Madagascar Grand Wildlife & South Coast Discovery Tour (28 Days)

28 Days

Day 01 :
Arrival in Antananarivo

Arrival at Ivato International Airport in Antananarivo. Transfer to hotel and rest after the flight.

Overnight: Chatopark Hotel

Day 02 :
Antananarivo → Manambato → Palmarium

Drive through the eastern landscape toward Manambato (approx. 260 km). Boat transfer to Palmarium Reserve on Lake Ampitabe.

Overnight: Palma Beach

Day 03 :
Palmarium Reserve

Full visit of the private reserve. In the late afternoon, observation of the rare Eyey lemurs in their natural environment.

Overnight: Palma Beach

Day 04 :
Palmarium → Andasibe

Return by boat and road transfer to Andasibe rainforest region (approx. 160 km).

Overnight: Feon’ala Lodge

Day 05 :
Mantadia National Park

Full-day exploration of Mantadia National Park. On return, visit Vakona Private Reserve for close encounters with lemurs.

Overnight: Feon’ala Lodge

Day 06 :
Maromizaha Reserve

Full-day guided visit of Maromizaha protected forest, rich in biodiversity and endemic species.

Overnight: Feon’ala Lodge

Day 07 :
VOI & Mitsinjo Parks

Light trekking and community-based conservation visits in VOI and Mitsinjo reserves.

Overnight: Feon’ala Lodge

Day 08 :
Andasibe → Volitsara (Antsapanimahazo)

Long drive westward to Antananarivo, then continue south toward Antsapanimahazo.

Overnight: Volitsara Auberge

Day 09 :
Volitsara → Betafo

Drive toward Betafo region. Experience authentic Malagasy rural life and agriculture.

Overnight: Bakobako Guest House

Day 10 :
Betafo → Ambositra

Visit Tritriva Lake and Antsirabe city tour before continuing to Ambositra, capital of Malagasy wood carving.

Overnight: L’Artisan Hotel

Day 11 :
Zafimaniry Village

Visit the UNESCO-style traditional village of Zafimaniry, famous for woodcraft and cultural heritage.

Overnight: Zafimaniry Village

Day 12 :
Zafimaniry → Ranomafana

Drive toward Ranomafana rainforest region.

Overnight: Local Hotel

Day 13-14 :
Ranomafana National Park

Two full days exploring Ranomafana National Park, home to rich rainforest biodiversity, waterfalls, and rare lemur species.

Overnight: Ihary Hotel

Day 15 :
Ranomafana → Fianarantsoa → Ambalavao

Drive south with a cultural stop in Fianarantsoa old town, then continue to Ambalavao.

Overnight: Bougainville Guesthouse

Day 16 :
Ambalavao → Ranohira

Morning visit of Anja Reserve to observe ring-tailed lemurs, then continue to Isalo.

Overnight: Chez Alice

Day 17-18 :
Isalo National Park

Two full days exploring Isalo National Park: Namaza canyon, natural pools, sandstone formations, and dramatic landscapes.

Overnight: Chez Alice

Day 19 :
Isalo → Zombitse → Ifaty

Drive south with a stop at Zombitse Forest before reaching the coastal area of Ifaty.

Overnight: Sunset Madiorano

Day 20 :
Ifaty & Reniala Reserve

Visit Reniala Private Reserve and relax on the beach.

Overnight: Sunset Madiorano

Day 21-24 :
Ifaty Beach Relaxation

Free days to enjoy the paradise beaches, snorkeling, and optional marine activities.

Overnight: Sunset Madiorano

Day 25 :
Ifaty → Isalo

Return drive toward Isalo region.

Overnight: Orchidee Hotel

Day 26 :
Isalo → Ambositra

Drive north back to Ambositra.

Overnight: L’Artisan Hotel

Day 27 :
Ambositra → Antananarivo

Return to the capital city.

Overnight: Sans Cristobal Boutique Hotel

Day 28 :
Departure

Transfer to Ivato International Airport for international departure.

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Madagascar Grand Wildlife & South Coast Discovery Tour (28 Days)