1 day-Lake Mantasoa and Nosy Soa Island: A Complete Day Escape
Your adventure begins with a scenic 2-hour drive from Antananarivo along Road N°2 to the stunning Lake Mantasoa. Upon arrival, a motorboat awaits to carry you across the shimmering waters, surrounded by rolling green hills and fresh mountain air. As you glide peacefully across the lake, the tranquil beauty of the highlands unfolds around you. Your destination is Nosy Soa Park, a sanctuary where playful lemurs and fascinating reptiles roam freely. Wander along lush trails, discover Madagascar's incredible wildlife, and enjoy a delightful picnic lunch in the heart of nature.
Tour highlights
Full-day excursion from Antananarivo to Lake Mantasoa
Scenic 2-hour drive through Madagascar's central highlands
Comfortable private vehicle with professional driver/guide
Return transfers from your hotel in Antananarivo
All entrance fees and boat transfers included
Price Includes:
- - Park entry fees (non-resident rates)
- - All included activities (optional extras not included)
- - An expert driver/guide to enhance your experience
- - All transport throughout the tour (optional transfers not included)
- - All taxes and service charges
- - Return airport transfers
- - Meals as specified in your daily itinerary
- - Complimentary drinking water every day
Price Excludes:
- - International flights
- - Extra accommodation
- - Tips (US$10 pp/day)
- - Personal items
- - Tax/park fee increases
Itinary in details
- Day1You will be picked up from the airport.Your day begins at 8:00 AM with a meet-up at your hotel or airport in Antananarivo. You'll then embark on a scenic 2-hour drive through the countryside, where rolling hills, farmland, and traditional villages unfold before you.Arriving at Mantasoa village around 10:30 AM, you'll hop aboard a motorboat for a peaceful cruise across the lake to Nosy Soa Park. This island sanctuary is home to playful lemurs and fascinating endemic reptiles, offering a true taste of Madagascar's unique biodiversity.At noon, you'll return to the lakeside for a relaxing lunch with beautiful views over the water. Afterward, you'll delve into history at the site of Madagascar's first industrial complex, a remarkable 19th-century achievement by French adventurer Jean Laborde.By 3:00 PM, you'll be exploring the village of Mantasoa, meeting locals, and learning about their daily customs and traditions. You'll depart for Antananarivo at 5:00 PM, arriving back in the late afternoon, with the journey time depending on city traffic.