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Quintessential Madagascar
The world's fourth-largest island packs a huge ecological punch where 80 per cent of its flora and fauna is endeamic, from lumbering goggle-eyed chameleons to giant jumping rats and lolloping lemurs, Madagascar is a spectacular destination in the Indian Ocean breaks.
HIGHLIGHTS
Stay in the best hotels/lodges in all destinations
Enjoy all flights by private chartered plane
Experience an intimate and exceptional wildlife experience
Experience 3 uniquely different landscapes and environments
ITINERARY
DAY 1: JOHANNESBURG / ANTANANARIVO
Arrive into Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Intl Airport and after clearing immigrations, proceed to check in for your short flight to Antananarivo, Madagascar. On arrival, you will met and transferred to your hotel for check in. Spend the rest of the day at leisure to rejuvenate from jet lag.
Overnight: Hotel Carlton, Antananarivo
Meals: NIL
DAY 2: ANTANANARIVO / ANDASIBE
Discover Antananarivo, its colourful life, history and architecture where we drive through the busy and vibrant streets of the capital city of Madagascar. Spend some time in the Old City where we are introduced to the French colonial architecture and urbanism of the city, witness the bustling Analakely Market selling an assortment of fresh fruits, vegetables and daily items. Thereafter, we start our driving journey to Andasibe National Park (2.5hrs drive) on the eastern part of Madagascar. This evening, we begin a walking visit to experience the nocturnal inhabitants of the forest.
Overnight: Andasibe Hotel, Andasibe National Park
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 3: ANDASIBE
Today, we begin our exploration of the Andasibe National Park - home to 108 species of birds, 14 species of lemurs and more than 84 species of amphibians. Early this morning, we reach the entrance of the park and will hike in the rainforest to track lemurs and at the same time, see various species of plants, trees, insects and reptiles. Also visit Vakona Island for close up experiences and encounters with the animals.
Overnight: Andasibe Hotel, Andasibe National Park
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
DAY 4: ANDASIBE / ANTANANARIVO / TSINGY DE BEMARAHA / MORONDAVA
Early this morning, we return to the capital Antananarivo (2.5hrs drive) where we board our private flight and land a few kilometres from the Tsingy of Bemaraha where you will experience inspiring moments of a lifetime while hiking through caves, mazes, and the peaks of the breathtaking limestone formation. Thereafter, we fly towards Morondava to enter the world famous Alley of Baobabs at sunset capturing some of the most astonishing images of Madagascar with the ancient and tall baobab trees painting and indescribable feeling of surrealness.
Overnight: Palissandre Cote Ouest Resort, Morondava
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
DAY 5: MORONDAVA / ISALO
After an easy morning in the laid back seaside town off the shores of the Mozambique Channel, we fly down south to the massif of Isalo. Once you are settled in this spectacular landscape, we will have time to have a swim in a natural pool and contemplate the sunset at the iconic "Window of Isalo".
Overnight: Isalo Rock Lodge, Isalo
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
DAY 6: ISALO
Today, we navigate by foot through the canyons and oases of Isalo and its lunar landscape to reach different places for panoramic views of the landscape. This environment was formed during the Jurassic age and an unique flora has evolved adapting to the existing conditions. We will see different species of lemurs, including the world famous ring tailed lemur.
Overnight: Isalo Rock Lodge, Isalo
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
DAY 7: DEPART ISALO / ANTANANARIVO
We return by private flight to Antananarivo today for your onward journey home.
Meals: Breakfast
HOTELS
Hotel Carlton is located on the banks of Anosy Lake, 10mins walk from the historical centre of Antananarivo. Each air-conditioned room is equipped with free Wi-Fi access, and a seating area with flat screen tv.
Andasibe Hotel is the newest property in the area offering a good standard of accommodation in 12 comfortable spacious bungalows. Rooms are all ensuite with living area and a private terrace. The restaurant offers varied menus including typical Malagasy flavours or Oriental cuisine.
The Palissandre Cote Ouest Resort is located at Nosy Kely on the beach of Morondava, 30mins away from the mythical Baobabs Alley. Offering 30 bungalows built in materials from Madagascar, rooms are spacious and all has private terrace with sea views.
A beautiful modern retreat located high in the Sandstone Mountains, overlooking Isalo National Park in south west Madagascar, Isalo Rock Lodge provides the utmost in luxury with magnificent views, a wealth of amenities and spacious suites. Sitting in a wildlife paradise, guests can spot ring-tailed lemurs and giant chameleons amongst others. With 60 rooms, each with spectacular panoramas and a beautiful pool, Isalo Rock Lodge is also renowned for its excellence in its cuisine.
