Madagascar national parks : wildlife adventures

Embark on an unforgettable journey through Madagascar's captivating landscapes, teeming with diverse wildlife and otherworldly natural wonders. Discover lemurs, explore lush rainforests, and trek through breathtaking national parks.

Tour highlights

Morondava, Kirindy, Tsingy de Bemaraha, Antsirabe, Ambositra, Ranomafana, Ambalavao, Isalo, Tuléar, Ifaty, Andasibe.

Discover Madagascar Through Wildlife and Culture

Embark on an extraordinary adventure across Madagascar, starting with a warm welcome in Antananarivo. Your journey begins with a smooth transfer to your chosen hotel, where comfort awaits after your flight. Over the next few days, immerse yourself in the natural splendor of western Madagascar with visits to iconic sites such as the Avenue of the Baobabs and Kirindy Reserve, home to rare lemurs and diverse wildlife.

Explore the majestic Tsingy of Bemaraha, a UNESCO World Heritage site, renowned for its spectacular limestone formations and unparalleled biodiversity.

Continue south to Ranomafana National Park, where lush tropical forests are teeming with endemic species, including the elusive golden bamboo lemur. Dive into local culture in Ambalavao, known for its lively zebu markets and traditional paper-making. Traverse the breathtaking landscapes of Andringitra National Park, culminating in the exhilarating hike to Pic Boby, offering panoramic views of the stunning Isalo National Park.

Conclude your journey with serene days in Ifaty, where pristine beaches and unique spiny forests await you.

Whether you seek wildlife encounters, cultural immersion, or simply breathtaking landscapes, our tailor-made tours in Madagascar promise an unforgettable experience. Discover why Madagascar is not just a destination, but a journey into the extraordinary.

Itineraries

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Antananarivo

Upon arrival at Antananarivo’s International Airport at Ivarto, you’ll be greeted by an Ortour representative who will accompany you to your selected hotel for check-in. Choose from a range of comfortable accommodations, including the luxurious Louvre hotel or Palissandre, the charming Chalet des Roses or Chat’O Park (high-midrange), all offered on a bed and breakfast basis.

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Morondava – Kirindy

Unleash the wonders of western Madagascar with a flight to Morondava, capital of the Sakalava Menabe tribe. Embark on an unforgettable journey to the iconic Avenue of the Baobabs. Madagascar boasts a staggering 7 out of 8 baobab species worldwide, and Morondava showcases the majestic Adansonia grandidieri, reaching an awe-inspiring 30 meters tall.
Next, delve into the privately managed Kirindy Reserve, a haven for endemic wildlife. Explore the forest on a captivating night walk, seeking out nocturnal wonders. Kirindy is a haven for lemur enthusiasts, offering sightings of the rare Coquerel’s giant mouse lemur, alongside other fascinating primates like the fork-crowned lemur, gray mouse lemur, western fat-tailed dwarf lemur, and red-tailed sportive lemur. Beyond lemurs, encounter 50 reptile species, a variety of bats, tenrecs, mongooses, jumping rats, and more. Choose your ideal accommodation for the night Relais de Kirindy or Ankiba Lodge (high-midrange), in BB.

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Kirindy – Tsingy of Bemaraha

A captivating dawn adventure awaits at Kirindy Reserve. Home to the elusive Fosa, Madagascar’s largest carnivore, witness this stealthy hunter roam the dry deciduous forest. Encounter a symphony of life with over 40 bird species, alongside eight lemur varieties. Spot the acrobatic Verreaux’s sifaka, distinguished by its white fur and dark patches, as it gracefully leaps through the canopy with powerful hind legs. Following your exhilarating morning exploration, depart Kirindy and embark on your journey towards the majestic Tsingy of Bemaraha National Park. Relax and unwind for the night at your chosen accommodation : Soleil du Tsingy (Top) in half board basis, Orchidée de Bemaraha (high-midrange), Grand Hotel or Olympe du Bemaraha (mid-range) in bed and breakfast basis.

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Tsingy

Explore both the majestic Great Tsingy and the dramatic Little Tsingy in this full-day adventure. The Tsingy de Bemaraha National Park boasts an incredible 86.7% endemism rate, meaning a vast majority of the wildlife found here exists nowhere else on Earth! Look out for 11 lemur species, 5 bat families, over 103 bird species, and a stunning array of reptiles and amphibians (34 species!).
Your adventure includes a thrilling hike through the park’s iconic labyrinth of razor-sharp limestone needles (tsingy). Traverse a deep canyon via a suspension bridge, with a harness provided for safety (sturdy shoes are recommended, and ladies, ditch the skirts and flip flops for this trek!). Amidst the dramatic grey landscape, pops of vibrant green emerge from resilient pachypodiums and other succulent plants. Keep your eyes peeled for the Giant Coua and Long-eared Owls perched on the tree branches.
Unwind after your unforgettable day at your choice of comfortable accommodation: Soleil du Tsingy (luxury) in full board option, Orchidée de Bemaraha (high-midrange), Grand Hotel or Olympe du Bemaraha (mid-range), offering bed and breakfast + picnic lunch.

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Tsingy – Morondava

Escape Morondava and discover the iconic Avenue of the Baobabs, boasting majestic baobab trees lining the dirt road. Don’t miss the photogenic Amorous Baobab along the way! This natural wonder is roughly 15 km north of Morondava. Witness the unforgettable sunset paint the baobabs in vibrant hues, creating a postcard-perfect moment. For your overnight stay, unwind at luxurious options like Palissandre de l’Ouest or Kimony Resort with half-board meals. Seeking a more budget-friendly choice? Chez Maggie or Select Hotel offer bed and breakfast (high-midrange) accommodations.

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Morondava – Miandrivazo

We depart after breakfast going to Miandrivazo, located at the Mahajilo river and belongs to the district of Miandrivazo, which is a part of Menabe Region. Stay overnight at the following accommodations: Soa Lia Hotel (top) or Princesse Tsiribihina (high-midrange) or Lakana Hotel (mid-range) in BB.

D+7

Miandrivazo – Antsirabe

Leave Miandrivazo and drive to Antsirabe, A little stop would be necessary since magnificent landscape, amazing viewpoint, including stop to interact and learn local cultures. While arriving in Antsirabe, visit the surrounding areas and various workshops of semi and precious stones, the “Tritriva” lake also worth to see because of the panoramic view of the Vakinakaratra. We settle in your hotel for overnight at Top Hotel: Plumeria or Menabe’L Hotel, in BB or at the Hotel: Vatolahy or Chambre des Voyageurs, (high-midrange) in BB.

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Antsirabe – Ambositra – Ranomafana

Depart to Ranomafana through the national road Number 7. Stop at Ambositra, a famous town, gaining international reputation and heritage where the local Zafimaniry tribe is undeniably keen on wood work for carving, producing sculptures and marquetry. We shop around and visit some workshops, trying to find carved wood or a piece of marquetry box minutely done. We stroll around in town and then head to Ranomafana. We are in the heart of Betsileo tribe area. We are on the highest part of Madagascar Highlands and the road is more and more winding. We turn off to the east and arrive in the rainforest in late afternoon.
Overnight at Top Hotel: Thermal or Setam Lodge, in HB or in Midrange Hotel: Grenat or Karibo hotel, in BB.

D+9

Visit of Ranomafana National Park – Ambalavao

Morning to explore the Park, Ranomafana is a very dense forest with green lush vegetation, a mountainous area reaching 1300 m of altitude, certainly possessing a great deal amount of flora and fauna unique in the world with wide varieties of orchids, carnivorous plants, harboring at least 12 species of lemurs including the golden bamboo, greater bamboo, Milne Edward’s sifaka; Also, there are 118 species of birds and 8 species of bats, as well as many rodents, reptiles, batrachians, spiders and butterflies. After the visit, drive to Ambalavao passing by Fianarantsoa, the capital of the Betsileo tribe. Ambalavao is the well-known for its zebu market and a place where we will visit the paper factory of the Antemoro. This secular process to make this paper with bark of the mulberry tree Avoha (Bosqueia danguyana) was introduced in Madagascar in the XVth century by the first Arabic migrants to retranscribe the Koran.
Overnight at high midrange hotel: Hotel Tsienimparihy or Betsileo Country Lodge, in BB

D+10

Ambalavao – Isalo

After breakfast, we visit various places including the paper factory. Then, we continue our road trip toward south leaving behind the highlands of Madagascar while contemplating magnificent southern landscapes dominated by savanna, dry bush and semi desert land of southern Madagascar. We stop en route visiting the Anja Reserve, managed by local villagers. This reserve harbors the ring-tails, ground chameleons and many unique species of animals. After the visit, we continue our road trip till we reach Ranohira, well known for its striking Grand Canyon giving birth to the most visited park of Isalo.
Overnight at Top Hotel: Relais de la Reine or Jardin du Roi, in HB or in Midrange Hotel: Hotel Orchidée or at the hotel H1, (midrange) in BB.

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Visit of Isalo National Park

We will have a full day hike in Isalo National Park along the Namaza trail. First, stop in ‘Piscine Naturelle’ where you can spend few moments swimming. Don’t forget your gear! Then, another 4 km is necessary leading to the camping site. After lunch, extend your hike along the sheltered canyons reaching the ‘Piscine Bleue and Noire’ called the cascade trails. Isalo, covered with 82 000 ha, created in 1962, is the home of the endemic bird known as Benson’s Rock thrush; actually, there are 77 species of birds, 14 species of nocturnal lemurs, 98 species of amphibians and reptiles.
Overnight at Top Hotel: Relais de la Reine or Jardin du Roi, in HB or in Midrange Hotel: Hotel Orchidée or at the hotel H1, (midrange) in BB.

D+12

Isalo – Tulear – Ifaty

Long drive toward the south-western capital of the Vezo fishing people. The famous Mahafaly tombs abound all along the way between Sakaraha and Tulear, having particular rather than peculiar cultural traits of this typical southern tribe, whose tombs displays various images representing the daily life or dreams of the deceased. Arrive in Tuléar, take lunch; and then continue to Ifaty along the sandy path.
Overnight at: High Midrange Hotel:  Bella Donna or Bamboo Club in BB or at the hotel Paradisier or La Mira (top) in BB.

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Ifaty

Long drive toward the south-western capital of the Vezo fishing people. The famous Mahafaly tombs abound all along the way between Sakaraha and Tulear, having particular rather than peculiar cultural traits of this typical southern tribe, whose tombs displays various images representing the daily life or dreams of the deceased. Arrive in Tuléar, take lunch; and then continue to Ifaty along the sandy path.
Overnight at: High Midrange Hotel:  Bella Donna or Bamboo Club in BB or at the hotel Paradisier or La Mira (top) in BB.

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Ifaty – Tulear – Tana

Drive to Tuléar for transfer to the airport to catch a flight heading back to Tana overnight at hotel du Louvre or Palissandre (Top) or at the hotel Chalet des Roses or at Chat’O Park (high-midrange), in BB.

D+16

Tana – Andasibe

We start our journey towards the Eastern part of the island. When reaching Andasibe National Park, we will explore the famous VOI reserve, which is managed by the local community, the reserve is an untouched paradise for endemic animals and plants, where the visitors can easily spend a whole day enjoying nature, some groups of Indris can be watched in their natural habitat, and its white-headed relatives, the diademed sifakas, often jump between the tree tops. Some other lemurs such as woolly lemurs can also be seen.
Overnight at the Top Hotel: Mantadia Lodge or Andasibe Cyperus Hotel (Top) in BB or in Mid-range Hotel: Feon’ny Ala or Grace Lodge in BB.

D+17

Visit of Mantadia National Park

This morning, we drive to Mantadia national park, taking around one hour drive. The park forest of Mantadia provides life for many animals by providing them shelter. 108 species of birds are known in the park, some of them play an important role in the survival of plants. Madagascar Nightjar, White-throated Oxylabes, velvety asity, yellow bellied asity, spectacular Red Fody, Pitta like ground roller, scaly ground roller, broad billed roller, cuckoo roller, red capped coua, Madagascar serpent eagle, Madagascar Ibis, Madagascar starling and so many more nests in this park. There are also 14 species of lemur, 51 species of reptiles including the famous Boa and 84 species of amphibians. 
Overnight at the Top Hotel: Mantadia Lodge or Andasibe Cyperus Hotel (Top) in BB or in Mid-range Hotel: Feon’ny Ala or Grace Lodge in BB.

D+18

Visit of Analamazaotra reserve

After breakfast, we will explore the Analamazoatra reserve in search of the biggest lemurs called Indri indri, the panda like lemurs, whose eerie calls can be heard miles away from your hotel. Mild walk in the forest would surely grant you a great deal of windows of opportunity to spot not only the indri but also other lemurs such as the golden sifakas, the eastern woolly lemurs, without forgetting endemic birds and reptiles like the Parson chameleon, the tiny nose-horned chameleons, and so forth.
Overnight at the Top Hotel: Mantadia Lodge or Andasibe Cyperus Hotel (Top) in BB or in Mid-range Hotel: Feon’ny Ala or Grace Lodge in BB.

D+19

Andasibe – Tana – Fly home

We leave Andasibe and drive to Antananarivo to catch a flight taking you back home. End of our service.

Rates & conditions

Included

  • A 4WD with English-speaking driver or a tour guide and driver
  • Fuel
  • Driver and accommodation
  • Hotel in BB for mid-range
  • Half board in Isalo/Ranomafana and Morondava for the Top formula
  • Full board in Tsingy of Bemaraha for Top hotel
  • Picnic lunch during the visit to the Tsingy
  • Park entrance fees
  • Local guide

Excluded

  • Tip
  • All lunches/dinners not mentioned
  • Drinks
  • Internal flight (www.tsaradia.com)
  • Other activities not mentioned

Embark on an unforgettable journey through Madagascar's captivating landscapes, teeming with diverse wildlife and otherworldly natural wonders. Discover lemurs, explore lush rainforests, and trek through breathtaking national parks.
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