$3,592 pp (USD)
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This Tour Is Offered By
261 Exp
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- Size:
- 5-10 employees (Founded in 2023)
- Tour Types:
- Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
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261 EXP isn’t just another travel agency, we’re a local, passionate, and experienced team committed to delivering authentic and meaningful travel experiences across Madagascar.
Reviews11
FR
8 extraordinary days with 261 Exp!
I spent eight days exploring the fabulous islands of Madagascar with the agency 261 Exp.
Everything was very well organized beforehand. The team is attentive and adapts to your preferences. Once the itinerary is confirmed, a detailed schedule is sent to you with all the details, suggested excursions, timings, and activity options.
For accommodations, the team provides recommendations but also allows you to choose your own. They take care of the bookings for you. A lot is also done during the trip, but the team remains available, flexible, and incredibly responsive; things happen almost without you even realizing it. As for transportation, a fantastic Land Cruiser 4x4 had been reserved, which proved very useful during my stay.
I was fortunate to have a wonderful guide throughout those eight days. Traveling solo, Fano did everything he could to ensure I had a pleasant stay in Madagascar. Thanks to their local knowledge and the agency's organizational skills, I had a smooth and safe trip, filled with laughter but also serious moments. I was able to discover many typical aspects of Madagascar.
Besides the magnificent landscapes, Fano shared many cultural anecdotes, advised me on local cuisine, and told me about traditions as well as the local flora and fauna (something I'm passionate about). When needed, we could stop along the way so I could take photos or admire the scenery.
What I appreciated most was the team's professionalism and their local knowledge. It was thanks to this that, during our visits to the national parks in particular, I was accompanied by excellent local guides!
A special thank you to Fano, who even after our week together, checked in on me and gave me advice as I continued my trip to Madagascar on my own. Few guides take such good care of their clients, and it's thanks to him that I had an extraordinary week!
A huge thank you to Roland, our guide in Isalo National Park! As a ranger myself, I wasn't expecting such a high level of expertise! This half-day was magical; I saw species that few tourists ever see or encounter. He is incredibly kind and shares his passion like no one else!
I highly recommend this agency if you want to discover Madagascar with complete peace of mind. Whether you're traveling with family, solo, or with friends, go for it without hesitation!
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Exceptional service from start to finish!
From the first message we sent, Christina was fast to reply and answered all of our concerns. She gave us all of the relevant information and helped make the booking process simple. The programs offered by Christina were tailored to our liking and she spent time and effort to make sure we got what we wanted on the tour.
On arrival our guide Fano met us at the airport with a smile and helped us change our money. Over the next 9 days of our tour we were treated with the best service we could have asked for. Fano was always on time, ready and prepared to take us on our adventures, he was very good at giving us the information about the places we visited and gave us different options to explore. His local knowledge was invaluable and his driving skill made us feel very safe and comfortable. Our tour included many long journeys by car, but they were always pleasant thanks to Fano. He would tell us all about the local culture and point out interesting things as we passed by. He was always very positive and has a great sense of humour.
Christina was quick to react to a change in circumstances when our departing flight changed. She arranged a driver for us on our last day so we could continue to explore rather than waiting in the airport all day.
To summarise we don’t think it’s possible to find better service as they really went above and beyond. We loved Madagascar so much, we will visit again and we will not hesitate to book with 261 EXP.
Fantastic trip, caring guide
We travelled with 261EXP in July of 2024 on a trip from East to West in Madagascar. It was an amazing trip! We began our planning early in 2024 by communicating with Christina. She was incredibly responsive to our emails and supported us in making some adjustments to the trip to accommodate additional stops for us and to make the trip work for our four year old. She was regularly in contact with us until we arrived in country and were met by our guide Fano. I cannot say enough good things about Fano. He is not only an amazing guide but a truly wonderful person. Our son still talks about his jokes with Fano! Throughout the trip he was attentive and flexible to our needs and always having fun and positive. He embodies joy for his job and country.
We have traveled pretty extensively around the globe and this trip was definitely a favorite. Madagascar is an amazing and beautiful country. Each day we saw new things and learned more. Fano explained what we saw in terms of landscape and also culture to add to our appreciation. He even supported us in taking our son with us to hike Tsingy which is a family experience we will always be grateful for!
We would strongly and without hesitation recommend 261EXP to anyone interested in a trip to Madagascar. You will have one of the best trips you have ever taken!
FR
Incredible trip !
An incredible tailor-made trip organized by 261-Exp in Madagascar !!
A real immersion into wild nature, local encounters, and breathtaking landscapes.
The team knows the terrain inside out — and that makes all the difference in Madagascar, where unexpected twists are just part of the journey!
They handled every situation calmly, efficiently, and with a smile.
Super friendly, always available, and really attentive — we felt supported from start to finish, no stress at all.
Great organization, authentic places to stay, passionate local guides…
A smooth, rich, custom experience. Huge thanks to the whole 261-Exp team 🙏
I totally recommend them!
Amazing 😻 they know what they are doing very professional always there for their clients satisfacti
I had the absolute pleasure of working with 261 EXP for my trip to Madagascar in May 2025, and I can confidently say it was one of the most enriching and seamless travel experiences I’ve ever had.
From the very beginning, the team at 261 EXP demonstrated exceptional professionalism, deep local knowledge, and a genuine passion for showcasing the beauty and diversity of Madagascar. Every detail of the itinerary—from the breathtaking landscapes and wildlife encounters to the handpicked accommodations and warm local guides—was curated with care and precision.
What truly stood out was their ability to balance adventure with comfort. Whether it was tracking lemurs in Andasibe, cruising along the Pangalanes Canal, or relaxing on the pristine beaches of Nosy Be, each moment felt thoughtfully crafted and deeply authentic.
261 EXP not only delivered a flawless trip, but they also helped me connect with the heart and soul of Madagascar. I can’t recommend them highly enough to anyone looking to discover this incredible island in a meaningful and memorable way.
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