17-Day Highlights of Madagascar

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

Arrival in Antananarivo

You'll be met on arrival at Ivato International Airport by an English-speaking guide and be transferred to Maison Gallieni, a restored colonial mansion with elegant décor in the upper town of Antananarivo. Relax in the pool, enjoy the views of the city or venture out to explore the colourful architecture of Antananarivo, locally known as ‘Tana’.

Main Destination:

Antananarivo (City)

Accommodation:

Maison Gallieni

• Luxury guest house located in Antananarivo (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Transfer to Andasibe-Mantadia National Park

After breakfast, enjoy a scenic four-hour drive to Andasibe-Mantadia National Park, passing vibrant rice fields and traditional redbrick houses. You’ll arrive at the elegant Mantadia Lodge for a two-night, full-board stay amidst the rainforest. This sanctuary is world-renowned for the Indri, the planet’s largest living lemur. This afternoon, visit the Mitsinjo reserve to witness pioneering conservation work and contribute to the local landscape by planting an indigenous tree along their reforestation trail.

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:

Mantadia Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located outside Andasibe-Mantadia NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Andasibe-Mantadia National Park

After breakfast, enjoy a scenic 1.5-hour drive to Mantadia National Park for a full day of discovery. This taller, wilder forest offers a more exclusive feel, providing a sanctuary for rare indri lemurs and exotic birds like the ground roller. Enjoy a picnic lunch by Rianasoa Waterfall before hiking back to the vehicle and returning to the lodge. This evening, join a guided night walk to encounter nocturnal lemurs, completing a day of profound natural immersion in Madagascar's untamed heart.

Main Destination:

Andasibe-Mantadia National Park

Accommodation:

Mantadia Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located outside Andasibe-Mantadia NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Perinet Reserve and Transfer to Antananarivo

Following an early breakfast, join your guide for a morning in the Perinet Reserve, a 180-hectare sanctuary famed for the Indri lemur. Recognized by its distinctive markings and teddy bear face, this remarkable species is found only in the wild. As you walk through the rainforest, keep an eye out for eleven other lemur species, endemic birds like the velvet asity, and a vibrant array of orchids. After a local lunch, you will be driven back to Antananarivo for a restful evening at the elegant Maison Gallieni.

Main Destination:

Antananarivo (City)

Accommodation:

Maison Gallieni

• Luxury guest house located in Antananarivo (City)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

Air Transfer to Isalo National Park

After breakfast, fly to Toliara and begin a scenic four-hour drive to Isalo National Park. You’ll check into Jardin Du Roy for two nights, where the pool overlooks ancient sandstone formations and deep canyons. This landscape, once a sacred burial ground for the Bara people, is home to unique Pachypodium plants and iconic lemurs like the ring-tail. It is a sophisticated base from which to explore one of Madagascar’s most geologically fascinating and culturally rich natural wonders.

Main Destination:

Isalo National Park

Best Time To Visit April to October (Best hiking conditions)

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

Best Weather June to August

Wildlife in Isalo NP

Ring-tailed
Lemur Common

Western
Plated Lizard Common

Verreaux's Sifaka Occasional

Red-fronted
Brown Lemur Occasional

Oustalet's
Chameleon Occasional

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Jewel Chameleon Occasional

Stump-tailed
Chameleon Occasional

Merrem's
Madagascar Swift Occasional

Grey
Mouse Lemur Rare

Red-tailed
Sportive Lemur Rare

Painted
Burrowing Frog Rare

Blue-legged
Mantella Rare

Fossa Very Rare

Madagascar
Tree Boa Very Rare

Accommodation:

Le Jardin du Roy

• Mid-range hotel located just outside Isalo NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Isalo National Park

After breakfast, set out on a full day of guided exploration through the ancient sandstone formations and vast rolling plains of Isalo National Park. This rugged landscape offers a dramatic contrast to the lush east and is home to unique flora like the endemic Aloe. Your guide will tailor the walk to your interests, perhaps leading you through the Canyon des Singes to the emerald Piscine Naturelle rock pool. Along the way, you may encounter ring-tailed lemurs and sifakas, alongside rare bird species such as Benson’s rock-thrush. It is an unhurried day of discovery in one of Madagascar's most visually arresting and geologically diverse regions.

Main Destination:

Isalo National Park

Accommodation:

Le Jardin du Roy

• Mid-range hotel located just outside Isalo NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Zombitse National Park and Transfer to Toliara

After breakfast, enjoy a one-hour drive to Zombitse National Park, a biologically rich transitional forest bridging western and southern habitats. Spend two hours exploring the canopy with your guide; it is a premier destination for birdwatchers, offering a rare opportunity to spot the endemic Appert’s greenbul and the striking giant coua. Afterward, continue your journey south to the coastal Bakuba Lodge. Settle into your boutique bungalow for the evening and spend a quiet afternoon strolling the shoreline or unwinding in the clear waters of the Mozambique Channel.

Main Destination:

Toliara (City)

Accommodation:

Bakuba

• Mid-range lodge located near Toliara (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Return to Tana

Today, fly back to Antananarivo, in order to continue your journey to the South of Madagascar. Upon arrival, a Wayfairer representative will meet you at the airport and transfer you to your nearby hotel, called Relais des Plateaux Hotel & Spa. Spend the afternoon lazing by the pool, or head into Tana to explore.

Main Destination:

Antananarivo (City)

Accommodation:

Relais Des Plateaux

• Mid-range hotel located near Antananarivo (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Fly to Mandrare River Camp

After breakfast, fly to Fort Dauphin and enjoy a local lunch before a scenic four-hour drive to Mandrare River Camp. You’ll settle into a luxury tent for a three-night, all-inclusive stay with stunning river vistas. At dusk, embark on an atmospheric night walk through the Forest of Zenavo; as you wander through the ancient Sacred Spiny Forest, you’ll witness the forest transition as diurnal lemurs settle and nocturnal mouse lemurs and chameleons begin their nightly activity. It is an unhurried and evocative introduction to Madagascar's unique southern wilderness.

Main Destination:

Ifotaka Forest

Best Time To Visit April to November (Less rain and humidity)

High Season July to November (High-season rates apply)

Best Weather April to October

Wildlife in Ifotaka Forest

Ring-tailed
Lemur Abundant

Verreaux's Sifaka Common

Madagascar
Flying Fox Common

Three-eyed
Lizard Common

White-footed
Sportive Lemur Occasional

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Grey
Mouse Lemur Occasional

Grey-brown
Mouse Lemur Occasional

Warty
Chameleon Occasional

Jewel Chameleon Occasional

Big-headed Gecko Occasional

Plated Lizard Occasional

Madagascar
Hissing Cockroach Occasional

Lesser
Hedgehog Tenrec Rare

Mocqard's
Ground Gecko

Rare

Accommodation:

Mandrare River Camp

• Luxury tented camp located just outside Ifotaka Forest

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Explore Mandrare River Camp

After breakfast, cross the Mandrare River to explore the Sacred Gallery Forest, home to inquisitive ring-tailed lemurs and entertaining Verreaux sifaka. Following a relaxed lunch and a dip in the pool, venture into the Sacred Spiny Forest at dusk. Guided by a local tracker, you’ll visit the ancestral tombs of the Antandroy people and learn about their unique customs and the endemic flora that thrives here. Conclude your day with sophisticated sundowners on the riverbanks, perfectly capturing the spirit of the southern highlands.

Main Destination:

Ifotaka Forest

Accommodation:

Mandrare River Camp

• Luxury tented camp located just outside Ifotaka Forest

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Sacred Spiny Forest & Cultural Dancing

Begin your morning with a magical sunrise walk through the Sacred Spiny Forest, watching the light break through octopus trees and spotting endemic birds like the running coua. After a hearty breakfast, visit the local village or market to meet the Antandroy people and discover their traditional crafts. Spend a quiet afternoon on your private terrace overlooking the river before heading to the ancient baobabs for sundowners. As the sun sets, you may be treated to a vibrant performance of traditional Antandroy music and dance, offering a profound and festive connection to the local culture.

Main Destination:

Ifotaka Forest

Accommodation:

Mandrare River Camp

• Luxury tented camp located just outside Ifotaka Forest

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Return to Tana

After your last breakfast at Mandrare River Camp, you will be driven to Fort Dauphin, approximately four hours, in time for your Tsaradia flight back to Tana. Upon arrival, you'll be greeted by a Wayfairer representative and transferred to Relais des Plateaux Hotel & Spa for one night.

Main Destination:

Antananarivo (City)

Accommodation:

Relais Des Plateaux

• Mid-range hotel located near Antananarivo (City)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Fly to Nosy Komba Island in Northern Madagascar

This morning, fly north to Nosy Be and transfer by boat to the beautiful island of Nosy Komba. You’ll check into the four-star Tsara Komba Lodge for a three-night, full-board stay. Nestled between a sapphire sea and a lush volcanic forest, this eco-paradise offers a sophisticated blend of comfortable luxury and ecological commitment. Enjoy refined slow-food cuisine and tailored excursions in an unhurried atmosphere defined by bird song and lapping waves. It is a serene and stylish conclusion to your Madagascar journey, perfectly harmonizing with the island's outstanding biodiversity.

Main Destination:

Nosy Komba

Accommodation:

Tsara Komba Lodge

• Luxury lodge located on Nosy Komba

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Explore Nosy Komba Island

Fill your days with your own selection of activities. The hotel can arrange customised excursions to neighbouring islands, nature reserves, fishing, quad biking, tours around the island, scuba-diving or snorkelling. All these activities are just few minutes away from the hotel for you to admire and explore the sheer beauty of the ocean depths.

Main Destination:

Nosy Komba

Accommodation:

Tsara Komba Lodge

• Luxury lodge located on Nosy Komba

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Fly Back to Tana

This morning you will say goodbye to island living and be transferred by boat back to Nosy Be, in time for your 1.5 hour flight back to Tana. Upon arrival into Tana, your guide will meet you and transfer you to Relais des Plataeux Hotel & Spa for your last night in Madagascar. The afternoon or evening can be spent at leisure, perhaps doing some final souvenir shopping.

Main Destination:

Antananarivo (City)

Accommodation:

Relais Des Plateaux

• Mid-range hotel located near Antananarivo (City)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Departure from Madagascar

Enjoy a final breakfast at Relais des Plateux before transferring to the Ivato International Airport for your international return flight home. Although your incredible highlights of Madagascar holiday has come to an end, we’re sure you’ll leave with many special memories to look back on, and plenty of photos and stories to share back home.

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.