Tsingy Express
Morondava · Bekopaka · Manambolo · Kirindy
Mora moraslowly, slowly
The journey
The classic western circuit at a sensible pace. Both the Petit and Grand Tsingy with a rest in between, a pirogue through the Manambolo gorge, Kirindy Forest after dark, and the Avenue of the Baobabs at sunset on the way home.
Highlights
- Both the Petit and Grand Tsingy
- Pirogue through the Manambolo gorge
- Kirindy night walk
- Avenue of the Baobabs at sunset
Day by day
Day 1
Morondava to Bekopaka
Through the baobabs and across the Tsiribihina and Manambolo by ferry barge.
Day 2
Grand Tsingy, full day
Cables, ladders and the suspension bridge over the pinnacles.
Day 3
Petit Tsingy and the Manambolo gorge
Morning on the Petit Tsingy, afternoon by pirogue through the gorge.
Day 4
Bekopaka to Kirindy
South again, night walk in Kirindy Forest looking for fossa and mouse lemurs.
Day 5
Kirindy to Morondava
Morning walk in the forest, sunset at the Avenue of the Baobabs.
Day 6
Departure from Morondava
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
Tongasoawelcome
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