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.
Itinerario
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)
Airport-hotel-airport transfers 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 (mandatory) 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
24/7 telephone assistance for travelers in Spanish at the destination
On-site assistance in case of emergency in Spanish 24/7 in Antananarivo
Reconfirmation of domestic and return flights
24-hour Spanish-language emergency service for family members
Information dossier in Spanish
PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE
International airline tickets
Lunches and dinners not specified in the program
Drinks
Visa
Personal expenses
Medical insurance
Tips
The order of visits and excursions can be modified depending on local imperatives (air schedules, condition of tracks or roads, for example). If some visits and/or excursions could not be carried out for any reason beyond our control, we will try to replace them whenever possible.
SHARE ROOM
Request to “Share a room” when registering for the trip in order to avoid the individual supplement. This does not exempt acceptance of payment of the Individual supplement in the event that it is finally not possible to share a room. All requests to “Share a Room” may be in twin or triple. Depending on demand, IndigoBe may accommodate up to 3 people in a triple room without prior notice.
IMPORTANT HOTEL INFORMATION
On 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 a day of camping. Instead of restricting our itineraries to areas that offer standard accommodation, we prefer to stay in more basic and spartan infrastructures to enjoy an exceptional location. The accommodations we offer on our expeditions are not selected because they have Wi-Fi, air conditioning, a swimming pool or a television in the rooms; for our philosophy on adventure trips, that is not the most important thing. Our goal is to reach the most authentic, pristine 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 makes more than 17 annual surveys throughout the geography of the island, to verify on the ground the state of parks, tracks, hotels, novelties and discover new treasures that still, to this day, remain hidden in our island-continent and that for the moment we try to preserve until there is an environmental protection policy. Our update is practically daily.
Any circuit in Madagascar leaves room for the unexpected, hence we ask for your flexibility when facing the trip, as travelers and not as conventional tourists.
To participate in our trips, a minimum physical shape is necessary, otherwise you will not enjoy the parks, landscapes, or some of the animist villages furthest from the conventional routes.
Our adventure trips are not for all audiences, they are participatory trips, in which you will not be made to row or wash your cutlery, for this we employ 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 at odds 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, neither toilets nor showers) if right next door we have a minimally correct accommodation and from which our passage can benefit the local population. We always try to include the best available hotels, but on some occasions we are forced to use simple lodges because the location does not have more hotel infrastructure or because it is in an exceptional place that is well worth the stay.
Madagascar does not have a tourist infrastructure like neighboring countries in their safaris, but that gives it the charm of a virgin and uncrowded country (150,000 tourists a year). We ask our travelers for an open mind and great doses of patience. That way they will enjoy their trip much more.
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Un viaje fenomenal
Unas notas para agradeceros el esfuerzo y la paciencia. Un viaje fenomenal y que ya me está pidiendo volver. Encantado con el destino, la selección de actividades y la organización. Grupo Fotográfico Nomad Photo Expeditions.
Harry Fisch ESSENCES OF THE SOUTH
Un viaje extraordinario
Lo recomiendo totalmente, trato directo, claro y familiar Sylvia, Jaume y Sergi son encantadores.
Grupos reducidos y bien organizados.
Santa nuestro guía un crack.
Y Madagascar con sus lémures, sus baobabs, sus gentes y sus paisajes me robaron el corazón, no sé con cual quedarme.
Un sueño hecho realidad!!
Estamos con muchas ganas de volver y conocer más rincones de la isla. Y sin duda de la mano de Indigo Be!!!
Montserrat Ros DISCOVER MADAGASCAR
Organización impecable
Todo excelente! Muy recomendable, tanto el pais, lugar de contrastes en sus paisajes y su gente, y agencia con una organización impecable! Gracias a Sylvia, Jaume por la organización y como no a Luca y Mami por guiarnos por todo el pais!
Glòria Ramon ESSENCES OF THE SOUTH
Gente profesional que ama su trabajo
Misaotra a todo el equipo, tras 25 años viajando y haber recorrido gran parte de África os podéis sentir alagados porque es la primera vez que nos encontramos con gente tan profesional que ama su trabajo y pone tanta pasión en mostrar y compartir su país. Gracias Sylvia por tu atención y por estar ahí cuando hace falta. Por supuesto nos veremos en vuestra próxima aventura reunionesa.
Clara Montes REMOTE RIVER EXPEDITION
Un equipo sumamente preparado
Una organización impecable, con unos valores que comparto, un equipo muy profesional, sumamente preparado y dedicado al viajero. Respetan el país, a su gente y a la naturaleza, y hacen que amemos Madagascar a través de su acompañamiento.
Antonio Maria Following the Green Heart
Expedición Baobab, dura pero intensa
De regreso a casa e intentando asimilar todo lo aprendido. Gracias Silvia por acompañarnos en este fantástico viaje, ha sido un privilegio tenerte como guía, el grupo ya viste que congeniamos desde el primer día, y la ruta una pasada. Aconsejamos a todos los viajeros la Expedición Baobab dura pero intensa.
Sara BAOBAB EXPEDITION
Magnífico viaje por Madagascar
Excelentes profesionales que nos ayudaron a realizar un magnífico viaje por Madagascar. Muchas gracias, Sylvia, Jaume, Sergi, ¡Santa! (gran guía local) y todo el staff. Seguramente volveremos.
Norberto Rosseti ESSENCES OF THE SOUTH
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Lupe Bote BAOBAB EXPEDITION
Una experiencia auténtica
Elegí el itinerario ” Expedición Baobab” con Indigo Be y ha sido una auténtica e inolvidable experiencia… Indigo Be es una agencia de jóvenes profesionales que aman y conocen a fondo Madagascar y transmiten su pasión y entusiasmo por el país a los viajeros.
Nuestro guía, Jaume, nos ha facilitado, en todo momento, con su eficiencia y amabilidad, la buena marcha del día a día.
Gracias a todo el equipo de profesionales de Indigo Be y ENHORABONAAAAAAA Jaume “per la feina ben feta”. Una abraçada !!!!!
Elisabeth Segui BAOBAB EXPEDITION
Isla única, sorprendente e inolvidable
Madagascar; suena a remoto, a película de dibujos y a animales imposibles. Es eso, y también un país-isla poco turístico que rezuma savia africana edulcorada con toques asiáticos.
Descender un río entre cañones de selva y dormir en sus playas protegidas de los cocodrilos; adentrarse en la selva y escuchar los sonidos de sus animales más característicos, los lémures; bucear entre peces tropicales con el sonido de fondo de las ballenas jorobadas; pasear al atardecer por una avenida plagada de baobabs gigantes; descubrir unas impresionantes formaciones rocosas con forma de miles de agujas; degustar su marisco aderezado con tintes de influencia francesa o, simplemente, pasear por una playa esperando la llegada de los pescadores. Todo eso es Madagascar.
Madagascar promete desconexión, aventura y exotismo…y con Indigo Be lo consigues!
Gracias por ser magníficos anfitriones de esa isla única, sorprendente e inolvidable.
Antonia Rubio BAOBAB EXPEDITION
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Entre junglas sombrías, profundos cañones de roca y páramos de arcilla roja, encontré miradas y experiencias que me acompañarán de por vida. Y que mejor que de la mano de expertos locales como Indigo Be.
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