10-Day Adventure And Natural Tour of Southwest Madagascar
Highlights
Antsirabe, Miandrivazo, Kirindy Mitea National Park, Bekopaka, Tsingy de Bemaraha, Morondava
Locations Covered
Antsirabe, Miandrivazo, Kirindy Mitea National Park, Bekopaka, Tsingy de Bemaraha, Morondava
safari, trekking, adventure sports
Private Tour
10 Days
Hard
English, French
Description
Admire the stunning turquoise waters of Tritriva, a volcanic lake framed by lush greenery. Embark on a Kirindy night tour to experience the forest's magical nocturnal wildlife, then explore during the day for vibrant sights like lemurs and unique birds. Conquer the challenging trails of the Grand Tsingy, taking in breathtaking views, and wander through the maze-like landscapes of the Petit Tsingy.
Itinerary
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Day 1: Arrival in Madagascar
- Arrival in Madagascar
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Day 2: Tana – Antsirabe
- After a good breakfast, head to the water city passing through beautiful terraced rice field landscapes.
- Arrive in Ambatolampy, visit an aluminum foundry where kitchen utensils like pots, ladles, salt shakers, etc., are made. You may stop along the way if you find places of interest.
Activity: Foundry
Hotel: Les Chambres du Voyageur
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Day 3: Antsirabe – Miandrivazo and visit the famous Tritriva Lake
- On the way, visit the famous Tritriva Lake, which tells the love story of Malagasy Romeo and Juliet.
- Then, head towards the city of Miandrivazo.
Activity: Tritriva
Hotel: Princesse Tsiribihina
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Day 4: Miandrivazo – Kirindy
- Early departure to reach Kirindy.
- Arrive by the end of the day, check-in at the hotel, then depart for a night visit to the Kirindy Reserve.
Activity: Night visit to Kirindy
Hotel: Relais du Kirindy
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Day 5: Kirindy – Bekopaka
- After a good breakfast, daytime visit of the Kirindy Reserve, a forest where the endemism of the fauna and flora reaches 97%. Savannahs, mangroves, baobabs, rosewoods, flocks of birds, reptiles...
- After the visit, continue to Bekopaka at the gates of the Tsingy.
Activity: Daytime visit to Kirindy
Hotel: Orchidée de Bemaraha
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Day 6: The Big Tsingy of Bemaraha
- Departure to discover the BIG Tsingy a few kilometers from Bekopaka. The Grand Tsingy are very sharp and pointed limestone formations reaching up to 60 meters in height, with a dark gray color. A marvelous site forming a cathedral of pointed limestone.
- The walking trail will reveal secondary forests, caves (bring a headlamp), diaclases, and panoramic views of this unique massif.
- You will cross a suspended bridge. (The entire area is perfectly secured and well-maintained by the national park, which provides safety harnesses).
Activity: The Grand Tsingy
Hotel: Orchidée de Bemaraha
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Day 7: The Little Tsingy and the Manambolo River
- Depart in a traditional pirogue crossing the Manambolo gorges to caves full of bats and the tombs of the "Vazimba," small people, ancestors of the Malagasy.
- Then, explore the Little Tsingy: The Andoany and Ankelijoa circuits feature labyrinths, canyons, caves, and astonishing corridors. The trail showcases endemic flora in a dense, semi-deciduous dry forest.
Activity: Little Tsingy + Manambolo
Hotel: Orchidée de Bemaraha
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Day 8: Return to Morondava
- You will resume the road back to Belo-sur-Tsiribihina.
- By midday, cross the Tsiribihina River and continue to Morondava.
- Stop at the famous "Avenue of the Baobabs" at sunset. A perfect place to capture beautiful photos as souvenirs.
Hotel: Renala Sable d’Or
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Day 9: Flight Morondava – Tana
- Transfer provided by the driver for the flight to the capital.
- Upon arrival in the capital, another driver will greet you and transfer you to the hotel.
Hotel: 3 Metis
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Day 10: Visit of the capital and international flight
- Visit of the capital and departure.
Hôtel 3 métis
What's Included
What's Excluded
What To Bring
Meeting Point
Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.
Price
Adult | |
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1 to 10 | /person |
This is a private tour |