This 14-day tour from Antananarivo-Andasibe to Tulear lets you visit the paradise sites of the Great Island. Along the way, you'll have the chance to discover local craftsmanship...
13 nights / 14 days
Antananarivo - Andasibe
After breakfast, we head towards Andasibe. Along the way we stop to visit the Peyrieras Reserve: geckos, butterflies, crocodiles, Verreaux's sifaka lemurs, reptiles and chameleons - the visit lasts about an hour. Lunch, then we continue on to Perinet. On arrival, check in at the hotel, and in the afternoon we visit the private Vakona Reserve ("Lemur Island"), where it's easy to get close to and enjoy the lemurs. After the visit, return to the hotel. Dinner and overnight at the Feon'ny Ala hotel or similar.
Park visit and Antananarivo
Breakfast, then a half-day exploring Mantadia National Park, home to numerous forest species, most notably the Indri-Indri, the largest lemur on the island. After the visit we return to our hotel for lunch. In the afternoon, we leave Andasibe and head to Antananarivo. Check in at the hotel. Dinner and overnight at the Sun City hotel or similar.
Antananarivo - Antsirabe
In the morning, we leave Antananarivo by car for Antsirabe, crossing pretty highland scenery with its terraced rice paddies. We stop in Ambatolampy to visit a recycled aluminum foundry. On arrival in Antsirabe, we check in at the hotel. We then visit the town, the semi-precious stone-cutting workshops, and craftspeople hand-making the splendid embroidered tablecloths that are one of Madagascar's trademarks. Note that we can also take a rickshaw ride. Dinner and overnight at the Hasina hotel or similar.
Antsirabe - Ambositra - Fianarantsoa (240 km, approx. 6 hours)
Departure from Antsirabe after breakfast. Arrival in Ambositra after a 2-hour drive, the "town of Malagasy craftsmanship". Visit workshops producing Malagasy arts and crafts, notably marquetry, and browse the boutiques. We continue after lunch and arrive in Fianarantsoa after a 4-hour drive. Check in at the hotel. Dinner and overnight at the Mahamanina hotel or similar.
Fianarantsoa - Manakara by train
An early breakfast as the train departs at 7am; the car drops us at the station before heading for Manakara. The scenery is fabulous, and at each stop villagers sell their local specialties - be sure to grab a snack. Arrival in Manakara 7 to 8 hours later, where our car will be waiting at the station for the transfer to the hotel. Dinner and overnight at Les Antemoro hotel or similar.
Visit to the Pangalanes Canal
Breakfast, then departure for a dugout canoe excursion along the Pangalanes Canal to a fishing village, with a visit to a vanilla plantation and an essential oil distillery. Our canoe guide prepares a meal for us on site. Possibility of swimming in the Indian Ocean. Return to Manakara in the afternoon. Dinner and overnight at the same hotel.
Manakara - Ranomafana
Departure for Ranomafana after breakfast. We cross lush green scenery dotted with traveler's palms (ravinala). On arrival, check in at the hotel and lunch. In the afternoon, a walking visit of the village: the hot spring baths, where you can bathe if you wish. We plan a night visit to the park. Overnight at the Yhary hotel or similar.
Ranomafana - Ambalavao
Breakfast, then departure for a morning visit to Ranomafana National Park. After the visit, we head to Ambalavao, the "town of wine", with lunch on site and a visit to the Antaimoro paper-making workshop, the town's specialty. Dinner and overnight at Aux Bougainvillier hotel or similar.
Ambalavao - Andringitra
Transfer to Andringitra after breakfast. Andringitra is located 47 km south of Ambalavao. We begin a roughly 3 to 4-hour hike accompanied by porters and a local guide, climbing to the campsite at the foot of the cliff, at 2,050 m altitude. Admire the panoramic view of the cliff and the two waterfalls, Riandahy and Riambavy. Overnight camping.
Andringitra - Ambalavao - Ranohira
After breakfast, we climb towards Pic Boby for a 2-hour walk, its altitude ranging between 650 and 2,658 m. Magnificent scenery awaits us along the walk. Return to the parking area, then we continue our journey, stopping at the Anja village reserve for a one-hour visit. We continue on, crossing the beautiful scenery of the south. Arrival in Ranohira (Isalo). Check in at the hotel. Dinner and overnight at Les Toiles de l'Isalo hotel or similar.
Visit to Isalo National Park
Departure after breakfast for a visit to Isalo National Park. This walk requires sturdy shoes. We follow the Namaza circuit trail, where we can see numerous lemurs, then continue on to the Blue Pool and the Black Pool, as well as the Nymphs' Waterfall. To unwind after this tiring day, we can take a swim in the natural pool. We then head back. Dinner and overnight at the same hotel.
Ranohira - Tuléar - Ifaty
We leave Ranohira for Ifaty. We stop at the Antsokay Arboretum for a one-hour visit, a botanical garden with over 900 species of plants endemic to the south of the island. Lunch in Tuléar, then we continue on to Ifaty. Dinner and overnight at the Ifaty Beach Club hotel or similar.
Ifaty
A day of relaxation. Several optional activities are available: snorkeling or scuba diving, an excursion into the baobab forest, and more. Dinner and overnight at the same hotel.
Ifaty - Tuléar - Antananarivo
After breakfast, transfer to the airport, then flight to Antananarivo. End of services.
Compact and comfortable, this hotel is perfectly located in the heart of Antsirabe. Right on the main road and well situated on the town-center avenue, this two-star hotel is just steps from the thermal spa center, administrative offices, insurance agencies, banks, and the post office. Should you need shopping centers or boutiques, you'll easily find them, as the property is close to souvenir shops, tea rooms, and various stores. Free wifi internet access.
The Hotel Mahamanina has 22 rooms, each different from the others, offering unbeatable value for money in the town. Located in a neighborhood set slightly back from the town center, the Hotel Mahamanina offers an excellent balance between daytime city buzz and unshakeable tranquility once night falls. Dining is not left out either - the hotel has a restaurant that can seat close to 40 guests. Our European and Malagasy dishes will delight your taste buds, all while keeping excellent value for money. Business travelers are also catered for: we offer a meeting room with free internet access as well as a catering service to treat participants after a day of training. The hotel has recently made free wifi internet access available to its guests.
The bungalows are simple but comfortable. Antemoro Hotel welcomes you to a magnificent, wild setting. Nature is yours here - you feel alone in the world, facing the Indian Ocean.
The hotel comprises a few concrete bungalows offering sufficient comfort, with views over a wide river. It is well located, allowing you to reach the village of Ranomafana on foot.
The hotel's location offers a magnificent view over the foothills of the Park, just a hundred meters' walk from the village. It is very peaceful here, and the welcome is very warm.
The bungalows have an attractive exterior; the grounds are well kept with flowers, and... with its "craft" boutiques, right in the heart of town.
Excellent services at this recent hotel, superbly located right on the water. The bungalows are comfortable, tastefully decorated, and very clean. The staff are attentive and friendly. A beachfront hotel close to the village and botanical parks, with a beachside swimming pool and free wifi for guests. This property offers whale-watching safaris from June to September, as well as quad bike and kitesurf rentals, and more.
A&C is a luxurious hotel located five minutes from Ivato International Airport. Shining with its three stars, the setting is nestled in a calm and peaceful neighborhood. The hotel complex features two large restaurants and bars, two large reception halls, rooms spread across four categories, a spa, and also a spacious sports and leisure area. A large secure parking lot with capacity for 70 cars.
| Included / Not included | Standard | Luxury |
|---|---|---|
| Guide accompagnateur | Inclus | Inclus |
| Matériel de camping | Inclus | Inclus |
| Repas au restaurant (dîner et déjeuner) | Non inclus | Inclus |
| L'assurance personnelle | Non inclus | Inclus |
| Les vols internationaux et intérieurs | Non inclus | Inclus |
| Tous les transferts aéroport – hôtel | Inclus | Inclus |
| Hébergement en chambre double avec petits déjeuners | Inclus | Inclus |
| L'entrée et le frais de guidage dans tous les parcs nationaux et réserves | Non inclus | Inclus |
| Billets de train en première classe Fianarantsoa - Manakara | Inclus | Inclus |
| Excursion en pirogue sur le Canal des Pangalanes à Manakara (déjeuner pique-nique compris) | Inclus | Inclus |
| Les activités en option à Ifaty | Non inclus | Inclus |
| Les pourboires et boissons | Non inclus | Inclus |
| Voiture 4x4 avec chauffeur guide depuis Morondava | Inclus | Inclus |
| Porteurs pour Andringitra | Inclus | Inclus |
| Pension complète pour Andringitra | Inclus | Inclus |
