Madagascar - Baobab & Tsingy Explorer
8 days
From
$ 1199
Duration8 days
Love gorgeous landscapes, unusual creatures, and exploring the outdoors? Then why haven’t you been to Madagascar? This eight-day adventure introduces you to Africa’s remote island paradise by way of Bekopaka’s famed Baobab Alley, the nocturnal creatures of Kirindy Reserve, the stunning weathered rock formations of the Tsingy de Bemaraha Strict Nature Reserve, a canoe ride to caves along the Manambolo River, and maybe even encounters with the odd lemur. Madagascar is one of the most otherworldly places on Earth; you may not even believe it when you see it.
This tour is operated by
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Duration: 8 daysService level: Standard
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Physical Grading: Demanding
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Ages: 12+
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Itinerary
Day 1: Morondava
There are no planned activities until an evening welcome meeting.
Arrive at any time.
Please contact your booking agent if you would like to book pre-tour accommodation or road transfer to Morondava.
Day 2: Morondava/Kirindy Forest
An early start to the day to see the sunrise at the Baobab Alley. Continue to Kirindy Forest Reserve, where you may be lucky enough to spot the giant jumping rat, or Fossa, the largest carnivore on the island. This evening, enjoy a night walk, the highlight of a visit to Kirindy.
Meals: D
Day 3: Kirindy Forest/Bekopaka
Load into 4x4's and head out on sandy roads heading north to Bekopaka, before arriving cross the Tsiribihina and Manambolo rivers by local ferry.
Continue to Bekopaka, our gateway to the National Park of Tsingy de Bemaraha.
End place: Bekopaka
Meals: B, D
Day 4: Tsingy de Bemaraha National Park
Start place: Tsingy de Bemaraha National Park
Morning canoe adventure on the Manambolo River, with an afternoon exploring the Little Tsingy's.
End place: Tsingy de Bemaraha National Park
Meals: B, D
Day 5: Tsingy de Bemaraha National Park
Start place: Tsingy de Bemaraha National Park
Enjoy a full day exploring the peculiar rock formations of the 'Great Tsingy'.
Hiking the Great Tsingy is more adventurous than the Little Tsingy and involves sections of scrambling on exposed rocks, crossing hanging bridges and large vertical drops. It is not technically difficult, but should not be attempted by the faint hearted or those suffering from vertigo. (The panoramic views are worth the effort though.) If you do not want to visit Great Tsingy on this day, there are alternatives to spend an additional day in Little Tsingy.
End place: Tsingy de Bemaraha National Park
Meals: B, D
Day 6: Bekopaka/Morondava
Start place: Bekopaka
The sandy track leads back to Morondava passing through Baobab Alley in time for sunset.
A full day driving back to Morondava, stopping for sunset at the Baobab Alley.
Meals: B
Day 7: Morondava
Opt for a group farewell dinner as the trip draws to an end.
Free day in Morondava to relax on the beach, visit the local market, or explore five species of mangroves in a dugout canoe.
Day 8: Morondava
Depart at any time.
Flights out of Morondava can be unpredictable, and the flights times have been known to change. To avoid any unnecessary issues with timing, please book flights out of Antananarivo no earlier than 8pm.
Please contact your booking agent if you would like to book post-tour accommodation or a road transfer from Morondava back to Tana.
Please contact your booking agent if you would like to book post-tour accommodation or a road transfer from Morondava back to Tana.
Inclusions
Included
- Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group, Morondava
- Sunrise and sunset at Baobab Alley
- 4x4 journey between Morondava, Kirindy and Bekopaka
- Guided night walk in Kirindy Reserve
- Tsingy de Bemaraha Strict Nature Reserve guided visit
- Canoe excursion on the Manambolo River
- All transport between destinations and to/from activities
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Transport
Private minibus, Walking, 4x4, Canoe -
Accommodation
Simple hotels (3 nts), Huts (4 nts)