Departure Point: Antananarivo

Accommodation: Relais des Plateaux or an equivalent hotel

Meal Arrangement: Breakfast provided

Upon your arrival, our guide will greet you at the airport and escort you to your hotel.

Your journey on the island starts in Antananarivo, Madagascar’s lively capital, often called Tana. With a flexible schedule for the day, you can take time to unwind, get comfortable, or explore the city’s fascinating mix of architectural styles.

Main Destination: Andasibe

Accommodation: Vakona Forest Lodge or an equivalent hotel

Meal Arrangement: Breakfast Dinner provided

Following breakfast, you will proceed eastward to Andasibe, which entails a journey of approximately four hours. En route, we will visit Peyrieras Madagascar Exotic, an animal breeding facility managed by naturalist Andre Pereyras, where guests may observe nearly all species of chameleons native to Madagascar, along with leaf-tailed geckos, lemurs, Coquerel’s Sifaka, butterflies, moths, and tenrecs. The itinerary then continues to Andasibe, where the afternoon includes visits to Parc Mitsinjo or Vakona Reserve, offering opportunities to view additional wildlife such as the Indri indri, Madagascar’s largest lemur species. In the evening, you are invited to take a guided forest hike to observe nocturnal lemurs and other wildlife active during nighttime hours.

Main Destination: Andasibe

Accommodation: Vakona Forest Lodge or an equivalent hotel

Meal Arrangement: Breakfast and Dinner provided

On your third day, you’ll venture into Analamazaotra National Park, where you can see 11 unique species of lemurs and a range of other rare and endangered animals. In the afternoon, your wildlife journey takes you to Lemurs Island and Crocodile Park, giving you a chance to stroll among plant and animal life that’s truly one-of-a-kind.

Main Destination: Antsirabe

Accommodation: AroHotel or an equivalent hotel

Meal Arrangement: Breakfast

Following several days immersed in nature, Day 4 features both travel and sightseeing. Departing Andasibe early in the morning, you will travel approximately 7.5 hours through scenic valleys and rice fields to reach the vibrant city of Antsirabe. Known as ‘The city of water’ due to its thermal springs, Antsirabe offers a rich cultural experience. Upon arrival, guests will tour prominent landmarks by traditional rickshaw, providing an authentic view of the city.

Main Destination: Morondava

Accommodation: Vezo Beach or an equivalent hotel

Meal Arrangement: Breakfast and Dinner

Farewell, Antsirabe—welcome to Morondava!

Today, you’ll embark on a journey to Morondava, renowned for its river delta and the famous Alley of the Baobabs. Our adventure takes us to the Menabe region on Madagascar’s west coast.

We’ll set off early in the morning for a ten-hour drive, stopping halfway for lunch in Miandrivazo, known as the hottest spot in Madagascar.

Main Destination: Morondava, Kirindy Reserve

Accommodation: Vezo Beach or an equivalent hotel

Meal Arrangement: Breakfast and Dinner

In the morning, your guide will accompany you to witness the breathtaking sunrise at Baobab Avenue. Following this, you will enjoy a private tour of the Kirindy Reserve, a privately managed forest situated within one of Madagascar’s most threatened ecosystems—the dry deciduous forests. The reserve is home to seven lemur species, numerous endemic reptiles, diverse flora, and other unique wildlife. The guided visit will last up to two hours and includes a picnic lunch served at the Kirindy restaurant.

In the afternoon, you will participate in a private guided tour of the “Baobab in Love,” a pair of of intertwined baobab trees estimated to be 800 years old that have become emblematic of love and unity, as well as popular photo opportunities. The itinerary concludes with a transfer to Morondava city, where you are free to spend the evening at your leisure, exploring the vibrant local market, sampling Malagasy cuisine, experiencing traditional folk dance, or enjoying the sunset on the beach.

Main Destination: Morondava, The Iconic Baobab Alley

Accommodation: Vezo Beach or an equivalent hotel

Meal Arrangement: Breakfast and Dinner

Start your day with a guided morning trip through Benatia fishing village, gliding through the mangrove forest on a traditional pirogue. After enjoying this unique setting, you’ll be privately transferred back to your accommodation, where you can relax during your free time. In the late afternoon, embark on a guided tour to witness the sunset at the famous Alley of the Baobabs. This remarkable avenue is lined with massive “upside-down” trees that reach up to 30 meters tall. These impressive giants belong to the Adansonia Grandidier species, which is found only in Madagascar. Some of these incredible baobabs are thought to be around 800 years old and are locally known as ‘Renala,’ meaning “Mother of the Forest” in Malagasy.

Main Destination: Morondava to Antananarivo

Accommodation: Le Louvre Hotel and Spa or an equivalent hotel

Meal Arrangement: Breakfast 

Your private driver will pick you up today for a brief ride to the airport, where you’ll check in for your domestic flight. After approximately an hour, you’ll arrive in Antananarivo and be greeted by another driver who will escort you to your hotel. The remainder of the day is yours to unwind or venture through the city as you wish, taking advantage of your last moments in Madagascar.

End of Tour

Main Destination: Ivato Airport, Antananarivo Madagascar

Meal Arrangement: Breakfast provided

Your journey concludes with a private transfer from your accommodation to Ivato International Airport, ensuring a smooth departure for your international flight home.