DAY 1: TANA
DAY 2: TANA- ANDASIBE
DAY3: ANDASIBE- TANA
DAY 4: TANA-ANKARAFANTSIKA
DAY 5: ANKARAFANTSIKA
DAY 6: ANKARAFANTSIKA-ANTSOHIHY
DAY 7: ANTSOHIHY-ANKARANA
DAY 8: ANKARANA-DIEGO
DAY 9: DIEGO-AMBER MOUNTAIN-DIEGO
DAY 10: DIEGO-ANKIFY-NOSY BE
DAY 11-12: NOSY BE-NOSY TANIKELY-NOSY BE
DAY 13: NOSYBE-TANA
DAY 14: FLY HOME
ANTANANARIVO
Upon arrival at Ivato International Airport in Antananarivo, you will be warmly greeted by our Ortour representative. Enjoy a seamless transfer to your hotel for check-in and overnight stay at either the luxurious Louvre Hotel or Palissandre (Luxury), the charming Hotel Chalet des Roses or Chat’O Park (High-Midrange) in BB or at Rova hotel (high-midrange) all on a bed and breakfast basis. Experience convenience and comfort from the moment you land, ensuring a perfect start to your journey in Madagascar with Ortour, your trusted travel partner.
ANTANANARIVO – ANDASIBE
Morning departure heading to Andasibe (roughly 5 hours drive) also known as Perinet. Upon arrival, visit the VOI reserve, which is managed by the local community, the reserve is an untouched paradise for endemic animals and plants, 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 Hotel: Mantadia Lodge (high-end) in BB or Cyperus Lodge in BB (Luxury) or in Mid-range Hotel: Feon’ny Ala or Grace Lodge in BB.
ANDASIBE – ANTANANARIVO
After breakfast, embark on an expedition through Analamazoatra National Park in search of Madagascar’s endemic lemurs, including the majestic Indri indri, known for its distinctive panda-like appearance and haunting calls audible from miles away. A leisurely forest walk presents numerous opportunities to encounter not only the indri, but also other lemur species such as golden sifakas and eastern woolly lemurs. Keep an eye out for endemic bird species and reptiles like the Parson chameleon and tiny nose-horned chameleons. After the visit a return to Antananarivo from Andasibe.
Stay overnight at the Louvre Hotel ( high-end) in BB or Palissandre (Luxury), Hotel Chalet des Roses or Chat’O park (High-Midrange), on a Bed and Breakfast basis.
ANTANANARIVO- ANKARAFANTSIKA
Early morning departure for Ankarafantsika National Park, around 8-hour drive from the capital. Enjoy a lunch break at Maevantanana en route to the park, renowned for its rich biodiversity. Ankarafantsika is a haven for wildlife enthusiasts, boasting sightings of 8 lemur species, including the Microcebus, the world’s smallest primate. The park also hosts 129 bird species, 75 of which are endemic, along with a variety of local reptiles such as chameleons, iguanas, snakes, and freshwater turtles. Choose between overnight stays in the park bungalows (midrange) or at the Hotel Blue Vanga (midrange) with bed and breakfast accommodations.
ANKARAFANTSIKA
Embark on an unforgettable wildlife tour at Ankarafantsika, a haven for biodiversity enthusiasts. Encounter iconic species such as the Van Dam’s Vanga, White-breasted Mesite, Schlegel’s Asity, and the majestic Madagascar Fish Eagle. The forest is also home to abundant lemurs, including the Coquerel’s Sifaka, adding to the allure of this natural paradise.
Choose between a comfortable overnight stay in the park’s bungalows (midrange) or at Hotel Blue Vanga (mid-range) with bed and breakfast included. Experience the best of Madagascar’s natural wonders with us!
ANKARAFANTSIKA – ANJOHIHY
We depart early morning going to Antsohihy taking approximately 9 hours drive. The landscape varies along the way while expecting some stops en route arranged by your guide. Spend a night at hotel Belle Vue (Luxury) in BB.or at the hotel Paradisier (Midrange)
ANTSOHIHY – ANKARANA
Just after breakfast, leave Anjohihy going to Ankarana Reserve, famous for its wonderful view of Tsingy ‘limestone pinnacles’. The park of Ankarana spreads over 18,225 ha. Ankarana is the western extension of a chalky massif of the medium Jurassic that emerges from a basaltic plain located above 50m over the sea level. The plateau, that is a greatly eroded karsts formation in surface, is constituted by a lapiaz of Tsingy. .Arrive in Ankarana in the afternoon, after lunch visit at the park for half day.
Overnight at the hotel Iharana Bush Camp ( Luxury in HB) or in Ankarana lodge or at the hotel Kozobe (Luxry) in HB or at Relais d’Ankarana (midrange) in BB
ANKARANA – DIEGO-SUAREZ
Morning exploration at the park until midday, Ankarana hosts a diverse array of lemurs including crowned lemurs, Sanford’s brown lemurs, and a variety of bird species. Known for its dramatic limestone pinnacles calls as the Tsingy, Ankarana also boasts rich biological diversity with 40 reptile and 10 amphibian species documented. Bird enthusiasts can spot 96 different bird species, while the park also shelters 50 mollusk species and an abundance of unique tsingy snails. Ankarana’s underground caves are home to 14 bat species, making it a significant habitat for Madagascar’s bat population. Following the visit, continue your journey to Diego. Overnight accommodations at Grand Hotel (Luxury) or Hotel de la poste (luxury), Hotel Victoria (mid-range), or Jardin exotique hotel (midrange) in BB.
DIEGO – AMBER MOUNTAIN – DIEGO
Depart on a 4×4 excursion to Amber Mountain Reserve, situated 45 miles from Diego Suarez. Amber Mountain and Forest form a protected expanse spanning 23,010 hectares, including 18,200 hectares for the National Park and 4,810 hectares for the Amber Forest Special Reserve. This volcanic massif, ranging from 850 to 1,475 meters in altitude, is blanketed with lush forests. The park boasts six lakes and numerous meandering rivers. Amber Mountain is renowned for its biodiversity, hosting 77 endemic bird species, 7 lemur species, and 24 amphibian species.
Following the exploration, return to Diego for overnight accommodation. Choose between top-tier lodging at Grand Hotel (Luxury) in BB or Hôtel de la poste( luxury), or opt for high-midrange) at Hotel Victoria in BB or at Jardin exotique hotel ( midrange) in BB .
DIEGO – ANKIFY – NOSYBE
Drive from Diego Suarez to Ankify and embark on a speedboat to Nosy Be; then transfer to your hotel. Unwind on the pristine beaches; Nosy Be epitomizes tourism in Madagascar. The allure of its beaches, lush vegetation, vibrant communities, and abundant sunshine collectively contribute to its renown. Indeed, “Earthly Paradise” perfectly encapsulates this island’s rare beauty. The climate is consistently pleasant, ensuring optimal enjoyment of the sea and breathtaking sunsets. Experience the mesmerizing spectacle of a sunset and the soothing melody of the ocean waves. Overnight at Palm Beach Hotel (Luxury ) or Orangea Beach Resort (Luxury), or Emeraude Hotel (Midrange) and Villa Domingo (midrange) in BB.
NOSYBE – NOSYKOMBA – NOSYTANIKELY- NOSYBE
Take a boat and depart to Nosy Komba which is only a dozen kilometers from Nosy Be which is accessible by boat. In Nosy Komba, tourists are likely to enjoy close contact with the domesticated black and brown lemurs that gently jump onto your shoulders expecting to eat bananas. Continue by boat to NosyTanikely constitutes an underwater reserve which offers a very suitable diving site. With just a mask and a tuba, one can start appreciating the parade of the thousand species of fish starting from only some meter from the beach and see grouper, moonfish, swordfish, barracuda, parrots, lines, clown fishes, moray, turtles…These species grind around splendid corals, like a patrol. The marine reserve of Nosy Tanikely presents a broad sandy beach for snorkeling activities that most people love the clear water you can see an amazing variety of marine life, starfish, anemones, very colored shape of fish, and lobsters. Have a lunch under the green shade of the trees in front the clear water and white sand, after lunch swim and relax, then return to Nosy be at around 3:30 pm.
Overnight at hotel Palm Beach (Luxury) or Orangea Beach Resort (Luxury) in HB or in Emeraude Lodge (High-midrange) in BB.
NOSY BE – ANTANANARIVO
You will be escorted to the airport for your return flight to Antananarivo (Tana). Upon arrival, enjoy a private transfer to your hotel for an overnight stay at Louvre Hotel or Palissandre (Luxury), Chat’O Park, or Chalet des Roses (high-midrange), with bed and breakfast included. Discover seamless travel arrangements with our Madagascar travel agency and tour operator expertise.
Fly home
Our service ends upon finishing the transfer taking you to the international airport for your flight back home.
