the main national park, Maromizaha offers a more intimate and authentic rainforest experience with outstanding biodiversity.

The reserve is highly appreciated by wildlife enthusiasts and researchers due to its excellent concentration of endemic species. During your guided walk, you may encounter several species of lemurs, endemic birds, frogs, and reptiles while exploring pristine rainforest crossed by streams and covered with lush vegetation.

After the visit and lunch, departure by road back to Antananarivo.

Main Destination:

Antananarivo (City)

Accommodation:

Au Bois Vert Hotel

• Mid-range hotel located in Antananarivo (City)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Fly to Antsiranana-Montagne d'Ambre

Early transfer to the airport for your domestic flight to Antsiranana (Diego Suarez), located in the far north of Madagascar. Upon arrival, departure directly towards Montagne d’Ambre National Park.

This beautiful volcanic rainforest park is known for its cool climate, waterfalls, crater lakes, and exceptional biodiversity. During your guided walk through the rainforest, you may encounter crowned lemurs, Sanford’s brown lemurs, colorful chameleons, geckos, endemic birds, and many unique plant species.

The dense tropical forest and volcanic scenery provide a striking contrast to the dry landscapes of northern Madagascar surrounding the massif.

Driving time: approximately 1.5 hours from the airport.

Main Destination:

Amber Mountain National Park

Best Time To Visit April, May, October and November (Animals active, less rain)

High Season July, August and December holidays (The park is busy)

Best Weather April to November

Wildlife in Amber Mountain NP

Sanford's
Brown Lemur Common

Crowned Lemur Common

Mount d'Ambre
Leaf Chameleon Common

Panther
Chameleon Common

Leaf-tailed Geckos Common

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Amber Mountain
Chameleon Occasional

Ring-tailed
Mongoose Occasional

Madagascar
Tree Boa Occasional

Mouse Lemurs Occasional

Frogs Occasional

Madagascar
Giant Day Gecko Occasional

Falanouc Rare

Amber Mountain
Fork-marked Lemur

Rare

Fossa Very Rare

Accommodation:

Nature Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Amber Mountain NP

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Montagne d'Ambre -Ankarana

After breakfast, continuation of your exploration of Montagne d’Ambre National Park with additional wildlife observation and rainforest walks.

Later in the day, departure south towards Ankarana National Park. On the way, stop at the spectacular Tsingy Rouge, a fascinating geological site formed by erosion and famous for its impressive red sandstone pinnacles and unique landscape.

The journey then continues through northern Madagascar’s dry landscapes towards Ankarana.

Driving time: approximately 6–7 hours including visits and stops.

Main Destination:

Ankarana Special Reserve

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

High Season July, August and December holidays (The park is busy)

Best Weather April to November

Wildlife in Ankarana SR

Crowned Lemur Common

Sanford’s
Brown Lemur Common

Panther
Chameleon Common

Oustalet’s
Chameleon Common

Leaf-tailed Geckos Common

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Madagascar
Free-tailed Bat

Common

Ring-tailed
Mongoose Occasional

Ankarana
Sportive Lemur Occasional

Giant Day Gecko Occasional

Fossa Occasional

Nile Crocodile Rare

Madagascar
Ground Boa Rare

Tenrecs Rare

Spotted Fanaloka Very Rare

Accommodation:

Kozobe Hotel

• Mid-range hotel located in Ambilobe (Town)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Ankarana National Park

Full day dedicated to the exploration of Ankarana National Park, one of Madagascar’s most spectacular geological reserves.

The park is famous for its tsingy formations — dramatic limestone pinnacles creating a labyrinth of sharp rocks, caves, canyons, underground rivers, and dry forests. Guided hikes through the reserve offer opportunities to discover crowned lemurs, Sanford’s brown lemurs, bats, reptiles, and numerous endemic birds.

Several viewpoints and suspension bridges provide breathtaking panoramic scenery over the limestone massif and surrounding forest.

Main Destination:

Ankarana Special Reserve

Accommodation:

Kozobe Hotel

• Mid-range hotel located in Ambilobe (Town)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Ankarana-Nosy Be

After breakfast, departure by road towards Ankify, the seaport connecting mainland Madagascar to the island of Nosy Be.

The drive passes through dry forests, cocoa plantations, ylang-ylang plantations, and tropical landscapes typical of the Sambirano region. Upon arrival at Ankify, transfer by speedboat to Nosy Be.

Nosy Be is Madagascar’s most famous island destination, known for its tropical beaches, turquoise waters, coral reefs, and relaxed atmosphere.

Arrival and transfer to your beachfront hotel.

Main Destination:

Nosy Be

Accommodation:

Nosy Be Hotel

• Luxury hotel located on Nosy Be

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Nosy Be

These three days are dedicated to relaxation and discovery on the tropical island of Nosy Be, Madagascar’s most famous beach destination. Surrounded by turquoise waters and beautiful beaches, Nosy Be offers the perfect conclusion to your Madagascar adventure after exploring the country’s rainforests and national parks.

During your stay, you may simply relax by the beach and enjoy the peaceful island atmosphere or participate in a variety of optional excursions and activities. Popular activities include snorkeling and diving among colorful coral reefs, island hopping excursions to nearby islands such as Nosy Komba and Nosy Tanikely, whale shark excursions depending on the season, sunset cruises, or visits to tropical plantations and local markets.

Nosy Be is also known for its warm climate, spectacular sunsets, rich marine biodiversity, and relaxed ambiance, making it an ideal destination for both adventure and relaxation.

Main Destination:

Nosy Be

Accommodation:

Nosy Be Hotel

• Luxury hotel located on Nosy Be

Meals & Drinks:

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

Departure

Depending on your international flight schedule, transfer to Fascene International Airport in Nosy Be for your departure flight.

Main Destination:

No major destination visited

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.