Magic of Madagascar
- Gallivant Global
- Feb 21
- 3 min read
Updated: Aug 2
11-Day Itinerary: Immersive Travel Through Madagascar
Highlights
Explore Antananarivo, the capital of Madagascar
Spot rare lemurs at Andasibe and Mantadia National Parks
Visit the Kirindy Reserve and observe the elusive fossa
Traverse the unique limestone formations of the Tsingy de Bemaraha
Marvel at Madagascar's iconic Baobab Alley
Discover Madagascar’s cultural richness and unique biodiversity
Best Time to Visit April to December is ideal for visiting Madagascar when the weather is dry and wildlife sightings are more frequent.
Day 1: Arrive in Antananarivo
Meet your in-country representative at the airport
Your driver will be waiting at the International Arrival gate with a name sign or logo
If the airport is crowded and you cannot locate the driver, approach the Airport Welcome Service for help
An announcement can be broadcast for your driver as a rally point
In case of emergency, refer to your documents for contact numbers
Receive a welcome package including maps and information
Transfer to hotel
Overnight at hotel
Day 2: Antananarivo to Andasibe
Drive eastward through the highlands to Andasibe
Stop at Reptiles Park and Mandraka Park to observe endemic chameleons, snakes, and insects
Continue to Andasibe and check-in at hotel
Enjoy a night walk before dinner to look for nocturnal creatures
Dinner and overnight at hotel
Day 3: Analamazaotra Reserve
Early breakfast followed by a guided rainforest walk
Main objective: observe the Indri lemurs and enjoy dawn chorus birding
Visit Lemur Island, a refuge for lemurs confiscated from trappers
Dinner and overnight at hotel
Day 4: Mantadia National Park
Visit the 10,000-hectare Mantadia rainforest, about 37km north of Andasibe
Spot species like Diadem Sifaka, Black & White Ruffed Lemur, Scaley and Blue-headed Ground Rollers, and colorful frogs
Enjoy the lush scenery
Dinner and overnight at hotel
Day 5: Andasibe to Antananarivo
Morning rainforest walk to search for new species
Visit the reforestation project by Association Mitsinjo
After lunch, drive back to Antananarivo
Dinner and overnight at hotel
Day 6: Antananarivo to Morondava to Kirindy Reserve
Transfer to Ivato Airport for flight to Morondava
Drive to Kirindy Reserve, a dry forest habitat
Afternoon visit to Kirindy for wildlife viewing
Evening night walk to spot dwarf lemurs, chameleons, and giant jumping rats
Dinner and overnight at hotel
Day 7: Kirindy to Tsingy of Bemaraha
Travel north to Bekopaka in 4x4 vehicles
Cross the Tsiribihina and Manambolo rivers via local ferry
Enjoy scenic bird and wildlife viewing
Dinner and overnight at hotel
Day 8: Tsingy de Bemaraha National Park
Full-day exploration of Petit and Grand Tsingy limestone formations
Hike narrow passages, walk on suspended bridges, and observe endemic wildlife
Dinner and overnight at hotel
Day 9: Bemaraha to Morondava
Return via car ferry pontoon to Belo Sur
Stop at 'Baobab Amoureux' and the famous Allée des Baobabs
Enjoy photography of Madagascar’s iconic trees
Dinner and overnight at hotel
Day 10: Morondava to Antsirabe
Drive to Miandrivazo, perfect for a lunch stop
Continue to Antsirabe, Madagascar's third-largest city
Explore the vibrant markets and colonial architecture
Dinner and overnight at hotel
Day 11: Antsirabe to Antananarivo and Departure
Early morning drive back to Antananarivo (approx. 3 hours)
Afternoon guided walking tour of the old city and Rova Palace
Farewell dinner
Transfer to airport for international departure
Inclusions
Airport transfers
Private driver throughout the tour
English-speaking guide/driver
10 nights accommodation with shared rooms
Half-board basis (breakfast and dinner)
Ferry on Tsiribihina
Entrance to National Parks and sites as per itinerary
Tourist tax
Exclusions
Gratuities
Lunch and beverages
Personal items (laundry, telephone, etc.)
Entry visa
Travel insurance
International airfare
Internal airfare within Madagascar
