Madagascar family adventure

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Walk in the Ifotaka sacred forest and view tombs hidden deep in the undergrowth. Explore the spiny forest and the wildlife that lives within.
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Overview

Trip type
Private Guided
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule

What's this trip about?

    Walk in the Ifotaka sacred forest and view tombs hidden deep in the undergrowth. Explore the spiny forest and the wildlife that lives within.

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIntimate group - 12 max
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transport
Start CityAntananarivo
End CityAntananarivo

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • Nature & Wildlife
  • National Parks

Destinations

Activities

  • Culture
  • Snorkeling
  • Wildlife Viewing

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Itinerary

Day 1 : International outbound flight

Today you begin your journey by boarding your international outbound flight to Antananarivo.

Day 2 : Antananarivo

On arrival, a driver will meet you and take you to your city centre hotel to relax after your flights.

Day 3 : Ifotaka Community Forest

Today you will be taken back to the airport to fly down to Fort Dauphin. A driver from Mandrare River Camp will meet you and transfer you back to the camp. Settle in and relax with a cold drink before enjoying some of the superb food the chef conjures up.

Day 4 : Ifotaka Community Forest

There are numerous activities to enjoy from Mandrare River Camp. We highly recommend a walk in the sacred forest. This is excellent for viewing lemurs, chameleons and birds.

Day 5 : Ifotaka Community Forest

Today you can choose to spend the day either on further forest walks or immersing yourself in the Antandroy culture. You could visit the local village and meet with the ombiasy or get involved with learning how to use a zebu-hide slingshot! The Antandroy tribe are a fascinating people and this is a great opportunity to gain a unique insight to their culture.

Day 6 : Manafiafy

You will be taken back to Fort Dauphin today and continue on to Manafiafy Beach and Rainforest Lodge. This is a great place to relax with plenty of wildlife in the area and numerous activities on offer.

Day 7 : Manafiafy

There are a number of different excursions and activities included during your stay including snorkelling around the sheltered bay, guided walks in the forest along with boat rides through the mangrove channels and to nearby islands.

Day 8 : Manafiafy

Today you may like to arrange a fishing trip from Manafiafy with guides from the lodge.

Day 9 : Manafiafy

Enjoy a guided walk to explore the surrounding area. The forest is home to a large number of different lemur species including the dwarf, mouse, sportive and brown lemurs as well as reptiles.

Day 10 : Antananarivo

From Manafiafy you will be transferred by road to Fort Dauphin for your flight back to Tana and your overnight hotel.

Day 11 : International return flight

You will be taken back to the airport to meet your onward flights today.

Day 12 : International return flight

Arrive home today to complete your journey.

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Dates & Availability

Price From $5,288
Price per day$441
Last Updated: 1/12/2022

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