Day 1

Landing in Andasibe

Staying at Mantadia Lodge

Upon arrival at Antananarivo International airport, you will be met by your driver/guide who will drive to Andasibe National Park, HOME OF THE LEMURS! (3h to 4h drive).

Check-in into your hotel in the evening, dinner and overnight at your hotel.

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Day 2

Forest of Mantadia

Staying at Mantadia Lodge

We will visit the primary forest of Mantadia. Located about 1 hour drive from our base, the primary forest of the Mantadia Park spreads over 15 000 heactares. 108 species of birds are known in the park, we can also find 14 species of lemurs, species of reptiles among them of which the snake Boa manditra and 84 species of amphibian.

This hike requires medium to good physical conditions as there are some steep slopes and dense vegetation.

Night walk in the VOIMMA reserve: At nightfall, pick up your headlamps and flashlights for a nocturnal walk in the rainforest.

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Day 3

Andasibe

Staying at Mantadia Lodge

This morning we depart the hotel early to visit the Analamazaotra special reserve.  We will look for biggest lemur of Madagascar's famous "Indri Indri." This lemur is endemic to the site, you will also encounter other species of lemurs, birds, chameleons, etc. as well as endemic flora li ke orchids and medicinal plants.

Vakona reserve visit: On the immense Vakona property, an island surrounded by freshwater is home to various species of lemurs: common brown lemurs, bamboo lemurs, ruffed lemurs, diademed sifakas. This will be a rare opportunity to get up close and interact with these primates. Amazing photo opportunities and souvenirs will be the result of that visit.

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Day 4

Antanavarivo

Staying at La Maison Gallieni

We leave the region of Andasibe and begin our ascent towards the highlands and the capital, the drive will take approximately 3 to 4 hours to Antananarivo. En-route we will visit the the Peyrieras Butterfly Far which is a small privately run reserve (or zoo).

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Day 5

Sainte Marie Island

Staying at Princesse Bora Lodge

Fly east to the island of Sainte Marie. After being transferred to your hotel, take advantage of this first day to
immerse yourself in the daily life of the islanders and visit the Pirates' cemetery. You will spend the night at the Princess Bora Lodge including dinner.

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Day 6 - 7

Paradise relaxation

Staying at Princesse Bora Lodge

Time at leisure - The waters are endowed with significant coralline growth and offer first-class diving; or if you prefer being ‘onboard’, take a traditional pirogue ride in the calm bays – from July you can witness the migration of substantial groups of humpback whales and for history lovers, a visit to the pirates’ cemetery of Saint-Pierre is a must.

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Day 8

Sainte Marie Island back to Antananarivo

Staying at La Maison Gallieni

Morning at leisure in Sainte Marie, your last chance to breathe the warm Ocean Breeze! Take a flight back to the capital city, Antananarivo. Upon your arrival, you will be transferred to your hotel for dinner and overnight at the Maison Gallieni. You may also want to do some last minute shopping or take in an optional city tour.

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Day 9

End of Dream African Holiday

You'll be transferred to Ivato International Airport for your flight home. 

We look forward to planning your next Authentic African Beach Holiday experience.