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14 days tour

Highlights Of Madagascar

$ 2,239 .30 USD

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Highlights Of Madagascar

This tour includes:

Accommodation

Simple hotels (13 nts).

Hygieneprotocol

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Transport

Private vehicle, plane, walking.

Meals

1 lunch

Guide

CEO (Chief Experience Officer), driver throughout, local guides.

Others

Your G for Good Moment: Soa Zara Tree Planting Project, Ranohira Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group Your Discover Moment: Ifaty. Andasibe Indri Special Reserve guided walk. Paper Factory Visit. Anja Reserve walk. Isalo National Park visit. Walking Near Antsirabe. Andasibe-Perinet National Park Guided Walk. Free time in Ifaty. Internal flight. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.

Not included:

Insurance

Insurance is not included. Travel insurance is required for this tour. Please make sure you are adequately covered. If you require travel insurance, TourRadar has partnered up with World Nomads to provide a hassle-free experience. More information can be found here ( https://www.tourradar.com/travel-insurance ).

Flights

International flights are not included

Optional

Other activities and services are not included

Others

1.DOMESTIC FLIGHTS Please note that there are limited domestic flight options for our internal flights during the trip - we are at mercy of the national flight schedule, which often is only released 5 months at a time. Though there is normally one flight a day to and from each centre, we have designed the itinerary around past and current flight departure times. However, these times may change and this may result in a slight adjustment in the itinerary in order for us to match up our trip itinerary with this local constraint. Typically, this results in shuffling days of the itinerary around and does not cause any missed activities, destinations or experiences. Please be aware that your passport must be valid at least 6 months from your day of departure from Madagascar. 2. DRONES Drones are NOT allowed in Madagascar at all, and the use of one can result in fines, or even imprisonment. Please do not bring your drone with you. 3. VACCINATIONS It may be required to show a Yellow Fever certificate upon entering the country visited. Please check in with your local health expert for advice on Yellow Fever and other inoculations required for this area. 5. MONEY EXCHANGE Please note that there are limited ATMs or options for exchanging money in Morondava. Foreign currency is also not accepted in most places. It is best to bring sufficient local currency from Antananarivo. 6. ACCOMMODATION NOTE Please be aware that properties we stay in with only two stories may not have elevators installed and climbing the stairs with your luggage will be necessary. 7. This is not a physically demanding journey; however, travelling can be difficult, with long drives and poor road conditions at times. Despite this, most clients feel that the diversity of Madagascarโ€™s landscape, culture and wildlife are all well worth the experience.Antananarivo - Queenโ€™s Palace Visit (15000MGA per person) - The Prime Ministerโ€™s Palace Visit (20000MGA per person) - Tsarasaotra Bird Park (25000MGA per person) - Antananarivo City Tour - Mitsinjo Park (35000-50000MGA per person) Ifaty - Snorkelling (65000MGA per person) - Reniala Spiny Forest Reserve Visit (65000MGA per person) - Dugout Canoe Ride (55000MGA per person) - Quad Biking (290000MGA per person) - Diving Ambalavao - Silk Factory Visit (2EUR per person) Ranomafana National Park - Ranomafana National Park Visit - Thermal Pool Swim (15000MGA per person) - Town Visit Andasibe - Vondronโ€™olona Ifotony Reserve (45000MGA per person) - Andasibe-Perinet National Park Guided Walk (Afternoon) (75000MGA per person)

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Itinerary of your trip Highlights Of Madagascar

  • Day 1 Day 1: Antananarivo
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Antananarivo

      Arrive at any time.
      There are no planned activities until an evening welcome meeting. If you arrive early, we recommend speaking with the hotel reception to learn more about available activities around the area.

      Included Activities:
      - Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group

      Optional Extras to chose from:
      - Antananarivo City Tour
  • Day 2 Day 2: Antananarivo/Ifaty
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Antananarivo/Ifaty

      Travel by private vehicle to the airport for your flight to Ifaty. Upon arrival there will be free time for optional activities in this gorgeous beach area. From diving and snorkelling, to quad biking and the well-known Spiny Forest, there are so many opportunities for adventure.
      Continue on to Ifaty today via plane where you will get to relax and enjoy the breathtaking beaches of the Mozambican Channel.

      While in Ifaty, opt to ride in a dugout canoe, visit the spiny forest reserve, go snorkelling or diving on the reef, or simply relax on the beach.

      Transport:
      - Private Vehicle 01:00 Hr(s)
      - Plane 02:00 Hr(s)

      Additional Notes: Please note that flight times between these destinations will change depending on the month of travel. Sometimes you will be rising very early, before the sun, and other times the wake-up will be at a normal time.
  • Day 3 Day 3: Ifaty
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Ifaty

      Sit back for a full day of free time for optional activities in paradise. Opt for some hiking or hit the beach.
  • Day 4 Day 4: Ifaty
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Ifaty

      Take advantage of one last free day in Ifaty and participate in one of the many area excursions. Perhaps try some diving off the coast in search of colourful life under the sea, or simply relax in the sand for one more awesome beach day.
  • Day 5 Day 5: Ifaty/Ranohira
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5: Ifaty/Ranohira

      Drive through the desert landscape, viewing Mahafaly tombs and giant baobab trees en route from the beautiful Mozambican Channel beaches of Ifaty to Ranohira. In the afternoon, visit the G Adventures supported tree planting project which is creating a green corridor to protect the biodiversity of Isalo National Park.
      Drive to Ranohira and through a landscape characterized by vast Savannah stretching to the horizon and lined by impressive mountain ranges crossing the centre of the sapphire region. According to experts of precious stones, this area is among the few places on Earth that is still rich in precious stones. On the way, you will also notice a number of Mahafaly tombsโ€”belonging to a local tribe in Madagascarโ€”they were built for chiefs and kings, and are covered in stones, sculptures, and horns. The more important the deceased, the more horns and statues the tomb is adorned with. As those tombs ares sacred sites, we will just be passing by, and photography is not/rarely permitted. While here, please follow the instructions of your CEO carefully.

      Transport:
      - Private Vehicle 07:00 Hr(s)

      Included Activities:
      - Soa Zara Tree Planting Project
  • Day 6 Day 6: Ranohira
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 6: Ranohira

      Spend the day exploring Isalo National park on foot. After a short trek in a small canyon, the group will take a break from the sun and stop at a fresh natural swimming pool. Then, continue walking to the "cascades", considered among the best waterfalls in Madagascar and boasting another large natural swimming pool. If you are lucky you may see sifaka, brown lemurs, or ring-tailed lemurs.
      In the morning, pack a lunch to take into the park with you to eat during a picnic break later in the day - your CEO can help you arrange this. Between September and October (in the most arid zones), you can witness the pachypodium blooms.

      Included Activities:
      - Isalo National Park Visit
  • Day 7 Day 7: Ranohira/Ambalavao
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 7: Ranohira/Ambalavao

      Enjoy a scenic journey heading north. Stop along the way at Anja Park to observe the wildlife in a reserve managed by the local community with many historical and cultural ties.
      As you travel to your next destination, stop for a visit of Anja Park and enjoy the areaโ€™s wildlife. Continue enjoying the wonderful changes of landscape along the way to the pleasant rural town of Ambalavao.

      Visit a little paper factory where the locals will share their traditional methods of producing this unique, hand-made paper.

      If time allows, opt to visit a silk factory in town and learn about the local way of making fabric or clothing from silk, and the process of dyeing it with natural dyes.

      Transport:
      - Private Vehicle 05:00 Hr(s)

      Included Activities:
      - Anja Reserve Walk
      - Paper Factory Visit
  • Day 8 Day 8: Ambalavao/Ranomafana
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 8: Ambalavao/Ranomafana

      Travel to Ranomafana today, a little village named after the hot springs in the valley. The nearby national park is one of the most important mammal sites in Madagascar. Set out on a short or long hike through the forest of the park and get a feel for the incredible wildlife of the area. In the afternoon enjoy free time to soak in one of the hot springs, explore on your own, or relax at your accommodations.


      Transport:
      - Private Vehicle 04:00 Hr(s)
  • Day 9 Day 9: Ranomafana/Antsirabe
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 9: Ranomafana/Antsirabe

      Leave the rainforest of Ranomafana behind and travel by private vehicle to the colonial town of Antsirabe passing rice paddies along the way. To break up the drive the group will stop in Ambositra, a quaint town known for its woodcrafts. Spend free time here and eat lunch on your own before continuing onwards to the thermal city surrounded by volcanic lakes.


      Transport:
      - Private Vehicle 09:00 Hr(s)
  • Day 10 Day 10: Antsirabe (1L)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 10: Antsirabe (1L)

      Spend the whole day exploring the local life and communities of the Antsirabe highlands. Travel to Anjazafotsy for the start of the group walk. Choose between the longer or shorter option for this trail and visit villages along the route where youโ€™ll witness daily activities. Enjoy a traditional Madagascar lunch and in the afternoon opt for a cooking lesson to learn how to prepare famous Koba. Arrive back to Antsirabe in the early evening for free time.


      Meals Included:
      - Lunch

      Included Activities:
      - Walking Near Antsirabe
      - Cooking Class - Antsirabe

      Additional Notes: Please note the cooking class is only available for those who choose to do the shorter walking option today. If you choose the longer hike, you will meet up with the rest of the group back at the hotel in the evening.
  • Day 11 Day 11: Antsirabe/Andasibe
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 11: Antsirabe/Andasibe

      Travel to Andasibe and Perinet National Park with scenic stops en route. Stay in a quiet area near Andasibe which is great base for exploring the Indri Special Reserve section of this massive landscape. The journey will take most of the day, but upon arrival, the group will have the option to go on an easy night walk alongside the park to observe wildlife like, frogs, reptiles, mice, and lemurs.


      Transport:
      - Private Vehicle 09:00 Hr(s)
  • Day 12 Day 12: Andasibe
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 12: Andasibe

      Spend the day exploring Andasibe-Analamazaotra national park and the Indri Special Reserve located 1.5km (0.93 mi) from the town of Andasibe. One of the parkโ€™s primary purposes is to protect the natural habitat of the indri, a large black and white diurnal species that feeds on leaves and fruit. In addition to the indri, the park has 10 other diurnal and nocturnal lemur species, large chameleons, and the rarely seen blue coua.
      The flora in this park is just as spectacular, with numerous species of trees, palms, and orchids (which flower in October/November).

      Included Activities:
      - Andasibe-Perinet National Park Guided Walk
  • Day 13 Day 13: Andasibe/Antananarivo
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 13: Andasibe/Antananarivo

      Travel by private vehicle to Antananarivo. Spend free time here before an optional last night out on the town with the whole group. There are many places to choose from and your CEO can help you with suggestions.


      Transport:
      - Private Vehicle 05:00 Hr(s)
  • Day 14 Day 14: Antananarivo
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 14: Antananarivo

      Depart at any time.


      Included Activities:
      - Departure Day
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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Basic

Almost everyone is fit for these activities. Every hike or physical exercise last less than 30 minutes, such as paragliding and horseback riding. Please ask about specific conditions.

Age range

Age range

Min: 12 / Max: 70

Age range allowed for this experience.

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