Madagascar Nature Odyssey
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Safari; Adventure; Sightseeing; Adventure Travel; Sightseeing tour; excursions; Antananarivo; Ft. Dauphin; Berenty Reserve; Antsirabe; Ranomafana National Park; Isalo National Park; Madagascar Travel; Madagascar Tour;
Since 1989 we have delighted in helping travelers explore Madagascar. This remote, unique, and exotic island is richer in indigenous flora and fauna than any other country in the world. The natural history of Madagascar is threatened, but you will see the very best remaining natural areas in the company ...
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- Trip Length:
- 13 days
- Price Range:
- From $3415 to $3950 (2-3 pax: $3,950 4-7 pax: $3,415 8-10 pax: $3,175.) per person See what this includes and what this excludes
- Best Time to Go:
- Any time.
- Recommended for:
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15 - 17, 18 - 20, 25 - 30, 31 - 35, 36 - 40, 41 - 50, 51 - 55
Family Trip, Group Retreat, Trip Around the World
Detailed Trip Description
Since 1989 we have delighted in helping travelers explore Madagascar. This remote, unique, and exotic island is richer in indigenous flora and fauna than any other country in the world. The natural history of Madagascar is threatened, but you will see the very best remaining natural areas in the company of a superb naturalist guide.
Trip Itinerary
Day 1 - Antananarivo
Arrive in Antananarivo.
Hotel
Arrive in Antananarivo (Tana-the City of a Thousand Warriors). You will be met upon arrival and transferred to the Hotel Relais des Plateaux (or similar) for your overnight.
Sightseeing
If time permits, spend the afternoon at the Tana Lemur Park. Meals: Dinner.
Day 2 - Antsirabe
Tana / Antsirabe.
Museums
After breakfast, take a tour of Tana and visit the Andafiavaratra Museum.
Private Car Service
Drive to Antsirabe with a stop for lunch and places of interest along the way.
Hotel
Arrive in Antsirabe and transfer to the Hotel des Thermes, or similar, for you dinner and overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Day 3 - Antsirabe
Antsirabe / Ambositra / Ranomafana.
Sightseeing
After breakfast, take a tour of Ansirabe and the surrounding area before driving to Ranomafana. This highland area is characterized by its very attractive architecture. The houses are made with ornately carved wooden balconies and shutters with bright colors.
Sightseeing
You will also pass the 'col de tapia,' a type of tree which is resistant to bush-fire.
Performing Arts
Stop at Ambositra to visit some of the woodcarving shops, and at Ambohimahasoa for lunch and an animated folkloric dance.
Hotel
Overnight, for two nights, at the Hotel Centrest (or similar). Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Day 4 - Madagascar
Ranomafana National Park.
National Parks
Enjoy a full morning visit of Ranomafana National Park, home to 12 species of lemurs including the newly discovered Golden Bamboo lemurs. The park also has interesting populations of birds, frogs, chameleons, and orchids.
Food and Dining
Return to the hotel for lunch.
Museums
In the afternoon, take a swim in the thermal swimming pool and visit the park museum.
Adventure
In the evening, take a night walk through the forest in search of the mouse lemur, eastern avahi, and the striped civet cat.
Hotel
Return to the Hotel Centrest (or similar) for your overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Day 5 - Fianarantsoa
Fianarantsoa/Ambalavao/Ranohira/Isalo.
Private Car Service
After breakfast, continue your drive southward toward Isalo.
Shopping
Stop in Fianarantsoa for a little shopping and a picnic lunch. They also have a bank and post office, if needed.
Sightseeing
Next you will make a stop in Ambalavao to visit the Antemoro Paper Factory. By sunset, you will arrive at the village of Ranohira.
Hotel
Dinner and overnight at the Hotel Relais de la Reine (or similar). Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Day 6 - Madagascar
Isalo National Park.
National Parks
Spend the morning in Isalo National Park.
Hiking
Trek to Namazaha to see the canyons, Piscine Noire, Piscine Bleue, and Cascade. Continue your walk to la Piscine Naturelle (natural swimming pool), for a picnic in the park. Note: We recommend good walking-boots for this hike.
Sightseeing
Return to the village and visit the Interpretation Center, where you learn more about the Massif of Isalo: its geology, history, flora and fauna. End the day by driving to ‘Fenêtre de l’Isalo’ for a beautiful sunset.
Hotel
Return to the Hotel Relais de la Reine (or similar). Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Day 7 - Tulear
Sightseeing
Today’s drive will bring you new scenery, as you travel among the dry and spiny forests of the south.
Food and Dining
Enjoy lunch at the Hotel Victory, before a tour of the botanical gardens, with hundreds of endemic plants of Madagascar.
Sightseeing
Take a tour of Tuléar and the sea shell market.
Hotel
Return to the Hotel Victory (or similar) for your dinner and overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Day 8 - Fort Dauphin
Ft. Dauphin / Berenty Reserve.
Commercial Flight
Fly from Tuléar to Ft. Dauphin.
Private Car Service
From here, you will depart overland on a two hour scenic drive to Berenty, a unique private nature sanctuary in the extreme southeast of Madagascar. Berenty is located at the end of a vast mountain range near many tropical beaches.
Sightseeing
Here, you will spend time exploring the Berenty Reserve, looking for lemurs and other wildlife with an experienced guide.
Adventure
You will also have the opportunity for an evening walk through the reserve in search of some of the nocturnal wildlife.
Hotel
Overnight, for two nights, at the Berenty Lodge (or similar). Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Day 9 - Madagascar
Berenty Reserve.
Safari
Spend another full day at the Berenty Reserve. You will probably see at least three species of lemurs, including the popular ring-tailed lemurs, cuddly and comical sifakas, and brown lemurs. This should rank among your best wildlife experiences ever. There are about 56 species of resident birds, including the large Madagascar buzzard.
Museums
You may also visit the local museum. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Day 10 - Madagascar
Tana / Perinet.
Commercial Flight
Return to Ft. Dauphin and fly back to Tana.
Hotel
On arrival, drive to Perinet Special Reserve, where you will overnight at the Feon'ny Ala Hotel, or similar, for two nights.
Sightseeing
Enjoy another night walk. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Day 11 - Madagascar
Perinet.
Safari
Visit the Special Lemur Reserve and Orchid Park. You will be amazed at the game-finding skills and eyesight of your guides. The local people in the area consider the resident singing Indri, the largest living lemurs, to be their ancestors. The Indri, along with eight other species of lemurs, live in the park. You may also find the island's largest chameleons, as well as many birds and butterflies.
Hotel
Return to the Feon’ny Ala Hotel, or similar, for your dinner and overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Day 12 - Madagascar
Mantadia / Tana.
National Parks
Enjoy another morning walk in the forest of Mantadia National Park and Vakona Reserve.
Food and Dining
Have lunch before driving back to Tana.
Hotel
Transfer to the Hotel Relais des Plateaux, or similar, for your overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Day 13 - Madagascar
Tana / Onward.
Shopping
Visit the handicraft market for some last-minute souvenirs.
Airport Transfer
Transfer to the airport for your flight home, Meals: Breakfast.
Sightseeing
Extend your stay with a visit to beautiful Nosy Be.
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