Great Forests of Madagascar

11 Days from $7,825 per person

If there were ever a place that you could say was 'unlike anywhere else on Earth', it's Madagascar. With around 90% of its animals and plants found nowhere else, it's a fascinating destination to explore. From lush rainforests with lemurs leaping through the treetops to sea turtles and dolphins in the turquoise seas, this is the ultimate wildlife destination. We designed this itinerary to maximize value for money, using road transfers instead of flights where possible to keep costs down. You'll stay in charming camps and lodges that offer all the creature comforts you need and access to the most interesting ecosystems without any extra frills. 

At a Glance:

  • 1 Night Pavillon de l'Emyrne
  • 3 Nights Mantadia Lodge
  • 1 Night Pavillon de l'Emyrne
  • 3 Nights Mandrare River Camp
  • 2 Nights Manafiafy Lodge
  • 1 Night Relais des Plateaux
 
Pavillon de l'Emyrne
Day 1Antananarivo, Madagascar
Pavillon de l'Emyrne1 Night
A haven of peace in the Antananarivo city center, the Pavillon de L'Emyrne Hotel occupies a beautiful traditional building dating from 1930. It's a delightfully charming hotel that highlights its... More
Mantadia Lodge
Day 2Andasibe National Park, Madagascar
Mantadia Lodge3 Nights
Mantadia Lodge is located along a ridge above the the village of Andasibe and is surrounded by eucalyptus forest. The lodge offers some of the most comfortable facilities and settings in the Andasibe... More
Pavillon de l'Emyrne
Day 5Antananarivo, Madagascar
Pavillon de l'Emyrne1 Night
A haven of peace in the Antananarivo city center, the Pavillon de L'Emyrne Hotel occupies a beautiful traditional building dating from 1930. It's a delightfully charming hotel that highlights its... More
Mandrare River Camp
Day 6Mandrare River, Madagascar
Mandrare River Camp3 Nights
As the sun rises over rugged mountains, the distant singing of the local tribe as they fetch water from the river and the morning calls of the Coucal and Crested Coua welcome you to another glorious... More
Manafiafy Lodge
Day 9Manafiafy, Madagascar
Manafiafy Lodge2 Nights
With sparkling blue seas, verdant rainforests, abundant wildlife and distant mountains this small and intimate lodge offers you your choice of serenity or adventure. Leave your stresses and strains... More
Relais des Plateaux
Day 11Antananarivo, Madagascar
Relais des Plateaux1 Night
The Relais des Plateaux Hotel is set in a peaceful garden close to the international airport but within the city of Antananarivo. Jacaranda trees blooming with vibrant lavender flowers, delicate palms... More

11 Days from $7,825 per person

WhatHow
Arrive AntananarivoWelcome to Madagascar! You are met on arrival International flights TBD
Private TransferAntananarivo Intl to Pavillon de l'Emyrne
1 NightPAVILLON DE L'EMYRNE - Antananarivo, Madagascar
(Superior room - Daily breakfast)
Private TransferPavillon de l'Emyrne to Mantadia Lodge (4 hrs)
3 NightsMANTADIA LODGE - Andasibe National Park, Madagascar
(Bungalow - All meals)
LEMUR ISLAND
TourLEMUR TREKKING ANDASIBE & MANTADIA
PERINET RESERVE
Private TransferMantadia Lodge to Pavillon de l'Emyrne (4 hrs)
1 NightPAVILLON DE L'EMYRNE - Antananarivo, Madagascar
(Superior room - Daily breakfast)
Private TransferPavillon de l'Emyrne to Antananarivo Intl
Light Aircraft TransferAntananarivo Intl - Fort Dauphin; met on arrival
Private TransferFort Dauphin to Mandrare River Camp (4 hrs); stopping for lunch en route
3 NightsMANDRARE RIVER CAMP - Mandrare River, Madagascar
(Tent - All meals, drinks (except premiums) & scheduled activities)
FOREST OF ZENAVO NIGHT WALK
SACRED GALLERY FOREST & SACRED SPINY FOREST
Private TransferMandrare River Camp to Manafiafy Lodge (8 hrs); stopping for lunch en route
2 NightsMANAFIAFY LODGE - Manafiafy, Madagascar
(Bungalow - All meals)
ANTANOSY COMMUNITY VISIT
RAINFOREST EXPLORATION & RED COLLARED LEMUR TREK
Private TransferManafiafy Lodge to Fort Dauphin (3 hrs)
Light Aircraft TransferFort Dauphin - Antananarivo Intl; met on arrival
Private TransferAntananarivo Intl to Relais des Plateaux
1 NightRELAIS DES PLATEAUX - Antananarivo, Madagascar
(Classic Room - Breakfast & dinner)
Private TransferRelais des Plateaux to Antananarivo Intl
Depart AntananarivoInternational flights TBD

*Scheduled flights not included in the land arrangements

Per person sharing $7825

Trip cost includes:

  • All accommodations, tours, transfers & meals as listed
  • Light Aircraft Transfer - Antananarivo Intl - Fort Dauphin; met on arrival
  • Light Aircraft Transfer - Fort Dauphin - Antananarivo Intl; met on arrival

Excluded from the above costs:

  • International and regional airfare not listed above or marked with an asterisk (*) on confirmation of services
  • Travel Insurance (quoted separately) to cover cancellation and curtailment, medical, baggage, money, and emergency evacuation home.
  • Personal expenses such as laundry, gratuities, baggage handling, excess baggage fees, excess weight fees, communications charges, cost of passport or visa, airport departure taxes and airfares, any sightseeing, beverages/meals not included in the itinerary, optional activities.
  • Accommodations and services booked direct