East and West of Madagascar Tours

13 NIGHTS
14 DAYS

OVERVIEW

This tour will allow you to have the opportunities to explore the main highlights in the East and West of Madagascar. Including the unique Eastern reserve known as Palmarium where you can the most endangered known as Aye Aye up close. We will also able to see the largest in lemur from the reserve and the Andasibe National Park, we will then go the West to explore the the famous Rock Stone forest of the Tsingy of Bemaraha, the Baobab avenue and the reserve of Kirindy , home of the largest carnivore of the island known as Fosa. Local fresh food will fill you up in every day of our destination.

HIGHLIGHTS DURING THIS TOURS

The Palmarium reserve, the best place to meet up close the largest nocturnal lemur known as Aye
The Andasibe National Park, the natural home of the largest species in lemur known as Indri Indri.
Baobab avenue to experience the sunset at this beautiful century tree
Tsingy of Bemaraha National Park ,a World natural monument by UNESCO
Kirindy Forest Reserve to meet the smallest lemurs and the largest carnivore of the island called Fosa
Meet the largest tribes of the Eastern and the Western side of Madagascar , the Betsimisaraka and Sakalava

TOUR ROUTES

ANTANANARIVO
PALMARIUM
ANTSIRABE
MORONDAVA
TSINGY OF BEMARAHA
KIRINDY
MORONDAVA
ANTANANARIVO

DAY BY DAY TOUR

DAY 1

ARRIVAL IN MADAGASCAR

Tongasoa ! when you arrive at the international airport of Ivato (TNR ) , one of our team will be warmly greeted you with a sign under your name . After welcoming, we will drive to our hotel in town and give you a special briefing of our upcoming trip and answer questions you may have if time permits, otherwise tomorrow before while you take breakfast.

DAY 2

ANTANANARIVO – PALMARIUM

After breakfast, we will drive to our first wildlife destination, the Palmarium reserve, with some stops on the way, we will get to the small port of Manambato from 4 Pm and have a boat transfer to the hotel for about an hour , niched in the heart of Vohibola Reserve. Please note that: Electricity here is not 24/7, only from 6-11 pm for the evening and 5 am to 7 am for the morning but the restaurant has 24/7 electricity

DAY 3

EXPLORE THE PALMARIUM RESERVE

You will have full day exploring Ankanin’ny nofy. All factors that have made the reserve to one of the most popular visits in the Pangalanes canal. Located on a peninsula of about 35 ha, on the shores of Lake Ampitabe. This is separated from the Indian Ocean by a mere line of very thin coastal dunes, that sometimes are a few meters width only. Ten species of lemurs live in freedom in the reserve, as well as reptiles, amphibians and by chance crocodiles.Visitors can watch Indri Indri, mouse and crowned lemurs and especially the shy and extraordinary endangered Aye Aye. From 5.30 pm, you will have a night to meet the largest nocturnal lemurs known as Aye Aye , a very rare and extraodinary species . This is because this is one of the very few places where you could find them in their wild habitat. Please note that: Electricity here is not 24/7, only from 6-11 pm for the evening and 5 am to 7 am for the morning but the restaurant has 24/7 electricit

DAY 4

PALMARIUM – ANDASIBE

After an early breakfast, we will cruise back and drive until Andasibe. Green forests and typical Malagasy eastern villages are on the agenda. We will have our lunch on the way. Upon arrival , we will check in to our hotel and relax until the night safari to meet the night active wildlife including the smallest lemur and reptiles such as Chameleon and snakes. Back to our hotel after an hour or an hour and half of walk.

DAY 5

FULL DAY TO EXPLORE ANDASIBE NATIONAL PARK

After breakfast, we will explore the famous Andasibe National Park , to meet the largest in lemur species known as Indri and many other species of lemur , without missing our birds , reptiles , we will be able to see some our orchids and palm , we will spend about 4 hours here . Back to the hotel for lunch and explore to Vakona to meet more species including the bamboo lemurs , Black and white ruffed lemurs and so one to end our journey.

DAY 6

ANDASIBE – ANTSIRABE

After breakfast, we will drive back to the highland until Antsirabe. Through the mountain range of Ankaratra . We will have our lunch on the way. We will reach the water city from the beginning of the evening, check in to our hotel and have a short walking tour ,we will explore and understand the story of this beautiful Norwegian founded town

DAY 7

ANTSIRABE - MORONDAVA

We will drive very early to reach the West part of Madagascar. We will drive through the green field and valley of the central west until the dry savannah until Morondava. With some stop on the way, we will get to the baobab avenue from 5 pm. Check in to our hotel after the visit and relax

DAY 8

MORONDAVA - BEKOPAKA

After breakfast, we will embark to the off beaten road up to the North part. We will across two rivers by ferry to get there . With some stop on the way, we will get there at the middle of the afternoon. Check in to our hotel and enjoy some rest before the hiking tomorrow.

DAY 9

FULL DAY TO EXPLORE THE TSINGY OF BEMARAHA

Today we will spend the day in nature discovering the Tsingy of Bemaraha National Park. Bemaraha Tsingy is classified as a UNESCO world heritage site and the biggest protected area in Madagascar . At the Tsingy we will see he cathedral, the “view point”, the hanging bridge and experience the animals that live here, such as Sifaka lemur and Common brown lemur. We will also see wild birds and by chance the biggest carnivore in Madagascar called Fossa. We will also see different kinds of endemic plants such as the “palissandre” and “Ebony”. Back to our hotel and relax

DAY 10

FULL DAY TO EXPLORE THE SMALL TSINGY AND GORGE OF MANAMBOLO

Today, we will embark on a local canoe to visit the beautiful Throat of Manambolo river by visiting some caves,the First inhabitant of Madagascar tombs the small section of the national park . We will spend for around four hours here , back to our lodge after the visit and relax.

DAY 11

BEKOPAKA – KIRINDY

After breakfast, we will drive back to the South part, Upon arrival,check in at our hotel and relax until the beginning of the evening,for a night walk . During the visit,by chance, we might see the largest carnivore of the island, known as Fosa and some species of nocturnal lemur like Avahi,mouse lemur,the fat tailed sportive lemur, and some another species of reptiles and bird which are active in the nigh. After the visit,we drive back to our hotel

DAY 12

KIRINDY – MORONDAVA

After breakfast,we drive to the reserve for a diurnal visit,to spot two species endemic species of this region such as red fronted brown lemur and the Coquerel’s Sifaka,the visit will be about 1-2 hours,after that, we will drive to explore the in love and sacred baobab, we will lunch in Morondava and have a free afternoon and drive back to the baobab avenue for one more baobab avenue experience. Back to our hotel after the visit .

DAY 13

MORONDAVA – ANTANANARIVO

We will have an early morning sunrise experience at the baobab avenue, another way to experience this natural beauty. Back to our hotel for breakfast and getting ready for your flight back to Antananarivo . Upon arrival , one of our team will be warmly greeted you with a sign under your name . Drive to your hotel and have a short city tour at the old town of the capital, including the Queen’s Palace and end it to the local market of Anjoma, used to the largest open market in Africa. Back to our hotel and relax

DAY 14

FLY OUT OF MADAGASCAR

Free morning but by your request , you have a short explore of the best souvenir shop of the city. Enjoy your free hour at your hotel before your departure . Our driver will pick you up 3.30 hours before your international flight transfer.

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PRICE DETAILS

Each tour price are based on 3 type of hotels / Accommodation level as mentioned below ( Budget , Midrange and Upper range)

For Budget Accommodation ( 1-2*)	For Midrange Accommodation ( 2-3*)	For Upper range Accommodation ( 3-4* )
$ 1595 per person	$ 1884 per person	$ 2568 per person

WHAT IS INCLUDED ?

Private car , gasoline with driver
All airport from the hotel and vice versa
All road taxes and ferries along the trip ( roundtrip )
All Accommodation based on double or twin room with breakfast
English - speaking guide during the whole trip
All tourist site, park and reserve ticket with local guide
1 liter of water per day and per person
All taxes and formalities

WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED ?

GENERAL INFORMATION FOR THIS TOURS

BEST TIME FOR THIS TOUR : [ May – November ]
TOUR DEPARTURE AND END : This tour will start from Antananarivo and end in Antananarivo
ROAD CONDITION : 60 % paved and 40 % secondary
PHYSICAL RATING : 3/5 – Easy - walking tours are adaptable,family Friendly tours for up to 65 years old
ACCOMMODATION AVAILABLE : Hotel type will be based on your package selection – see the option on the price details , consult us if you wish to upgrade category.

VEHICLES / TRANSPORT / FRAMING : Plane , Speed motorized Boat , SUV or 4WD that supervised by your tour guide and the driver who will travel you during the whole tours.
VISA : You will have to pay in cash of $ 10 per person at the airport or also get it online – https://evisamada-mg.com/en/home
FLIGHTS : to / from Madagascar
AVERAGE TEMPERATURE : Between 25 °c to 32 ° c – Highland is cooler and the rest is warmer
CARD USES : Some accept card mostly MasterCard or Visa but please remember that they charge you an extra 2 – 3 % as a fee

IS THIS TRIP RIGHT FOR YOU ?

This trip is of average physical grade. It consists of an 1 hour walks in the cities and 4 hikes in parks on average 2-4 hours. The trip is suitable for beginners in normal physical shape.
We will be riding private car for up to 6 hours a day in average
Accommodation in double/twin rooms of tourist class hotels and guesthouses, most of which will have hot water and Internet.
If you wish to upgrade your hotel or have a special requirement, please fill the form by mentioning the tour title at the PERSONALIZE YOUR TOUR and we will suit everything based on that.

WHAT TO PACK FOR THIS TRIP ?

DOCUMENTS

ESSENTIALS

Good walking shoes and flipflop
Sun cream, glasses and hat
Insect repellent
Hand flashlight with extra battery
Travel adapter, for Madagascar it’s type C and E
Raincoat and waterproof bag if you’re travelling between June to August

CLOTHES AND OTHERS

See MADAGASCAR PACKING LIST for a full packing list

VERY IMPORTANT INFORMATION :

We highly recommend to carry binoculars for the rainforest some lemur, birds stay in the high long trees or open space landscape (if you have)
Madagascar is the 5th poorest country in the world so travelling in Madagascar needs lot of flexible attitudes
All rates quoted are subject to change due to hotel availability and special events.
Because in some Madagascar destination, flights schedule is not every day, this trip won’t be possible for a daily departure, so before booking your international flights, please consult with your personal travel agent to have match with the domestic flights.

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