Ultimate Madagascar Adventure
22 days, Antananarivo to Antananarivo
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Home to mind-blowing scenery, lush rainforests, curious lemurs, and all the outdoor splendour you could possibly ask for (and then some), Madagascar was made for adventure travel. This comprehensive tour takes you deep inside Africa’s amazing jungle island for close encounters with both wildlife and humans over 22 incredible days. Sit down for dinner with a ghost-talker at a homestay near Lake Andraikiba, swim in natural pools and splash about under waterfalls, encounter the unique trees of Baobab Alley, and soak up nature at its finest in some of the island’s national parks. Madagascar is so incredible it feels like another planet. Get out there.
Is this tour for me?
Travel Style: Classic
All of the highlights, culture, access, and I-can’t-believe-we-did-that moments, all at a great price.
Service Level: Standard
Comfortable tourist-class accommodations with character; mix of public and private transport.
Physical Rating: 4 - Demanding
Some high-altitude hikes or more strenuous activities, but accessible to most healthy travellers.
Trip Type: Small Group
Small group experience; Max 16, avg 12
Age requirement: 12+
All travellers under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Visa Requirements
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22 days
Antananarivo to Antananarivo
There are no departure dates currently available for the rest of this season. Some tours only run during parts of the year.
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Itinerary
Day 1Antananarivo
Arrive at any time.
Day 2Antananarivo/Miandrivazo
Travel through the Madagascar Highlands to the village of Miandrivazo for the night.
Day 3Miandrivazo/Kirindy Forest
Drive to Kirindy Forest Reserve, where you may be lucky enough to spot the giant jumping rat, or Fossa, the largest carnivore on the island. This evening, enjoy a night walk, the highlight of a visit to Kirindy.
Day 4Kirindy Forest/Bekopaka
Continue to Bekopaka, our gateway to the National Park of Tsingy de Bemaraha.
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DinnerDay 5Tsingy de Bemaraha National Park
Morning canoe adventure on the Manambolo River, with an afternoon exploring the Little Tsingy's.
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Breakfast | DinnerDay 6Tsingy de Bemaraha National Park
Enjoy a full day exploring the peculiar rock formations of the 'Great Tsingy'.
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Breakfast | DinnerDay 7Bekopaka/Morondava
A full day driving back to Morondava, stopping for sunset at the Baobab Alley.
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BreakfastDay 8Morondava
Free day in Morondava to relax on the beach, visit the local market, or explore five species of mangroves in a dugout canoe.
Day 9Morondava/Antananarivo
Free morning in Morondava, then fly to Tana.
Day 10Antananarivo/Andasibe
Travel to Andasibe-Perinet National Park with scenic stops en route. Stay in a quiet area near Andasibe and explore the Indri Special Reserve section of this massive area.
Day 11Andasibe
Spend the day exploring this national park. Stay in a quiet area near Andasibe and explore the Indri Special Reserve section of this massive area.
Day 12Andasibe/Antsirabe
Travel to the colonial city of Antsirabe, stopping to see rice paddies along the way.
Day 13Antsirabe/Fiadanana
Visit Lake Andraikiba before continuing to the small village of Fiadanana. Opt to explore this beautiful village. Listen to a ghost talker, enjoy a stay at a community guesthouse, and dinner with a local family.
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Lunch | DinnerDay 14Fiadanana/Ranomafana
Learn traditional rituals from the local villagers. Hike back to the bus taking in the stunning views. Continue on to Ranomafana.
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BreakfastDay 15Ranomafana/Ambalavao
Opt for an early morning forest walk to get a feel for the incredible wildlife of the area, or explore on your own. In the afternoon, enjoy a scenic journey heading south through Madagascar's wine-producing region.
Day 16Ambalavao/Ranohira
Stop at Anja Community Reserve, known for groups of ring-tailed lemurs. Continue on through the ever-changing landscape to Ranohira and Isalo National Park.
Day 17Ranohira
Spend the day exploring Isalo National park on foot, stopping at a natural swimming pool and waterfalls. In the evening visit the G Adventures supported tree planting project near Ranohira, creating a green corridor to protect the biodiversity of Isalo National Park.
Day 18Ranohira/Ifaty
Drive through the desert landscape, viewing Mahafaly tombs and giant baobab trees en route. Continue to the beautiful Mozambican Channel beaches of Ifaty.
Days 19–20Ifaty
Spend two full days enjoying this gorgeous area. Opt to do some hiking or hit the beach.
Day 21Ifaty/Antananarivo
Travel to Toliara for a flight to Antananarivo and an optional last night out on the town.
Day 22Antananarivo
Depart at any time.
What's Included
- Your G for Good Moment: Soa Zara Tree Planting Project, Ranohira
- Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group, Antananarivo
- Your Local Living Moment: Community Guesthouse and Traditional Dinner, Fiadanana
- Your Discover Moment: Ifaty
- Sunset at Baobab Alley
- 4x4 journey between Morondava, Kirindy and Bekopaka
- Guided night walk in Kirindy Reserve
- Tsingy de Bemaraha Strict Nature Reserve guided visit
- Canoe excursion on the Manambolo River
- Andasibe Indri Special Reserve guided walk
- Artisan workshop visit
- Traditional healer visit
- Paper factory visits
- Anja Reserve walk
- Isalo National Park visit
- Internal flights
- All transport between destinations and to/from activities
Accommodations
Simple hotels (16 nts), community guesthouse (1 nt, multi-share), huts (4 nts).
Meals
4 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 4 dinners
Allow USD555-725 for meals not included.
Transportation
Private minibus, plane, walking, 4x4, canoe.
Staff & experts
CEO (Chief Experience Officer), driver throughout, local guides.
Departures
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