Grand Madagascar
Andasibe · Antsirabe · Ranomafana · Isalo · Morondava · Bekopaka
Mora moraslowly, slowly
The journey
The whole island in one trip. The rainforest of Andasibe and its singing indri, south through Antsirabe to Ranomafana and the sandstone of Isalo, then a short flight to Morondava for the baobabs, Kirindy and the Grand Tsingy.
The hop from Toliara to Morondava is flown.
Highlights
- The indri of Andasibe
- Ranomafana and Isalo
- Kirindy Forest
- The Grand Tsingy
Day by day
Day 1
Arrival in Antananarivo
Days 2–3
Andasibe rainforest
The indri at dawn, night walk.
Day 4
To Antsirabe
Days 5–6
Ranomafana
Days 7–8
Isalo
Canyons, natural pools and sandstone massifs.
Day 9
Toliara, flight to Morondava
Day 10
Kirindy Forest
Night walk.
Day 11
To Bekopaka
Day 12
Grand Tsingy, full day
Day 13
Return to Morondava
Sunset at the Avenue of the Baobabs.
Day 14
Departure
Included
- Private English-speaking guide throughout — Astani himself
- 4x4 vehicle, driver and fuel
- Accommodation in small, locally owned lodges and guesthouses
- Breakfast daily, and all meals on camping and river sections
- National park entrance fees and compulsory park guides
- Ferry crossings and pirogue transfers where the itinerary requires them
- Bottled or filtered drinking water in the vehicle
Not included
- International flights and any domestic flights
- Visa on arrival
- Lunches and dinners outside camping and river days
- Travel and medical insurance
- Drinks, laundry and personal items
- Tips for the driver, cook and local guides
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