6-Day Sunset on the Avenue of Baobabs

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

Arrival in Antananarivo

Welcome to Ivato International Airport in Antananarivo.
It is with great pleasure that we welcome you today. We look forward to assisting you throughout your journey.
Your arrival is an important moment for us. We want your experience to be as pleasant as possible from the very beginning. Our team is available to assist you, answer your questions regarding boarding procedures, dining or shopping services, and respond to any other requests. We are committed to providing you with quality service and ensuring you have a pleasant journey. We wish you a pleasant stay.

Main Destination:

Antananarivo (City)

Activities:

• No wildlife-viewing activities on this day

Accommodation:

San Cristobal Boutique Hotel

• Mid-range hotel located in Antananarivo (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Antananarivo - Miandrivazo

Departure in the morning, followed by a journey toward Miandrivazo, passing through mountains, hills, and rice paddies.
Ambatolampy is a small town located between Behenjy and Antsirabe. It is well-known in Madagascar for its artisanal production of aluminum utensils, tools, and decorative items. Antsirabe Railway Station: Built in 1923, this station is no longer in operation, and rail traffic has ceased. Once a landmark of the town, its colonial-style architecture continues to attract many visitors. Antsirabe Cathedral: Also known as Notre-Dame de la Salette, it is located in the town center. This Catholic church was founded in 1908 and consecrated in 1931. You will then check into your hotel for an overnight stay.
Miandrivazo: A town situated between Morondava and Antsirabe, it is considered the hottest place in Madagascar.

Main Destination:

Miandrivazo (Town)

Activities:

• Afternoon nature hike/walk & game drive (normal 4x4 vehicle)

Accommodation:

Soa Lia Hotel

• Mid-range hotel located in Miandrivazo (Town)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Miandrivazo - Kirindy Reserve

You will depart early in the morning, have breakfast on-site, and then continue your journey toward the "capital of the baobabs." Kirindy Forest: The Kirindy Forest is a private nature reserve located north of the town of Morondava. With a high rate of endemism, it is a true gem of western Madagascar and a remnant of the primary dry forest. It is home to the island’s largest mammal: the fosa. The itinerary includes a two-hour visit within the reserve, as well as a two-hour night walk.

Main Destination:

Kirindy Forest

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

High Season July, August and December holidays (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

Activities:

• Morning game drive (normal 4x4 vehicle) & nature hike/walk

Accommodation:

Relais du Kirindy

• Mid-range hotel located just outside Kirindy Forest

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Kirindy Reserve

You will set off early in the morning to visit the Kirindy Forest. With a high rate of endemism, the Kirindy Forest is a true gem of western Madagascar and a remnant of the original dry primary forest. You will spend 4 hours exploring the reserve.
The forest is home to 8 species of lemurs (6 of which are nocturnal), 68 species of birds (including 6 threatened species), 43 reptile taxa comprising 2 species of tortoises, 23 types of lizards, and 17 species of snakes as well as 86 species of ants. Following the visit, you will return to your hotel for lunch. Later, you will take a night walk traveling to a different location (Ankiba Lodge) by minibus for a chance to see nocturnal lemurs. You will spend the night at your hotel.

Main Destination:

Kirindy Forest

Activities:

• Nature hike/walk

Accommodation:

Relais du Kirindy

• Mid-range hotel located just outside Kirindy Forest

Meals & Drinks:

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

Kirindy Reserve - Morondava

After breakfast at your hotel, you will enjoy another morning visit to the reserve. You will discover Ankiba Lodge Marofandilia, nestled in the heart of the Menabe Antimena dry forest and surrounded by majestic baobab trees, just a few kilometers from the legendary Avenue of the Baobabs. Immersed in an enchanting atmosphere, you will find yourself in perfect harmony with the vastness of nature. Here, the "loving Baobabs" two majestic giants entwined together watch over you from the entrance to the lodge. Following lunch, you will set off in the afternoon toward the Avenue of the Baobabs to witness the sunset. You will spend the night in the town of Morondava.

Main Destination:

Allee Des Baobabs (Highlight)

Activities:

• Nature hike/walk

Accommodation:

Baobab Café Morondava

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

Meals & Drinks:

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

Morondava - Antananarivo

You will enjoy a guided tour of Antananarivo’s iconic landmarks. On the agenda for this 12th day, you will discover the Queen’s Palace built around 1610 and situated at the city’s highest point among other highlights.
You will explore the markets and French colonial-era buildings along the Avenue de l’Indépendance, a vibrant hub of daily life and commerce. Later in the day, you will head to the airport. It is time to say goodbye for now to Madagascar, an authentic island and a world apart. What a fantastic adventure!

Main Destination:

Antananarivo (City)

Activities:

• No wildlife-viewing activities on this day

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

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

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