Madagascar - Baobab & Tsingy Explorer
9 days
From
$ 1899
Duration9 days
Love gorgeous landscapes, unusual creatures, and exploring the outdoors? Then why haven’t you been to Madagascar? This nine-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.
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Duration: 9 daysService level: Standard
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Physical Grading: Demanding
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Ages: 12+
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Itinerary
Day 1: Antananarivo
There are no planned activities until an evening welcome meeting.
Arrive at any time.
Please note, occasionally the following itinerary may have to be shuffled due to changes with the internal flight schedules. Typically, this results in shuffling days of the itinerary around and does not cause any missed activities, destinations or experiences.
Day 2: Antananarivo/Miandrivazo
Journey through Antsirabe, the spectacular eroded hills called 'lavaka', and the lush green landscape before arriving at the farming town of Miandrivazo for the night.
Travel through the Madagascar Highlands to the village of Miandrivazo for the night.
Day 3: Miandrivazo/Kirindy Forest
Drive 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.
Day 4: 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 5: 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 6: 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 7: 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 8: 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 9: Morondava/Antananarivo
A final morning in Morondava before flying back to Antananarivo. The tour finishes on arrival in Tana.
** Flights normally depart Morondava at 2pm, but are sometimes rescheduled to 9am. The morning schedule may change accordingly **
Due to the unpredictability of local flights, if we are unable to secure your domestic flight, we will instead transport you in private vehicles. This journey can take approximately 11 hours.
The tour ends upon arrival in Antananarivo. To avoid any unnecessary issues with timing, please book ongoing travel no earlier than 8pm.
Please contact your booking agent if you would like to book post-tour accommodation.
Due to the unpredictability of local flights, if we are unable to secure your domestic flight, we will instead transport you in private vehicles. This journey can take approximately 11 hours.
The tour ends upon arrival in Antananarivo. To avoid any unnecessary issues with timing, please book ongoing travel no earlier than 8pm.
Please contact your booking agent if you would like to book post-tour accommodation.
Inclusions
Included
- Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group, Antananarivo
- 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
- Internal flight
- All transport between destinations and to/from activities
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Transport
Private minibus, Plane, Walking, 4x4, Canoe -
Accommodation
Simple hotels (4 nts), Huts (4 nts)