Magical Madagascar
PRIVATE TOUR: Take in the best of western Madagascar on this 10-day private tour from the capital, Antananarivo. Explore colonial Antsirabe, relax in Miandrivazo and see the impressive Avenue of the Baobab's outside Morondava. Hike for impressive viewpoints of Little Tsingy in Tsingy de Bemaraha National Park, spot endemic lemurs and the elusive fossa in Kirindy Mitea National Park and end back in the capital with a guided tour and a visit to the royal hill of Ambohimanga.
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Tour Overview
Duration
10 daysHotel Rating
3-5 star hotelsStarts
AntananarivoEnds
AntananarivoMinimum age
7 years oldMaximum age
No max ageArrival Transfer
YesDeparture Transfer
YesTour Guide
Services of a driver-guide with local guides for sightseeingCountry
MadagascarMeals included
Breakfast: 9, Lunch: 1, Dinner: 9Passengers
$3,215.00
$782.00
Tour Style
Group Size
Min 2 / Max Private Tour
Trip Type
Private Tours
Range
On this tour, you won't be joined by other travellers, and will just be travelling with your booking party. Some transportation & sightseeing may be shared, check the Inclusions for more information.
Guiding Style
This tour includes scheduled sightseeing with expert guides in key destinations as per the Inclusions, as well as transportation (either with a driver or public transport), plus of course your accommodation. There is no single tour guide or tour leader throughout the trip. You’ll have support where it counts, and more freedom in between. Our cruise tours also fall into this category where you will be looked after by a crew. For more information, check the Inclusions of this tour.
Tour Pace
A balanced pace, with a mix of free time and visits to multiple locations, allowing for both relaxation and exploration. Generally doesn't visit more than one or two destinations per day.
Physical Rating
Demands a higher level of physical effort, including extended walking, hiking, or more challenging terrain. You must be able to walk around 5-kilometres without stopping and on overland trips, you must be able to manage steps up into overland trucks.
Tour Guide
Services of a driver-guide with local guides for sightseeingGroup Size
Min 2 / Max Private TourTranportation
N/ALanguage
EnglishLanguage
EnglishRange
On this tour, you won't be joined by other travellers, and will just be travelling with your booking party. Some transportation & sightseeing may be shared, check the Inclusions for more information.
Guiding Style
This tour includes scheduled sightseeing with expert guides in key destinations as per the Inclusions, as well as transportation (either with a driver or public transport), plus of course your accommodation. There is no single tour guide or tour leader throughout the trip. You’ll have support where it counts, and more freedom in between. Our cruise tours also fall into this category where you will be looked after by a crew. For more information, check the Inclusions of this tour.
Tour Pace
A balanced pace, with a mix of free time and visits to multiple locations, allowing for both relaxation and exploration. Generally doesn't visit more than one or two destinations per day.
Physical Rating
Demands a higher level of physical effort, including extended walking, hiking, or more challenging terrain. You must be able to walk around 5-kilometres without stopping and on overland trips, you must be able to manage steps up into overland trucks.
Trip Type
Private ToursTour Highlights
Included
Not Included
Itinerary
Day 1 - Antananarivo
Welcome to Madagascar! On arrival at the airport in the capital of Antananarivo, you will be met and transferred to your hotel. Your first evening in Madagascar is free to relax in the hotel or to head out and explore.
Day 2 - Antsirabe & Miandrivazo
Antananarivo - Ambatolampy - Antsirabe - Miandrivazo. Today, you leave the Malagasy capital and head through granite massifs and terraced rice fields towards Ambatolampy. Stop for a short tour of Antsirabe, known for its thermal springs, colonial architecture and Lake Tritriva. The lake is the setting for a famous Malagasy folk store, with connotations to Romeo and Juliet. Rabeniomby and Ravolahanta, two lovers, are said to have committed suicide in the lake due to their forbidden love.
Your final destination for today is Miandrivazo, one of the hottest and most picturesque towns in Madagascar.
Driving time & distance: Approx 410km, 7 hours
Day 3 - Morondava
Miandrivazo - Morondava. After breakfast at the hotel, depart Miandrivazo for Morondava, a town on Madagascar's west coast that stands in the shadow of this island nation's impressive Baobab trees. You'll have a chance to see these tomorrow, for now why not kick back in the hotel, head down to the beach, or explore the town at your own pace.
Driving time & distance: Approx 285km, 5 hours
Day 4 - Journey to Tsingy de Bemaraha National Park
Morondava - Bekopaka. As promised, you'll visit the majestic Avenue of the Baobabs this morning, with plenty of time to take photos of these towering trees, which store scarce water in their hollow trunks in order to survive drought.
Continuing your journey north, the roads get bumpy as you head into the wilderness. It might be uncomfortable, but it's an adventure! Cross the Tsiribihina and Manambolo rivers by car ferry before reaching your accommodation in the remote jungle village of Bekopaka. The village is located on the outskirts of the Tsingy de Bemaraha National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Day 5 - Tsingy de Bemaraha National Park
Today you're heading into Tsingy de Bemaraha National Park, specifically to take in the Little Tsingy, the smaller of two iconic rock formations that give the park its name. You can choose from shorter, easier hiking routes or a longer trail, both will yield incredible views of the Little Tsingy and hopefully some wildlife too. Lunch is included today, and you'll spend another night at your hotel in Bekopaka.
Day 6 - Kirindy Mitea National Park
Bekopaka - Morondava - Kirindy. Retrace your steps, returning to Morondava. Stop for lunch in Belo before reaching the Kirindy Mitea National Park. This dry forest is located on the coast and is home to numerous species of Madagascar's endemic lemurs, including the white sifaka, red-fronted brown lemur and Coquerel's giant mouse lemur, as well as other iconic species such as the fossa, ring-tailed vontsira and the common tenrec. Head out to explore the park and hopefully spot some of these creatures - many only come out after dark.
Driving time & distance: Approx 180km, 6 hours
Day 7 - Return to Morondava
Kirindy - Morondava. Head back into the forests of Kirindy this morning with a local guide, hoping to spot more lemurs and perhaps a fossa, the largest carnivore on Madagascar.
You will then return to Morondava and the iconic Avenue of the Baobabs, this time for sunset. If you thought the views were magnificent before, you're in for a real treat.
Driving time & distance: Approx 80km, 2 hours
Day 8 - Antananarivo
Morondava - Antananarivo. There's free time this morning for a dip in the ocean before you are transferred to the airport for your flight to Antananarivo. On arrival, transfer to the hotel, and enjoy a free evening.
Please note: The flight from Morondava to Antananarivo is not included in the cost of your tour. We can assist you with booking this flight if you wish.
Day 9 - Ambohimanga & Antananarivo
Antananarivo - Ambohimanga - Antananarivo. This morning, you will head around 24km north of the Malagasy capital to Ambohimanga, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This royal hill is a sacred site and former Merina kingdom capital, attracting visitors for its well-preserved palace, ancient tombs, and panoramic views.
After your visit, head back to Antananarivo for an included city tour, and visit the local craft market to do any last minute souvenir shopping. Enjoy your final night in Madagascar at leisure.
Day 10 - Antananarivo
After breakfast at the hotel, it's time to check out. An included transfer takes you to the airport for your onward flight. Safe travels!
Tour Reviews
Extras and add-ons
If you'd like to add extras or add-ons to your booking, you can do this easily during checkout. Just review the available options and select any additional services or upgrades you'd like before completing your purchase.
Additional Extras
Enhance your tour with these optional extras, helping you to get the most from your adventure.
Domestic Flight from Morondova to Antananarivo
The flight from Morondova to Antananarivo is not included in the cost of your tour package. You can either book this flight independently or you can book this optional add-on and let us handle all the arrangements for you.
Add-on
Single Supplement
If you have an odd number of people in your booking party, or you are wanting the privacy of your own room on tour, then this add-on guarantees you a single occupancy room to yourself. Please note that triple rooms are not available on this tour so you must pay the single supplement at least once if you have an odd number of travellers in your booking party.
Add-on
Hotels
The hotels listed below are examples which we frequently use on this tour. Alternative hotels of a similar standard may be used instead.
Prices & Dates
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