Friendly Tour Guide Mada

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Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

  • You'll be collected from the airport.
  • Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Day 1

Arrival in Antananarivo

Arrival in Antananarivo

Upon arrival at Antananarivo Ivato International Airport, you can expect a warm welcome from the representative of Friendly Tour Guide. You will see the driver-guide holding a sign with your name and the company logo. Rest assured, our experienced guide is here to assist you throughout the rest of the arrival process. Once you have gathered your belongings, we will drive you from the airport to your hotel, ensuring a smooth and hassle-free journey.

Main Destination:
Antananarivo (City)
Accommodation:
The Louvre Hotel & Spa
  • Mid-range hotel located in Antananarivo (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
  • Drinks not included

Day 2

Antananarivo - Miandrivazo Village

Antananarivo - Miandrivazo Village

Distance: 370 Km – Drive duration: 10hrs
After indulging in a hearty American breakfast, it's time to hit the road and embark on a fascinating journey from Antananarivo to the charming village of Miandrivazo. Along the way, you will be captivated by an array of breathtaking landscapes that will leave you in awe. You will reach the hotel in the late afternoon, providing you with ample time to unwind and relax at your leisure.

Main Destination:
Miandrivazo (Town)
Accommodation:
Soa Lia Hotel
  • Mid-range hotel located in Miandrivazo (Town)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
  • Drinks not included

Day 3

Miandrivazo Town- Kirindy Forest

Miandrivazo Town- Kirindy Forest

Distance: 330 km – Drive duration: 8hrs
8:00 am, you will embark on an exciting tour of Miandrivazo village on foot. Once you've explored this stunning destination, you will resume your journey on the national route N°35, a scenic drive that lasts approximately 5 hours. As your adventure continues, you will make your way to Kirindy, a place of unparalleled natural beauty.
At 6:00 pm, you'll enjoy a night walk, guided by local experts who will introduce you to the nocturnal creatures in the wild. You will witness the wonders of the night, including sightings of the elusive and charming small lemurs, the majestic Foussa, and an array of mesmerizing reptiles.

Main Destination:
Kirindy Forest
Best Time To Visit October and November (Fossa mating season)
High Season July and August (Many of the trails get busy)
Best Weather May to September

Wildlife in Kirindy Forest

Accommodation:
Relais Du Kirindy
  • Mid-range hotel located just outside Kirindy Forest
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
  • Drinks not included

Day 4

Kirindy Forest - Bekopaka Village

Kirindy Forest - Bekopaka Village

At 7:00 AM, you'll get ready for a day visit to hike in the reserve.
During this visit, you will have the opportunity to observe various lemur species as well as the Fossa, which is the largest predator in Madagascar. Afterward, you will embark on a dusty road for 2 hours to Belo town for lunch. You'll head towards Bekopaka village. You can expect to arrive in the late afternoon following the Manambolo ferry crossing.

Main Destination:
Bekopaka (Town)
Accommodation:
Le Soleil des Tsingy
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Bemaraha NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
  • Drinks not included

Day 5

Explore Tsingy of Bemaraha National Park

Explore Tsingy of Bemaraha National Park

At 7:00 am, after enjoying a delightful breakfast, you will embark on a picturesque hour-long drive to Big Tsingy for a captivating day visit to the Tsingy de Bemaraha National Park. This extraordinary park holds the esteemed classification as a UNESCO World Heritage of Humanity site. With the guidance of experienced local professionals, you will venture on a mesmerizing hike atop the limestone forest, navigating through the canyon forest and encountering the diverse wildlife that inhabits the area. This exhilarating hike will span approximately 4 hours, which includes a well-deserved break for a picnic lunch within a cave. In the afternoon, you will dedicate 1 to 1.5 hours for a visit to the small Tsingy. You'll return to the hotel for some rest in the pool.

Main Destination:
Bemaraha National Park
Best Time To Visit May to October (Best hiking weather)
High Season July and August (Some of the trails get busy)
Best Weather July and August

Wildlife in Bemaraha NP

Western red
forest rat

Common
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Bemaraha
woolly lemur

Occasional
Rufous
brown lemur
Occasional
Fossa Very Rare
Aye-aye Very Rare
Accommodation:
Le Soleil des Tsingy
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Bemaraha NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
  • Drinks not included

Day 6

Bekopaka Village - Baobaba Avenue -Morondava

Bekopaka Village - Baobaba Avenue -Morondava

Distance: 200 km – Drive duration: 7hrs
At 8:00 am, after enjoying a delicious breakfast, we will take you on a scenic 3-hour drive along the same off-road route to Belo town where you will stop for lunch. Next, you will transfer by ferry across the Tsiribihina River to Morondva town. Along the way, you will have the opportunity to visit some of the famous baobab trees, including the Baobab Sacred, Baobab in Love, and Baobab Avenue at sunset. Finally, you will arrive at the hotel in the evening.

Main Destination:
Morondava (Town)
Accommodation:
Laguna Beach
  • Mid-range hotel located in Morondava (Town)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
  • Drinks not included

Day 7

Morondava - Antananarivo -Andasibe Village

Morondava - Antananarivo -Andasibe Village

At 10: 00 am, we will transfer you to Morondava Airport to reach Antananarivo.
Once you arrive at Ivato Airport, your guide will meet you and drive you directly to Andasibe for a 4-hour drive on national road N°2. By 6:00 pm, you'll enjoy a night walk at VO IMM Community Park to see the night active animals including the smallest lemur as well as the other wonder insects and reptiles.

Main Destination:
Andasibe-Mantadia National Park
Best Time To Visit April, May, October and November (Best weather, less rain)
High Season July, August and December holidays (The park is busy)
Best Weather April, May, October and November

Wildlife in Andasibe-Mantadia NP

Accommodation:
Manjarano Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located inside Andasibe-Mantadia NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
  • Drinks not included

Day 8

Discover Andasibe Park -Vakona Reserve

Discover Andasibe Park -Vakona Reserve

Today, you are going to visit Analamazaotra reserve to discover the lemurs in the wildlife, varied orchids with over a hundred inventoried species that bloom in the forest, for its indri-indri that can be observed the whose voice illustrates the nice mornings. This hike will take you about 4 hours with a local guide who knows the area very well. You'll get back after the visit to have lunch and drive to Vakona Private Reserve. After the visit, you'll go back to your hotel, take a rest, and be ready for the evening walk.

Main Destination:
Analamazaotra National Park
Accommodation:
Manjarano Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located inside Andasibe-Mantadia NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
  • Drinks not included

Day 9

Andasibe Village - Antananarivo City Tour

Andasibe Village - Antananarivo City Tour

Distance: 147 km– Drive duration: 4 hours
At 8:00 am, after breakfast, you will head back on the same road to Antananarivo. After a 2-hour drive, you will stop at Mandrake Park to see and spot the endemic reptiles of Madagascar, including chameleons, bats, snakes, frogs, and lemurs. After the visit, you will continue your drive and arrive in Antananarivo in the afternoon. You will then directly visit the Queen's palace and take a walk through the capital center. Afterward, you can check in at the hotel and enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure.

Main Destination:
Antananarivo (City)
Accommodation:
San Cristobal Boutique Hotel
  • Mid-range hotel located in Antananarivo (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
  • Drinks not included

Day 10

Antananarivo -Flight to Nosy Be Island

Antananarivo -Flight to Nosy Be Island

You'll check in from Ivato Antananarivo at 10: 00 pm. Arrival time: 12: 50 pm.
This morning we'll transfer you back to the Airport to Nosy Be Island. You will visit the King Palace ‘Ambohimanga hill”. The Hotel representative will pick you up from Nosy Be Airport and transfer you to your hotel. It is located a few minutes drive from the airport. The rest of the day is at your leisure at the A/C with Wi-Fi in front of the beach.

Main Destination:
Nosy Be
Accommodation:
l'Heure Bleue Hotel
  • Luxury hotel located on Nosy Be
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
  • Drinks not included

Day 11

Boat Excursion to Nosy Iranja Beach

Boat Excursion to Nosy Iranja Beach

At 8:30, you'll embark on an exciting boat trip lasting about 1 hour and 15 minutes to this beautiful paradise. Once you reach the island, you can immerse yourself in a traditional fishing village and explore two islands connected by a long, 2-kilometer white sandbank, and ideal for sunbathing, swimming, and leisurely strolls. You can also discover various fern varieties against the backdrop of the turquoise-blue sea. For lunch, you will indulge in a delicious seafood meal prepared in the shade of coconut trees. Your ride back to Nosy Be will be in the afternoon and the rest of the day at your leisure at the hotel.

Main Destination:
Nosy Iranja
Accommodation:
l'Heure Bleue Hotel
  • Luxury hotel located on Nosy Be
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
  • Drinks not included

Day 12

Boat Excursion to Nosy Tanikely and Nosy Komba

Boat Excursion to Nosy Tanikely and Nosy Komba

You'll visit Nosy Komba which means “the island surrounded by rocks” which is well-known due to the many lemurs on the island which are a sacred and protected species. It is a popular holiday destination due to its easily accessible, clean, and private beaches that offer great snorkeling. It’s also a great island to explore, covered by a magnificent primal forest home to all kinds of plants and flowers.
You'll visit Tanikely which is recognized as one of the top 10 snorkeling spots in the world. Inside a small forest, you will have the chance to observe marine animals like sea turtles, starfish, and clownfish in a diverse marine park that is ideal for swimming, sunbathing, and snorkeling.

Main Destination:
Nosy Komba
Accommodation:
l'Heure Bleue Hotel
  • Luxury hotel located on Nosy Be
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
  • Drinks not included

Day 13

Nosy Sakatia -Hell Ville Tour- Mont Passot

Nosy Sakatia -Hell Ville Tour- Mont Passot

You'll visit Nosy Sakatia. Nosy Sakatia is famous for its orchid field and several fruits and spices of Madagascar, also the most important, Nosy Sakatia is well-known for its maritime wealth the green sea turtle.
You will visit Hell Ville town to see the local people's daily life, and get some souvenirs, visit the sacred trees for cultural practice.
You'll end your journey by spotting the sunset view at Mont Passot.

Main Destination:
Nosy Be
Accommodation:
l'Heure Bleue Hotel
  • Luxury hotel located on Nosy Be
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
  • Drinks not included

Day 14

Nosy Be Island -Flight back to Antananarivo

Nosy Be Island -Flight back to Antananarivo

We will transfer you back to the Airport of Nosy Be.
We can take you on a tour around the city to get some souvenirs before dropping you back at the international airport.
End of our services!

Main Destination:
Antananarivo (City)
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Meals at own expense
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

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End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

  • Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
  • You'll be dropped off at the airport.

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