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Madagascar: The Lost Continent

15 days
Start and end in Antananarivo
4.5
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An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Guided in English
Group Size 7 - 16
Age range 16 to 85
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Highlights

  • Explore Antananarivo's vibrant cityscape
  • Trek for lemurs in Andasibe's lush forests
  • Visit Antsirabe's colonial sites and markets
  • Discover Isalo's canyons and natural pools
  • Relax on the white sands of Ifaty Beach

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Join trip in Antananarivo
  2. Day 2 Morning drive to Andasibe Reserve; afternoon and evening wildlife walks
  3. Day 3 Morning walk in Analamazoatra reserve before a free afternoon
  4. Day 4 Full-day drive to colonial Antsirabe in the Central Highlands
  5. Day 5 Morning walk at Lake Tritriva; afternoon drive to Ambositira. Traditional Malagasy meal
  6. Day 6 Full-day scenic drive to Ranomafana National Park
  7. Day 7 Spend the morning exploring Ranomafana National Park on foot in search of lemurs and birdlife
  8. Day 8 Drive to Isalo National Park (Ranohira)
  9. Day 9 Explore Isalo National Park 'Madagascar's Grand Canyon'
  10. Day 10 Drive to Ifaty through the Spiny Desert, stopping at Mahafaly Tombs
  11. Day 11 Enjoy the coastal town of Ifaty. Free afternoon to enjoy the beach
  12. Day 12 Full day at Ifaty
  13. Day 13 Fly to Antananarivo
  14. Day 14 Visit Madagascar's oldest palace, Ambohimanga, and take in the views across the city
  15. Day 15 Trip ends in Antananarivo
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Where You'll Stay

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    4.5
  • Itinerary
    Excellent
    4.4
  • Guide
    Excellent
    5.0
  • Transport
    Good
    4.0
  • Accommodation
    Excellent
    4.4
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  • GS
    · September 27th, 2024
    Our guide Heri was excellent. Kind, caring, well spoken
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    Trip date: September 2024
  • A
    · May 8th, 2023
    Various lemur sightings Night walk in rainforest at Andasibe Hospitality and stay in community house at Ambositra The stay at Hotel Relais de la Reine
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    Trip date: April 2023
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  • A
    · April 24th, 2023
    Lemurs of course,but numerother moments.unexpected wildlife,mountain scenery,almost deserted roads-almost non existent roads!
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    Trip date: April 2023
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  • A
    · June 3rd, 2023
    Theo, the guide we had on our morning walk at Ranomafana National Park. Excellent so knowledgeable and interesting to hear his stories.
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    Trip date: May 2023
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  • A
    · August 20th, 2023
    The highlights were the incredible changing scenery as we moved through the country, the wonderful array of wildlife and the excellent knowledge of all the local guides.
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    Trip date: July 2023
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  • A
    · August 28th, 2023
    Hearing & seeing lemurs leaping overhead , fabulous waters and seeing whales in Toliara
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    Trip date: August 2023
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  • A
    · September 16th, 2023
    Different and contrasting variety of Lemur rainforest habitats. Anakao beach accomodation.
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    Trip date: September 2023
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  • A
    · September 17th, 2023
    The highlights were seeing the lemurs and whales, the full day in Ranofana NP and the great engagement we had with Armand.
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    Trip date: September 2023
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  • A
    · September 18th, 2023
    Having been on several explore trips, this ranks as one of the best and there are too many once-in-a-lifetime to write here. Armand's love for his country, culture, wildlife and nature shone throughout the trip. The local guides, particularly Theo in Ranomafana, were also great, sharing their passions and ensuring we had the best opportunities in such a short space of time. The trip was a wonderful mix of wildlife and culture and many firsts.
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    Trip date: September 2023
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  • A
    · September 20th, 2023
    A good variation of different activities
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    Trip date: September 2023
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Dates & Availability

15 days
Madagascar: The Lost Continent
From Antananarivo to Antananarivo

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  • A

    Aaron

    Asked on March 21st, 2025

    When will final travel documents be available?

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    • Explore!OperatorWritten March 2025

      Final travel documents will be available three weeks prior to departure.

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    Denise

    Asked on February 12th, 2025

    Is March 28, 2026 not a good time to go to Madagascar because it is always raining every day?

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    • Explore!OperatorWritten February 2025

      The best time to visit Madagascar depends on what you want to do and see. The country is green and fresh after the rain that falls between January and March, with lemurs and reptiles active and easy to spot. While there are some heavy downpours from April to June, these are interspersed with sunshine, while July and August are cool and dry, making this an ideal time for exploring. The whales arrive on Île Sainte-Marie in July and remain until the end of September. Between September and November the weather is particularly lovely, remaining fine and warm. This is also when jacarandas are in flower and many lemurs have young. While December is hot, lemurs, reptiles and tenrecs are active, which makes for good wildlife viewing.

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    Jackie

    Asked on January 13th, 2025

    Can dietary restrictions be accommodated during the tour?

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    • Explore!OperatorWritten January 2025

      Yes, dietary restrictions can usually be accommodated, but should be communicated in advance to ensure proper arrangements.

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    Diana

    Asked on January 12th, 2025

    is there a chance to see any baobobs on this tour?

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      Diana

      TravelerWritten January 2025

      what meals are included in this tour?

    • Explore!OperatorWritten January 2025

      Meals included are: Breakfast: 14, Lunch: 5, Dinner: 7

    • Explore!OperatorWritten January 2025

      On day 9 you will have the chance to see baobabs, "After eating, we'll continue exploring to see the tombs of the Bara people and the sparse, dry forest species of dwarf-like baobab."

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    Dale

    Asked on December 28th, 2024

    How much is the single room supplement?

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    • Explore!OperatorWritten December 2024

      The single room supplement for this tour on 18th October 2025 is £515.00 per person.

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    Bill

    Asked on December 19th, 2024

    How strenuous is this trip. Is there lots of steep tracks to walk

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    • Explore!OperatorWritten December 2024

      Some of the walks on this tour can include steep portions. For example, in the rainforest, there are steep walks into the rainforest footpaths for about 3kms. The basic walks offered are manageable by the vast majority of clients. There is always an option to take a shorter easier walk which will still give an opportunity to see the sites visited. The shorter easier walks would involve hiring a private guide at the national parks though and there would be a fee associated with this. The fee is approximately USD$25.00 at each reserve and can be organised and paid for locally on the tour.

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    Holger

    Asked on December 19th, 2024

    Is there provision for single accommodation?

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    • Explore!OperatorWritten December 2024

      Single rooms are available at an additional cost, although sharing options to reduce costs are also possible.

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    Antonio

    Asked on December 11th, 2024

    Is the price the same for single travellers?

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    • Explore!OperatorWritten December 2024

      The price for one person booking in twin share is $5970 AUD. Booking in a twin share means that you may be sharing with someone of the same sex whilst on the tour. However, if you wish to guarantee your own room, subject to availability, the price for a solo room on that departure date is $7060.00 AUD.

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    Daniela

    Asked on December 5th, 2024

    What is the best season to visit?

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    • Explore!OperatorWritten December 2024

      The best time to visit is considered from April till October.

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    Abigail

    Asked on December 1st, 2024

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    • Explore!OperatorWritten December 2024

      Payments can be made via major credit cards, and detailed payment instructions are provided with your booking information.

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    • Typhoid - Recommended for Madagascar. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Madagascar. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Tuberculosis - Recommended for Madagascar. Ideally 3 months before travel.
    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Madagascar. Ideally 2 months before travel.
    • Rabies - Recommended for Madagascar. Ideally 1 month before travel.
    • Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an area with a risk of yellow fever transmission for Madagascar. Ideally 10 days before travel.
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