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Circuit itinerary
Antananarivo
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Andasibe
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Manambato
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Palmarium Hotel Ankanin'Nofy
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Toamasina
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Sainte-Marie Island
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Embark on a spectacular journey along Madagascar’s east coast, from the tropical rainforest of the Highlands to the idyllic beaches of the Indian Ocean. This itinerary immerses you in the heart of Andasibe’s lush natural landscape—a sanctuary for the famous Indri-indri—before following the legendary Pangalanes Canal. As you travel along the water, you’ll stop at the peaceful haven of Ankanin’ny Nofy to observe fascinating wildlife in the wild. After an idyllic crossing to the major port of Toamasina, your journey will come to a beautiful close on Sainte-Marie Island, a tropical gem bordered by turquoise waters, ideal for relaxation and humpback whale watching.
Detailed program
Day 1: Antananarivo – Andasibe (Perinet)
Departure for Andasibe – Visit to the Chameleon Parks – Arrival in Andasibe – Night Tour
Day 2: Andasibe
Visit to Lemur Island – tour of Analamazaotra National Park – Lunch at a local restaurant
Day 3: Andasibe – Manambato – Ankanin’ny nofy
Departure for Manambato – Arrival in Manambato – Take a speedboat to Ankanin’ny nofy (Palmarium) – Arrival at Palmarium
Day 4: Ankanin’ny Nofy (Palmarium)
Tour of the Palmarium Private Reserve (to see indri indri, Lemur Catta, the hybrid lemur, the Macaco lemur, etc.) – Night tour and viewing of the aye-aye
Day 5: Ankanin’ny Nofy – Toamasina
Departure for Toamasina – Crossing the Pangalane Canal by speedboat – Tour of the canal – Arrival in Toamasina – City tour
Day 6: Toamasina – Sainte Marie
Departure for Mahambo – Take the boat to Sainte Marie – Arrive in Sainte Marie
Day 7: Sainte Marie
Departure for Île aux Nattes – Tour and enjoy the beach – Picnic lunch on site
Day 8: Sainte Marie
Half-Day Marine Safari with Whale Watching – Tour of Sainte Marie Island and the Surrounding Area (Pirate Cemeteries, Madagascar’s First Catholic Churches)
Day 9: Sainte Marie – Antananarivo
Departure for Antananarivo—1 hour and 5-minute flight—arrival in Antananarivo.
Trip overview in pictures
Services
Included services
- Vehicle with a driver.
- Fuel for the entire duration of the tour.
- Excursions listed in the itinerary.
- Park admission fees.
- Local guide in the parks.
- Guide (or Tour Guide).
Not included
- International flights.
- Excursions not listed.
- Beverages, tips, and personal expenses (phone, laundry, etc.).
- Other services not listed under "Included Services."
- Repatriation in the Event of an Accident (or Repatriation Insurance).
