AVENTURA SAKALAVA is one of Indigo Be’s newest circuits. A route of breathtaking landscapes, inhospitable fauna and paradisiacal beaches. The North is undoubtedly closer to Eden.
From the colonial city of Diego Suarez, we will sail by traditional schooner through the transparent waters of the Emerald Sea to the island of Nosy Suarez, where we will be able to snorkel and discover its seabed. We will climb to the top of the French Mountain, from where we can see the Cape Ambre and a breathtaking view of the great bay of Diego Suarez, with a coastal extension of 156 km is positioned as the second largest in the world after Rio de Janeiro with its particular “Sugar Loaf”, the sacred island of Nosy Lonjo.
A two-day natural and cultural immersion in the exclusive Andrafiamena Reserve will offer the opportunity to observe the elusive Propithecus Perrieri and visit the Antakarana village of Anjahakely, where one of Madagascar’s most aromatic rices is cultivated.
Karst buttresses in the stony forests of the Ankarana massif, where we will cross several groups of these formations called Tsingy until we reach the famous suspension bridge. A trail of lapiaces and pinnacles of these ancient Jurassic limestones that make up one of the most breathtaking landscapes on Earth. Not to mention the rainforest of the Ambre Mountain National Park, home to the world’s smallest chameleon, the brookesia micra, as well as several species of primates, including the Eulemur coronatus and the microcebu arnholdi.
And finally, the island of Nosy Be, from there we will explore some of the most spectacular islands of Madagascar: Nosy Iranja, Nosy Sakatia or Nosy Tanikely will serve as the culmination of our experience in the North, closer to Eden.
Itinerary
DAY 1
ARRIVAL AT NOSY BE / ANKIFY / MILLOT PLANTATION
Arrival at Fascene International Airport in Nosy Be, visa formalities, reception by IndigoBe’s Spanish-speaking guide and immediate transfer to the pier to take the motorboat to Ankify. Arrival and departure to the cocoa plantations of Ambanja. Installation at the Millot Plantation.
MILLOT PLANTATION
DAY 2
MILLOT PLANTATION / WEST ANKARANA N.P.
Breakfast and visit of the cocoa plantation, famous for being the supplier of this exquisite delicacy to the most important French pastry shops and Belgian chocolate brands. The visit lasts ± 2h where we will be able to discover the different cocoa species produced in the region, their specific characteristics, harvesting techniques and processing. Continuation to the West Ankarana National Park passing through the lively town of Ambilobe, where one of the best rums in Madagascar is produced. Arrival and installation at the lodge and at the agreed time, night walk to observe various species of nocturnal wildlife.
IHARANA BUSH CAMP
Breakfast
Dinner
DAY 3
WEST ANKARANA NATIONAL PARK
Early breakfast and visit on foot in the Tsingy of Ankarana, walking for ± 3 hours, a via ferrata in which, secured by harnesses, we will cross canyons of lush vegetation in which to observe fauna and flora endemic to the region. After a short rappel descent, a zip line will take us to one of the caves where we will walk along a subway river that flows at the foot of an impressive cliff. If travelers are not in good physical shape or are under 10 years of age, an alternative visit will be offered in the tsingys of lesser difficulty and of the same duration.
In the afternoon canoeing for about 40 minutes for bird watching and enjoy the reddish and ochre colors of the tsingys at sunset. Return to the lodge.
IHARANA BUSH CAMP
Breakfast
Dinner
DAY 4
ANKARANA / IRODO RED TSINGYS / JOFREVILLE
Early breakfast and departure to the East Ankarana National Park where we will walk ± 2 hours through the tsingy and cross the famous suspension bridge. We will also visit the cave of “the bats” where we will find 14 different species of bats endemic to the island and the “Tsingy Meva” and continue to the Red Tsingy of Irodo, sedimentary formations composed of stoneware, laterite and calcareous material. The deterioration of the environment, climate change and the filtration of rainwater favor the constant erosion, offering us this magnificent supernatural landscape, unique in the world. Arrival in the afternoon in the village of Joffreville, at the gates of the Montagne d’Ambre National Park.
THE LITCHI TREE LODGE 3*.
Breakfast
DAY 5
JOFREVILLE / AMBRE MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK / DIEGO SUAREZ
Breakfast and visit of the Ambre Mountain National Park where we will walk for ± 3 hours in this tropical rainforest inhabited by several species of lemurs such as the Eulemur coronatus and the world’s smallest chameleon, the Brookesia micra. Visit the Sacred Waterfall and the “Thousand Trees” promenade. Continuation to Diego Suarez (Antsiranana). In the afternoon, visit the center of the lively colonial city. Check-in at the hotel.
ALLAMANDA HOTEL 3*.
Breakfast
DAY 6
DIEGO SUAREZ / 3 BAYS / FRENCH MOUNTAIN / DIEGO SUAREZ
Breakfast and departure to the 3 Bays, panoramic visit and transfer to Ramena beach, free lunch in one of the popular restaurants in front of the sea. In the afternoon, ascent on foot to the French Mountain (±3 hours ascent-descent), from where we will have a 360º view of the northern cape of the island of Madagascar, which with a coastal extension of 156 km is positioned as the second largest in the world after Rio de Janeiro with its particular “Sugar Loaf”, the sacred island of Nosy Lonjo. Along the way we can also observe several baobabs of the species Adansonia Suarezensis. Return to Diego Suarez.
ALLAMANDA HOTEL 3*.
Breakfast
DAY 7
TRADITIONAL SCHOONER SAILING IN THE EMERALD SEA
Breakfast and departure to Ramena beach where we will start our excursion by traditional Sakalava schooner to sail the turquoise waters of the Emerald Sea to the island of Nosy Suarez where we will have lunch with fish and seafood, prepared by our sailors of the Sakalava and Antakarana ethnic groups. Free time at Nosy Suarez beach in the Emerald Sea for snorkeling or resting. In the afternoon return to Diego Suarez.
ALLAMANDA HOTEL 3*.
Breakfast
Lunch
DAY 8
DIEGO / ANDRAFIAMENA RESERVE
Breakfast and departure by 4×4 to the exclusive Andriafamena Reserve. Arrival and installation at Camp. In the afternoon we will go on a night walking safari to observe endemic wildlife species of this region such as the microcebus tavaratra and the cheirogaleus shethi.
AKIBA LODGE ANJAHAKELY
Breakfast · Dinner
DAY 9
ANDRAFIAMENA RESERVE
Breakfast and walking tour of ± 5h in the Andrafiamena Reserve in search of the famous Propithecus Perrieri, one of the most beautiful primates of northern Madagascar, as well as other species of lemurs, uroplatus, chameleons, birds… We will border the Ampantsona river and we will be able to take a bath in the natural pools. In the afternoon, dive with the Antakarana ethnic group in the village of Anjahakely, famous for the production of a variety of fragrant rice that is highly reputed throughout the island. We will discover the daily chores and traditions of this northern ethnic group: the art of sewing tablecloths, the elaboration of complicated tribal hairstyles, rice piling or cooking…and if we wish, we can participate in the care of the vegetable garden. Return to Camp.
AKIBA LODGE ANJAHAKELY
Breakfast
Dinner
DAY 10
ANDRIAFAMENA / ANKIFY / NOSY BE
Breakfast and early departure to reach the port of Ankify, where we take a speedboat to Nosy Be island, the island of perfume. Arrival at the port of Hell Ville and transfer to the hotel.
RAVINTSARA WELLNESS 4*SUP
Breakfast
DAY 11
WHALES, DOLPHINS, WHALE SHARKS…
Breakfast and departure by motorboat in search of humpback whales that sail the waters of the Nosy Be, Radames or Mitsio archipelago (from August to October) among other species such as dolphins, manta rays, pseudorcas, Omura’s fin whales… We will have a hydrophone to listen to the whales singing, an emotional experience that will remain unalterable in your memory. Lunch on the island of Nosy Sakatia where we can snorkel and swim with the giant green turtles.
From May to July this activity will be replaced by the excursion to the Nosy Tanikely and Nosy Sakatia Marine Reserve. During the month of November the Whale Shark Safari will be offered.
RAVINTSARA WELLNESS 4*SUP
Breakfast
Lunch
DAY 12
NOSY BE / NOSY IRANJA / NOSY BE
Breakfast and motorboat excursion to the paradisiacal island of Nosy Iranja, the turtle island, where we can enjoy its turquoise waters and snowy sands, snorkeling, visit the fishing village of Iranja Kely, climb to the old lighthouse of the French colonial era … Lunch included based on fish and / or seafood. Return to the hotel around 4:00 pm.
RAVINTSARA WELLNESS 4*SUP
Breakfast
Lunch
DAY 13
NOSY BE / RETURN FLIGHT
Breakfast and at the agreed time, transfer to Fascene International Airport for return international flight.
4WD vehicle with driver and fuel included (3 passengers per vehicle)
Transfers airport-hotel-airport mentioned in the program
Spanish-speaking guide except on the beach
French and English speaking guide during excursions in Nosy Be
AD (Bed and breakfast) during the entire trip.
Local guides (obligatory) in parks and reserves
Entrance to National Parks and Reserves
Taxes (Tourist, Stay and Municipal)
All visits and excursions mentioned as INCLUDED in the program.
Map of Madagascar
Welcome gift
Reception in Spanish by an INDIGO BE guide at the airport
English-speaking travelers’ assistance 24/7 at destination
On-site assistance in case of emergency in English 24h 7/7 in Antananarivo
Reconfirmation of domestic and return flights
24-hour emergency service in Spanish for family members
Informative dossier in Spanish
PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE
International airline tickets
Lunches and dinners not specified in the program
Beverages
Visa
Personal expenses
Medical Insurance
Tips
The order of the visits and excursions can be modified according to local constraints (air schedules, runway or road conditions, for example). If certain visits and/or excursions cannot be carried out for any reason beyond our control, we will try to substitute them whenever possible.
SHARE A ROOM
Request “Share room” when registering for the trip in order to avoid the single supplement. This does not exempt the acceptance of the Single supplement payment in case it is not possible to share a room. All requests for “Room Share” can be in twin or triple rooms. Depending on demand IndigoBe can accommodate up to 3 people in a triple room without prior notice.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION HOTELS
In our adventure routes and expeditions we offer variety in accommodation, in some locations it may be a 4* hotel, in others 3*, in others without stars and even some camping days. Instead of restricting our itineraries to areas that offer standard accommodation, we prefer to stay in more basic and spartan infrastructures in order to enjoy an exceptional location. The accommodations we offer on our expeditions are not selected because they have wifi, air conditioning, swimming pool or TV in the rooms, for our philosophy in adventure travel, that is not the most important thing. Our goal is to reach the most authentic, unspoiled and spectacular places. Enjoy these experiences, they are part of the trip.
CHARACTERISTICS OF OUR TRIPS
Our trips are designed from knowledge, we have been residents on the island for more than 18 years (2006-2024) and our team carries out more than 17 annual surveys throughout the geography of the island, to verify on the ground the state of parks, trails, hotels, new developments and discover new treasures that are still hidden in our island-continent and that for the moment we try to preserve until we have a policy of environmental protection. Our update is almost daily.
Any tour in Madagascar leaves room for the unexpected, hence we ask for your flexibility in approaching the trip as travelers and not as conventional tourists.
To participate in our trips, a minimum level of physical fitness is required, otherwise you will not be able to enjoy the parks, landscapes, or some of the animist villages farther away from the conventional routes.
Our adventure trips are not for everyone, they are participatory trips, in which you will not be made to row or wash your cutlery, for this we give employment to the local population, however, we want your passage through the island to cause the least possible impact, neither environmental nor social, that is where we ask for your collaboration.
The hotels are varied, from some 5* to simple lodges, depending on the hotel infrastructure. Adventure is not incompatible with comfort, we will never camp (free camping is prohibited in Madagascar, it is only possible in “authorized” places although they do not have any infrastructure similar to a campsite, no toilets or showers) if right next door we have a minimally correct accommodation and that our passage can benefit the local population. We always try to include the best hotels available, but sometimes we are forced to use simple lodges because the location does not have more hotel infrastructure or because it is located in an exceptional place that deserves the stay.
Madagascar does not have a tourist infrastructure like neighboring countries in their safaris, but that gives it the charm of an unspoiled and uncrowded country (150,000 tourists per year). We ask for an open spirit and large doses of patience to our travelers. That way you will enjoy your trip much more.
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A phenomenal trip
A few notes to thank you for your effort and patience. A phenomenal trip that is already asking me to come back. Delighted with the destination, the selection of activities and the organization. Nomad Photo Expeditions Photographic Group.
Harry Fisch ESSENCES OF THE SOUTH
An extraordinary journey
I totally recommend it, direct, clear and familiar treatment Sylvia, Jaume and Sergi are charming.
Small and well-organized groups.
Santa our guide is a crack.
And Madagascar with its lemurs, its baobabs, its people and its landscapes stole my heart, I don’t know which one to choose.
A dream come true!
We are eager to return and get to know more corners of the island. And certainly with Indigo Be!!!!
Montserrat Ros DISCOVER MADAGASCAR
Impeccable organization
Everything was excellent! Highly recommended, both the country, a place of contrasts in its landscapes and its people, and agency with an impeccable organization! Thanks to Sylvia, Jaume for the organization and of course to Luca and Mami for guiding us all over the country!
Glòria Ramon ESSENCES OF THE SOUTH
Professional people who love their work
Misaotra to the whole team, after 25 years traveling and having traveled through most of Africa you can feel flattered because it is the first time we meet such professional people who love their work and put so much passion in showing and sharing their country. Thank you Sylvia for your attention and for being there when needed. Of course we will see you in your next meeting adventure.
Clara Montes REMOTE RIVER EXPEDITION
A highly prepared team
An impeccable organization, with values that I share, a very professional team, highly prepared and dedicated to the traveler. They respect the country, its people and nature, and make us love Madagascar through their accompaniment.
Antonio Maria Following the Green Heart
Baobab Expedition, tough but intense
Back home and trying to assimilate everything we learned. Thank you Silvia for joining us on this fantastic trip, it has been a privilege to have you as a guide, the group already saw that we got along from the first day, and the route was amazing. We recommend the Baobab Expedition to all travelers, hard but intense.
Sara BAOBAB EXPEDITION
Magnificent trip through Madagascar
Excellent professionals who helped us to have a great trip in Madagascar. Thank you very much, Sylvia, Jaume, Sergi, Santa (great local guide) and all the staff. We will surely come back.
Norberto Rosseti ESSENCES OF THE SOUTH
Indigo Be's affection for the country is evident.
Lupe Bote BAOBAB EXPEDITION
An authentic experience
I chose the “Baobab Expedition” itinerary with Indigo Be and it has been an unforgettable and authentic experience… Indigo Be is an agency of young professionals who love and know Madagascar in depth and transmit their passion and enthusiasm for the country to the travelers.
Our guide, Jaume, has facilitated, at all times, with his efficiency and kindness, the smooth running of the day to day.
Thanks to all the professional team of Indigo Be and ENHORABONAAAAAAAAAAA Jaume “per la feina ben feta”. A hug !!!!!
Elisabeth Segui BAOBAB EXPEDITION
Unique, surprising and unforgettable island
Madagascar; it sounds remote, like a cartoon movie and impossible animals. It is that, and also an island-country with little tourism that oozes African sap sweetened with Asian touches.
Descend a river between jungle canyons and sleep on its beaches protected from crocodiles; go deep into the jungle and listen to the sounds of its most characteristic animals, the lemurs; dive among tropical fish with the sound of humpback whales in the background; stroll at sunset along an avenue lined with giant baobabs; discover impressive rock formations in the shape of thousands of needles; taste seafood seasoned with French-influenced dyes or simply stroll along a beach waiting for the arrival of fishermen. All this is Madagascar.
Madagascar promises disconnection, adventure and exoticism…and with Indigo Be you get it!
Thank you for being wonderful hosts of this unique, surprising and unforgettable island.
Antonia Rubio BAOBAB EXPEDITION
Experiences that will stay with me for life
Among shadowy jungles, deep rock canyons and red clay moors, I found sights and experiences that will stay with me for life. And what better than from the hand of local experts like Indigo Be.
Raul Martin MADA & SEYCHELLES ADVENTURE
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