Grand Madagascar
Rainforests, lemurs, highland culture, sandstone canyons, dry forests, baobabs and the Tsingy de Bemaraha — the whole country in one journey.
The journey in brief
This spectacular 14-day journey combines the best of Madagascar in a single expedition: the rainforests and indri lemurs of Andasibe, the central Highlands and their rice-field landscapes, the biodiversity of Ranomafana, the granite domes of Anja, the sandstone canyons of Isalo, the iconic Avenue of the Baobabs and the dramatic limestone spires of Tsingy de Bemaraha.
The route crosses the island from east to west, alternating rainforest walks, highland culture, wildlife encounters and dramatic western landscapes. It suits travellers who want a complete introduction to Madagascar's extraordinary range of environments in one well-organised trip.
Expect full days of walking in national parks, scenic overland travel between regions, and a genuine sense of adventure on the remote tracks and river crossings toward Bekopaka.
Trip facts
- Duration
- 14 days / 13 nights
- Route
- Antananarivo to Antananarivo
- Travel style
- Rainforest, highlands, canyons, 4×4 and Tsingy
- Activity level
- Moderate to active
- Best period
- Generally April to December
- Highlights
- Andasibe, Ranomafana, Anja, Isalo, Baobabs, Kirindy, Grand Tsingy
Detailed itinerary
Depart Tana and travel east to Andasibe. Stop at Peyrieras to see chameleons, lemurs, geckos and other endemic wildlife before continuing to Andasibe. On arrival, check in to your hotel and join a guided night walk to spot nocturnal wildlife such as lemurs and chameleons.
Included
- Private vehicle and professional driver for road sections
- Accommodation specified in the final quotation
- Breakfasts at hotels unless otherwise stated
- National park and reserve entrances with local guides
- Peyrieras, Analamazaotra, Vakona, Anja, Ranomafana and Isalo guided visits
- Kirindy day and night guided walks
- Tsingy safety equipment where required
- Manambolo and Tsiribihina ferry crossings
- Services of an English/French-speaking tour guide
- Airport transfer on scheduled departure day
Not included
- International and domestic flights
- Visa fees and passport expenses
- Travel, medical and evacuation insurance
- Meals and drinks not explicitly stated
- Personal expenses, laundry and souvenirs
- Tips for guides, drivers and hotel staff
- Optional activities or room upgrades
- Costs caused by flight changes, weather or force majeure
Fourteen days, one island, every landscape: rainforest, highlands, canyon, baobab and stone forest.Request dates and price