- Day 1: Arrival
Arrive at Antananarivo, where your private driver and English-speaking guide will meet you. If time permits, visit the iconic Queen’s Palace to learn about Madagascar’s Kingdom history and its colonization. Later, transfer to your hotel for check-in.
Accommodation: Palissandre Hotel et Spa
- Day 2: Antananarivo – Andasibe National Park
After breakfast, embark on a scenic drive to Andasibe, passing through beautiful green hills and stopping to visit the Peyreiras Reptile Center to see chameleons, crocodiles, and others. Upon arrival, check into your hotel, followed by a visit to Andasibe village to experience local culture through folk dance. End the day with a night walk in the VOIMMA forest to spot nocturnal wildlife, including lemurs and reptiles.
Accommodation: Vakona Forest Lodge
- Day 3: Andasibe – Antananarivo
In the morning, hike through Analamazaotra Rainforest, The name Analamazaotra comes from the Malagasy language, where Anala means forest and Mazaotra refers to small rivers. In the park, you will search for the famous Indri-Indri lemurs and other endemic wildlife while walking through the beautiful rainforest with varieties of fauna and small rivers. After lunch, return to Antananarivo and check into your hotel to enjoy dinner and a night’s rest.
Accommodation: Palissandre Hotel et Spa
- Day 4: Antananarivo – Nosy Be
After breakfast, fly to Nosy Be, where you will be picked up and, if time allows, enjoy a hike up Mompaso to witness a beautiful sunset and get a feeling of the place and observe the marvel that is embedded in its nature and community. Relax at Vanila Hotel & Spa, where you will stay for the next three nights on a soft all-inclusive basis.
Accommodation: Vanilla Hotel & Spa
- Day 5: Nosy Be (Whale Watching)
Spend the morning whale-watching off the coast of Nosy Be (season permitting), with a picnic lunch provided. This is an unforgettable experience, where you will witness these majestic creatures up close as they breach and play in the waters. In the afternoon, visit the local village to learn about the culture and traditions through interaction with the local community and to join their folk music and delight in their authentic inborn cheer.
Accommodation: Vanilla Hotel & Spa
- Day 6: Nosy Be (Lokobe Reserve)
Begin the day with a transfer to Ambatozavavy village, followed by a breezy and beautiful boat ride to Ampasipohy. Explore Lokobe Reserve on a guided walk to see Black lemurs, chameleons, snakes. birds and other unique species amidst this pristine haven of rich flora.
Accommodation: Vanilla Hotel & Spa
- Day 7: Nosy Be – Antananarivo
Fly back to Antananarivo. Upon arrival, embark on a city tour according to your interests where you can have an uptown walk to see a beautiful sunset, or if time allows, do a chocolate workshop where you will explore Madagascar’s tradition of growing cocoa and vanilla. Learn about the journey from farm to final product, discovering how these plants are harvested and processed into delicious chocolates.
Accommodation: Palissandre Hotel et Spa
- Day 8: Departure
Start your day with a leisurely breakfast, followed by a visit to some of Antananarivo’s highlights, including stops at local craft markets and souvenir shops to pick up any last-minute gifts and to admire Malagasy craftsmanship.
Inclusions
- 10 nights accommodation in the mentioned accommodation
- Full board basis and all inclusive basis in Nosy Be
- Transportation in coaster, except the west coast (4x4 vehicle)
- Professional driver and guide services
- Park(s) entrance fees
- Wi-Fi, snacks and water enroute
- All mentioned activities
Exclusions
- Tips
- Domestic flights
PAX & PRICE: Based on 4 people per person
