UNIQUE LANDSCAPES OF MADAGASCAR
Infinite rice fields, granite hills, picturesque villages; Then the descent towards the west coast through a succession of landscapes that vary from kilometer to kilometer. Then the majestuous baobabs… And the apogee is the incredible extraordinary geomorphology of the Tsingy de Bemaraha, a World Heritage Site. But here is not the end; golden beach and fantastic wildlife are still awaiting you ahead.
SHORT DESCRIPTION OF
More than 1000 kilometers
More than 7 species of lemurs
A National Park listed on the UNESCO World Heritage
Two private reserveswith endemic fauna and flora
3 species of baobabs
5 different Malagasy ethnic groups
2 different climate zones
Beautiful beach and mangroves
- Antananarivo: capital city
- Terraced rice paddies and typical villages of the high plateau
- Handicrafts, authentic manufacturing workshops, gemstones lapidary
- Historical cities: Ambatolampy, Antsirabe, Betafo, Miandrivazo
- Morondava, the land of baobabs
- Ferry crossing of two rivers
- National Park of Bemaraha:Tsingy, canyons, lemurs, birds, canoe tour
- Hotel on the beach in Morondava
- Baobab Avenue
- Kirindy Reserve
- Lemur’s Park
When to visit:
from July to November
Climate
Dry tropical
Seaside
Morondava, Belo Sur Mer
DETAILED ITINERARY & PROGRAM
DAY 1
ivato airport - city center
Arrival to Antananarivo
Antananarivo, first step of your journey, is the capital of Madagascar
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Welcome at the airport by a representative of Jacaranda. Transfer by car to your hotel, located downtown.
Antananarivo, first step of your journey, is the capital of Madagascar and is worth discovering for its cultural, historic and environmental heritage. This will be your primary introduction to the daily life of the highlands inhabitants.
Dinner and Overnight |
DAY 2
414 km
Antananarivo – Antsirabe – Miandrivazo
Drive through panoramic landscapes of Central Madagascar. Visit of traditional aluminium pot workshop in Ambatolampy and the historical cities of Antsirabe and Betafo.
Breakfast in hotel
Drive to Antsirabe through scenery of typical villages among paddy fields and hilly landscapes of the High Lands.
Stop at Ambatolampy to visit a traditional family-run aluminum pots manufacture. Situated in a fertile volcanic area at the altitude of 1600 m above sea level, this town is the highest one in Madagascar.
Arrival in Antsirabe. Being a Spa station city, Antsirabe is also the capital of precious and semi-precious stones and is an industrial centre.Visit of miniature manufacture, embroidery workshop and gemstone cutter lapidary shop.
Continuation to Miandrivazo.
Stopover at Betafo to visit the village. Only 19 km from the city of Antsirabe, Betafo offers a green landscape with rice paddies on terraces. This small town is an excellent insight into rural activities of the High Plateau. The market is so folkloric and the old houses with verandas are colourful and attractive. Continuation to Miandrivazo.
Dinner and overnight
DAY 3
273 km
Miandrivazo – Morondava
Long drive to Morondava through immense, beutiful and deserted landscapes. If we arrive in time, watch the spectacular sunset on the Baobab Avenue.
Breakfast in hotel.
Departure for Morondava.
If we arrive in time, we will watch the sunset at the Baobab Avenue. Known as “The mother of forest”, the impressive baobab trees lining the unpaved road, offer matchless scenery. The spectacle is phenomenal at sunset
Dinner and overnight
DAY 4
187 km
Morondava – Bekopaka
Road to Bekopaka by 4x4 on a track through bush, savannah and baobabs. We can discover the magnificent tombs of the sakalava tribe decorated with erotic wooden carvings on the road.
Breakfast in hotel.
Road to Bekopaka by 4×4 on a track through bush, savannah and baobabs. We can discover the magnificent tombs of the sakalava tribe decorated with erotic wooden carvings on the road.
Dinner and overnight
DAY 5
10 km
Bekopaka – Bemaraha “Tsingy” National Park
Two days are dedicated to Bemaraha National park, the otherworldy terrain of Tsingy de Bemaraha on the western side of Madagascar. This Unesco World Heritage Site is home to 11 types of lemur who thrive in the barren area and nearby forests. Today’s excursion: Discovery of the Little Tsingy: canoeing on Manambolo River to visit of the gorges, caves and Vazimba tombs.
Breakfast in hotel.
Two days are dedicated to Bemaraha National park. The Tsingy de Bemaraha National Park in Madagascar has 2.4 square miles of jagged limestone landscape and forests. This Unesco World Heritage Site is home to 11 types of lemur who thrive in the barren area and nearby forests. Its name, ‘Tsingy’, translates as ‘where one cannot walk barefoot,’ which is apt due to its pointed rock pinnacles. Razor-sharp rocks, tiny precarious rock bridges and 300ft drops – this is the otherworldy terrain of Tsingy de Bemaraha on the western side of Madagascar.
Today’s excursion: Discovery of the Little Tsingy. In the morning: canoeing on Manambolo River to visit of the gorges, caves and Vazimba tombs.
In the afternoon: Andadoany and Ankeligoa Trekking: canyons, lemurs and birds. Picnic lunch included.
Dinner and overnight
DAY 6
10 km
Bekopaka – Bemaraha “Tsingy” National Park
Another whole day to enjoy the immensity of the National Park of Bemaraha. Discovery of the Big Tsingy. Trekking in the national park. Picnic lunch included.
Breakfast in hotel.
Second day in Bemaraha National park. Discovery of the Big Tsingy. Trekking in the national park. Picnic lunch included.
Dinner and overnight
DAY 7
247 km
Bekopaka – Morondava – Kirindy
Road back to Morondava by 4WD. Ferry crossing of Tsiribihina River. Short stop at Baobab Avenue. Continuation to Kirindy Reserve.
Breakfast in hotel.
Road to Morondava. Ferry crossing of Tsiribihina River. Short stop at Baobab Avenue. Continuation to Kirindy Reserve.
Dinner and overnight
DAY 8
60 km
Kirindy – Morondava
Visit of Kirindy Reserve, a jewel of nature with its dry and decidous forest. Return to Morondava by 4WD, relaxing afternoon on the beach.
Breakfast in the hotel.
Visit of Kirindy Reserve. The forest is dry type and deciduous. This jewel of nature contains a multitude of animal and plant species, part of which is endemic to the locality itself. The Kirindy Forest is reputed to be the only place where FOSA (Cryptoprocta ferox), the largest carnivore in Madagascar, can be observed in all tranquility and in its natural habitat.
Back to Morondava
Relax and leisure on the beach by the quiet sea of Mozambique Channel. Many excursions available on the spot.
Dinner and overnight.
DAY 9
o km
Morondava
Relax and leisure on the beach by the quiet sea of Mozambique Channel. Many excursions available on the spot.
Breakfast in the hotel.
Relax and leisure on the beach by the quiet sea of Mozambique Channel. Many excursions available on the spot.
Dinner and overnight.
DAY 10
domestic flight
Morondava – Antananarivo – DOMESTIC FLIGHT
Transfer to the airport. Flight back to Antananarivo. Arrival. Meet at the airport and transfer to city. Vehicle available
Breakfast in hotel.
Transfer to the airport. Flight back to Antananarivo. Arrival. Meet at the airport and transfer to city. Vehicle available
Dinner and overnight
DAY 11
45 km
Antananarivo – long haul flight back
Visit of Lemur's Park. Transfer to the airport and flight back home.
Breakfast at the hotel.
Visit to the Lemur’s Park, a private reserve of lemurs located 25km from Antananarivo. It is a must if you are into lemurs! The purpose is based on the nature conservation and the park is home to nine species of diurnal and nocturnal lemurs live in a 5-hectare wooded environment of more than 70 plant species of which 40 species are endemic to Madagascar. Most of the lemurs are free-ranging and well habituated, so you’ll see them up close – however, it is strictly forbidden to feed or touch them.
Transfer to the airport.
faq
Frequently asked questions
What does our price includes?
Our prices usually include:
- The lodging on half board basis (breakfast and dinner).
- All transfers.
- The excursions and visits mentioned into the program.
- The services of the local guide into the national park.
- The car including the fuel.
- The driver.
- Until 4 pax: English (or other language on request) speaking driver-guide (full board basis /internal flight not included)
- From 5 pax: English (or other language on request) speaking guide (full board basis /internal flight included)
what is not included in the price?
Usually, the below mentioned are not included in our prices:
- **All flights** (Long Haul – Internal and Private flights)
- Drinks and extra.
- Tips
- Lunches
- Visa (can be obtained upon arrival at the airport, visa fee is approx. 35 euros)
which languages our guides speak?
For the standard price, we can offer English/French/Spanish-speaking guides. For a supplement, we can offer Russian/German/etc. speaking guides.
WHERE CAN I FIND INFORMATION ABOUT THE DOMESTIC FLIGHTS?
In Madagascar, domestic flights are operated by the Tsaradia Airlines, a subsidiary of Air Madagascar. You can book the tickets via us or directly on their site: https://tsaradia.com/.
how is the payment procedure & cancellation policy?
You can find all details in our General conditions of sales. If you have any question, please contact us, we will be happy to answer.
where can i find practical information for travelling to madagascar?
We put together a list of the most frequently asked practical information concerning travelling to Madagascar. We suggest you to visit our Practical information page. If you have any remaining questions, contact us for further information.
CAN I CHANGE THIS ITINERARY UPON MY PREFERENCES?
Of course. We are always happy to tailor-made the tour for you. There exist an endless number of possibilities how to create a tour, feel free to share us your ideas and preferences!
