Andasibe & Akanin'ny Nofy: Nature Within Reach

7 Days: Antananarivo – Andasibe – Akanin’ny Nofy – Antananarivo.

Madagascar, a unique destination…

On this trip, we take you to discover the beauty of the eastern part of the island: rainforest home to the largest lemur of the Island named “Indri”, endemic flora and fauna… and a complete change of scenery in a magnificent setting on the shores of Lake Ampitabe.

A short but rewarding stay !

Price: 808 Euros/Person (From 4 People)

Itinerary

Day 1: Home > Antananarivo

Today we arrive at the airport of Antananarivo. Upon arrival we will meet our local team and transfer to the hotel. Time permitting, we’ll do a city tour of Tana, as the capital is commonly known. There’s a huge amount of history and culture to discover.

  • Meals: Diner not included

  • Hotel in Antananarivo: COMBAVA Hotel

Day 2: Antananarivo > Andasibe

Departure to the east on the RN 2. Our first stop is the reserve of Peyrerias. This reserve is home to chameleons, frogs, snakes and bats. Lunch at a restaurant en route, then on to Andasibe Park – The dense, humid mountain rainforests of this park are filled with the hoots, grunts and howls of 11 different species of lemurs, including the fabled indris. This protected area consists of two different parks. Upon arrival we will check into the hotel.

We will head to a local community-run reserve for a night walk to see the nocturnal animals.

  • Meals: Breakfast included, lunch & dinner not included

  • Hotel in AndasibeFEON’NY ALA

Day 3: Analamazaotra National Park & Vakona private reserve

In the early morning, we walk with a local guide to discover Analamazaotra National Park. It is mainly covered with primary forest pecullar to the east side of Madagascar. Many rare and endemic species can be found in this rainforest. Here we can meet Indri Indri, the largest of the lemurs. Their behavior is fascinating and your guide will tell you all about them. The park is also home to several species such as the gray bamboo lemur, woolly lemur and others. Other endemic fauna can also be found here. The flora is also very interesting, there are several types of medicinal plants that are listed here. After lunch, visit to the private reserve of Vakona, where you can get close to the lemurs and observe them in their natural habitat. Return to the hotel.

  • Meals: Breakfast included, lunch & dinner not included

  • Hotel in AndasibeTHE SAME AS THE DAY BEFORE

Day 4: Andasibe – Akanin’ny Nofy

Breakfast, return to the main road. Upon arrival at the Manambato pier, we will be transferred by boat across Lake Rasoa Be and along the Canal des Pangalanes to Akanin’ny Nofy, a site bordering Lake Ampitabe. In the evening, we will go for a night visit to the Palmarium Reserve.

  • Meals: Breakfast included, lunch & dinner not included

  • Hotel in Akanin’ny NofyPALMARIUM HOTEL

Day 5: Akanin’ny Nofy

Ankanin’ny Nofy is a true oasis of peace. It’s well worth a day’s visit and rest.
In the morning we visit the Palmarium, a nature reserve on a 50 hectare peninsula. Several species of lemurs live here in the wild. The reserve offers a variety of endemic plants and animals.
In the afternoon, relax on the beach and enjoy a swim.

  • Meals: Breakfast included, lunch & dinner not included

  • Hotel in Akanin’ny Nofy: PALMARIUM HOTEL

Day 6: Akanin’ny Nofy – Antananarivo

In the morning, departure for Antananarivo along the Pangalanes Canal. The journey reveals the beauty of the eastern rainforest.

  • Meals: Dinner not included

  • Hotel in TanaCOMBAVA HOTEL

Day 7 : Antananarivo > Departure

Visit and shopping at the market handcraft.

Transfer back to the airport. Fly homewards.

Hope you enjoyed this unforgettable trip.

  • Meals: Breakfast included, lunch not included

 
Tanà
Ruffed Lemur
Palmarium
Indri Indri 2
Cameleon

Are included on the price:

Private tour

All airport transfers

Accommodation (standard hotel)

On bed & breakfast basis during the trip

Car rental with chauffeur-guide speaking English during the trip

Entrance fees and local guide into sites

Visits and Excursions mentioned on the program

The municipal and touristic taxes

 

Are not included on the price:

The International flights

The property and casualty insurance (luggage, cancellation, medical expenses, repatriation, COVID…)

All lunches and diners

Activities and tours not mentioned in the program

Drinks, tips and personal expenses