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14-Day Madagascar Wildlife Discovery

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Discover the eastern primary forest on this 14-day Madagascar tour!

Explore the at Andasibe Mantadia National Park, the amalgamation of Analamazaotra Reserve and Mantadia National Park. You will find the indri indri here, which is the largest lemur of all lemur species and endemic to this forest. You may also spot the black and white ruffed lemur and much more wildlife.

During this two-week tour, you will also visit the Emerald Sea, the Amber Mountain and its falls; the Red Tsingy and the Grey Tsingy in the north will give a complete experience of the Tsingy. Moving on, you'll discover the Ankarana Special Reserve, great for those who love reptiles and bats.

Finally, you'll explore Nosy Be, which is an archipelago known for its snorkelling and diving opportunities. The small islets surrounding the main island are all home to stunning coral reefs and abundant marine life.
Outdoors & Nature
Diving
Adventure
Culture & Arts
Sightseeing
Food & Drink

Itinerary

Day 1

Arrival in Antananarivo

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Arrival in Antananarivo

Today, you'll begin your 14-day Madagascar trip! You will be transferred from the airport to your hotel in Antananarivo to rest after your long journey. Depending on your arrival time, you'll have some free time to enjoy the hotel facilities and explore the city on your own.

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    Accommodation

    Palissandre Hôtel & Spa4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Aéroport International to Le Combava - Hôtels et Restaurants, Antananarivo, Madagascar

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    Destinations

    Antananarivo

Day 2

Travel from Antananarivo to Andasibe via Peyrieras Reptile Reserve

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Travel from Antananarivo to Andasibe via Peyrieras Reptile Reserve

Today, you'll head to Andasibe through the green and luxuriant vegetation of the east. This first step brings us to a very humid part of the country with many forests and lakes. Along the way, you will see the Merina villages in the rocky hills and have some time to stop at the Peyrieras Reptile Reserve. Upon arrival, you'll have time to relax before heading out on an evening walk to spot some wildlife.

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    Accommodation

    Vakona Forest Lodge

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Peyrieras Reptile Reserve

    Vakona Private Reserve

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    Restaurants

    Vakona Forest Lodge

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Antananarivo to Andasibe

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    Meals

    Breakfast and dinner

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    Destinations

    Antananarivo

    Toamasina Province

Day 3

Mantadia National Park & Vakona Private Reserve

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Mantadia National Park & Vakona Private Reserve

After breakfast, you'll transfer to Mantadia National Park. This is now perhaps Madagascar’s best rainforest reserve, offering the chance of close encounters with various lemurs and an opportunity to see some of the island’s highly sought after rarities with many endemic species of lemur, butterflies and birds. In the afternoon, you'll visit the Vakona private reserve which is known as the “island of lemurs”. The reserve is home to 60 groups of lemurs, tenrecs, birds and crocodiles.

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    Accommodation

    Vakona Forest Lodge

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Mantadia National Park

    Vakona Private Reserve

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    Restaurants

    Vakona Forest Lodge

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    Meals

    Breakfast and dinner

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    Destinations

    Toamasina Province

Day 4

Travel from Andasibe to Antananarivo & Explore the City

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Travel from Andasibe to Antananarivo & Explore the City

After breakfast, you'll drive back to the capital city. In the afternoon, you'll embark on a city tour of Antananarivo where you will learn more about the city's culture, tradition and history while seeing some of the most interesting attractions in the area. You'll visit the Madagascar museum of photography, Andafiavaratra Palace and the Rova of Manjakamiadana.

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    Accommodation

    Le Louvre Hôtel & Spa4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Madagascar Museum of Photography

    Andafiavaratra Palace

    Rova of Manjakamiadana

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Andasibe to Antananarivo

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Toamasina Province

    Antananarivo

Day 5

Fly from Antananarivo to Diego Suarez & City Tour of Diego

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Fly from Antananarivo to Diego Suarez & City Tour of Diego

Today, you'll transfer to the airport to take the flight to Diego Suarez, located in the north of Madagascar. Upon arrival, you'll meet your driver-guide and start a tour of Diego. This town has its interest in another colonial history; this is where one of the major harbours in Madagascar is, which made it the perfect place to make a military base. The bay of Diego is said to be one of the most beautiful bays in Madagascar, and maybe in the whole of Africa.

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    Accommodation

    Mantasaly Kitesurf Resort4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Salt Company

    Tropical Garden

    Joffre Square

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    Restaurants

    Bois Rond Restaurant

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Le Louvre Hôtel & Spa to Aéroport International

    Plane from Ivato International Airport to AntisirananaOptional Activity

    Private Driver from Antisiranana to Antisiranana

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    Meals

    Breakfast, lunch and dinner

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    Destinations

    Antananarivo

    Antisiranana

    Toamasina

    Antsiranana Province

Day 6

Snorkelling in the Emerald Sea

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Snorkelling in the Emerald Sea

Today is dedicated to snorkelling in the Emerald Sea, a huge lagoon as a natural aquarium. Whether you are looking to relax on the beach, go swimming or snorkelling, you will be able to explore this fascinating aquatic wonder. Due to its water’s shallow depth and its sandy bottom, this small inner sea has a beautiful turquoise blue tint. Despite its beauty, the white sandy beaches remain uncrowded. You will enjoy a picnic on the beach during the tour.

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    Accommodation

    Mantasaly Kitesurf Resort4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Emerald Sea Snorkeling

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    Restaurants

    Bois Rond Restaurant

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    Meals

    Breakfast, lunch and dinner

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    Destinations

    Antsiranana Province

    Madagascar

Day 7

Explore the Amber Mountain National Park

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Explore the Amber Mountain National Park

This morning, you'll pack up and travel to your next destination. En route, you'll visit Amber Mountain National Park. With an important rainfall pattern, the flora is very rich, hence its great ecological attraction. The visit allows you to appreciate various forms of vegetation; canarium, ficus, orchids and ferns, the list goes on! The park also contains other surprises as it shelters many lemurs, birds and chameleons. You'll also discover the 80-metre-high waterfall and several crater lakes.

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    Accommodation

    The Litchi Tree3 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Amber Mountain National Park

    Fontenay Private Reserve

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    Restaurants

    The Litchi Tree

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Mantasaly Kitesurf Resort**** Madagascar to The Litchi Tree

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    Meals

    Breakfast and dinner

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    Destinations

    Antsiranana Province

    Joffreville

Day 8

Head to Ankarana East & Visit the Red Tsingy

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Head to Ankarana East & Visit the Red Tsingy

Today, you'll hit the road towards the eastern part of Ankarana Reserve, Mahamasina. Shaped by the wind and the rain, the red Tsingys are unique in Madagascar and different from the sharp monoliths such as the grey tsingy. The Red Tsingy are whimsical and short-lived formations to discover. They certainly make the most beautiful pictures of your journey. In the evening, you'll take a stroll into the private reserve before dinner.

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    Accommodation

    Ankarana Lodge3 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Tsingy Rouge

    Ankarana Lodge Private Reserve

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Tsingy Rouge to Ankarana Lodge

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    Meals

    Breakfast and dinner

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    Destinations

    Joffreville

    Antsiranana Province

Day 9

Travel to Iharana & Visit Ankarana Reserve

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Travel to Iharana & Visit Ankarana Reserve

Today, you'll head into the reserve where you can admire the sacred cave of bats, the 'lost river' or the Tsingy. In Ankarana Reserve, you'll discover the flora and fauna endemic to Madagascar, including various species of lemurs, birds, Euphorbia, Pachipodium and cacti. In the afternoon, the journey continues to the western part of Ankarana Massif and Iharana. In the evening, you'll take a nocturnal walk around the bush camp.

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    Accommodation

    Iharana Bush Camp4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Ankarana Reserve

    Iharana Bush Camp Nocturnal Walk

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    Restaurants

    Iharana Bush Camp

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Ankarana Lodge to Ankarana Reserve

    Private Driver from Ankarana Reserve to Iharana Bush Camp

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    Meals

    Breakfast and dinner

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    Destinations

    Antsiranana Province

    Antisiranana

Day 10

Discover the Tsingy & Caves of Iharana

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Discover the Tsingy & Caves of Iharana

This morning, you'll have the chance to try abseiling and then you'll visit Mandresy Cave to hopefully encounter the famous flying fox of Madagascar. You'll then continue towards the top of the massif. The panoramic view will be worth the effort. Then, you'll hike inside the massif of the Tsingy, and discover the flora and fauna, such as lemurs, various species of insects and reptiles and various endemic plants some of which are close to the cacti family.

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    Accommodation

    Iharana Bush Camp4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Abseiling the Andranomiditra

    Mandresy Cave

    Tsingy in Iharana

    Laka Canoe and Birdwatching

    Iharana Bush Camp Nocturnal Walk

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    Restaurants

    Iharana Bush Camp

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    Meals

    Breakfast and dinner

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    Destinations

    Antisiranana

    Toamasina Province

    Antsiranana Province

Day 11

Travel to Nosy Be via Ambanja Plantations

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Travel to Nosy Be via Ambanja Plantations

This morning, you'll transfer to Ankify port. On the way, there is a possibility to visit some plantations in the region of Ambanja and the Sambirano Valley, better known for its coffee plantations, as well as cocoa and Ylang-Ylang, to name but a few. When you arrive the port, you'll board a speedboat and transfer to Nosy Be Island. Once you are checked in to the hotel, you'll have the afternoon free to spend as you wish.

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    Accommodation

    Manga Soa Lodge4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Ambanja PlantationsOptional Activity

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    Restaurants

    Manga Soa Lodge

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Iharana Bush Camp to Ankify Harbor

    Boat from Ankify Harbor to Hell-Ville

    Private Driver from Hell-Ville to Manga Soa Lodge

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    Meals

    Breakfast and dinner

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    Destinations

    Antisiranana

    Ambanja

    Madagascar

Day 12

Snorkeling in Nosy Tanikely & Nosy Sakatia

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Snorkeling in Nosy Tanikely & Nosy Sakatia

Today, you'll dive into two islands' waters, the marine reserve in Nosy Tanikely and then, you'll continue to Nosy Sakatia. You'll snorkel around the islands with huge green turtles swimming slowly along the seabed. After a picnic lunch, you will have the opportunity to discover the island with a visit to the fishermen village or by enjoying a one-hour walk to the inside of the island. In the afternoon, you'll return to your lodge for dinner.

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    Accommodation

    Manga Soa Lodge4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Snorkelling in Nosy SakatiaOptional Activity

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    Restaurants

    Manga Soa Lodge

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    Transportations

    Boat from Madirokely to Manga Soa Lodge

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    Meals

    Breakfast, lunch and dinner

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    Destinations

    Madagascar

    Antsiranana Province

Day 13

Explore the Lokobe Reserve

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Explore the  Lokobe Reserve

This morning, you'll leave the hotel ready to explore the Lokobe Reserve. You'll be driven to the reserve to begin your adventure. Once there, you'll walk through dense vegetation during which you can see lemurs such as Maki Macaco, chameleons, boas and birds. This is the only protected area on the island and is a fascinating area where you will have the chance to spot the huge panther chameleon.

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    Accommodation

    Manga Soa Lodge4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Lokobe Reserve

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    Restaurants

    Manga Soa Lodge

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    Meals

    Breakfast, lunch and dinner

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    Destinations

    Madagascar

    Antsiranana Province

Day 14

Fly from Nosy Be to Antananarivo & Departure

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Fly from Nosy Be to Antananarivo & Departure

In the morning, you'll fly back to the capital city. Then, you'll visit Lemur Park where the lemurs are generally tame and not caged. Some of them wander freely all over the place. You'll also discover a few of Madagascar’s medicinal plants during the guided visit. Finally, you'll visit the crafts markets or enjoy a workshop before catching your flight.

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    Activities

    Lemur Park

    Crafts Market

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Manga Soa Lodge to Fascene Airport

    Plane from Fascene Airport to Ivato International Airport, Antananarivo, MadagascarOptional Activity

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Madagascar

    Antananarivo Province

    Antananarivo

Included in Price

  • 13 nights accommodation
  • 25 activities
  • 13 breakfasts, 4 lunches and 11 dinners
  • Airport transfer
  • Ground transportation

Not Included in Price

  • Alcohol beverages
  • Domestic flights
  • Entrance fees
  • Entry visas / airport departure tax
  • Gratuities
  • International flights
  • Laundry
  • Licensed English speaking guides
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Trekking permits
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