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Madagascar Experiences 2020 MADAGASCAR EXPERIENCES Africa: Your Adventure, Our Expertise 01 Glorioso Islands (France) Comores Diego Suarez Montagne d’Ambre NP Mayo_e Ankarana SR NP (France) Nosy Be NORTH Ankify TAILOR-MADE TRAVEL TAILOR-MADE Radama Islands Anjajavy Masoala NP Mahajanga Nosy Mangabe SR Madagascar Ile St Marie EAST Juan de Nova Island (France) WEST Tamatave Barren Islands (Nosy Barren) Canal de Pangalanes Tsingy de Bemaraha NP Andasibe NP ANTANANARIVO Kirindy Reserve Antsirabe Morondava CENTRAL HIGHLANDS Ranomafana NP Fianarantsoa Isalo NP Europa Island (France) Ifaty Tulear Beza-Mahafaly SR SOUTH Lake Tsimanampetsotsa NP Andohahela SR Berenty Reserve Fort Dauphin 02 TAILOR-MADE TRAVEL TAILOR-MADE Beach & Lemur Explorer NOSY KOMBA, ANDASIBE NATIONAL PARK AND MANDRARE RIVER Jenman Select Day 1: Nosy Komba, Madagascar 9 nights Arrival in Nosy Be, transfer by boat to Nosy Komba. Tsara Komba Luxury Beach and 2 clients: From € 3500 Forest Lodge 4+ clients: From € 3379 Single Supplement from € 1055 Days 2 - 3: Nosy Komba, Madagascar Spend the days at leisure exploring the island. Enjoy optional activities including snorkelling Meals and guided hikes. Tsara Komba Luxury Beach and Forest Lodge 9 x Breakfast, 5 x Lunch, 6 x Dinner Day 4: Andasibe Reserve, Madagascar Fly to Antananarivo (flight excluded), transfer to Andasibe, night walk in search of nocturnal animals. Andasibe Hotel Day 5: Natural Reserve of Andasibe, Madagascar Morning visit to the Special Reserve of Andasibe, afternoon visit to Lemur Island. Andasibe Hotel Day 6: Antananarivo, Madagascar Transfer to Antananarivo, via the Reptile and Butterfly Farm. Palissandre Hotel & Spa Day 7: Mandrare, Madagascar Airport transfer, flight to Fort Dauphin. Enjoy lunch, road transfer (or flight optional) to your camp for the next three nights. Mandrare River Camp Days 8 - 9: Mandrare, Madagascar Choose from a multitude of activities including an exploration of the Antandroy forest to view ancient tombs on a guided excursion, lemur tracking and bird watching, and enjoy a romantic sunset surrounded by baobab trees. Mandrare River Camp Day 10: Antananarivo, Madagascar Drive to Fort Dauphin, flight to Antananarivo, tour ends. unique experiences Visit the sacred ancestral forest of the Antandroy tribe, discover their traditions and ceremonies as well as the ornate tombs of Ifotaka. that special African touch Book a cycling tour in Antananarivo and peacefully cycle amongst historic buildings. 03 TAILOR-MADE TRAVEL TAILOR-MADE Barefoot Luxury Southern Explorer 8 DAYS THROUGH THE SOUTH-EAST OF MADAGASCAR Jenman Select Day 1: Antananarivo, Madagascar 7 nights You will be met at the Airport upon arrival in Antananarivo and transferred to your hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure. Grand Urban Hotel, or similar 21 Mar – 20 June 2020, 21 Nov – 09 Jan 2021 From € 3030 per person sharing * Day 2: Fort Dauphin, Madagascar Single Supplement From € 699 Airport transfer for your flight to Fort Dauphin; upon arrival road transfer to Mandrare River Camp through local villages. Mandrare River Camp Day 3: Mandrare River Camp, Madagascar 21 Jun – 20 Nov 2020 Track lemurs and birds during a walk in Antandroy forest, Experience authentic ceremonies From € 3689 per person sharing * and customs of the Antandroy tribe and visit the tombs of the Antandroy ancestors. Single Supplement from € 1299 Mandrare River Camp Day 4: Mandrare River Camp, Madagascar Day spent on various activities located at and around your luxury tented accommodation. * Internal flights excluded (approx. € 445 pp) These will be suggested by your guide, tailored to your interests. Mandrare River Camp Meals Day 5: Manafiafy, Madagascar Full board for days 2 - 7 Road transfer to Fort Dauphin, stop for lunch in Fort Dauphin, before a scenic drive to Manafiafy. Manafiafy Beach and Rainforest Lodge Day 6: Manafiafy, Madagascar Wide range of wildlife and sporting activities on offer such as canoeing, boat trips, wetland birding, day and night rainforest walks, snorkelling and more. Manafiafy Beach and Rainforest Lodge Day 7: Manafiafy, Madagascar Enjoy activities at the lodge. Manafiafy Beach and Rainforest Lodge Day 8: Antananarivo, Madagascar Drive to Fort Dauphin, flight to Antananarivo, tour ends. unique experiences Canoeing, boat trips, snorkelling and more exclusive and fun-filled activities at Manafiafy Beach & Rainforest Lodge. that special African touch Book a whale-watching trip in Manafiafy, especially during migration season. 04 TAILOR-MADE TRAVEL TAILOR-MADE Baobab & Tsingy Package 7 DAYS TOURING THE WEST OF MADAGASCAR Superior Day 1: Antananarivo, Madagascar 6 nights Arrival in Antananarivo and transfer to your hotel, afternoon at leisure. Palissandre Hotel From € 1575 per person sharing & SPA or similar Single Supplement from € 499 Day 2: Morondava, Madagascar * Internal flights excluded (approx. € 559 pp) Airport transfer for your flight to Morondava, afternoon at leisure at the beach. Optional activities are available. Palissandre Cote Ouest or similar Meals 6 x Breakfast, 6 x Dinner Day 3: Kirindy & Bekopaka, Madagascar Drive to Bekopaka, stop at Baobab Alley for the sunrise. Visit Kirindy Reserve to find the elusive Fossa, a cat-like, carnivorous mammal endemic to Madagascar. Take a local ferry across to Belo sur Tsiribihina, late arrival in Bekopaka. Soleil Du Tsingy or similar Day 4: Bemaraha National Park, Madagascar Morning walk in the Petit Tsingy with stunning natural rock pools. In the afternoon enjoy a dug-out canoe excursion on the Mambolo River which cuts a beautiful gorge through the limestone. Soleil Du Tsingy or similar Day 5: Bemaraha National Park, Madagascar An exhilarating full-day hike exploring the unique landscape of limestone karsts with iconic razor-sharp spikes in the Grand Tsingy. Late afternoon at leisure to relax. Soleil Du Tsingy or similar Day 6: Morondava, Antananarivo, Madagascar Return to Morondava, stop en route at the famous Baobab Alley for an unforgettable sunset experience. Palissandre Cote Ouest or similar Day 7: Antananarivo, Madagascar Airport transfer to Morondava airport, flight to Tana, tour ends. unique experiences Visit Madagascar’s largest groves of baobabs, the Baobab Alley, a collection of just over 20 striking baobabs up to 800 years old and growing up to 30 metres high. This is a magnificent sight at sunrise or sunset, with stark silhouettes high against a red and orange sky and a fantastic picture opportunity. that special African touch Extend your stay in Antananarivo and do a cycling tour to the Royal Hill of Ambohimanga where you will find the King’s Palace and other sacred historical sites. 05 TAILOR-MADE TRAVEL TAILOR-MADE Andasibe Reserve Lemur Experience 5-DAY WILDLIFE & CYCLING EXPERIENCE Private Lodge Experience Day 1: Antananarivo, Madagascar 2 clients from € 889 Arrival in Antananarivo and transfer to your hotel. The rest of the day is spent at Single Supplement from € 179 leisure to explore the bustling city. Palissandre Hotel or similar Day 2: Antananarivo to Andasibe, Madagascar Travel to Andasibe Nature Reserve, a lush green rainforest that has rich biodiversity. 3-DAY WILDLIFE EXPERIENCE In the evening take a guided night walk in search of nocturnal animals such as tiny tenrecs and large yellow moths. Mantadia Lodge or similar Private Lodge Experience 2 nights at Vakona Forest Lodge or Andasibe Hotel Day 3: Natural Reserve of Andasibe, Madagascar or similar Morning visit to the Special Reserve of Andasibe to experience the park in daylight and discover its flora and fauna. In the afternoon visit Lemur Island. Mantadia Lodge or similar 2 clients from € 495 Single Supplement from € 170 Day 4: Andasibe to Antananarivo, Madagascar Supplement for cycling € 230 Transfer back to Antananarivo, followed by a cycling tour up to Ambohimanga King’s Palace. Tamboho Boutik Hote, Palissandre Hotel or similar Day 5: Antananarivo, Madagascar Meals Transfer back to Antananarivo, tour ends. 4 x Breakfast unique experiences Enjoy extensive walks in the Natural Reserve of Andasibe searching and listening for the famous singing lemur, the Indri. that special African touch Spend your evening in Tana enjoying sundowners on the balcony of the Lokango Boutique Hotel. Book ahead so you don’t miss the sweeping views of the city and the Queen’s Palace right next to it. 06 TAILOR-MADE TRAVEL TRAVEL TAILOR-MADE TAILOR-MADE Madagascar Northern Highlights 8-DAY LODGE EXPERIENCE EXPLORING MADAGASCAR’S NATIONAL PARKS IN THE NORTH Private Lodge Experience Day 1: Antananarivo, Madagascar 2 clients from € 1819 per person sharing Arrival in Antananarivo, transfer to your hotel. Relais de Plateaux or similar * Internal flights excluded (approx. € 598 pp) Day 2: Montagne d’Ambre, Madagascar Airport transfer and flight to Diego Suarez. You will be met by your guide and transfered to your Meals lodge after a short city tour. Nature Lodge or Litchi Tree or similar 7 x Breakfast, 4 x Lunch Day 3: Montagne d’Ambre, Madagascar Full-day exploration of Montagne d’Ambre, a volcano massif with emerald green forests, sacred waterfalls and well-appointed pathways. Nature Lodge or Litchi Tree or similar Day 4: Ankarana, Madagascar Travel to Ankarana Reserve. Hotel Relais de l’Ankarana or similar Day 5: Ankarana, Madagascar Full-day hike in the Ankarana Nature Reserve discovering the limestone peaks known as Tsingy, sacred caves and winding underground rivers. Ankarana Lodge or similar Day 6: Ankify and Nosy Be, Madagascar Drive to Ankify, boat transfer to Nosy Be, afternoon at leisure. Ravintsara Wellness Hotel or similar Day 7: Nosy Be, Madagascar Day at leisure, optional activities available such as diving, snorkelling, visit Lokobe Reserve or cruise to one of the surrounding islands. Ravintsara Wellness Hotel or similar Day 8: Antananarivo, Madagascar Transfer to airport, flight to Antananarivo, tour ends. unique experiences Visit 3 islands each with their own unique offerings. Nosy Be is known as the Island of Perfumes. Nosy Komba is known as Lemur Island. Nosy Tanikely has a marvellous underwater reserve with magnificent marine wildlife. that special African touch Consider combining this trip with 1000 Views of Madagascar (pg.
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