Day 1: You will arrive in Maroantsetra by private flight.

For your tour to the rainforest of the Masoala Peninsula, Maroantsetra is the first port of call. Here you land by private charter plane from Antananarivo. From the airport there is a direct transfer to the port. A motorboat will bring you connect through the bay of Antongil to Masoala Forest Lodge. With a little luck, you can already observe some dolphins and also whales, which feel at home in the bay, during the almost two-hour trip. In addition, you will enjoy a magnificent view of the forested hills of the National Park of the Peninsulas during the crossing. Upon arrival at the Masoala Peninsula the team will accompany you about the golden private beach up to the lodge. There you can lunch at the idyllically located beach house enjoy. Afterwards, if you wish, you can already go on a first exploration tour and enjoy the beach or a cool swim in the sea. Towards evening then stands a Sundowner around the campfire on the schedule.

Day 2: First excursion to Masoala Rainforest

This first full day you spend on the Masoala Peninsula starts with a substantial breakfast with freshly roasted coffee or a delicious selection of teas on the Sea Deck of the Masoala Forest Lodge.

Contemplate the sea and enjoy the culinary delights of the regionAfter breakfast, the route takes you north along the beach.

From there, you will soon reach the primary and impressive rainforest, which is home to the rare red varis, giant chameleons and many other unique animals. Now you have a few hours with a private guide to explore the rainforest.

Take a look at the gigantic ancient trees and have your camera ready to snap some of the shy animals before they disappear back into the undergrowth. After the tour, you will be taken back to the lodge by boat, where you will find a sumptuous and fortifying lunch expected. The afternoon can be spent individually designed according to your own wishes be

become. Opt for a snorkeling excursion into the Indian Ocean and marvel at the wonderful coral reefsthat hide under the surface of the sea. Or visit with the kayak the secret cove, an almost magical place where you can marvel at fascinating rock formations and, with a little luck, even Watching dolphins and sea turtles can.

Day 3: The Masoala Rainforest welcomes you again

Also the third day of your trip begins with a substantial breakfast on the magnificent deck. Enjoy the various delicacies that the buffet has to offer and soak up the relaxed atmosphere. Afterwards, set off on a guided hike with your guide.

We first head towards the coastal forest, where, with a bit of luck, you may spot the native helmeted vanga and the cute white-headed lemur. From there, the tour continues directly to the Tampolo waterfallswhich will delight you with a spectacular view.

The natural pools are perfect for a refreshing dip. You then return to Masoala Forest Lodge in a traditional canoe, which is steered by an experienced member of the lodge staff. Once you have fortified yourself with a delicious lunch, you can spend the afternoon as you wish. Swimming trips, snorkeling trips or even a trip with the kayak offer themselves.

In the evening you also have the opportunity to take part in a guided night hike into the rainforest participate. On some days the extremely rare aye-ayes can be observed. At the end of this vacation day you can expect a delicious dinner at the beach house of Masoala Forest Lodge.

Day 4: By kayak around Tampolo

Today, too, the day begins with an incomparable moment of pleasure on the Sea Deck. As soon as you have fortified yourself sufficiently, a kayak awaits you to take you out to sea.

It goes around the so-called tampolo point until to a beautiful beach on the sacred island. There, the turquoise water tempts you to take a refreshing dip. Afterwards, you slowly make your way across the water into the untouched mangroves.

All kinds of things await you on the rivers surrounded by dense forest exciting flora and fauna. On some days, blue-spotted stingrays can be spotted in the water and gray lemurs can be seen in the trees above the river. For the lunch break on this day is a dinner on one of the dreamlike tropical beaches planned.

Enjoy a Picnic under palm trees and get an idea of what it must be like in paradise. After the return trip to Masoala Forest Lodge, you can enjoy a little siesta before an evening Music group from the nearby village of Ambodiforaha comes to visit and entertain you with traditional sounds.

Day 5: By boat to the Masoala Rainforest

Today, an excursion into the rainforest is on the agenda, taking you on a boat into the dense jungle. First, however, you strengthen yourself with a delicious breakfast at Masoala Forest Lodge. After that we will go through the Tampolo Marine Parks to the Antalavia waterfalls.

. Many natural pools await you there, where you can splash around happily and enjoy a refreshing bath in a dreamlike scenery can take. With a bit of luck, you may even spot a few shy white-headed lemurs, which are often found near the waterfalls.

After an extensive bath you will again Indulged with a picnic on the beach. After this refreshment, you will visit a unique family that has been living completely self-sufficiently and in harmony with nature in the rainforest for several generations.

The family will invite you on a tour of their small farm and show you vanilla, coffee, cloves, coconuts and exotic fruits. On your return, you will then spend the evening at the Dinner at the beach house and at a cozy bonfire on the beach.

Day 6: Going to Ambodiforaha and the nearby surroundings

Today, after many excursions into the Masoala rainforest, a little intercultural encounter on the schedule.

on the schedule. After breakfast on the Sea Deck of Masoala Forest Lodge, you will be escorted through the coastal forest to the rice paddies that lead to the Village Ambodiforaha belong. There, you will normally already be informed by the Betsimisaraka expected, who will be happy to give you a Insight into their traditions, culture and way of life enable

make possible. It is not uncommon for the hospitable inhabitants to invite their visitors into their homes and show them traditionally made baskets and mats. Lunch will then take place again at Masoala Forest Lodge. If you wish, you can then take the opportunity for a cozy and very traditional pirogue ride perceive. Dinner awaits you again at the lodge with its epicurean delights.

Day 7: Design this day according to your wishes

The penultimate day of your Journey through Madagascar are at your disposal from morning to evening. Decide for yourself which adventures you would like to experience today and feel free to contact us if we can help you with the organization.

How about, for example, a romantic picnic on a small private beachwhich you have all to yourself. Swim there, unpack your snorkel and enjoy the pleasant waves of the Indian Ocean once again.

Or visit the Masoala rainforest again and keep an eye out for rare birds and fascinating lemurs. If you would rather relax a little from the adventures of the last few days, you can simply relax in a hammock and let the sun and the sunshine wash over you. the indescribable atmosphere spoil you.

At sunset you can then enjoy another Sundowner on the beach. In addition, today you can also expect a very traditionally prepared and served dinner: Rice and grilled fish are served with traditional sauces and snacks on ravenala leaves. This is also an exciting experience not to be missed.

Day 8: Finally a trip to Nosy Mangabe

The last day of your trip to Masoala Peninsula is in some respects filled with a sense of departure, but still holds some indispensable experiences and experiences ready

After breakfast you will by motorboat to Nosy Mangabe. This nature reserve on an island juts out of the water in the bay of Antongil and is home to numerous unique animals and plants that you should definitely get to know.

You can also visit a few tombs from the 17th century on a beach and so venture an exciting look into the past.

Afterwards there is again today a Picnic on the beachbefore the boat takes you back to Maroantsetra.

There you board the plane back to Antananarivo.