10 Days Madagascar Wildlife Safari Tour
Spanning over 220,000 square miles in this 10 Days Madagascar Wildlife Safari Tour, travelers will find steep escarpments with lush tropical forests, expansive central highlands of fertile rice valleys and grassy hills, desert, shrub-lands, mangrove forests and sandy beaches. At once alien and enchanting, the island’s diverse landscape is of intrigue to all visitors. That said, the real highlight is the island’s unique wildlife . Life has been left to develop in relative isolation here, making it a biodiversity hotspot. Over 90% of its flora and fauna is found nowhere else on Earth, including one of the world’s largest lemurs, the Indri. The island is home to over 100 species and sub-species of lemur altogether.
Madagascar is a big country, and the 4th largest island in the world. It’s capital, Antananarivo (a.k.a. Tana), lies in the country’s center. Though we like Tana as an introduction to Malagasy culture and history, this city has notoriously terrible traffic and is most commonly used as a jumping off point between wildlife locations elsewhere in the country.
From Tana, you will look to the far reaches of the country’s circumference to find the most iconic points of interest. But accessing these far away areas can prove to be a challenge, in large part due to the national airline (Tsaradia) being unreliable, and the roads unmaintained. We find the best way to explore Madagascar is by incorporating charter flights (either scheduled or private), in order to eliminate long stretches of bumpy road or uncertain flight schedules. Of course, the cost of a chartered flight is higher than driving or flying on the national carrier, so we can work with you to shape the best itinerary for your budget, interests, and time frame.
Apart from Tana in the center, we can look at Madagascar in 4 areas: East, South, West, North & Islands.
East – Here you will find highland forests, which are very wet. Enjoy viewing an incredible number of unique animals while exploring parks such as Andasibe, Mantadia, and Masoala.
South – Isalo National Park boasts beautiful hilly and rocky landscapes, offering plenty of opportunity for hiking. Beyond this, we adore both Madagascar Classic Collection camps and areas. Mandrare River Camp is a safari-style camp through and through with proper tented camps and the fully inclusive lifestyle we safari-goes have become accustomed to. The spiny forest, salty Lake Anony, opportunity for cultural interaction, and incredible array of wildlife make this location unique. It’s sister camp, Manafiafy Beach & Rainforest Lodge, offers excellent birding and rainforest species on a stunning stretch of private beach.
West – The west is fairly dry compared to the rest of the country. Within this region you will find incredibly diverse landscapes ranging from the rugged Tsingy de Bemaraha Nature Reserve, to the iconic Avenue of the Baobabs.
Tour Highlights
- The Urbanized city to shop and visit handcraft market.
- Spend some time with the magical lemurs.
- Boost your adrenaline rush at Lokaro Bay.
- Witness the azure colour of the Indian Ocean
- Enjoy amazing vegetation and flora of the region
Day 1:Â Antananarivo
Your 10 Days Madagascar Wildlife Safari Tour begins with an arrival at Ivato airport. You will meet your travel companion there who will later transfer you to the booked accommodation at Antananarivo. The capital city of Madagascar is a multihued attraction offering you a variety of entertainment and leisure activities. Check-in to your hotel and the day is free for your leisure
Breakfast
Day 2: Antananarivo-Berenty
Today after breakfast, get ready to board your flight to Fort Dauphin. On arrival, meet our representative and get transferred to Berenty private reserve. This reserve is one of Madagascar’s premier tourist destinations that have attracted tourists from all walks of life. Berenty reserve has been the focus of scientific research on lemurs for more than 40 years. The reserve has been built to protect the lemurs and their natural environment. En route you can discover the Anosy region of south eastern Madagascar where you can witness luxurious landscape, carnivorous plants and endemic palm tree. Make a stopover on the road and explore steles and stony memorial which depicts the stories of the ancestors. By night you will depart for a night walk in Berenty reserve and witness many nocturnal lemur species on the way. Return back and overnight stay at your booked property in Berenty.
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Day 3: Berenty Reserve
Have your breakfast at your booked property and then depart for a guided tour in the private reserve. Get ready to see diverse species of Lemurs such as ring-tailed lemurs, ‘dancing’ Verreaux’s sifakas, tortoises and variety of birds. Then head to visit the Bamboo forest inside the reserve which will impress you to the core. While on your tour you will come across an interesting museum that depicts the life of the local tribe – the Antandroy. Get to know about their diverse culture, listen to their stories and make the most of your trip. Return back by evening and prepare yourself for dinner and overnight stay.
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Day 4: Berenty-Fort Dauphin
Munch in your breakfast and return back to Fort Dauphin. The day is at leisure. Overnight stay at your booked hotel in Fort Dauphin
Breakfast
Dinner
Day 5: Fort Dauphin – Protuguese islet
Next day have your breakfast and depart to Andriambe Lake which is situated 7 km from Fort Dauphin. En route you will come across Efaho River which is bordered of rice fields and mountains. Reach Portuguese Islet which is an historic site of the entire region. While on your tour witness the passage of the sailors-the islet, also called ‘Santa Cruz’. It was built in 1505 and the site is fit for rambles where you will enjoy amazing vegetation and flora. Continue your journey to Ambinanibe beach which is one of the famous spot with un spoilt and radiant beach housing huge sand dunes. Explore the village where you can get to know about the life of fishermen. Enjoy the view of the sunset and make the most of your trip. By evening return back for delicious dinner and overnight stay.
Breakfast
Dinner
Day 6: Fort Dauphin- Lokaro Bay
Today your day is fixed for your tour to Lokaro Bay. Located in the north of Fort Dauphin, Lokaro Bay is a popular spot where you can spend your time with your family and friends. Come across marshes and mangroves, creeks of white sand, forest of Ravinalas and badamiers and other places. You can indulge in snorkeling and swimming in Lokaro Bay and admire the beauty of the entire place. Return back by evening and overnight stay at the hotel in Fort Dauphin.
Breakfast
Dinner
Day 7: Fort Dauphin
Today after breakfast, your day is at leisure. If you’re an adventure freak, try your hands in nautical activities such as surfing, snorkeling, swimming, diving and kite surfing that will keep you enthralled all day long. Spend some time at the pristine beaches and make your trip worthwhile. Spend your evening having lip smacking dinner and later for an overnight stay at your booked hotel
Breakfast
Dinner
Day 8: Fort Dauphin-Antananarivo
After breakfast pack your bags and get ready to transfer to Antananarivo. Meet our representative who will escort you to the airport. From there reach Antananarivo and rest of the day is at leisure. Dinner and overnight stay at your booked hotel
Breakfast
Dinner
Day 9: Departure
Your 10 Days Madagascar Wildlife Safari Tour ends with your departure to the airport. If time permits, you may take a city tour or visit a handicraft market from where you can buy gifts back home. Meet our representative who will transfer you to the airport and from board the flight for your onward destination.
(approx. 17h00)..
Price per Person = 391 USD
Included
- Meet on arrival at Ivato, the International airport of Antananarivo
- Domestic flights where applicable
- Transfers airport – hotel / port or vice versa as specified in the itinerary
- All transport during the tour in air conditioned vehicles with English speaking driver/guide
- Accommodation in hotels as specified in the itinerary.
- All meals as indicated in the itinerary
- All guide fees and park/reserve entrance fees
- Assistance and first emergency care during the stay, details available on request
- Night Walk in Berenty Reserve
- Guided Tour at Berenty Reserve
- Visit to Andohaela Park
- Visit to Portugese Islet
- Visit to Lokaro Bay
- City tour of Antananarivo
- Visit of Handicraft Market at Antananarivo
Excluded
- Scheduled flights
- Purchases of a personal nature
- Alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks (cash bar only)
- Meals not specified in the itinerary
- Any activity not specified in the itinerary
- Gratuities
- Visa fees if required
