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- Destination: Madagascar
- Duration: 7 Days
- Tour Type: Private & Bespoke
- Tour Style: Classic
About This Trip
This Madagascar Wildlife Tour is an immersive 8-day journey designed to showcase the island’s extraordinary biodiversity, rich culture, and dramatic landscapes. Starting in Antananarivo, you will explore vibrant open-air markets and historic landmarks before traveling to the lush Andasibe Rainforest, one of Madagascar’s most important wildlife regions. Guided walks and unforgettable night excursions in Andasibe-Mantadia National Park offer close encounters with endemic lemurs, rare reptiles, amphibians, and unique rainforest flora found nowhere else in the world.
The adventure continues with cultural discoveries in Moramanga before a scenic private flight takes you to the pristine coastal reserve of Anjajavy. Here, this Madagascar private tour blends relaxation and exploration through nature walks, mangrove kayaking, snorkeling, and leisure time by the ocean. Perfectly balancing wildlife, rainforest adventure, and coastal escape, this journey is ideal for travelers seeking an authentic and enriching Madagascar rainforest tour with comfort and exclusivity.
Summary
DAY
PLACE
HIGHLIGHTS
1
Antananarivo
Open-Air Markets, Colonial and Historical Buildings
2 - 3
Andasibe
Andasibe-Mantadia National Park, Night Walk Through Rainforest
4
Andasibe - Antananarivo
Stop at Moramanga and Visit the Tomb of the Martyrs
5
Antananarivo - Anjajavy
Private Flight Experience
6 - 7
Anjajavy
Leisure Time on Your Own
8
Anjajavy - Antananarivo
Departure
Itinerary
- Day 1: Arrival in Antananarivo – Discover the Capital of Madagascar
Welcome to Madagascar and begin your Madagascar Wildlife Tour in Antananarivo, the vibrant capital city. Upon arrival at Ivato International Airport, meet your private driver and transfer to your hotel. Explore the city’s traditional open-air markets, colonial architecture, and historic landmarks such as the Royal Palace and Old City Station. This introduction offers insight into Madagascar’s culture, history, and daily life.
- Antananarivo
- Day 2: Antananarivo to Andasibe – Journey into the Rainforest
Travel east toward the lush Andasibe region, a highlight of any Madagascar rainforest tour. Along the scenic drive, pass through rural villages, rice fields, and rolling hills. After check-in, enjoy a guided night walk in the Andasibe Rainforest, where you may spot nocturnal lemurs, frogs, chameleons, and other endemic wildlife unique to Madagascar.
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- Andasibe
- Day 3: Andasibe-Mantadia National Park – Lemur & Wildlife Encounters
This morning, explore Andasibe-Mantadia National Park, one of the best wildlife reserves in Madagascar. During a guided rainforest hike, listen for the iconic call of the indri lemur, the largest lemur species on the island. Discover rare orchids, medicinal plants, reptiles, and birds, making this day a centerpiece of your Madagascar Wildlife Tour.
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- Antananarivo
- Day 4: Andasibe to Antananarivo via Moramanga
Return to Antananarivo, stopping en route at Moramanga to visit the historic Tomb of the Martyrs, a key site in Madagascar’s history. Learn about the 1947 uprising and the island’s role during the World Wars. Continue your journey through changing landscapes before arriving back in the capital for leisure time or optional exploration.
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- Antananarivo
- Day 5: Antananarivo to Anjajavy – Scenic Private Flight
Board a private charter flight to Anjajavy, an exclusive nature reserve on Madagascar’s northwest coast. This remote paradise combines luxury with untouched biodiversity. Upon arrival, enjoy breathtaking coastal views, pristine beaches, and forested trails, marking a relaxing yet adventurous phase of your Madagascar private tour.
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- Anjajavy
- Day 6: Anjajavy – Coastal & Marine Adventures
Spend the day at leisure in Anjajavy with a variety of optional activities. Choose from snorkeling, kayaking through mangroves, windsurfing, fishing, or boat cruises along the coast. Alternatively, unwind by the infinity pool while enjoying the natural beauty that defines this unique Madagascar wildlife tour experience.
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- Anjajavy
- Day 7: Anjajavy – Forest Walks & Wildlife Discovery
Continue exploring Anjajavy’s protected reserve with guided or self-guided nature walks. Discover endemic plants, birds, and wildlife along clearly marked trails leading through forests and secluded bays. This day offers a peaceful yet immersive connection with Madagascar’s natural heritage.
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- Anjajavy
- Day 8: Anjajavy to Antananarivo – Departure
Conclude your Madagascar Wildlife Tour with a private charter flight back to Antananarivo. Enjoy panoramic aerial views of Madagascar’s diverse landscapes before transferring to the international terminal for your onward journey, taking home unforgettable memories of rainforest, wildlife, and coastal beauty.
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