In the context of our brand new tour with the beautiful name "The splendor of the slopes -with us the Terra Incognita in Madagascar experience" it was possible for the team of vacation on Madagascar to compile the extremely unusual tour offered here.
The first part of the trip takes you along the east coast on partly adventurous tracks with some river crossings to the hot south. This section is hardly offered on the German-speaking market in this form and is a real highlight. You cross. An adventure off the beaten track for every guest.
In the second section we will drive north from the south via the N7. The famous Route Nationale 7 connects different places that we will show you with our own way. No matter if the barren and warm south, or the cooler highlands. You will carry this part of your journey in your heart for a long time.
Part 1: Towards "Terra IncognitaThe journey begins in the capital Antananarivo and takes you first on the N7 towards the south/east, it is divided into three very different sections:The highlands and the east coast, the land of the thorn people and finally the Baobab Tour along the west coast at the Mozambique Channel.From Antananarivo, you will first travel along a rather classic part of the usual itineraries to Antsirabe, Ranomafana N.P. and Manakara.On the east coast, from Manakara, Farafangana and Vaingandrano, the itinerary will take you along sometimes difficult tracks and 10 ferries for river crossings to the deep and hot south. There you can relax a few days in Fort Dauphin before the 2nd part of the tour begins. |
Part 2: The land of the thorn people.This part of the journey will certainly leave unforgettable impressions: Endless expanses, bizarre and unique thorn forests in the most diverse forms and a huge labyrinth of sandy roads, which crosses this almost deserted area. At the southernmost tip of Madagascar, Cap Saint Marie, to Lavanono about 30 km northwest of it, is the habitat of the beautiful ray turtles. They are still found there in large numbers and the stately size of some specimens is also a rarity. |
Part 3: The Highland Route from Mozambique Channel to the NorthFrom Tulear we travel through sparsely populated thorn forests, dideraceous and baobab landscapes and across savannahs to the mineral rugged landscape near Isalo. along the Mozambique Channel to the north.Zombitse-Vohibasia, Isalo, Anja Park This trip can be booked individually but it can also be a group trip on fixed dates. Three to four guests maximum per off-road vehicle. If offered on fixed dates, the trip will definitely take place.Up to 12 guests can sign up independently for this itinerary and the above trip dates. The respective number of fixed bookings will be updated when new guests join. The price for all participants will be cheaper if more guests join the trip. This trip is only feasible during the dry season in mid-May and mid-November. Long drives in difficult terrain, sometimes uncomfortable accommodations or mediocre restaurants have to be accepted in this part and on such a tour the unexpected often invites itself, which might make short term changes in the itinerary necessary. There are a total of 10 river crossings by ferry and some by car through more or less deep water.A good physical condition is necessary despite very little physical effort. The tour is mostly away from populated areas. It is the most beautiful and by far the most diverse trip you can imagine in Madagascar. The created tour was tested, organized and made possible by us with German thoroughness. Connection tours to the Tsingy from Bemaraha or Andasibe, as well as a division of the total tour into individual sections are possible and can be individually requested and planned. |
Day 1 - Arrival in AntananarivoThe first thing you have to do in Madagascar is the visa formalities at Ivato airport. Immediately after that the adventure Madagascar begins for you. We will welcome you in the halls of Ivato. Depending on the time of day, the first activities in Tana or the first night's rest in our Villa Sibylle are now on the plan.overnight stay in the "Villa Sibylle |
Day 2 Antananarivo-AntsirabeWhen we stop for lunch in Behenjy or Ambatolampy, the suburbs of Tana are already gone behind us and we are in the middle of the famous N7. Antsirabe, which we reach after about 170km on a well maintained road, was originally founded in the 19th century by a Norwegian missionary and can still be recognized by the way some of the buildings in the older part of the town are built. In a beautiful and quiet hotel you can process the first experiences of your trip and with a little luck find the first chameleons in the garden.Overnight stay in the hotel "Chambres du Voyageur". |
Day 3 Antsirabe-RanomafanaSlowly the excitement rises what will await you in the further course of your journey. Today we will drive on a curvy but still very good road to Ranomafana, where the national park of the same name is located. When the landscape changes to a dense rainforest with lush vegetation and the road leads through the middle of the forest, the destination of today's stage is not far away. The Ranomafana National Park opens its doors to us.overnight stay at the Hotel Thermal". |
Day 4 Ranomafana N.P.-ManakaraWhen the morning slowly announces itself and the clouds of fog hanging over the forest are lightened by the sun as they are every morning, you see with wide eyes where you are. The Ranomafana forest is one of the last intact mountain cloud forests in the world. A fascinating atmosphere lies over the just awakening tree giants on the slopes of the forest. You will not be able to escape the fascination of this region. 12 species of lemurs, over 100 species of birds, insects, frogs, reptiles can be found. Several walks with local guides are available. We will be guided according to your wishes and your physical condition. In the afternoon, depending on how long the morning tour was in the park, we will continue east. Over a peculiar hilly landscape near Irondro our way leads directly to the east coast. After only about 3 hours of driving we reach palm trees and the blue, endless expanse of the Indian Ocean. Manakara is the center of the spice trade of the island. Spices like cinnamon, cloves, curcuma and of course first class vanilla can be purchased and tested in an incomparable quality.Overnight stay in the hotel "La Vanille". |
Day 5 Manakara-Vaingandrano-SandravinanyOn the fifth day of our trip you will literally experience what Madagascar has to offer in terms of extreme and extraordinary landscapes. The first 180km from Manakara to Vangaindrano go very well and easy, the road is here in a very good condition.This Route is very lang and the Advance depends from five " Ferries " from, it is possible that in Farafangana an additional stay must be planned, this depends on several factors such as condition of the runway, weather conditions.in the case the tour lasts a day longer than is planned in this description and the additional night is spent in Farafangana in the hotel " Concombre masqué ".from Vangaindrano, however, begins a real adventure. Over a total of four rivers we have to cross with driving, the slopes to these are partly very difficult and demand our driver and the 4×4 off-road vehicle everything what is in them. You will experience how nature and landscape change again. Not so long ago you were in a mountain cloud forest, now the landscape is much more bare and impresses with its vastness. The 4th and last ferry of the day has just taken us across the river and the dirt road winds through the infinity of rounded hilltops until we discover a sign in the middle of absolute nowhere. "Le relais du sud-est" is written on the signpost and announces that our accommodation is approaching. A Frenchman has settled here and created directly on the Indian Ocean a small oasis that welcomes us with a friendly atmosphere.Let the rest of the day dangle the soul and enjoy one of the most beautiful places in Madagascar.Accommodation in Le relais du sud-est or Concombre masqué |
Day 6 Sandravinany-Fort DauphinToday is again very eventful and takes us with the ferries N° 5 to 10 across another 6 rivers. The road is again much better than yesterday, partly it is currently even renewed. Also the landscape becomes clearly different to the days before. At the latest after ferry N°9 in Vatomirindy the first trees and the typical vegetation of the east coast become visible. This section captivates not only by the adventure to be expected but also with a again unique constantly changing landscape. There are about 50 km left to Tort Dauphin (Taolagnaro) and it takes about 2 hours to complete this final stretch. Before reaching the town there is the possibility to visit the Nampoina Reserve, but this visit can also take place the next day. This reserve, adapted to the typical environment, offers insights into the flora and fauna of the region.Overnight at Lavasoa Hotel and dinner at the nearby Talinjoo Restaurant. |
Day 7 Fort Dauphin-Nahampoana ReserveA day to experience nature and the flora and fauna or just to relax once in a while. Whether you are looking for a walk through the markets, a visit to the sandy beaches or the action in Nahampoana nature reserve. We will be at your disposal and supportive. The reserve, which is only about 67 hectares in size, impresses with its diversity. The highlight of the reserve are surely the sifakas. The lemurs are more accustomed to visitors than in the wild and can be observed and photographed much better. The reserve offers everything in flora, fauna and landscapes what also the in my eyes completely overpriced Berenty Reserve shows. In the forest there are waterfalls and natural ponds, quiet and secluded picnic areas. You can also take a short trip by pirogue through the mangroves.Overnight at Lavasoa Hotel and dinner at the nearby Talinjoo Restaurant. |
Day 8 Fort Dauphin-LavanonoVery early in the morning we say goodbye to Fort Dauphin. The second part of the incredible trilogy of this trip begins this early morning. Because now we will get to know the real south of Madagascar, already a few kilometers after Fort Dauphin one notices clearly that here is a climatic border which makes itself recognizable by a unique transition vegetation. It was warm and it was humid, now it is dry and it is hot. Precipitation is rare in this area, so the landscape is dry and parched. After some KM we pass the Andohahela National Park but a visit is not possible in time. Later, huge sisal plantations appear along the track. In Amovombe we have the last chance to visit a bank and a gas station. We will not find any infrastructure until Lavanono. The area is deserted until Tsiombe. The labyrinth of sandy roads begins and only absolute professionals with appropriate off-road vehicles can find their way here. Giant ray turtles of the genus Astrochelys radiata appear as if out of nowhere. To observe these giants among the turtles in their ancestral habitat is fascinating. We drive past the Cap Sainte Marie National Park. If time permits, the visit can take place immediately. Otherwise you can either camp there or continue to Lavanono and stay at Gigi's place. Chez Gigi is a very simple accommodation but it is far and wide the only one that has a still acceptable but nevertheless very spartan comfort to offer.Overnight "chez Gigi" in Lavanono |
Day 9 Lavanono-Cap Sainte Marie N.P.Today we spend the day in the area around Lavanono and in Cap Sainte Marie N.P. Not to visit it would be almost criminal. We head for the southernmost cap of Madagascar and let our gaze wander over the gentle waves of the Indian Ocean into the distance. Knowing that the next land mass is Antarctica. Here the national park Cap Sainte Marie consists of a very rugged landscape with very low vegetation, opuntias are widespread and serve as food for the many ray turtles that can be observed almost everywhere. In another not less interesting place of the N.P. we will visit a sacred grotto inhabited by bats. Various birds and reptiles are again to be observed and round off the experience.overnight stay with Gigi in Lavanono |
Day 10 Lavanono-AmbolaWe now leave the vast landscapes of the southern end of our island on almost even more impossible tracks compared to the last days. In some places our Landcruiser fits only with folded rear view mirrors through the cacti. To get to Ambola where the starting point to the Tsimanampetsotsa N.P. is located, it is strongly recommended to contact a local driver. Our guide will lead you through this area without GPS, cell phone or maps. The track itself is not so demanding, but the orientation is only feasible for professionals.Overnight at Vahombe Hotel |
Day 11 Tsimanampetsotsa N.PThe Tsimanampetsotsa N.P. will impress you with its salt lake inhabited by a colony of over 3000 flamingos and the landscape belonging to it. Once again, Madagascar manages to surprise you with a landscape that you would not expect to see here. The reptiles that are found here are all endemic to the area, which means that they are only found here. It is also possible to visit a cave where fish live, blinded by the lack of sunlight and have adapted to the extreme conditions. Drink a lot and drink again.It is just hot.Overnight stay in the hotel Vahombe |
Day 12 Ambola-Soalara-St.Augustin-SarondranoTo reach the ferry between Soalara and Saint Augustin the tour must be planned accordingly. The ferry commutes only 3 times a week. Through picturesque fishing villages along the coast, our way leads us to the huge bay of Saint Augustin. Here, the car is shipped onto a large ferry together with us travelers and unloaded in less than an hour in Saint Augustin. It is possible that the ferry is not in operation, in which case a boat transfer from Anakao or Soalara is necessary.from there it goes over the cliffs on the other side of the bay to the fantastically beautiful Eden Lodge.overnight stay in the "Résidence Eden Lodge". |
Days 13 and 14 Sarondrano and surroundingsThe scenery and opportunities in the area around Eden Lodge are, in my opinion, second to none in Madagascar. Outrigger pirogues, motorboat, canoe, off-road vehicle, visits to a huge protected area and even paragliding are available. No matter what activity you decide to do, reliable and knowledgeable guides are available. To relax, you can retreat and enjoy the sunshine with excellent food and 32° warm water. As a tip, a trip to the island of Nosy Ve inhabited by very rare sea birds can be advised. An unforgettable picnic in this environment awaits you.Overnight "Residence Eden Lodge". |
Day 15 Sarondrano- RanohiraFrom Sarondrano we drive north almost to Tulear, the city at the Tropic of Capricorn which knows only very few rainy days in the year.Now we return to the southernmost part of the N7 and this will accompany us in the next few days back to Tana.On the way to Ranohira we cross the Zombitse-Vohibasia NP which is famous especially among ornithologists.Here are 47% of all bird species endemic to Madagascar and some are even locally endemic there.Also rare lemurs and reptiles are to be found there.Before we reach our hotel, we cross in the further course of the route stretches of land that are strongly reminiscent of African savannahs.Overnight stay at the hotel "Isalo Rock Lodge". |
Day 16 Ranohira - Park Anja - AmbalavaoThe day will take us along the N7 to Ambalavao. Before we reach the city we will have the opportunity to visit the: "Association Anja Miray", called Anja Park for short. The hikes in this private reserve are very diverse and in any case good and sturdy shoes are required. In some places the hikes resemble full-grown climbing tours on the solitary granite rocks. The reserve is about 3 hectares small and is home to several katta families which can be observed perfectly. Rare reptiles like the dwarf chameleon Brookesia will also be shown to you by the local guides. Since the park is also home to the Betsileo, several burial caves and spiritual meeting places can be visited. Overnight stay in the hotel "Tsienimparihy Lodge". |
Day 17 Ambalavao - SahambavyAfter breakfast, the journey continues on the well paved road further and further north. Leaving behind the huge granite rocks and the barren red laterite soil, the landscape is green and changes again tremendously.We pass through many small villages whose colors vary from red earth color to bright red with green background. The landscape is rich green, the rice fields are a mosaic of all possible shades of green in the mirror of countless ponds created by the rice fields. We visit the photo studio of the world famous photographer Pierrot Men in Fianarantsoa and then we branch off to the east. A few hours ago the landscape was barren and without trees, beautifully slowly we sink into a tropical vegetation.Continue to SahambavyOvernight at "Lac Hotel". |
Day 18 Sahambavy - AntsirabeThis morning we head back to the highlands, the town of Ambositra itself is known for its craftsmen who specialize in carving and veneering precious wood. Several sculptor's studios and carpenter's workshops invite to visits, which are located directly at the inhabitants if someone is interested, otherwise we continue immediately in the direction of Antsirabe. On the way north we will visit an original reforestation project with orange trees. In the afternoon we will arrive in the highest town of the country, this former health resort is located at an altitude of about 1600 m. Overnight stay in the hotel "Les Chambres du Voyageur". |
Day 19 Antsirabe - AntananarivoAfter such a long time in the nature, in the heat of the deep south and along the untouched southern east coast we come back to the very hectic capital of Madagascar. This last stage of this extraordinary tour gives the guests a different insight than at the beginning where the same route was driven in the opposite direction. These were the first impressions of Madagascar, three weeks full of unforgettable events have been experienced since then. We return to the starting point Antananarivo of the trip.overnight stay in the guest house " Villa Sibylle |
Day 20 Antananarivo and surroundingsThe last day of what is sure to be an unforgettable journey through landscapes and to locations that are not unique to Madagascar. You can once again visit the city of Antananarivo or one of the nearby attractions such as the Lemur Park. You can also relax in the tropical garden of the guesthouse of Villa Sybille. |
Day 21 Return flightIn the afternoon or evening we will take you to the airport, usually the flight home leaves after midnight, so you will appreciate the possibility of a "day use" at the hotel and can prepare everything in peace before the flight. Overnight stay in the guest house of the "Villa Sibylle" |
Special important notesIt is possible to book this trip on your travel dates as an individual trip.this tour is only feasible from mid-May to mid-November. The south and the west of Madagascar are very hot areas, the coolest months would be June to August but in the remaining months where the tour is offered it is of course also feasible without any problems.This is an adventure trip in difficult to access and sparsely populated areas, we attach great importance to the best possible accommodations everywhere it is possible but on this trip some worse accommodations have to be accepted because there are no alternatives far and wide.Although it is not a physically demanding trip, it should be clear from the beginning that participants should not have any serious health problems because medical care can be difficult when traveling far from the usual itineraries. Vaccinations and malaria prophylaxis are neither mandatory nor really necessary, but some precautions for the usual medications for tropical travel should be taken. A good physical condition is absolutely necessary, this tour is not suitable for guests with heart problems.The climate is mostly very warm to hot but it can be very cold in the winter months (June to August) on the highlands, so both light summer clothes and warmer clothes must be taken.There are chargers and voltage converters in the car but it is advised to take your own power bank or enough batteries.For all other questions we are happy to help. |
Part 1: Towards "Terra IncognitaThe journey begins in the capital Antananarivo and takes you first on the N7 towards the south/east, it is divided into three very different sections:The highlands and the east coast, the land of the thorn people and finally the Baobab Tour along the west coast at the Mozambique Channel.From Antananarivo, you will first travel along a rather classic part of the usual itineraries to Antsirabe, Ranomafana N.P. and Manakara.On the east coast, from Manakara, Farafangana and Vaingandrano, the itinerary will take you along sometimes difficult tracks and 10 ferries for river crossings to the deep and hot south. There you can relax a few days in Fort Dauphin before the 2nd part of the tour begins. |
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Part 2: The land of the thorn people.This part of the journey will certainly leave unforgettable impressions: Endless expanses, bizarre and unique thorn forests in the most diverse forms and a huge labyrinth of sandy roads, which crosses this almost deserted area. At the southernmost tip of Madagascar, Cap Saint Marie, to Lavanono about 30 km northwest of it, is the habitat of the beautiful ray turtles. They are still found there in large numbers and the stately size of some specimens is also a rarity. |
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Part 3: The Highland Route from Mozambique Channel to the NorthFrom Tulear we travel through sparsely populated thorn forests, dideraceous and baobab landscapes and across savannahs to the mineral rugged landscape near Isalo. along the Mozambique Channel to the north.Zombitse-Vohibasia, Isalo, Anja Park This trip can be booked individually but it can also be a group trip on fixed dates. Three to four guests maximum per off-road vehicle. If offered on fixed dates, the trip will definitely take place.Up to 12 guests can sign up independently for this itinerary and the above trip dates. The respective number of fixed bookings will be updated when new guests join. The price for all participants will be cheaper if more guests join the trip. This trip is only feasible during the dry season in mid-May and mid-November. Long drives in difficult terrain, sometimes uncomfortable accommodations or mediocre restaurants have to be accepted in this part and on such a tour the unexpected often invites itself, which might make short term changes in the itinerary necessary. There are a total of 10 river crossings by ferry and some by car through more or less deep water.A good physical condition is necessary despite very little physical effort. The tour is mostly away from populated areas. It is the most beautiful and by far the most diverse trip you can imagine in Madagascar. The created tour was tested, organized and made possible by us with German thoroughness. Connection tours to the Tsingy from Bemaraha or Andasibe, as well as a division of the total tour into individual sections are possible and can be individually requested and planned. |
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Day 1 - Arrival in AntananarivoThe first thing you have to do in Madagascar is the visa formalities at Ivato airport. Immediately after that the adventure Madagascar begins for you. We will welcome you in the halls of Ivato. Depending on the time of day, the first activities in Tana or the first night's rest in our Villa Sibylle are now on the plan.overnight stay in the "Villa Sibylle |
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Day 2 Antananarivo-AntsirabeWhen we stop for lunch in Behenjy or Ambatolampy, the suburbs of Tana are already gone behind us and we are in the middle of the famous N7. Antsirabe, which we reach after about 170km on a well maintained road, was originally founded in the 19th century by a Norwegian missionary and can still be recognized by the way some of the buildings in the older part of the town are built. In a beautiful and quiet hotel you can process the first experiences of your trip and with a little luck find the first chameleons in the garden.Overnight stay in the hotel "Chambres du Voyageur". |
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Day 3 Antsirabe-RanomafanaSlowly the excitement rises what will await you in the further course of your journey. Today we will drive on a curvy but still very good road to Ranomafana, where the national park of the same name is located. When the landscape changes to a dense rainforest with lush vegetation and the road leads through the middle of the forest, the destination of today's stage is not far away. The Ranomafana National Park opens its doors to us.overnight stay at the Hotel Thermal". |
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Day 4 Ranomafana N.P.-ManakaraWhen the morning slowly announces itself and the clouds of fog hanging over the forest are lightened by the sun as they are every morning, you see with wide eyes where you are. The Ranomafana forest is one of the last intact mountain cloud forests in the world. A fascinating atmosphere lies over the just awakening tree giants on the slopes of the forest. You will not be able to escape the fascination of this region. 12 species of lemurs, over 100 species of birds, insects, frogs, reptiles can be found. Several walks with local guides are available. We will be guided according to your wishes and your physical condition. In the afternoon, depending on how long the morning tour was in the park, we will continue east. Over a peculiar hilly landscape near Irondro our way leads directly to the east coast. After only about 3 hours of driving we reach palm trees and the blue, endless expanse of the Indian Ocean. Manakara is the center of the spice trade of the island. Spices like cinnamon, cloves, curcuma and of course first class vanilla can be purchased and tested in an incomparable quality.Overnight stay in the hotel "La Vanille". |
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Day 5 Manakara-Vaingandrano-SandravinanyOn the fifth day of our trip you will literally experience what Madagascar has to offer in terms of extreme and extraordinary landscapes. The first 180km from Manakara to Vangaindrano go very well and easy, the road is here in a very good condition.This Route is very lang and the Advance depends from five " Ferries " from, it is possible that in Farafangana an additional stay must be planned, this depends on several factors such as condition of the runway, weather conditions.in the case the tour lasts a day longer than is planned in this description and the additional night is spent in Farafangana in the hotel " Concombre masqué ".from Vangaindrano, however, begins a real adventure. Over a total of four rivers we have to cross with driving, the slopes to these are partly very difficult and demand our driver and the 4×4 off-road vehicle everything what is in them. You will experience how nature and landscape change again. Not so long ago you were in a mountain cloud forest, now the landscape is much more bare and impresses with its vastness. The 4th and last ferry of the day has just taken us across the river and the dirt road winds through the infinity of rounded hilltops until we discover a sign in the middle of absolute nowhere. "Le relais du sud-est" is written on the signpost and announces that our accommodation is approaching. A Frenchman has settled here and created directly on the Indian Ocean a small oasis that welcomes us with a friendly atmosphere.Let the rest of the day dangle the soul and enjoy one of the most beautiful places in Madagascar.Accommodation in Le relais du sud-est or Concombre masqué |
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Day 6 Sandravinany-Fort DauphinToday is again very eventful and takes us with the ferries N° 5 to 10 across another 6 rivers. The road is again much better than yesterday, partly it is currently even renewed. Also the landscape becomes clearly different to the days before. At the latest after ferry N°9 in Vatomirindy the first trees and the typical vegetation of the east coast become visible. This section captivates not only by the adventure to be expected but also with a again unique constantly changing landscape. There are about 50 km left to Tort Dauphin (Taolagnaro) and it takes about 2 hours to complete this final stretch. Before reaching the town there is the possibility to visit the Nampoina Reserve, but this visit can also take place the next day. This reserve, adapted to the typical environment, offers insights into the flora and fauna of the region.Overnight at Lavasoa Hotel and dinner at the nearby Talinjoo Restaurant. |
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Day 7 Fort Dauphin-Nahampoana ReserveA day to experience nature and the flora and fauna or just to relax once in a while. Whether you are looking for a walk through the markets, a visit to the sandy beaches or the action in Nahampoana nature reserve. We will be at your disposal and supportive. The reserve, which is only about 67 hectares in size, impresses with its diversity. The highlight of the reserve are surely the sifakas. The lemurs are more accustomed to visitors than in the wild and can be observed and photographed much better. The reserve offers everything in flora, fauna and landscapes what also the in my eyes completely overpriced Berenty Reserve shows. In the forest there are waterfalls and natural ponds, quiet and secluded picnic areas. You can also take a short trip by pirogue through the mangroves.Overnight at Lavasoa Hotel and dinner at the nearby Talinjoo Restaurant. |
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Day 8 Fort Dauphin-LavanonoVery early in the morning we say goodbye to Fort Dauphin. The second part of the incredible trilogy of this trip begins this early morning. Because now we will get to know the real south of Madagascar, already a few kilometers after Fort Dauphin one notices clearly that here is a climatic border which makes itself recognizable by a unique transition vegetation. It was warm and it was humid, now it is dry and it is hot. Precipitation is rare in this area, so the landscape is dry and parched. After some KM we pass the Andohahela National Park but a visit is not possible in time. Later, huge sisal plantations appear along the track. In Amovombe we have the last chance to visit a bank and a gas station. We will not find any infrastructure until Lavanono. The area is deserted until Tsiombe. The labyrinth of sandy roads begins and only absolute professionals with appropriate off-road vehicles can find their way here. Giant ray turtles of the genus Astrochelys radiata appear as if out of nowhere. To observe these giants among the turtles in their ancestral habitat is fascinating. We drive past the Cap Sainte Marie National Park. If time permits, the visit can take place immediately. Otherwise you can either camp there or continue to Lavanono and stay at Gigi's place. Chez Gigi is a very simple accommodation but it is far and wide the only one that has a still acceptable but nevertheless very spartan comfort to offer.Overnight "chez Gigi" in Lavanono |
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Day 9 Lavanono-Cap Sainte Marie N.P.Today we spend the day in the area around Lavanono and in Cap Sainte Marie N.P. Not to visit it would be almost criminal. We head for the southernmost cap of Madagascar and let our gaze wander over the gentle waves of the Indian Ocean into the distance. Knowing that the next land mass is Antarctica. Here the national park Cap Sainte Marie consists of a very rugged landscape with very low vegetation, opuntias are widespread and serve as food for the many ray turtles that can be observed almost everywhere. In another not less interesting place of the N.P. we will visit a sacred grotto inhabited by bats. Various birds and reptiles are again to be observed and round off the experience.overnight stay with Gigi in Lavanono |
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Day 10 Lavanono-AmbolaWe now leave the vast landscapes of the southern end of our island on almost even more impossible tracks compared to the last days. In some places our Landcruiser fits only with folded rear view mirrors through the cacti. To get to Ambola where the starting point to the Tsimanampetsotsa N.P. is located, it is strongly recommended to contact a local driver. Our guide will lead you through this area without GPS, cell phone or maps. The track itself is not so demanding, but the orientation is only feasible for professionals.Overnight at Vahombe Hotel |
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Day 11 Tsimanampetsotsa N.PThe Tsimanampetsotsa N.P. will impress you with its salt lake inhabited by a colony of over 3000 flamingos and the landscape belonging to it. Once again, Madagascar manages to surprise you with a landscape that you would not expect to see here. The reptiles that are found here are all endemic to the area, which means that they are only found here. It is also possible to visit a cave where fish live, blinded by the lack of sunlight and have adapted to the extreme conditions. Drink a lot and drink again.It is just hot.Overnight stay in the hotel Vahombe |
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Day 12 Ambola-Soalara-St.Augustin-SarondranoTo reach the ferry between Soalara and Saint Augustin the tour must be planned accordingly. The ferry commutes only 3 times a week. Through picturesque fishing villages along the coast, our way leads us to the huge bay of Saint Augustin. Here, the car is shipped onto a large ferry together with us travelers and unloaded in less than an hour in Saint Augustin. It is possible that the ferry is not in operation, in which case a boat transfer from Anakao or Soalara is necessary.from there it goes over the cliffs on the other side of the bay to the fantastically beautiful Eden Lodge.overnight stay in the "Résidence Eden Lodge". |
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Days 13 and 14 Sarondrano and surroundingsThe scenery and opportunities in the area around Eden Lodge are, in my opinion, second to none in Madagascar. Outrigger pirogues, motorboat, canoe, off-road vehicle, visits to a huge protected area and even paragliding are available. No matter what activity you decide to do, reliable and knowledgeable guides are available. To relax, you can retreat and enjoy the sunshine with excellent food and 32° warm water. As a tip, a trip to the island of Nosy Ve inhabited by very rare sea birds can be advised. An unforgettable picnic in this environment awaits you.Overnight "Residence Eden Lodge". |
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Day 15 Sarondrano- RanohiraFrom Sarondrano we drive north almost to Tulear, the city at the Tropic of Capricorn which knows only very few rainy days in the year.Now we return to the southernmost part of the N7 and this will accompany us in the next few days back to Tana.On the way to Ranohira we cross the Zombitse-Vohibasia NP which is famous especially among ornithologists.Here are 47% of all bird species endemic to Madagascar and some are even locally endemic there.Also rare lemurs and reptiles are to be found there.Before we reach our hotel, we cross in the further course of the route stretches of land that are strongly reminiscent of African savannahs.Overnight stay at the hotel "Isalo Rock Lodge". |
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Day 16 Ranohira - Park Anja - AmbalavaoThe day will take us along the N7 to Ambalavao. Before we reach the city we will have the opportunity to visit the: "Association Anja Miray", called Anja Park for short. The hikes in this private reserve are very diverse and in any case good and sturdy shoes are required. In some places the hikes resemble full-grown climbing tours on the solitary granite rocks. The reserve is about 3 hectares small and is home to several katta families which can be observed perfectly. Rare reptiles like the dwarf chameleon Brookesia will also be shown to you by the local guides. Since the park is also home to the Betsileo, several burial caves and spiritual meeting places can be visited. Overnight stay in the hotel "Tsienimparihy Lodge". |
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Day 17 Ambalavao - SahambavyAfter breakfast, the journey continues on the well paved road further and further north. Leaving behind the huge granite rocks and the barren red laterite soil, the landscape is green and changes again tremendously.We pass through many small villages whose colors vary from red earth color to bright red with green background. The landscape is rich green, the rice fields are a mosaic of all possible shades of green in the mirror of countless ponds created by the rice fields. We visit the photo studio of the world famous photographer Pierrot Men in Fianarantsoa and then we branch off to the east. A few hours ago the landscape was barren and without trees, beautifully slowly we sink into a tropical vegetation.Continue to SahambavyOvernight at "Lac Hotel". |
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Day 18 Sahambavy - AntsirabeThis morning we head back to the highlands, the town of Ambositra itself is known for its craftsmen who specialize in carving and veneering precious wood. Several sculptor's studios and carpenter's workshops invite to visits, which are located directly at the inhabitants if someone is interested, otherwise we continue immediately in the direction of Antsirabe. On the way north we will visit an original reforestation project with orange trees. In the afternoon we will arrive in the highest town of the country, this former health resort is located at an altitude of about 1600 m. Overnight stay in the hotel "Les Chambres du Voyageur". |
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Day 19 Antsirabe - AntananarivoAfter such a long time in the nature, in the heat of the deep south and along the untouched southern east coast we come back to the very hectic capital of Madagascar. This last stage of this extraordinary tour gives the guests a different insight than at the beginning where the same route was driven in the opposite direction. These were the first impressions of Madagascar, three weeks full of unforgettable events have been experienced since then. We return to the starting point Antananarivo of the trip.overnight stay in the guest house " Villa Sibylle |
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Day 20 Antananarivo and surroundingsThe last day of what is sure to be an unforgettable journey through landscapes and to locations that are not unique to Madagascar. You can once again visit the city of Antananarivo or one of the nearby attractions such as the Lemur Park. You can also relax in the tropical garden of the guesthouse of Villa Sybille. |
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Day 21 Return flightIn the afternoon or evening we will take you to the airport, usually the flight home leaves after midnight, so you will appreciate the possibility of a "day use" at the hotel and can prepare everything in peace before the flight. Overnight stay in the guest house of the "Villa Sibylle" |
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Special important notesIt is possible to book this trip on your travel dates as an individual trip.this tour is only feasible from mid-May to mid-November. The south and the west of Madagascar are very hot areas, the coolest months would be June to August but in the remaining months where the tour is offered it is of course also feasible without any problems.This is an adventure trip in difficult to access and sparsely populated areas, we attach great importance to the best possible accommodations everywhere it is possible but on this trip some worse accommodations have to be accepted because there are no alternatives far and wide.Although it is not a physically demanding trip, it should be clear from the beginning that participants should not have any serious health problems because medical care can be difficult when traveling far from the usual itineraries. Vaccinations and malaria prophylaxis are neither mandatory nor really necessary, but some precautions for the usual medications for tropical travel should be taken. A good physical condition is absolutely necessary, this tour is not suitable for guests with heart problems.The climate is mostly very warm to hot but it can be very cold in the winter months (June to August) on the highlands, so both light summer clothes and warmer clothes must be taken.There are chargers and voltage converters in the car but it is advised to take your own power bank or enough batteries.For all other questions we are happy to help. |
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For the provision of a single room, a total surcharge of 590.00 euros will be charged.
| 2 guests | A 4X4 vehicle | 3990 € |
| 3 guests | A 4X4 vehicle | 3780 € |
| 4 guests | Two 4X4 vehicles | 3970 € |
| 6 guests | Two 4X4 vehicles | 3780 € |
| 7 guests | Two 4X4 vehicles | 3650€ |
| 8 guests | Three 4X4 vehicles | 3970 € |
The included in the basic price Services
- complete planning and logistics
- English-speaking accompaniment by experienced tour guide
- Four wheel drive car including driver and fuel
- all nights in the specified hotels
- Meals concerning breakfast- transfers, taxes and trips indicated in the program
Not included in the basic price Services
- Lunch and and dinner drinks and other individual catering
- Tips and all personal expenses
- Entrance fees for the national parks and private parks
- additional local guides and optional leisure activities
- Airfares for international flights and domestic flights
- Taxes for flights as well as airport fees
- Travel health insurance and travel cancellation insurance
- Visa costs (about 30€)
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