8-Day Andasibe National Park - Palmarium Reserve

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

Arrival in Antananarivo

We are happy to welcome you at Ivato International Airport upon your arrival. One of our team members will welcome you and take you to your hotel to settle in. On the way, we will give you a brief summary of our adventure with you and answer any questions you may have.

Main Destination:

Antananarivo (City)

Accommodation:

Hotel Tripolitsa

• Mid-range hotel located in Antananarivo (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

Antananarivo - Andasibe National Park

Today, after breakfast, we are going to Andasibe, east of Antananarivo. On the way, we will visit the Peyreiras Reserve, a reptile park where you will see different types of chameleons, frogs, crocodiles, geckos, butterflies and lemurs. After the visit, we will continue to Andasibe. When we arrive, we will check you into your hotel and prepare for a nighttime tour to see the lemurs, frogs and chameleons, which are active at night.

Main Destination:

Andasibe-Mantadia National Park

Best Time To Visit August to November (Less rainfall)

High Season July to August and December (The park is busy)

Best Weather April, May, October and November

Wildlife in Andasibe-Mantadia NP

Indri Common

Common
brown lemur Common

Other
chameleons Common

Leaf-tailed geckos Common

Diademed sifaka Occasional

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Red-bellied
lemur Occasional

Grey
bamboo lemur Occasional

Mouse lemurs Occasional

Sportive lemurs Occasional

Parson's
chameleon Occasional

Painted mantella Occasional

Black-and-white
ruffed lemur Rare

Madagascar tree boa Rare

Fossa Very Rare

Accommodation:

Feon'ny Ala Hotel

• Mid-range hotel located just outside Andasibe-Mantadia NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

Visit of Analamazaotra National Park

Today, enjoy a full-day visit to Analamazaotra National Park. The highlight of this reserve is the rare indri, Madagascar’s largest lemur, whose unforgettable wail can be heard emanating from the misty forest throughout the day, most commonly in the early morning.

In addition to the indris, you may also see woolly lemurs, grey bamboo lemurs, red-fronted lemurs, black-and-white ruffed lemurs and diademed sifakas (one of the largest lemur species). In 2005, the Goodman’s mouse lemur was discovered here and identified as a distinct species. Eleven species of tenrec, the immense and colourful Parson’s chameleon and seven other chameleon species are also found here. Over one hundred bird species have been identified in the park, together with twenty amphibian species. The park is also home to the endemic palm tree Ravenea louvelii, found nowhere else on the island. In the afternoon, we will visit the Vakona Reserve, where you will also see other lemurs and animals.

Main Destination:

Analamazaotra National Park

Accommodation:

Feon'ny Ala Hotel

• Mid-range hotel located just outside Andasibe-Mantadia NP

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

Visit of Mantadia National Park

Today, we will drive to Mantadia National Park. Enjoy a full-day visit to this primary forest, admiring many species of animals and plants. You will also see waterfalls in this amazing place. After the visit, we will drive you to your hotel for your overnight stay.

Main Destination:

Andasibe-Mantadia National Park

Accommodation:

Feon'ny Ala Hotel

• Mid-range hotel located just outside Andasibe-Mantadia NP

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

Andasibe - Palmarium Reserve

Today, we will continue our journey towards the Palmarium Reserve on National Road 2. When we arrive in Manambato, we will travel to the reserve by boat on the Pangalanes Canal. Tonight, we are going to see the famous aye-aye from Madagascar. This nocturnal lemur has large eyes, prominent ears, and a long middle finger that it uses to tap on trees and find insects beneath the bark.

Main Destination:

Palmarium Reserve

Best Time To Go August to January (Less rainfall)

High Season July, August and December (The reserve gets very busy)

Best Weather

Accommodation:

Palmarium Hotel

• Mid-range lodge located inside Palmarium Reserve

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

Visit of Palmarium Reserve

Meet several species of lemurs, including the famous aye-aye and other adorable species like the crowned lemur. You will explore the trails through the lush vegetation. Enjoy the beauty of the surrounding lakes, perfect for a relaxing stroll. Meet local artisans and discover the region's traditions. Admire the diversity of endemic birds that inhabit the reserve.

Main Destination:

Palmarium Reserve

Accommodation:

Palmarium Hotel

• Mid-range lodge located inside Palmarium Reserve

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

Palmarium Reserve - Antananarivo

Today, we will take the boat from our hotel to Manambato, where our driver will wait to drive us back to the capital, Antananarivo. On the way, you will again enjoy the beautiful scenery of this part of Madagascar. Once we arrive, we will check in at your hotel for the night.

Main Destination:

Antananarivo (City)

Accommodation:

Hotel Tripolitsa

• Mid-range hotel located in Antananarivo (City)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

Antananarivo - Ivato International Airport

Today, depending on the time of your international flight, we will visit the Queen's Palace to learn a bit about Madagascar's history and monarchy. If we still have time, we will visit the handicraft market, where you can buy some souvenirs to take home. We will take you to Ivato International Airport two hours before your departure.

Main Destination:

Ivato International Airport (Antananarivo)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

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