Private Tour: Madagascar Culture, Wildlife, Beauty

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Private Tour: Madagascar Culture, Wildlife, Beauty
Antananarivo, Andasibe, Akanin’ny nofy, Tamative , Diego Suarez – the 3 Bays, Red Tsingy, Ankarana, Nosy Be
Duration: 18 days
Group size: 1 - 12
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$5,065
Deposit: $600

About this trip

A private tour. Go solo, 2 people or invite your friends! Select your own dates. Best seasons: April-June & Mid-September-November. The weather is fine (warm, sunny, no rain), the wildlife is active; no strong wind for the visit of Emerald Sea. Baby lemurs are born in October. Due to limitations of the system, there are dates stated. Ignore that. Call or email with the dates you prefer.

This Madagascar tour is a fantastic journey to experience different ecosystems.

A comfortable relaxed pace tour of the East and the North. Abundant beauty, wildlife and R & R. Easy hikes with options for more challenges. The daily driving does not exceed 5 hours and only two internal flights. And for the return flight, it's possible to fly out directly from Nosy Be. A few airlines operate international flights from Nosy Be, including Ethiopian Airlines to Addis Ababa, South African Airlink to Johannesburg, Air Austral to Réunion.

Several national parks and reserves are visited. In addition, enjoy the idyllic and wild beaches and immersive experiences in authentic villages. Opportunities to have encounters with a few ethnic groups in the villages including the Betsimisaraka.

The Emerald Sea, located at the entrance to Diego-Suarez Bay, is a natural gem. It is a lagoon of exceptional beauty, characterized by clear turquoise waters, sandy bottoms and coral reef.

Admire the unique fauna and flora of Madagascar and enjoy wildlife viewing up-close. There will be many opportunities to observe several species of lemurs.

Park visits include: Andasibe National Park, Mantadia National Park, the Palmarium Reserve, Montagne d’Ambre National Park, Tsingy National Park, Ankarana National Park, Lokobe Reserve

This is an active tour with daily walks, however the walks are moderate level of difficulty. Relaxation time is built into the itinerary.


Trip pricing is an estimate and based upon a minimum of two (2) participants. Solo travelers please request a quote.

Highlights

  • The lush rainforests of the East and Amber Mountain

  • Walk along the splendid three bays in Diego Suarez.

  • The stunning beach of the Emerald Sea

  • Discover the beautiful Baobabs and unique geological formations of the Red and Grey Tsingy

  • A relaxing beach stay in Nosy Be, in a quiet part of the island

  • Wildlife spotting in the last forest of Nosy Be (at Lokobe reserve)

  • Motorboat on the Canal des Pangalanes

  • A day trip to the paradise island of Nosy Iranja

  • The rainforest and the Indri at the Perinet National Park

  • The discovery of the Pangalane channel

  • The lemurs and the Aye Aye at Palmarium

  • A glimpse of the nocturnal fauna

  • Explore authentic villages of the Malagasy

  • Ravintsara Wellness Resort in Nosy Be

What's Included

  • Accommodations 4* & top bungalows

  • Meals: all breakfasts, 8 lunches, 2 dinners.

  • Accompanying guide

  • Local guides in the parks

  • Airport transfers (one arrival & one departure)

  • Transport by 4WD depending on group size.

  • Private boat transfer from Ankify to Nosy Be

  • Entrance fees to parks and sites

Not Included

  • International airfare

  • Visa Fee

  • Tips to drivers, guides, and hotel porters

  • Meals other than those listed

Extend Your Trip

Madagascar Extension: Tsingy De Bemaraha, Kirindy Reserve & the famous Baobab Trees - Contact for details

Map of the trip locations

A. Antananarivo, Andasibe, Akanin’ny nofy, Tamative , Diego Suarez – the 3 Bays, Red Tsingy, Ankarana, Nosy Be

Antananarivo, Andasibe, Akanin’ny nofy, Tamative , Diego Suarez – the 3 Bays, Red Tsingy, Ankarana, Nosy Be

About your organizer

Original World, founded in 1997, offers hand-crafted immersive journeys steeped in vibrant local color and time-honored traditions. Original World is a boutique company, not a corporate conglomerate. Our services are personalized and we offer options for flexibility even within a group tour. Our small group tours feel like a private tour experience with like-minded travel companions. Explore destinations that maintain a traditional culture in India, Asia, Africa, Middle East, and Central, Northern, and Eastern Europe.

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