Madagascar Baobab Tsingy and Lemur Tours


11 NIGHTS
12 DAYS

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OVERVIEW

This tour will allow you to have the opportunities to explore the main highlights in the West of Madagascar. Including our the unique Western wildlife such as Sifaka , mouse lemur , bird and reptiles, the famous Rock Stone forest of the Tsingy of Bemaraha. Local fresh food will fill you up in every day of our destination.

HIGHLIGHTS DURING THIS TOURS

  • 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 Western of Madagascar , the Sakalava

TOUR ROUTES

  • ANTANANARIVO
  • ANDASIBE
  • 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 – ANDASIBE

there around 4 pm Upon arrival, check in to our hotel and relax. During the evening we will have a night walk to meet nocturnal wildlife such as chameleon, lemurs, snakes and many others.

DAY 3

ANDASIBE NATIONAL PARK

Today, we will explore the South Side of the Andasibe National Park and together we will meet and learn about different species of lemurs and wild birds including the “flying-catcher” the Bleu vanga Coua bird. We will also look at various trees such as the “Palissander” tree and the “Ebony” tree, etc. In the afternoon, we will venture through the private reserve of “Vakona”, where we will look at other species of lemurs and reptiles.

DAY 4

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 5

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 6

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 7

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 8

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 9

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 10

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.

DAY 11

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 12

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.
[ End of the trip ]

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* )
$ 1314 per person
$ 1558 per person
$ 2269 per person
  • Your finale tour quote depends on your choice of hotels, activities, length
  • Tour price is based on two persons and please let us know if you are more than 3 peoples or fill the form PERSONALIZE YOUR TOUR

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 ?

  • Lunch and dinner ( Except what we have mentioned )
  • All personal extra ( Drinks, tips )
  • All not mentioned activities
  • Domestic flight and International flight
  • Travel insurance

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.
  • Most of them have pool to help you to support the heats
  • HOTEL INTERNET AND NETWORK : Most of them have internet but due to the network coverage , sometimes it doesn’t
  • We offer internet during your trip which is cheaper than using your home based plan.
  • For a trip less than 10 days ,we offer $ 30 for more than 10 days we offer $ 46 both for multiple devices
  • 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
  • Your guide will inform you about bank availability and how much cash you should have as not every destination has banks ( Local Atm usually accepts MasterCard and Visa )
  • TIPPING : It is no a must but we recommend

IS THIS TRIP RIGHT FOR YOU ?

  • This trip is of average physical grade. It consists of an 1 hour walks in the cities and 3 hikes in national parks on average 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 small lodge, 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

  • Valid passeport of 6 months
  • Printed return flight ticket
  • Printed travel assurance

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 for rainforest

CLOTHES AND OTHERS

  • Long sleeve shirt ( 2 )
  • Short ( 2 )
  • Lightweight pants ( 2 )
  • Beach towel ( 1 )
  • Swim clothes ( 1 )

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.
  • Emergency local contact +261 34 69 79 631 / +261 32 24 591
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