2020 MADAGASCAR EXPERIENCES
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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
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
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 4 xBreakfast Meals Supplement for cycling €230 Single Supplement from €170 2 clients from €495 or similar 2 nights at Vakona Forest Lodge or Andasibe Hotel Private Lodge Experience Single Supplement from €179 2 clients from €889 Private Lodge Experience Andasibe Reserve Lemur Experience 3-DAY WILDLIFEEXPERIENCE 5-DAY WILDLIFE&CYCLING EXPERIENCE
Transfer backto Antananarivo, tour ends. Day 5: Antananarivo, Madagascar Palace. Transfer backto Antananarivo, followed by acycling tour to up King’s Ambohimanga Day 4: Andasibe to Antananarivo, Madagascar discover itsflora and fauna. In the afternoon visit Lemur Island. Morning visit totheSpecial Reserve of toexperienceAndasibe theparkindaylight and Day 3:Natural Reserve of Andasibe, Madagascar tenrecs andlarge yellow moths. In theevening take nighta guided walk insearch of nocturnalanimalssuchastiny Travel to Andasibe Nature Reserve, alushgreen rainforest that hasrichbiodiversity. Day 2: Antananarivo to Andasibe, Madagascar leisure toexplorecity. bustling the Arrival in Antananarivo andtransfer to your hotel. The rest of theday isspent at Day 1: Antananarivo, Madagascar the Queen’s Palace right next toit. Boutique Hotel. Book aheadso you don’t missthe sweeping views of city the and Spend your evening in Tana enjoying sundowners that special African touch for thefamous singinglemur, the Indri. Enjoy unique experiences extensive walks intheNatural Reserve of Andasibe Tamboho Boutik Hote, Palissandre Hotel or similar Mantadia Lodge or similar
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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. 60) for an extensive and all-encompassing Madagascar experience. 07 TAILOR-MADE TRAVEL surroundings: lush tropical plants and magical views of alagoon. right next toa white sandy beach. The real luxury liesinitsunique This Princesse Bora Lodge Explorer tour the Southern partof theislandona Extend your stay inMadagascar andexperience thehighlights of that special African touch 5 xBreakfast, 4xDinner Meals *Internal flights excluded from €531 Single Supplement From €920 5 nights Jenman Select on mountain bike. lined coves andoffers many to opportunities explore on foot or even For theoutdoor-lovers,is crossed theisland with tracks andpalm- charm fishing andrelaxing beachgetaways. Madagascar andis The 57kmlongcrescent shapedislandlies8kmoff the coast of eastern Île Sainte Marie here in August/September.here BEACH STAY magnificent eco-hotel
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Impressive numbersof humpback whales migrate a beachlover’s paradise islocated ina vast palmtree grove the sunset hues. cocktail or two onthebeachadmiring be arranged, or simply justenjoy a of scubadiving! Fishingtrips may also the lodge, or you could bookafew days colourful fish inthe reef, infront of and you will beabletoobserve the most enjoy. Snorkelling is anoption Fill your days with theactivities you Days 2–5:St. Marie, Madagascar Carlton Hotel or similar and transferred to your hotel. International Airportin Antananarivo You will be welcomed at Ivato Day 1: Antananarivo, Madagascar airport for your outward flight. You will betransferred backtothe Day 6: Tour Ends Sainte Marie radiates considerable Barefoot Luxury Southern . The perfect spot for diving, Princesse Bora Lodge
ylang-ylang and vanilla that grow there. Theisland offers excellent fishing Nosy Be isknown asthePerfume Island Nosy Sakatia and Nosy Mitsio. by several nearbyislands which includeNosyKomba, Nosy Tanikely, Nosy Be, A BEACH LOVER’S PARADISE Be Nosy trees, learningaboutsacred tombsand visiting local villages. winding through Mangrove forests, candlelit dinners under baobab to theother sideof theislandandenjoy kayaking down rivers (pg. 28)tour todiscover thediversity of Madagascar. Hop over Combine this trip with a that special African touch 6 xDinner 7 xBreakfast, 6xLunch, Meals from €740 Single Supplement From €2305 7 nights Jenman Select island’s magnificent sunsets. style atmosphere. and divingopportunities,as well asanatural lemur reserve anda resort-
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Madagascar In Style 10 DAYS BESPOKE AND ECO LUXURY OF MADAGASCAR
Jenman Select Day 1: Antananarivo, Madagascar 9 nights You will be met at the airport upon arrival in Antananarivo and transferred to your hotel. From € 20 699 pp sharing The rest of the day is at leisure. Grand Urban Hotel, or similar Single Supplement € 9215 Day 2: Anjajavy, Madagascar Charter flights from Antananarivo / Anjajavy / Diégo Airport transfer for your charter flight to Anjajavy. Anjajavy Lodge included in the package price Days 3 – 4: Anjajavy, Madagascar Meals Fill your day with various activities located at and around your accommodation. Full board for days 2 - 9 Activities include: Catamaran cruise, snorkelling, kayaking on the seas or in the mangroves, visit to local villages, and walks in the forests with a guide. Anjajavy Lodge
Day 5: Time + Tide Miavana, Madagascar Private charter flight to Diégo Suarez. At Diégo Suarez board your helicopter flight to Miavana which is found on a remote private island, Nosy Ankao. Time + Tide Miavana
Days 6 - 8: Time + Tide Miavana, Madagascar Day free to spend on various activities located at and around your luxury accommodation. Activities include: forest walks, scuba diving around Miavana and resort diving lessons, snorkelling, cultural visit on Nosy Ankao, boat cruises, shore-based fishing and half day fishing trips, kayaking, stand up paddle boarding and cycling. Time + Tide Miavana
Day 9: Diégo Suarez, Madagascar Board your helicopter flight back to Diégo Suarez, tour ends.
unique experiences Travel by helicopter to the exclusive use island of Nosy Ankao and spend time on an idyllic island paradise in your own private villa. that special African touch This is an excellent location for SCUBA diving, book this experience and have the rare opportunity to simply walk into the ocean in your gear instead of being taken out on a boat. 09 GUIDED GROUP SAFARIS
Madagascar North Adventure 8-DAY LODGE TOUR EXPLORING MADAGASCAR’S NORTHERN HIGHLIGHTS
Small-group Lodge Tour Day 1: Antananarivo, Madagascar Day 5: Ankarana, Madagascar 7 nights Arrival in the capital city of Antananarivo, Full-day hike in the Ankarana Nature € 1600 affectionately known as “Tana”, transfer to Reserve for further exploration of the Tsingy. Single Supplement € 759 your hotel. Relais Des Plateaux or similar Look out for bat filled grottos and 7 different species of lemur. Ankarana Lodge or similar Private Guided Day 2: Montagne d’Ambre, Madagascar 2 clients: € 1819 In the morning an airport transfer for your Day 6: Ankify and Nosy Be, Madagascar * Internal flights excluded (approx. € 598 pp) flight to Diego Suarez, a cultural melting From the coastal town of Ankify, you will take pot with a central location to Northern a boat to Nosy Be. Afternoon is at leisure to Group Size Madagascar’s most alluring attractions. enjoy the sights of Madagascar's "Perfume Minimum 4, Maximum 10 Drive to Montagne d’Ambre National Park, Island". Ravintsara Wellness Hotel or similar for an afternoon walk and your first taste of Meals the national park. Nature Lodge or Litchi Tree Day 7: Nosy Be, Madagascar 7 x Breakfast, 4 x Lunch or similar Day at leisure, optional activities available such as diving and snorkelling. Visit Lokobe 2020 Departure Dates Day 3: Montagne d’Ambre, Madagascar Reserve home of the rare Black Lemur, 17 Apr Full-day exploration of Montagne d’Ambre or cruise to one of the surrounding picture 24 May National Park. Visit the Sacred Waterfall, perfect islands. Ravintsara Wellness Hotel 19 Jun look out for the world’s tiniest chameleon or similar 19 Jul species, venture to some crater pools and 23 Aug enjoy the cool mountain mist. Nature Lodge Day 8: Antananarivo, Madagascar 20 Sep or Litchi Tree or similar Transfer to airport, flight to Antananarivo, 23 Oct tour ends. 16 Nov Day 4: Ankarana, Madagascar Travel to Ankarana Reserve and explore the limestone massif that has been eroded into sharp spiky Tsingy over millennia. Running through and under the Tsingy are hidden forest-filled canyons and numerous subterranean rivers. Ankarana Lodge or similar unique experiences Hiking in the emerald green forest with misty mountain peaks and sacred waterfalls of Montagne d'Ambre National Park. Find the world's smallest chameleon - the size of your fingernail. that special African touch Experience the thrill of discovering rare nocturnal animals while on the guided walk along Andasibe Reserve’s perimeter, by adding on an Andasibe Reserve Package (pg. 30). 10 GUIDED GROUP SAFARIS GUIDED GROUP
1000 Views of Madagascar 12 DAYS FROM AND TO ANTANANARIVO
Small-group Lodge Tour Day 1: Antananarivo, Madagascar 11 nights Arrival in the bustling capital city of Antananarivo, meet and greet with your Malagasy guide € 2025 and transfer to your hotel in town. Palissandre Hotel & Spa or similar Single Supplement € 850 Internal flight excluded (approx EUR 299 pp) Day 2: Antananarivo to Andasibe, Madagascar Travel to Andasibe, home of the Andasibe-Mantadia National Park, take a night walk along its Group Size perimeter in search of fascinating nocturnal animals. Vakona Forest Lodge or similar Minimum 4, Maximum 10 Day 3: Natural Reserve of Andasibe, Madagascar Morning visit to the Special Reserve of Andasibe in search of a variety of lemur species; 2020 Departure Dates in the afternoon visit a traditional local village to discover more about Malagasy culture. 5, 19 Apr Vakona Forest Lodge or similar 3, 19, 31 May 21 Jun Day 4: Antsirabe, Madagascar 5, 19 Jul Antsirabe is a charming French colonial town with a thermal spa, stop en route in 2, 23 Aug Ambatolampy a typical plateau town known for aluminium artisans. Royal Palace Hotel 6, 20 Sep or similar 4, 18 Oct 1, 22 Nov Day 5: Ambositra and Ranomafana National Park, Madagascar Ambositra is the heart of Madagascar’s wood-carving industry and you’ll have the chance to visit local wood carvers, continue to Ranomafana National Park. Setam Lodge or similar
Day 6: Ranomafana National Park, Madagascar Long walks in one of Madagascar’s most picturesque national parks in search of the 12 different species of lemurs including the rare Golden Bamboo lemur, colourful chameleons and other animals. Setam Lodge or similar
Day 7: Ambalavao and Isalo, Madagascar On your way to Isalo, visit a local winery in Fianarantsoa, and witness the ancient tradition of handmade paper embellished with pressed flowers and other designs at the Anteimoro Paper Factory. Isalo Rock Lodge or similar unique experiences Let Isalo National Park transport you to a rugged landscape reminiscent of the Wild West and be blown away by sandstone massifs that have been eroded into craggy canyons, gigantic gorges and tiny Tsingy spikes. The rugged landscape also gives way to breathtakingly beautiful pools surrounded by lush green ferns. The Piscine Naturelle is the most picturesque of these natural pools and is where you can have a refreshing dip in a setting resembling a fairy tale. 11 GUIDED GROUP SAFARIS
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