IN SEARCH OF THE AYE-AYE

Arrival at the capital's airport, visa formalities, reception by IndigoBe's Spanish-speaking guide, transfer to the hotel and brief briefing of the route.

• NOVOTEL CONVENTION & SPA 5*.

Breakfast and departure to Andasibe National Park. Lunch in the city of Moramanga and visit of its lively market. Continuation to Andasibe National Park. Installation at the lodge and at the scheduled time, night visit of the Vakona or VOIMMA Private Reserve (depending on accommodation), where we will appreciate various species of endemic and nocturnal fauna.

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  • MANTADIA RAINFOREST LODGE 4*.
  • MANJARANO LODGE & SPA 4*.
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  • Breakfast
  • Dinner

Breakfast and departure to Analamazaotra National Park (Andasibe National Park) where we will make a walking tour of ± 4 hours to observe the largest lemur of the island, the famous Indri-Indri. After picnic lunch, continuation to Mantadia National Park, where we will discover other species of lemurs such as the Varecia Variegata or the Propithecus Diadema, as well as the largest chameleon of the island, the Calumma Parsonii. Return to the lodge.

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  • MANTADIA RAINFOREST LODGE 4*.
  • MANJARANO LODGE & SPA 4*.
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  • Breakfast
  • Picnic
  • Dinner

Early breakfast and return to Antananarivo. Arrival and visit to Tsarasotra Park, declared a RAMSAR Site in 2005, the park is a refuge and nesting place for several species of freshwater aquatic birds (27 species) and other endemic species (36 species) including Ardeola idae, Anas melleri, Tachybaptus pelzelnii and corythornis vintsioides, as well as more common birds such as Dicrurus fortificatus. The Site comprises the 10-hectare Alarobia Lake, with an islet and flood zones in the heart of Antananarivo.

• NOVOTEL CONVENTION & SPA 5*.
• Breakfast

Breakfast and transfer to Ivato airport for flight to Maroantsetra. Arrival and transfer to the pier where we will take our boat and sail through Antongil Bay, which with an extension of 2000 km2 is the most important whale breeding area of the Indian Ocean. During our navigation we may come across dolphins and whales (depending on the season) and as a backdrop, one of the most exuberant jungles of the island. Arrival and installation at the lodge. Brief briefing with the local guide to design the activities we will do during our stay based on the weather forecast.

• MASOALA FOREST LODGE
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  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner

Breakfast and departure to the primary forest of Masoala National Park. We will walk through the dense jungle of the national park in search of lemurs such as the Varecia Rubra or the Eulemur Albifrons, the tomato frog, the Helmet Vanga bird (Euryceros prevostii), chameleons Furcifer pardalis, brookesia or parsonii, giant millipedes, tree ferns and other species of endemic fauna and flora. Moderate to difficult hiking (uphill). Return to the lodge and free afternoon to snorkel in the reefs adjacent to our lodge. "Tea time" at 4:30 p.m. at the Sea Desk. At the scheduled time, night visit of the MFL Private Reserve for approximately 1 hour in search of the elusive aye-aye. Of the 10 species of lemurs present in Masoala, 8 are nocturnal, making this visit an unmissable experience. Be+: We offer guided evening tours every night after dinner. Just come well prepared in case we get caught in the rain.

• MASOALA FOREST LODGE
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  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner

Breakfast and departure on foot to the Tampolo River where we will take our canoes to navigate its calm waters next to impressive mangroves. Bird watching, as well as various species of trees such as rosewood and rosewood that abound in the area. After lunch, walk through the coastal jungle to the village of Ambodiforaha, inhabited by the Betsimisaraka ethnic group. Before a brief stop at the pre-school where we can learn about this MFL project. Continuation to the small village where we will be welcomed as is customary in Madagascar with songs and dances typical of this Malagasy ethnic group. A brief immersion in the culture and modus vivendi of this ethnic group from the east coast of Madagascar. We will visit its spice market (cloves and vanilla are abundant in the area) and enjoy its handicrafts. Return to the lodge to relax with a 30 minute massage with Malagasy essential oils. Private dinner at the Sea Desk. Or if we are interested, we can dedicate this day to the excursion to the island of Nosy Mangabe (with supplement and depending on the weather), a jewel of biodiversity: After breakfast departure by motor boat to the island of Nosy Mangabe. This small island of 520 hectares is located in Antongil Bay, just 2 km off the coast of Maroantsetra. Covered by a lush vegetation of low altitude rainforest, a network of trails invites us to discover the enormous biodiversity that resides on this small island: Eulemur Albifrons, Varecia Variegata subcinta as well as nocturnal species such as the aye-aye, the cheirogaleus major; uroplatus fimbriatus, the boa Sanzinia madagascariensis, the mantella laevigata frog, colorful crabs, pygmy chameleons such as Brookesia peyriasi, orchids, pandanus, palm trees.... Whales, turtles and dolphins surround the waters of this island full of pure nature, Noah's ark in Madagascar.

• MASOALA FOREST LODGE
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  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner

Breakfast and departure by kayak for humpback whale watching (June to September). It is also possible to do it by motor boat (see supplement). The whales travel each year from Antarctica to the warm waters of Madagascar where they mate and give birth to their calves before returning to the mainland. Whale migration is a unique event and whale watching is a fascinating experience that you should not miss. After lunch, departure by sailing canoe for approximately 1h30 to watch the sunset. Return to the lodge, dinner and another visit in search of nocturnal species.   NOTE: These activities may be substituted for any of the many other activities offered free of charge or at a supplement: Kayak trip to the sacred island of Nosy Ndraindra Kayak trip through the mangroves Marine Reserve Exploration Excursion Antalavian Excursion (with supplement) Excursion to Cap Masoala (with supplement) Hiking in the Private Reserve - 5 Marked trails The Private Reserve has 40 hectares surrounding the lodge. Five trails have been marked so that you can walk them without a guide. The tours last between 10 and 40 minutes and involve varying degrees of difficulty. During the tour you will be able to observe all types of endemic fauna and flora of the area. This program can be modified according to your expectations, also due to external causes such as the weather, so your guide will advise you which activity or visit to do according to these premises. We offer the same itinerary including 7 or 10 nights stay in Masoala.

• MASOALA FOREST LODGE
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  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner

Early breakfast and departure to Maroantsetra by motorboat. Arrival and transfer to the airport to take the flight back to the capital. Arrival in Antananarivo and connection with international flight.   END OF TRIP ............................