North of Madagascar Tours with Nosy be


12 NIGHTS
13 DAYS

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OVERVIEW

This tour allow you to explore the best of the Northern region of Madagascar. One of place to enjoy the beauty of our island from the clear blue sea of Emerald bay trough the rainforest of Amber Mountain, the unique land formation of Red Tsingy , without missing the Rock stone formation of Ankarana and its surrounding chocolate farm . We will end our tour at the beautiful perfume island known Nosy be island. During this you will able to see the 37 % of Madagascar highlights. The delicious fresh food of the Northern will fill you up.

HIGHLIGHTS DURING THIS TOURS

  • The emerald bay beach, one of the beach here in the North
  • Hiking at the French Mountain to enjoy the world second largest bay known as Diego Suarez Bay
  • Amber Mountain National Park , to meet the top largest in lemur species known Indri and Golden Sifaka
  • The Red Tsingy, the mona lisa of the North
  • Hiking at the Rock Stone Forest of the Ankarana National Park
  • Experience the perfume island of Nosy be and its beautiful small island surroundings

TOUR ROUTES

  • ANTANANARIVO
  • ANTSIRANANA
  • JOFFREVILLE
  • DARAINA
  • ANKARANA
  • NOSY BE
  • 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 – ANTSIRANANA

Drive to the airport for Antsiranana from an early morning, upon arrival in Antsiranana , one of our team will welcome you with a sign under your name , we will drive and check in to your hotel , we will start our journey to explore the beautiful French Mountain reserve, where we will one of the endemic baobab species of the island known as Andasonia Suarenzis. Where we will also reach the peak to enjoy the beauty of this second largest bay in the world after Rio de Janeiro . We will drive back after have a short walk to explore the town of Antsiranana

DAY 3

EXPLORE THE EMERALD BAY

Today, we will explore the famous Emerald bay , one of the most beautiful tourist sites on the north of the island is aptly named with its beautifully colored waters. Located on the entrance of the bay Diego Suarez . Here you can either do snorkeling, swimming, or simply relaxing are among the interesting leisure activities. If you are looking a sea sport , kitesurfing and windsurfing are available here too. Only recommended between May to October by the “Varatraza”, a wind from east trade winds .Here, we will have a picnic lunch based on seafood prepared by our team. We will sail back from the middle of afterno

DAY 4

ANTSIRANANA – AMBER MOUNTAIN

After breakfast , we will drive and explore the the first national park of the island ,quite and natural home of 75 bird species, 25 mammal species, and almost 60 reptile and 25 amphibian species. The park is decorated by a beautiful waterfall , volcanic lakes , a true paradise for rare animals and plants that occur exclusively here and nowhere else. We will spend about 4-5 hours here . Back to our hotel after the visit and relax.

DAY 5

AMBER MOUNTAIN – DARAINA

After breakfast , we will drive to our next destination by exploring the famous mona lisa of the north ,the Red Tsingy. We will spend an hour about to enjoy this natural land formation before heading to the Daraina Reserve, Daraina Reserve is the last small deciduous forest where the endangered Golden-crowned Sifakas (Propithecus Tattersalli) live freely , this is one of the rarest of all lemur list as one of 25 most threatened primates in the world. Daraina reserve is only one place can find that Sifakas’s species and no where else in Madagascar. Upon arrival , check in to our hotel and have a short night walk for more wildlife experience

DAY 6

DARAINA – ANKARANA

After breakfast , we will have diurnal visit to explore the reserve for about 3 hours, home of several endemic wildlife such as lemurs, reptiles , birds. Here we might see the largest carnivore of the island known as Fosa. We will drive to Ankarana after the visit, with some stops, we will get there from the middle of thr afternoon.

DAY 7

ANKARANA

We will dedicate today to explore the rock sone forest of the Ankarana National Park . Scientifically, tsingy are erosions called lapiaz, which have resulted from rock metamorphosis caused by atmospheric pressure and variations in the earth’s temperature. The tsingy, sacred lake, path botany, canyons and sinkholes, caves of stalactites and stalagmites, bats and crocodiles , make it unique. It constitutes the biggest underground network in Africa . Back to our hotel after the visit and relax before our next destination.

DAY 8

ANKARANA – ANKIFY – NOSY BE

After breakfast we will drive to Ankify for your next destination Nosy be . Boat transfer to the perfume island. Upon arrival , one of our team will welcome you and drive to your hotel. Check in and relax

DAY 9

NOSY BE – IRANJA ISLAND – NOSY BE

After breakfast, we will have an almost full day to explore Iranja island ,an island as beautiful as few, has become in recent years a must-have destination for travelers who love exclusive places. Called the “turtle island”, has been declared by many to be one of the most spectacular places here in Africa, with its immaculate and deserted beaches, and with its waters with an enchanting aquamarine color. The magic works when the tide is low and between Nosy Iranja Be and Nosy Iranja Kely creates a passage of sand, which has made this island famous throughout the world.

DAY 10

NOSY BE

Enjoy your free day *************You can either explore the Island of Tanikely , Sakatia or whatever activities you wish to do

DAY 11

NOSY BE

Enjoy your free day *************You can either explore the Island of Tanikely , Sakatia or whatever activities you wish to do

DAY 12

NOSY BE – ANTANANARIVO

Enjoy your free day until the airport transfer 3 hours before your flight departure , for our flight back to Antananarivo. Upon arrival , our team will welcome you with a sign under your name and drive to your hotel in town.

DAY 13

FLY OUT OF THE COUNTRY

After breakfast, we will explore the best historical site of the capital , from the Queen’s Palace to the former largest open market of Africa , known as Zoma Market. By your request , we will end our visit to explore 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* )
$ 1548 per person
$ 1746 per person
$ 2310 per person
An additional charge of $120 per person will be applied if you wish to have a private tour for the island of Iranja on day 9
  • 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 mentioned transfer on the tour
  • Private tour to Emerald bay , lunch is included
  • Private speed boat transfer to Nosy be island.
  • All Accommodation based on double or twin room with breakfast
  • English - speaking guide during the whole trip (except your free day in Nosy be )
  • 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
  • Local flight by TSARADIA and International flight
  • Travel insurance

GENERAL INFORMATION FOR THIS TOURS

  • BEST TIME FOR THIS TOUR : [ All Year Around ]
  • TOUR DEPARTURE AND END : This tour will start from Antananarivo and end in Antananarivo
  • ROAD CONDITION : 95 % paved and 5 % secondary
  • PHYSICAL RATING : 4/5 – Easy - walking tours are adaptable, family Friendly tours for up to 75 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.
  • 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 bit

IS THIS TRIP RIGHT FOR YOU ?

  • This trip is of average physical grade. It consists of an 1 or 2 hours walks in the cities and 4 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 4 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
  • Aqua Shoe for your sea activities
  • 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 or good wildlife lens 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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