This 12-day trip lets you visit the cities of Antananarivo and Diego Suarez along with Montagne d'Ambre, known for its tropical rainforest and diverse wildlife.
11 nights / 12 days
Arrival in Antananarivo
Airport welcome, then transfer to the hotel. Overnight at the Sun City hotel.
Antananarivo - Ankarafantsika
We leave Antananarivo early in the morning to take the RN4 heading northwest. You will be amazed by the vastness of the scenery as we cross the famous Betsiboka River, carrying tons of laterite that give it its red color. We may spot gold prospectors around Maevatanana. Free lunch along the way, then continue towards Ankarafantsika National Park. Arrival in the early afternoon. Check in at the hotel; a night walk is possible. Dinner and overnight at the Blue Vanga Lodge.
Ankarafantsika - Majunga
Morning visit to Ankarafantsika National Park, a site renowned for its rich birdlife and its various species of chameleons and tortoises endemic to Madagascar. During the walk inside the park, we may see lemurs such as the sifaka, as well as nocturnal species and precious woods such as rosewood and sacred wood. After lunch, we continue to Majunga (2 hours' drive) and check in at the hotel. In the evening, a stroll and dinner along the famous seafront. Overnight at the Le Badamier hotel or similar.
Majunga - Antsohihy
Early morning, we leave Majunga heading north. Lunch along the way. A long leg requiring several stops to stretch our legs. Madagascar's longest and largest bridge spans the Sofia River, 30 km from Port Bergé. Expected arrival in the mid-afternoon, with a visit to this town renowned for its chromite mines before checking in at the hotel for the night. Dinner and overnight at the Le Paradisier hotel or similar.
Antsohihy - Ambilobe - Ankarana
Early morning departure towards the town of Ambanja. One stretch of track is a little difficult but offers striking scenery along the way. Late afternoon arrival, check in at the hotel. Dinner and overnight at the Relais de l'Ankarana hotel or similar.
Visit to Ankarana National Park
A hike up onto the roof of the famous Tsingy (formations of sharp limestone pinnacles) that dominate this superb park. Visit to the caves with their crystalline formations... Free picnic lunch on site, then return to the hotel towards the end of the afternoon. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.
Ankarana - Montagne d'Ambre
Breakfast, then we take the road to Montagne d'Ambre. About thirty kilometers south of the town of Diego lies Montagne d'Ambre National Park, which rises to 1,475 m and immerses us in humid tropical vegetation. An excursion within the park is recommended to discover its many species of flora and fauna. Dinner and overnight at the Nature Lodge hotel, located at the park entrance, or similar.
Montagne d'Ambre - Diego Suarez
After breakfast, a roughly 3-hour walk through primary forest to discover waterfalls, lakes, tree ferns, orchids, lemurs, chameleons and more. In the afternoon, we head to Diego. On arrival, check in at the hotel with free time. Dinner and overnight at the Central hotel or similar.
Visit to Diego Suarez
Two days of discoveries. Optionally, we can take an excursion to the 3 bays - Dunes Bay, Pigeons Bay and Sakalava Bay - as well as the Emerald Sea. Dinner and overnight at the same hotel.
Diego Suarez - Antananarivo
Transfer to the airport according to flight schedule, then flight to the capital. Airport welcome on arrival and transfer to your hotel. Dinner and overnight at the Sun City hotel or similar.
Antananarivo - Home country
Transfer to the airport according to flight schedule for the return trip to your home country. End of services.
Choose the calm and privacy of a magnificent setting while still being just steps from downtown. Hotel Tropicana consists of a group of bungalows arranged around a swimming pool. The small number of bungalows ensures peace and privacy for guests.
Located right before the park entrance, this hotel is ideally placed. The spacious rooms await you for comfortable relaxation thanks to quality bedding, a sitting area, and private bathroom facilities in every room (sheets, towels and blankets are provided). Having running water at all hours and a solar water heater is much appreciated in this small village of Mahamasina. Comfort is ensured by mosquito nets on all three windows as well as over the beds. Thanks to electricity supplied from 6pm to 10pm, you can recharge your camera or mobile phone batteries.
A recently built, hard-built property topped with a thatched roof. Tiled rooms, private bathroom facilities, a small table. Quite decent.
A hotel full of charm where you'll feel right at home. With its 6 rooms and 4 studios, all air-conditioned and equipped with a minibar, safe, satellite TV, and free wifi. Named by Le Petit Futé 2014 as Diego's best value for money. Its facilities include Le Romazava restaurant, specializing in Malagasy and European cuisine, a homeopathic pharmacy with essential oils, four-hand massage, and a hair and beauty salon.
12 bungalows made of wood and local materials. A private terrace completes each one. Every bungalow has a 25 m² room fitted with a double bed and a single bed, able to accommodate 1, 2 or 3 people, and a 12 m² bathroom with shower (hot water), sink and toilet.
Blue Vanga Lodge has six (6) bungalows, three TWIN and three DBL. Each bungalow has a private toilet with running water. As water is otherwise scarce, we ask our guests to help us conserve it. Daily housekeeping is provided, and we offer guests a laundry service, with rates displayed in each bungalow.
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 |
| Repas au restaurant (dîner et déjeuner) | Non inclus | Inclus |
| L'assurance personnelle | Non inclus | Inclus |
| Les vols internationaux et intérieurs | Non 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 |
| Voiture 4X4 avec chauffeur plus carburant depuis Tana jusqu'à Diego Suarez | Inclus | Inclus |
| Tous les transferts | Inclus | Inclus |
| Les pourboires et boissons | Non inclus | Inclus |
