Join this 13-day tour of Madagascar and discover its east and north regions. See lemurs in Andasibe, kitesurf in Diego Suarez, explore tsingy in Ankarana and relax on Nosy Komba.
This is a 13-day adventure tour of the east and north of Madagascar, where you will experience the wildlife, culture and landscapes of this diverse island. You will start in Antananarivo, the capital city, and then drive to Andasibe National Park, home to the largest lemur, the Indri Indri. You will also visit the Vakona domain, where you can see different species of lemurs and crocodiles. Next, you will fly to Diego Suarez, a former pirate port with a rich history and stunning scenery. You will enjoy marine activities such as kitesurfing and whale watching in the Sakalava bay. Then, you will drive to Ankarana National Park, where you will explore the unique rock formations known as tsingy and the underground rivers. Finally, you will take a boat to Nosy Komba, a paradise island with sandy beaches and snorkeling opportunities. You will also visit Nosy Iranja, an eco-lodge island where you can see dolphins and whales. You will end your tour in Nosy Be, where you will fly back to Antananarivo.
Day 1 : Arrival to Antananarivo
Depending on your arrival time, you will move to the hotel to relax. In the evening, you will have the opportunity to enjoy a good meal prepared by a great Chef at the Varangue restaurant.
Hotel : La Varangue
https://www.hotel-restaurant-lavarangue-tananarive.com/
DAY 2 – To Andasibe National Park
After breakfast you will leave for a four to five hours drive to Andasibe in the east of the country. The Andasibe – Mantadia park located there is the habitat of the largest of the lemurs : the Indri Indri.
You can take an evening walk here (optional) where you have a chance to spot the night active animals like mouse lemur, chameleon, gecko and tree frog.
Hotel : Mantadia Lodge
https://mantadialodge.com/
DAY 3 : Andasibe National Park
Throughout the morning you will hike through the park with a guide. The Indri Indri are bound to be seen, but you also have a chance to see bamboo lemurs, brown lemurs and the largest of the chameleons : the Parsons chameleon. After lunch, you may want to visit the Vakona domain.
An island located there houses a sanctuary for lemurs. Here you can photograph the previously spotted animals very well. You can see the brown and the black and white ruffed lemur as well as the dancing sifaka. On the other side of the property is a former crocodile farm. The lake still holds dozens of these prehistoric monsters.
Hotel : Mantadia Lodge
https://mantadialodge.com/
DAY 4 : To Antananarivo
After meeting the Indri Indri Lemurs, you will take the road back to the capital, Antananarivo. You will be able to leave a little late in the day to enjoy the peace and quiet in your sumptuous hotel before admiring the lush landscape of the National Road 2.
Once in Antananarivo, you will stay in a hotel near the airport to facilitate your transfer the next day.
Hotel : Relais des plateaux
http://www.relais-des-plateaux.com/en/home/
Day 5 : Flight to Diego Suarez
Diego Suarez is located in the north of Madagascar and is renowned for its typical culture, its spicy seafood gastronomy and its exceptional landscape. You will take a domestic flight to this beautiful city and stay in a charming hotel.
Several surprise activities will be proposed to you depending on the arrival time of the flight.
Hotel : Kite Paradise
https://www.kiteparadise-madagascar.com/suite-baobab
Day 6 : Marine day in Diego
During this day in Diego Suarez, you will have the opportunity to participate in different marine activities such as kitsurfing in the Sakalava bay.
The meals will be based on zebu or sea products.
Hotel : Kite Paradise
https://www.kiteparadise-madagascar.com/
Day 7 : Departure to Ankarana
Early in the morning, you will leave Diego Suarez to join the city of Ankarana by 4X4 car. You will enjoy an exceptional landscape in the heart of a wild nature (The famous Tsingy Rouge).
In the evening, you will settle in a charming hotel, Ankarana Lodge.
Hotel : Iharana Bushcamp
https://iharanabushcamp.com/
Day 8 : Activities in Ankarana
Located in the north of Madagascar, the Ankarana National Park is a real jewel of nature renowned for its network of underground rivers : the largest in Africa. With a unique ecosystem, this protected area promises adventure and discovery ! This day in Ankarana will be dedicated to the visit of the Great Tsingy, where you will find a multitude of animals endemic to Madagascar.
In the evening, you will rest in your hotel.
Hotel : Iharana Bushcamp
https://iharanabushcamp.com/
Day 9 : To Nosy Komba
Nosy Komba is a small paradise island in the north of Madagascar. Travelers appreciate this place for its tranquility, its fine sandy beaches and its snorkelling activities with a great variety of marine species.
During your stay on this island, you will eat as much seafood as you want, rest as much as you want and dive as much as you want… the dream !
Hotel : Coco Komba
https://www.coco-komba.com/
Day 10 / Day 11 : Nosy Komba
You will stay on this beautiful island to appreciate the sea animals and more surprising activities. If you like beautiful beaches and relaxing days away from it all, this place is perfect for you.
Hotel : Coco Komba
https://www.coco-komba.com/
Day 12 : Back to Antananarivo
You will take a domestic flight to Antananarivo and will appreciate a nice activity in the capital depending the flight arrival.
The evening, you will have a rest in a nice hotel and will have a delicious diner in the famous La Varangue Restaurant.
Hotel : La Varangue
https://www.hotel-restaurant-lavarangue-tananarive.com/
Day 13 : City Tour in Antananarivo
After having enjoyed the animals of the park in the East and the beach in the North, it would be a shame not to discover the Malagasy capital despite its effervescence. We promise not to take you to the center where everything is noisy. We suggest a historical walk where you will learn more about the Malagasy culture.
In the evening, you will have a rest in a hotel located next to the airport.
Hotel : Le Relais des Plateaux
https://www.relais-des-plateaux.com/
Day 14 : Flight back
