Horse riding tour in the east of Madagascar
Horse riding tour on the beach
You will not experience large crowds of tourists on Madagascar. The island has so far been spared mass tourism and therefore can be be discovered individually by you. Not least because Madagascar in recent years is trying very hard to preserve the unique landscapes and for this reason the nature conservation and the promotion of sustainable tourism projects in the focus of policy. Let yourself be guided by the natural wonders, the rich flora and fauna just as the Joy of life and diversity of the island and be a guest in Madagascar's joyful culture, which offers a colorful blend of African, French and Indonesian traditions.
A horseback riding tour along the beautiful beaches of Madagascar's east coast is an experience you will never forget. If you decide against our detailed Horse riding tour for 16 days or our 11-day ride to the highlands decide, we do not recommend that you travel to 7 days riding to end on the red island. Following this unforgettable journey on horseback, you will have the opportunity to enjoy the East coast of the island to explore further. Be inspired by our wide range of offers and tours! Visit the delightful St. Marie Island or travel on to Masoala and visit the largest national park on the island. There are no limits to your imagination. We will be happy to advise you individually.
Day 1: Arrival in the capital
Upon your arrival at the airport of Antananarivo, you will be received. The overnight stay will be at the hotel on this first day, where you will recover from the trip and prepare for the prepare upcoming adventures can.
Day 2: First stop at Madagascar's lemurs
After breakfast, you will head to the starting point of your horseback riding tour in the western part of the country. On the way you will stop at a Lemurs Parkwhere 12 species of lemurs live. The droll semi-monkeys are native only to Madagascar and have become a true flagship of the island. The culinary specialties of the island you can then approach on your own during a first lunch. After a total driving time of about 3 hours you will reach your accommodation, which we have carefully selected for you.
Day 3: The impressive Canal des Pangalanes
(approx. 3h riding time)
Today you will be awakened by the calls coming from the neighboring forest reserve good morning in a completely different language! After breakfast you will go to Briackville, where your horses are already waiting for you. Once there, you will have time to fortify yourself for the first stage on horseback with a lunch according to your personal preferences. You will ride to Bac, at the Canal des Pangalanes, who once main waterway at the time of the French colonization. After successfully crossing the channel, you will reach the spacious beach of Ambila. Under exotic coconut palms pitch your tents and come in the evening to rest with the gentle sound of the sea and tropical flair.
Day 4: Andevoranto - The way to the "end of the world
(approx. 5h riding time)
Your way leads you on this fifth day along the white dream beach. You will circle Bac to the south and after exuberant gallops you will reach the mouth of the Rianala River. Here in Andevoranto, at the "end of the world", flow Fresh and salt water together. At the restaurant Les Cocotiers d'Andovoranto you will be served a first class lunch and you will have the opportunity to enjoy the to get to know great cordiality of local people. After the tasty meal you return to Ambila, where you can enjoy a bath in fresh or salt water. You will spend the night again in your cozy tented camp right by the sea.
Day 5: A day full of adrenaline
(approx. 4h riding time)
Firmly in the saddle, today's tour takes you north. Picturesque landscapes and dreamlike paths allow you to ride in high gallop to literally fly over the terrain! In Vavony, a fishing village on the shores of Lake Rasoabe, you will have a short rest before returning to Ambila in the late noon. In the afternoon you have the choice of taking a relaxing swim in the sea or facing a new thrill: With the horses you will organize exciting equestrian games on the beach! After this eventful day you and your horse have more than deserved the nightly rest in the tent camp by the sea.
Day 6: Return to Antananarivo
(approx. 3h riding time)
On your last day on horseback, you will once again cross the Canal des Pangalanes. One last time you will have the opportunity to train yourself and your horse at prolonged gallop to demand on Madagascar's dream beach. You again exuberant gallops on beautiful sandy paths and on the beach. At noon you will have to say goodbye to your beloved animals with a heavy heart. On your return journey to Antananarivo you will stop in the Pereiras Reserve You will have the opportunity to observe numerous native animals in their natural habitat. Lunch on this day you arrange yourself and according to your desire. Back in Madagascar's capital you will spend the night in the friendly Villa Sibylle.
Day 7: Antananarivo and surroundings
Back in Anatananarivo you have countless possibilities to organize your day. Dive into the Bustle of the capital and let your stay end in the urban flair of the different cultures of Madagascar. We will gladly take care of your transfer to the airport. However, it is recommended not to let your trip end here. Make the most of your stay on the most beautiful island in the world and deepen your knowledge of the country and its people. We will be happy to advise you on your options for further travel.
General information:
For our 7 days east coast horse riding tour you should have at least since 2 to 3 years riding regularly, at Off road tours be used to and with English bridle and saddle be familiar. Especially the well-developed paths on the beach are ideal for a rather brisk riding speed whereas the beginning of the tour in the highlands demands a more moderate pace. The from local cultivars originating Stallions and geldings are all calm, balanced animalswhich also proves to be distinctly sure-footed prove. Just like the horses, you should take rides from 5 or 6 hours can cope with daily. The weight of the riders should be at the long riding trails maximum 90 kg amount. You will spend the nights in the Double rooms from accommodations with whose owners we have been cooperating for years or in accommodations provided by us. Camping. Breakfast and dinner are taken in the respective accommodation or in the tent camp and partly freshly prepared at the campfire. At noon we provide a small snack. Only on Day 2 and Day 5 we ask you to provide your own lunch. The 7 days riding tour is suitable for 4 to 10 participants, to which we assign the period from April till October would recommend as the most favorable time to travel. The guides speak either French or English. We will be happy to answer any further questions individually.