MALAGASY ADVENTURE

Breakfast and visit of the Kirindy Forest Reserve during a simple walk of ± 4h through the dry and dense forest typical of the Menabe area to observe baobabs of the species Adansonia Rubrostipa and Za as well as diurnal species of lemurs such as the eulemur rufifrons or the propithecus verreauxi. Continuation in 4x4 to Morondava along the dusty track of the Malagasy west, visiting the sacred baobab and the loving baobab. At sunset we will experience one of the most awaited moments of our expedition, the sunset encounter with the famous "Avenue of Baobabs" of Morondava. We will enjoy the sunset accompanied by these imposing trees of the species Adansonia Grandidieri. Installation at the hotel located on the peninsula of Nosy Kely.

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  • VEZO BEACH HOTEL 3*
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Breakfast and departure in traditional canoes to navigate the mangroves and reach the village of Betania, a cultural immersion necessary to know the close relationship between man and the sea in this corner of the Malagasy west. Construction of butres, departure and arrivals of pirogues, women fishing with nets from the beach... this is the atmosphere of this paradise full of coconut trees and beaches isolated from tourism. Lunch included based on fish and/or seafood prepared by fishermen from the village. Return to Morondava and free afternoon on the peninsula of Nosy Kely.

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  • VEZO BEACH HOTEL 3*
   
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Breakfast and departure to the village of Miandrivazo, on the banks of the Tsiribihina River. In this stage we will be accompanied by an unusual landscape, the "lavaka", deep gullies of uncertain cause: overgrazing, deforestation, road construction... We will travel through the Menabe region to Miandrivazo passing through Malaimbandy and Mahabo, where in the past there were the ancient Sakalava royal villages. In the afternoon, traditional canoe ride on the Tsiribihina River before sunset from the spectacular river branch that flows into the beach of Miandrivazo village.

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  • PRINCESSE DE LA TSIRIBIHINA 2*.
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Breakfast and transfer to the village of Betafo a highland volcanic region, marked by the presence of ancient craters, fertile soils, hot springs and volcanic lakes, which shape an agricultural and cultural landscape unique in Madagascar. Visit theFiangonana Loterana Malagasy Church of Betafo, one of the oldest and most important Christian temples in Madagascar and is considered a symbol of the beginning of evangelization on the island.

We will also visit the Tritiva Lake, a place of pre-pilgrimage for lovers. A legend tells the tragic story of two young lovers, Rabeniomby and Ravolahanta, the "Malagasy Romeo and Julietta" who threw themselves into the lake to escape from an arranged marriage and remain together for eternity. Installation at our hotel in Antsirabe.

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  • COULEUR CAFÉ 2*
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Breakfast and departure to the capital of Malagasy handicrafts, Ambositra. Free visit to the silk and marquetry stores. At an altitude of 1350 m, in the heart of the Highlands, this Malagasy village is renowned for its Zafimaniry craftsmen , declared Cultural and Intangible Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO, as the last community to have an original culture of woodworking. We can visit various workshops of marquetry and silk or stroll through the streets and mingle with their colorful characters. If we travel between July and September in the highlands we may encounter the famous "Famadihana" or return of the dead. Note that in order to attend a "return of the dead" we must be invited, it is a family celebration, not tourist. However, if we are invited, we will try if our circuit allows it, to attend a brief space of time - so as not to violate family privacy - to the celebration. In the afternoon, arrival and installation at the hotel. Continuation to the gates of Ranomafana National Park.

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  • CENTREST HOTEL 3*
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Early breakfast and departure to the Ranomafana National Park where we will take a walk of ± 4 hours in search of lemurs such as Propithecus edwardsi, Hapalemur griseus ranomafanensis or Varecia variegatatestingamong the 12 different species of lemurs that houses the jungle full of impressive tree ferns, wild orchids, pandanus ... Ranomafana is nature in its purest form. After the visit departure to Fianarantsoa, free lunch and panoramic tour from its old town, known as the "Upper Town", which represents one of the best preserved architectural ensembles of the country. Strolling through its cobbled streets is to enter into a past still alive, among traditional adobe houses, stone staircases and balconies overlooking the terraced rice fields. We will continue to the tea plantations of Sahambavy, where we will stay at our hotel on the lake.

• LAC HOTEL 3* (Bungalow on the lake)
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Breakfast and departure to the Andringitra Massif. We will stop in the town of Ambalavao where we will discover the traditional elaboration of the antemoro paper and the Anja Reserve, ideal place for the observation of lemurs of the species maki catta with ease, as well as chameleons and tombs betsileo-Sur (Hiking ± 01h30). Lunch and continuation to the National Park of Andringitra.

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  • CAMP CATTA
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Breakfast and trekking of ascent to Mount Chameleon (1,515 meters). Voluntary and medium level trekking for which we will have all day. We will cross changing landscapes in which savannas, villages and forests will follow until we reach the foot of the mountain from where we will begin the ascent. From the summit of Chameleon Peak, we can observe almost all the main peaks of the Andringitra mountain range, including Imarivolanitra (Pic Boby, 2,690 meters), the second highest mountain on the island, and the highest that can be accessed on foot. Picnic lunch and descent down the west face of the mountain and departure through the village of Morarano. Arrival at the Camp in the afternoon. Accommodation in cabins or camping tents depending on availability.

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  • CAMP CATTA
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Breakfast and departure to Ranohira, gateway to Isalo National Park. In this stage, we finish our journey through the highlands and begin our descent through the Malagasy savannah, desert landscapes, and towns grown in the middle of nowhere. We will cross the legendary "Gateway to the South", the rice fields and vineyards will give way to the savannah. Lunch (not included) at a local restaurant in Ihosy. The semi-desert Horombe plateau will take us to the gates of Isalo National Park, land of the Bara.

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  • RELAIS DE LA REINE 4*.
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Breakfast and visit to Isalo National Park (easy-medium level). Visit the waterfall of the Nymphs, blue pool and black pool in the famous Canyon of Namaza (picnic NOT included). The most visited park on the island has deep canyons where water circulates in the form of streams, Bara tombs, grottoes where the Portuguese and Arabs hid... this park is a living testimony to the history of Madagascar where several species of lemurs such as the Eulemur Fulvus, Rufus, the Eulemur Rufifrons, the Propithecus Verreauxi Verreauxi among others, as well as highlighting the endemic palm of Isalo, the Bismarkia nobilis, aloes, pachypodiums... Return to the lodge. We will visit the village of the semi-nomadic Bara herders of “Antabara” in Ikazandreno and enjoy the spectacular sunset from the “window of Isalo”. Return to the hotel.

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  • RELAIS DE LA REINE 4*.
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Very early breakfast and route south, observing along the way the famous Mahafaly tombs -stone tombs with carved funerary stelae or with paintings of animals, couples, scenes of daily life... They are almost always covered with skulls and horns of zebu- and being able to photograph the first baobabs of southern Madagascar.

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  • LA MIRA DE MADIORANO 3*
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Breakfast and at the agreed time transfer to the airport of Tulear, domestic flight to the capital. Arrival in Antananarivo, reception in English and transfer to the hotel.

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  • ACCOR IBIS HOTEL 3*SUP
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Breakfast and transfer to Ivato International Airport for return flight.