8-Day Unforgettable Madagascar Tour

Upon arrival at Ivato Airport, you will be greeted by an English-speaking guide from MCC, who will escort you to your hotel in the upper town of Antananarivo. Known locally as ‘Tana,’ the city features fascinating traditional architecture and exhibits a stronger Indonesian influence compared to the rest of Madagascar. Maison Gallieni, a restored colonial mansion, blends modern and traditional décor seamlessly. You'll relax by the pool and enjoy stunning views over the city before dinner.

After an early breakfast, your guide will drive you east to Andasibe, a breathtaking rainforest destination approximately five hours from the capital. This lush region is home to two protected areas: the Perinet Special Reserve and Mantadia National Park. Perinet is renowned for its population of Indri lemurs—the largest living lemur species. The journey to Andasibe provides a fascinating glimpse into rural Madagascar, with scenic views of rice paddies, traditional red-brick houses, and roadside stalls. On arrival, check in to your hotel and enjoy lunch. In the afternoon, visit a private reserve managed by the local NGO Mitsinjo. This inspiring organization leads efforts in reforestation, environmental education, and conservation awareness, and it also operates Madagascar's first amphibian captive-breeding facility. During your visit, you'll encounter an impressive diversity of wildlife and have the opportunity to plant an indigenous tree species along the reforestation trail.

After breakfast, drive to Mantadia National Park (scenic route, picnic lunch). Rainforest, lemurs: Indri, sifakas, bamboo, ruffed lemurs. Taller forest, fewer visitors. Picnic at Rianasoa Waterfall. Evening night walk for mouse lemurs, sportive lemurs, woolly lemurs.

Explore Perinet Reserve (Analamazaotra) for the Indri—Madagascar's largest lemur. Spot 11 other lemurs, endemic birds, reptiles, and orchids. Lunch, then return to Antananarivo.

Charter flight to Soalala. Drive to Namoroka Tsingy Camp (2.5 hrs). Village walk. Settle in. Afternoon guided walk (birds, sifakas, lemurs). Possible fossa or Aye Aye. Sundowner under baobabs.

Spend two full days exploring the dramatic limestone formations of Namoroka National Park and its surrounding wilderness. This remote park remains one of Madagascar's most pristine and untouched protected areas, perfect for adventurous travellers. Namoroka is a biodiversity hotspot, home to over 100 species of birds and a rich variety of wildlife. Among the six lemur species found here are the lively Von der Decken's sifaka, the elusive Milne-Edwards sportive lemur, and the striking red lemur. One of the highlights of your visit is a guided exploration of the vast cave system that lies beneath the tsingy massif. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the cool shade of the tsingy spires, surrounded by the sounds and sights of this wild, otherworldly landscape.

On your final day, your English-speaking guide will transfer you to the airport in time for check-in for your international outbound flight.