Itinerary
- Day 1
Antananarivo
You'll arrive at Ivato Airport in Antananarivo where a representative meets you for the transfer to your hotel. There's an orientation session scheduled, followed by a welcome dinner. After that, you'll settle in for the night and get some rest after your travel.
- Start point
- Antananarivo, Analamanga, Madagascar (Airport/pick up.)
- Meals
- Dinner (Welcome dinner)
Included Activities
- Orientation session at hotel
- Day 2
Antananarivo to Andasibe National Park
Head out in the morning toward Andasibe National Park, passing through La Mandraka cliff with views across the Anjiro plain. You'll walk through the dense primary forest looking for Indri lemurs, birds, and orchids. Later in the evening, a guided walk takes you out to spot nocturnal wildlife like lemurs, chameleons, nightjars, and owls.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Morning journey to Andasibe National Park
- Guided forest exploration to see Indri lemurs, Fulvus lemurs, Bamboo lemurs, Rubriventer lemurs, endemic birds, orchids, fern trees, pandanus and palm trees
- Evening nocturnal wildlife walk to observe nocturnal lemurs, chameleons, nightjars and owls
Landmarks Andasibe National Park La Mandraka cliff - Day 3
Andasibe National Park to Antananarivo
Start early with a walk through Andasibe to see wildlife in their natural setting. After lunch, you'll travel overland back to Antananarivo, arriving in the capital by evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Early morning guided walk through Andasibe National Park
Landmarks Andasibe National Park - Day 4
Antananarivo to Toliara to Sakara
Depart early for Ivato Airport to catch your flight to Toliara. Once there, you'll board 4x4 vehicles and head northeast on sandy tracks. Cross the Fiherenena River and reach your 4x4 camp near Sakara for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Overland journey to Mangoky River by 4x4 vehicle
- Crossing of Fiherenena River
Landmarks Mangoky River Fiherenena River - Day 5
Sakara to Beroroha
After breakfast, travel north through a plateau decorated with Mahafaly tombs. Stop in Beroroha to pick up supplies and grab a drink, then set up camp near the Mangoky River put-in point where your river journey begins tomorrow.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Overland travel through plateau with Mahafaly tombs
- Stop in village of Beroroha
Landmarks Mangoky River - Days 6 - 11
Mangoky River Paddling Expedition
Begin paddling along the Mangoky River, covering roughly 160 kilometers through wooded hills toward the Mozambique Channel. You'll pass through the world's largest baobab forest at a relaxed pace. Paddle moderately with meals cooked over open fire at sandy campsites. Take side hikes to spot birds, lemurs, and other wildlife. You'll see hot springs, surrounding mountains, and sleep under the stars.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Meals cooked over open fire), Dinner (Meals cooked over open fire)
Included Activities
- River paddling journey approximately 160 kilometers along Mangoky River
- Passage through largest baobab forest in the world
- Side hikes exploring diverse wildlife including exotic birds and lemurs
- Hot spring visit
Landmarks Mangoky River - Day 12
Mangoky River to Paradise Camp
This is your last day on the river as the sun sets. Make your way to Paradise Camp, then take a walk through a nearby village with views of baobabs and rice fields. Spend the night camping along the river's waters.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Scenic stroll through nearby village
- Exploration of baobab forest and rice fields
Landmarks Paradise Camp - Day 13
Mangoky River to Ifaty
Early morning you'll take a short excursion along the river before meeting 4x4 vehicles near Bevoay. Pack up the rafts and gear, then drive south to the coastal hamlet of Ifaty. Check in at the eco-hotel, shower, and have a seafood dinner watching the sunset over the Mozambique Channel.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Seafood dinner at sunset over Mozambique Channel)
Included Activities
- Early morning river excursion
- Overland journey to Ifaty by 4x4 vehicle
- Sunset seafood dinner at eco-hotel
Landmarks Ifaty - Day 14
Ifaty
Spend a relaxed day in Ifaty exploring the spiny forest and relaxing on the beach. If interested, you can try excursions on the Mozambique Channel or snorkeling and SCUBA diving at nearby coral reefs. Grab lunch whenever you'd like and stay overnight at Ikotel Hotel.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Exploration of spiny forest
- Beach time
Optional Activities
- Excursion on Mozambique Channel
- Snorkeling at coral reefs
- SCUBA diving at coral reefs
Landmarks Ifaty spiny forest - Day 15
Kirindy Forest
Travel south early to Toliara, then fly to Morondava. Transfer to Chez Maggie Hotel for breakfast and beach time. In the afternoon, head north to Kirindy Forest Reserve for afternoon and nocturnal guided walks. You'll overnight in rustic bungalows or camping within the forest.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Afternoon guided walk through Kirindy Forest Reserve
- Nocturnal guided walk through Kirindy Forest Reserve
Landmarks Kirindy Forest Reserve - Day 16
Kirindy Forest to Morondava
Wake before dawn for a guided walk to hear the forest's bird symphony as the woodland awakens. Enjoy breakfast with coffee, then travel south toward Morondava with stops at Baobabs in Love and the Avenue of the Baobabs. Stay overnight at Chez Maggie Hotel.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Pre-dawn guided forest walk to observe birds and natural awakening
- Visit to Baobabs in Love
- Visit to Avenue of the Baobabs
Landmarks Baobabs in Love Avenue of the Baobabs - Day 17
Morondava
Spend a relaxed day in Morondava on the Mozambique Channel. The Chez Maggie Hotel sits beachfront with direct beach access. Try sailing on a traditional dhow pirogue, navigate mangrove swamps, lounge by the pool, or check out the nearby market. Watch the sunset with a drink, then end with a farewell dinner at the hotel.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Farewell dinner celebration)
Included Activities
- Beach access and time to explore Morondava
- Farewell dinner at hotel
Optional Activities
- Sailing on traditional dhow pirogue
- Navigation through mangrove swamps
- Hotel pool time
- Market exploration
Landmarks Morondava - Day 18
Morondava to Antananarivo
Take a leisurely morning before heading to the airport for your flight from Morondava back to Antananarivo. You'll have access to a day room after arrival in the capital. Later, transfer to Ivato Airport for your international flight home.
- End point
- Antananarivo, Analamanga, Madagascar (Aiport/Drop off.)
