Madagascar Tours & Trips 2020
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Small Group Tour Small groups are usually defined as between 10 and 24 travelers, often less. If you're the kind of person who enjoys more intimate experiences and personal service this is a good choice. All else being equal you will pay a premium for this style vs a larger group tour.
Private Guided Private tours give you the undivided attention of a guide, and often involve special access to sites and unique experiences not available to larger groups. This is a great option for families, couples, and small friend groups. Expect to pay a bit more for the extra service.
Self Guided Tour A travel company plans your itinerary and arranges all the logistics including lodging, local activities, and transportantion. You have the flexibility of a solo trip while still getting the convience and time savings of expert planning. Get 90% of the benefits of a tour, without a guide.
Group Tour Groups are between 25-60 people, typically ~30-40. Usually there will be many opportunities to split off and enjoy meals and excursions in smaller groups. This is the most economical way to travel, saving up to 40% versus booking the same itinerary yourself.
River Cruise These vessels are smaller than most ocean cruisers, limiting which amenties are available. Passenger counts can vary. One of the biggest advantages of a river cruise is the ability to dock at smaller ports and local villages.
Small Ship Cruise Small ship cruises usually have a max passenger count of 500. The primary purpose of these trips is to spend time off the vessel in local ports (e.g. Mediterranean) or experiencing nature (e.g Galapagos or Antarctica). Cabins can vary from budget to luxury.
Large Ship Cruise This is the "floating city" experience, with multiple ways to enjoy your vacation aboard the ship as much as on land. Ships are multiple floors, provide several activities, culinary, and shopping options. They often make fewer stops and have less time available for shore excursions.
Retreats Similar to a self guided tour but staying in one location only with activities and day outings included as a part of the stay.
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Lodging Level
Lodging Level
Camping Typically involves most nights sleeping in tents (sometimes permanent tented sites) or in rustic cabins and lodges.
Basic - 2 star You'll stay in no-frills, but clean and comfortable, hotels or guesthouses. A 'Basic' trip might also involve a few nights of camping.
Value - 3 star Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels.
Premium - 4 star 3 to 4 star western hotel equivalents. While not all lodging will be 'luxury' they will be quite comfortable by western standards.
Luxury - 5 star The highest level of comfort and service. All accomodations are in four or five star hotels, boutique lodges or high-end homestays.
Physical Level
Physical Level
Very Easy Minimal walking - motor vehicles available for all major parts of trip.
Easy Normal generally flat walking in urban or suburban environments.
Moderate Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment.
Strenuous All or most of day hiking or biking, hills included.
Extreme Very challenging all day hiking and backpacking carrying significant equipment.
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Activities & Interests
Travel Style
Travel Style
Flexible schedule A lot of free time, with very few inclusions. Ideal for independent and/or low-key travelers and cruisers.
Full schedule For those looking to maximize their sight seeing time. You thrive on a packed day’s schedule from 8 am to 6pm, with some (but limited) free time. Most activities and meals included.
Balanced schedule You will have solid amounts of both free time and structured time with some activities and meals included.
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Stride Gives Back Stride Gives Back This trip visits a destination impacted by climate change. When you opt in to the Travelstride Gives Back program, we will donate 10% of our net revenue to organizations that help mitigate climate change in these destinations and across the globe. Learn more
Madagascar Adventure

- Count how many species of lemur you can spot in Isalo, Anadsibe and Ranomafana national parks – so many of the 33 different types will be out and about for you to spot.
- Stay in a cottage deep within the Ranomafana National Park with your small group, surrounded by lush rainforest and countless species of flora and fauna.
- Explore the important Malagasy process of silk production with a visit to local village industries in Ambositra – home to a community of Betsileo people.
- Explore the sandstone formations, deep canyons, palm-lined oases and vast grasslands of Isalo National Park – just some of Madagascar’s varied range of stunning landscapes.
- Chill out at Anakao – an Indian Ocean beachside paradise surrounded by reefs, and consider taking an optional journey to Tsimanampetsotsa National parks for some pink flamingo spotting.
Madagascar Express
- Day 1 – Antananarivo / Andasibe Nature Reserve
- Arrive Antananarivo by mid-day. Drive to Andasibe through the green and luxuriant vegetation of the east. Along the way you will see Merina villages in the rocky mountains. Arrive to Andasibe Nature Reserve and enjoy a night walk to observe night active lemurs and other nocturnal animals. Day 2 – Mantadia National Park & Andasibe Nature Reserve
- This morning, visit Mantadia National Park where you may be lucky enough to catch a glimpse of diademed Sifaka and Black and White-ruffed lemurs. In Andasibe Nature Reserve you are sure to see the Indri Indri – the largest lemurs on the island. The reserve also contains a wide variety of orchids, canopy, and endemic animals like chameleons, tenrecs, and many birds. Both reserves are exceptionally rich in frogs and reptiles. (B) Day 3 – Andasibe / Antananarivo – City Sightseeing
- Morning return to Antananarivo and continue on half day city tour. Sightseeing includes a visit to Anatirova, the upper town or palace of the queen, the door of the Rova, the royal tombs, the palace of the first minister or palace of Andafiavaratra and the home of Jean Laborde. Also admire the view over the lower town. (B) Day 4 – Depart Antananarivo
- Transfer to the airport for your departure flight. (B)
Madagascar in Depth

- Wander around 800-year-old trees along the Avenue of the Baobabs.
- Cross the Big Tsingy via suspended bridge.
- Float down the meandering Manambolo River on a morning canoe trip.
- Stay in a cottage deep within the Ranomafana National Park, surrounded by lush rainforest and countless species of flora and fauna.
- See how many species of lemur you can spot in Isalo, Andasibe and Ranomafana national parks (there are 33 different types!).
- Chill out at laidback Anakao – this Malagasy seaside village will provide you with plenty of R&R after a massive Madagascar adventure.
Sossusvlei Adventure (By Road - First class)
- Tour overview:The Sossusvlei is one of the most spectacular sights in Namibia, the fourth largest conservation reserve in the world and the largest in Africa. Known for the highest sand dunes on earth, the interplay of colors and contrasts at sunrise and sunset provide amazing photo opportunities and awe-inspiring vistas.SOSSUSVLEI BY ROADDay 1- Windhoek / Namib DesertMid-day depart Windhoek and travel into the Namib Desert with its monumental dunes and ever changing colors. This is the oldest and driest desert on earth; nevertheless it supports a vast diversity of adapted fauna and flora that accentuate this pristine environment even further. (D)
- Day 2 -Namib Desert, Sossusvlei & SesriemFull day exploring the Namib Desert. The best time to experience the Sossusvlei area is at sunrise when the new light paints the dunes and desert plains into a variety of deep reds, apricot and purple – a photographers dream! Travel into the heart of the Namib Desert with the highest sand dunes on earth. Experience the majestic yet tranquil Sossusvlei or the surreal Dead Vlei on foot. Enjoy a picnic lunch under the Camelthorn trees, before traveling back to your lodge via the gaping Sesriem Canyon. (B, L, D)
- Day 3 - Namib Desert / Windhoek Early morning optional nature walk or hot air balloon ride (additional cost.) Morning return to Windhoek. (B)SOSSUSVLEI BY AIRSame itinerary as above, but with round trip light aircraft flights from Windhoek to Sossusvlei.
Madagascar family adventure

Voyage to Madagascar
- Six day tour of Madagascar where you stroll through the white sand beaches of Mauritius
- In Zanzibar, wander through a labyrinth of serpentine alleyways in Stone Town (a world heritage site)
- Witness 32 species of reptiles; and over 100 species of birds,
- Enjoy superb snorkeling at Nosy Hara, a World Wildlife Fund coral marine ecoregion
Madagascar Baobabs & Beyond

- Witness a spectacular pink and yellow sunset behind towering, 800-year-old trees along the Avenue of the Baobabs in the laid-back seaside town of Morondava.
- Travel along the Tsiribihina River in a traditional barge, stopping to hike to hidden waterfalls, explore remote villages and camp among nature on the banks.
- Trek through a forest of limestone karsts and cross a sheer drop on a suspended bridge at the Great Tsingy, keeping an eye out for native wildlife including 11 species of lemur.
- Float down the meandering Manambolo River in a traditional dugout canoe, wind through a deep gorge and past rocky cliffs, soaking up the tranquil atmosphere.
- Discover the emerald-green waters of Tritiva, an extinct crater surrounded by verdant forest, on a hike through the stunning Antsirabe district.
Madagascar rainforest & island escape

Madagascar's southern national parks

Hidden Madagascar Honeymoon

Rainforests & beaches of Northern Madagascar

Highlights of Madagascar (2023 Departures)

- The chance to see lemurs in their natural habitat
- Incredible wildlife in the Andasibe Nature Reserve and in Ranamofana National Park
- Isalo National Park, with its amazing rock formations, spectacular canyons and natural swimming holes
- Striking spiny forest in Tsimanampetsotsa National Park
- Relax on the beach in the coastal town of Anakao
Cycle Madagascar (2023 Departures)

- Lush agricultural land of the north with paddy fields and fruit orchards
- Ambositra, the arts and crafts capital of Madagascar
- Isalo National Park, with its amazing rock formations, and natural swimming holes
- Dense rainforest and cascading falls of Ranomafana National Park
- White sand beaches of the fisherman’s village of Ifaty
- Cycling through vilages
Luxury Madagascar tour

Rivers and wildlife of Western Madagascar

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Top Madagascar Attractions & Experiences
Top Madagascar Experiences
Spotting a ring-tailed lemur or aye-aye on a trek through the rainforest.
Snapping a photo of Madagascar’s incredible baobab trees that look like something Dr. Seuss would dream up.
Catching a chameleon in the act of changing colors in its natural habitat, under the watchful eye of an expert guide.
Searching for rare fluorescent frogs and geckos on night walks from your lodge.
Watching for whales and dolphins off the coastlines.
Staying in secluded jungle lodges either in national parks or private reserves, some reached only by airplane
Relaxing on a beach or snorkeling in Nosy Be, the largest of Madagascar’s offshore islands, known as the “perfume island.”
Taking an excursion to Nosy Komba, an island near Nosy Be, to see black lemurs.
Visiting a bustling market in Antananarivo, Madagascar’s capital city.
Top Madagascar Attractions
Isalo National Park
Andasibe Reserve
Lake Tritriva
Ranomafana National Park
Avenue of the Baobabs
Ifaty
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