Madagascar Tours from Antananarivo
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- Descent Of Manambolo Madagascar In 11 days
- Madagascar Lemurs & Baobabs (Available all year)
- Madagascar: The Lost Continent
- Discover the Unique in Madagascar - Lemurs, Baobabs, Tsingy
- Western Madagascar Adventure 6 Days/5 Nights ( Comfort)
- Tsingy of Bemaraha -Kirindy & Baobab Safari top discovery
- 15 Days Details Madagascar ( Comfort)
- Madagascar discovery and splendour
- North Madagascar Discovery 9Days /8Nights
- Eastern Wonder
Descent Of Manambolo Madagascar In 11 days
3 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“This tour is excellent for adventurers. Very typical landscape.”
Olivia, traveled in August
Starting in Antananarivo with a 15km airport transfer to Rova Hôtel, this 11-day journey covers 1,120km through Madagascar's highlights. The route includes 4x4 adventures to Tsiroanomandidy, a Manambolo River canoe expedition, and culminates in Morondava before flying back to Antananarivo's Sahamalaza Hotel.
Duration 11 days Destinations Antananarivo, Ankavandra, Tsingy de Bemaraha National Park, Morondava Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, Italian, French Operator Green Island Discovery From
- NZ$4,930
Begin in Antananarivo with a 4-hour drive to Andasibe-Mantadia National Park, followed by internal flights to Morondava. Journey includes visiting Kirindy Forest (60km from Morondava) and the iconic Baobab Avenue, before returning to Antananarivo via domestic flight. Total route covers 3 main cities across Madagascar's diverse landscapes.
Duration 8 days Destinations Antananarivo, Andasibe-Mantadia National Park, Morondava Age Range Ages 8+ Operated in English, German, Italian, French, Spanish, Chinese Operator HT Agency Tours From
- NZ$3,671
Madagascar: The Lost Continent
68 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Saw a wide variety of wildlife and diverse landscapes. Seeing lemurs in their natural habitat was amazing.”
Carmel, traveled in November
Beginning in Antananarivo, this 15-day journey covers 9 cities across Madagascar. The route includes stays at Andasibe-Mantadia National Park, Ranomafana National Park, and ends with beach time in Ifaty before returning to Antananarivo. Transportation combines minibus travel through highlands and internal flights, with daily drives averaging 4-5 hours.
Duration 15 days Destinations Antananarivo, Andasibe-Mantadia National Park, Antsirabe, Ambositra, Ranomafana National Park, Isalo National Park, Toliara, Beza Mahafaly Reserve, Anakao Age Range Ages 16+ Operator Explore! From $7,000
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Discover the Unique in Madagascar - Lemurs, Baobabs, Tsingy
3 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Everything was beautiful, accommodation superb, lodges everything. Even driving in the backwoods was wonderful.”
Gabor, traveled in June
This 14-day circuit through Madagascar connects 5 major cities from Antananarivo. The route includes a 7.5-hour drive to Antsirabe, a 10-hour trip to coastal Morondava, and ferry crossings of Tsiribihina and Manambolo rivers en route to Tsingy de Bemaraha National Park, before returning via the central highlands.
Duration 14 days Destinations Antananarivo, Andasibe, Antsirabe, Morondava, Tsingy de Bemaraha National Park Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, French Operator Fosa Travel From
10% Off- NZ$4,826
A 6-day expedition covers 430km through western Madagascar from Antananarivo. The itinerary combines domestic flights to Morondava with 4x4 drives to Kirindy Forest and Bekopaka, including a Tsiribihina river crossing.
Duration 6 days Destinations Antananarivo, Morondava, Kirindy Mitea National Park, Bekopaka Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, French Operator Across Africa Tours & Travel From
10% Off- NZ$3,134
Tsingy of Bemaraha -Kirindy & Baobab Safari top discovery
2 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Our journey in Madagascar was incredibly enjoyable. This was a once-in-a-lifetime, unforgettable trip.”
ZHIBAI, traveled in September
An 8-day western Madagascar circuit covers 650km from Antananarivo. 4WD transport from Ivato Airport to Antsirabe, continuing to Miandrivazo and Kirindy Forest. Cross the Tsiribihina River to reach Bekopaka, before ending in Morondava with a domestic flight back to Antananarivo.
Duration 8 days Destinations Antananarivo, Antsirabe, Tahiry Manokan’ i Kirindy, Bekopaka, Tsingy de Bemaraha National Park, Morondava Age Range Ages 8+ Operated in English, German, Spanish Operator Travelia Safari From
10% Off- NZ$3,782
15 Days Details Madagascar ( Comfort)
4 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Great way to get around and see a lot of Madagascar, excellent organization.”
Anne, traveled in March
Starting in Antananarivo, this 15-day journey covers 650km across Madagascar, with domestic flights to Morondava and Tulear. Overnight at Le Louvre Hotel & Spa before exploring UNESCO-listed Ambohimanga Royal Palace and ending back in the capital after visiting Ranomafana rainforest and Isalo National Park.
Duration 15 days Destinations Antananarivo, Andasibe-Mantadia National Park, Morondava, Kirindy Mitea National Park, Tsingy de Bemaraha National Park, Antsirabe, Ranomafana National Park, Isalo National Park, Toliara, Ifaty Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, French Operator Across Africa Tours & Travel From
10% Off- NZ$7,022
Madagascar discovery and splendour
2 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“It was a fantastic trip for us. We felt very safe and well organized.”
Timo, traveled in August
This 13-day route stretches 230km from Antananarivo to Morondava via domestic flight, then winds through the Tsingy de Bemaraha National Park. The path continues south by boat along the Mozambique Canal to Salary, before heading back to Antananarivo via Tuléar. Transportation includes 4x4 vehicles, ferries across Tsiribihina and Manambolo rivers, and internal flights.
Duration 13 days Destinations Antananarivo, Morondava, Tsingy de Bemaraha National Park, Salary, Toliara Age Range Ages 15+ Operated in English, Italian, French Operator Green Island Discovery From
10% Off- NZ$5,909
Le Louvre hotel in Antananarivo marks the starting point for northern Madagascar exploration. The route winds through Diego Suarez Bay and Amber Mountain National Park, with 4WD transport to Ankify and speedboat to Nosy Be, concluding at Ravintsara Hotel's beachfront.
Duration 9 days Destinations Antananarivo, Antsiranana, Amber Mountain National Park, Ambanja, Nosy Be Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Across Africa Tours & Travel From
10% Off- NZ$3,985
Eastern Wonder
2 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“I had a great time seeing lemurs at the national park.”
Benjamin, traveled in May
The 8-day route spans 435km through eastern Madagascar's rainforests. A scenic path leads from Grand Urban Hotel in Antananarivo to Andasibe Cyperus Hotel, continuing to Palmarium Lodge via picturesque routes and boat transfers. The circular route returns to Antananarivo, with daily visits to reserves and national parks.
Duration 8 days Destinations Antananarivo, Palmarium Reserve, Andasibe, Andasibe-Mantadia National Park, Ampefy Age Range Ages 8+ Operator Travelia Safari From
10% Off- NZ$3,821
What people love about Madagascar Tours from Antananarivo
Itinary - excellent sights but long distances between them. Unable to link plane arrivals with internal departures made for long days driving on rough roads. Guide - Colleague was excellent. Knowledgeable, helpful, provided advise & assistance all the time. Accommodated our needs & very flexible, funny & personable. Marina dismissive & did not convey information- less involved & helpful.
Tsingy of Bemaraha -Kirindy & Baobab Safari top discovery
- Eastern Wonder
We had an amazing trip to Madagascar with Travelia. Since we only had one week and wanted to minimise travelling within the country, Aristide drew up a custom timetable for the Eastern Wonders tour. Although the road trips were slow (and very exciting) the destinations were well worth the effort. Lovely accommodation and the national parks and nature reserves were amazing. Lemur island at Vakona Nature Reserve was a great introduction to the lemurs and provided good photo opportunities, but they are effectively semi-captive. The real highlights were the aye ayes at Palmarium, the giant Parson’s chameleon, leaf-tailed and satanic geckos at Maromizaha Reserve and seeing the indri and black and white ruffed lemurs in the wild at Mantadia and Analamazaotra Forest. The diversity of frogs and smaller chameleons were also amazing. Our dedicated guide Coco and driver ensured everything went very smoothly with local guides there on time to meet us at every site we visited. All in all a brilliant trip but we barely scratched the surface of what Madagascar has to offer and can’t wait to go back. Just be ready for the bumpy roads.
- Descent Of Manambolo Madagascar In 11 days
This tour is excellent for adventurers. The team is taking great Care of us . Very typical landscape. Recommend
What our customers ask about Madagascar Tours from Antananarivo
What unique cultural experiences are available in Antananarivo before heading out on tour?
The capital city provides several noteworthy cultural stops. The UNESCO World Heritage site Ambohimanga Royal Palace stands as a testament to Madagascar's royal heritage. Local artisans display their work at La Digue market where visitors can browse traditional crafts. The Queen's Palace (Rova) situated at the city's highest point offers panoramic views and historical context. One TourRadar traveler shared: "Starting our tour with a visit to Ambohimanga gave us great insights into Madagascar's royal history and traditional architecture before heading into the wilderness."
How much time should I allow for the journey from Antananarivo to the first major destination?
The first leg of most Madagascar tours takes between 3-5 hours on the road. Common first stops include Andasibe National Park located 145km away or Antsirabe at 170km from the capital. One TourRadar traveler described: "The drive from Antananarivo to Andasibe took about 4 hours with scenic stops allowing us to see beautiful highland landscapes and traditional villages along the way."
What wildlife can I expect to see in the first few days after departing Antananarivo?
The initial days of exploration yield diverse wildlife sightings particularly at Andasibe National Park 145km east of the capital. Visitors regularly encounter multiple lemur species such as the Indri Indri diademed sifaka and red-bellied lemurs. The area also hosts numerous chameleon species exotic birds and nocturnal creatures. One TourRadar traveler mentioned: "Just outside Antananarivo at Peyrieras reserve we saw almost all chameleon species of Madagascar as well as leaf-tailed geckos and butterflies before even reaching the main parks."
What are the most popular national parks visited on tours starting in Antananarivo?
Three major parks dominate tour itineraries from the capital. Andasibe-Mantadia National Park houses 14 lemur species including the distinctive Indri Indri. Ranomafana National Park protects rare golden bamboo lemurs while Isalo National Park features rugged canyon landscapes and varied wildlife. One TourRadar traveler noted about Andasibe: "This park is one of the best places to observe the Indris given that there are several families habituated to humans - an amazing experience seeing them in their natural habitat."
What accommodation options are available for the first night in Antananarivo?
The capital offers several reliable 3-4 star properties. Le Louvre Hotel & Spa Grand Urban Hotel and Hotel Sakamanga provide modern conveniences and central locations. These establishments serve as comfortable starting points for Madagascar adventures. A TourRadar traveler mentioned: "Our first night at Le Louvre Hotel in Antananarivo was very comfortable with excellent service setting us up well for the adventure ahead."
What transportation is used for tours departing from Antananarivo?
Tours primarily use 4x4 vehicles equipped for Madagascar's diverse terrain. For destinations like Morondava or Nosy Be some operators combine road travel with domestic flights. One TourRadar traveler noted: "Our 4x4 vehicle starting from Antananarivo was very comfortable and well-maintained which was crucial for the long journeys ahead."
What's the best time of year to start a tour from Antananarivo?
The dry season from April through November offers optimal touring conditions. September and October prove especially popular with visitors. During these months Isalo National Park near Ranohira provides clear hiking conditions while coastal spots like Ifaty feature good beach weather. A TourRadar traveler mentioned: "Consider adding an extra hour or two to long drives due to conditions. Perhaps go in a cooler period to make this a bit easier."