Handpicked Madagascar

Upon arrival you will be transferred to your hotel. (D)

This morning, drive to Andasibe. Stop en-route at a reptile farm, arriving at Andasibe in the late afternoon. Visit Lemur Island in the Vakona Private Park and enjoy a night walk to observe night active lemurs and other nocturnal animals. (B)(D)

The Andasibe Reserve includes two protected areas - the Perinet Special Reserve and Mantadia National Park. After breakfast, walk through the Perinet Reserve and hear the Indri Indri, Madagascar’s largest lemur, singing. Next you will have the chance to explore the Mantadia Reserve searching for lemurs, birds, chameleons and plant life endemic to this area. (B)(D)

Depart for Antsirabe passing rice paddies and traditional red clay houses. Enjoy sightseeing in Antsirabe in a traditional rickshaw before visiting Andraikiba Crater Lake. (B)(D)

Continue your drive south to Ranomafana via Ambostira, the cradle of Malagasy art. (B)(D)

Visit Ranomafana National Park and search for various species of lemur and reptiles in this lush tropical paradise. After your visit, continue on to the tea plantations of Sahambavy. (B)(D)

Enjoy a visit to the old city of Fianarantsoa and a paper factory before continuing your journey to Andringitra. (B)(D)

Today is yours to spend at leisure. (B)(D)

Drive to Isalo National Park. (B)(D)

A full day dedicated to exploring Isalo National Park, Madagascar’s “Grand Canyon”. (B)(D)

Continue to the coastal city of Ifaty, passing by baobabs and the impressive decorated tombs of the Mahafaly and Antandroy people of southern Madagascar. (B)(D)

Transfer to Tulear where your journey ends. You may return to Antananarivo by air (extra cost) or extend your trip. (B)(D)