Itinerary
- Day 1
Antananarivo
You'll arrive at Ivato airport in Antananarivo and get picked up for the drive to your hotel. It's your first night in Madagascar, so after checking in you can settle in and adjust to the time zone.
- Start point
- 1, Ambohidratrimo, Analamanga, Madagascar (Our driver guide will pick you up at Ivato International Airport )
- Accommodation
- (San Cristobal Boutique Hotel or similar)
Landmarks/POIs Ivato International Airport 
- Day 2
Antananarivo to Tulear
Head to the airport for your flight down to Tulear on the southwestern coast. Once you arrive and get to your hotel, the rest of the day and evening are yours to use however you'd like. The beach is right there if you want to relax on the sand, try some water sports, take a quad bike along the shore, or hop on a boat trip.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Accommodation
- (Bamboo Club or similar)
Optional Activities
- Quad bike ride by the sea
- Boat trip
- Water sports
- Beach exploration
Landmarks/POIs Tulear - Day 3
Tulear
This day is completely open for you to spend at your own pace in Tulear. Whether you want to stick to the beach, get out on the water, try any activities that appeal to you, or just take it easy, it's entirely up to you.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Accommodation
- (Bamboo Club or similar)
- Day 4
Tulear to Ranohira
You'll drive north toward Ranohira with a stop at Antsokay Arboretum along the way, which has around 900 plant species including some that only grow in Madagascar. The landscape here features baobabs and dramatic open country. You'll cross the Mahafaly plateau where traditional tombs decorated with carved wooden Aloalo posts dot the terrain.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Accommodation
- (H1 or similar)
Included Activities
- Visit Antsokay Arboretum
Landmarks/POIs Antsokay Arboretum Mahafaly Plateau - Day 5
Isalo National Park
Spend the day exploring Isalo National Park, a protected area covering 80,000 hectares. You'll hike through canyons, swim in natural pools, and look for lemurs, reptiles, and various bird species throughout the park. In the late afternoon, head to Isalo Window for sunset views, which makes for great photos.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Picnic Lunch), Dinner
- Accommodation
- (H1 or similar)
Included Activities
- Hiking in Isalo canyons
- Swimming in natural pools
- Sunset viewing at Isalo Window
Optional Activities
- Bike tour of the reserve
Landmarks/POIs Isalo National Park Isalo Window - Day 6
Isalo to Fianarantsoa
Drive north toward Fianarantsoa with stops along the way. First, visit Anja village reserve where you can observe ring-tailed lemurs up close. Later, stop in Ambalavao to check out an Antemoro papermaking workshop and see how local artisans create paper using traditional methods from avoha bark.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Accommodation
- (La Rizière or similar)
Included Activities
- Visit Anja village reserve
- Observe makis catta lemurs
- Visit Antemoro papermaking workshop
Landmarks/POIs Anja Village Reserve Ambalavao - Day 7
Fianarantsoa to Antsirabe
Travel through the highlands toward Antsirabe, passing traditional houses typical to this region. Stop in Ambositra to visit local woodcarving and marquetry workshops where you can watch artisans at work and pick up souvenirs. This town is well-known for this kind of craftsmanship.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Accommodation
- (Chambres du Voyageur or similar)
Included Activities
- Visit Ambositra artisan workshops
- Observe marquetry and woodcarving demonstrations
Landmarks/POIs Ambositra - Day 8
Antsirabe to Eastern Madagascar
Continue heading east through the highlands, passing rice fields and small villages as you work your way toward Madagascar's eastern coast. It's mostly a travel day taking in the landscape as you move through this region.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Accommodation
- (Feon'ny Ala or similar)
- Day 9
Analamazaotra Special Reserve
In the morning, visit Analamazaotra special reserve where you can see 12 different lemur species, including the Indri indri, which is the largest and loudest lemur around. You'll spend time looking for fauna and flora throughout the reserve. In the afternoon, head to nearby islets to see lemurs that have become accustomed to people.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Accommodation
- (Feon'ny Ala or similar)
Included Activities
- Visit Analamazaotra special reserve
- Observe Indri indri lemurs
- Discover tamed lemurs at islets
Landmarks/POIs Analamazaotra Special Reserve - Day 10
Analamazaotra to Tamatave
Leave early and head to Tamatave. This afternoon, explore the city and its waterfront, where Madagascar's largest port operates. It's a busy maritime hub worth checking out before you move on.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Accommodation
- (Joffre or similar)
Included Activities
- Visit Tamatave port and city
Landmarks/POIs Tamatave Port - Day 11
Tamatave to Sainte Marie (Nosy Boraha)
Transfer to Soanieran'Ivongo port and board a boat to Sainte Marie island, one of Madagascar's most popular destinations. After arriving and getting to your hotel, the afternoon is free to relax. The island offers whale-watching safaris during winter months (July-September), diving opportunities, forest walks, and water sports.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Accommodation
- (Lakana or similar)
Included Activities
- Boat transfer to Sainte Marie
Optional Activities
- Whale safari
- Diving
- Primitive forest expedition
- Water sports
Landmarks/POIs Sainte Marie (Nosy Boraha) - Day 12
Sainte Marie
You have a free day on Sainte Marie to do whatever appeals to you. Swim, snorkel, walk the beaches, or try any other activities that interest you. The island is yours to explore on your schedule.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Accommodation
- (Lakana or similar)
- Day 13
Sainte Marie to Antananarivo
Transfer to the airport for your flight back to Antananarivo. After you land and check into your hotel, settle in for your last night in the capital.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Accommodation
- (San Cristobal Boutique Hotel or similar)
- Day 14
Antananarivo Departure
Your final morning includes a visit to the Dike craft market to pick up any last-minute souvenirs. Then you'll head to the airport for your international flight home.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Dike craft market
Landmarks/POIs Dike Craft Market
