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The West
(Madagascar)
The western regions of Madagascar are drier than the east, and consequently large pockets of deciduous forest flourish here, harbouring a wealth of rare endemic wildlife.
Morondava, a coastal town which was once the centre of the Sakalava kingdom, is the starting point of most trips to the region. Bordered by long beaches, Morondava is also the gateway to one of Madagascar's hallmarks, the Avenue of Baobabs and the deciduous forest of Kirindy. Kirindy is one of the best places to see the wildlife of western Madagascar.
Tsingy de Bemaraha lies north of Morondava. Here towering calcareous cliffs and forests line the rivers. A large variety of succulents can be found on the cliffs, uniquely adapted to live in the cracks and crevices of the sharp spines formed by the eroded rock.
In and around The West
We recommend a visit to Morondava and also Mahajanga, one of Madagascar’s largest commercial ports, surrounded by deserted beaches and canyons. Just south of Mahajanga is the reserve of Ampijoroa, which is one of Madagascar’s premier birding destinations and home to the rare and endemic Madagascar Fish Eagle.
Other regions in Madagascar
In complete contrast to the wet and densely forested eastern coast, the south is a world of dry arid canyons, towering baobabs and unique spiny forests.
The northern coast is home to a string of islands and islets, offering the perfect balmy Indian Ocean Island experience for honeymooners.
The east coast of Madagascar is a haven of wildlife and lush Madagascan rainforest, just what the island is famous for.
The Highlands form the central hilly region of the islands, dominated by the city of Antananarivo.
The western part of Madagascar is drier that the eastern part and consequently large pockets of deciduous forest flourish here, harbouring a wealth of rare endemic wildlife.
Example itineraries in The West
Madagascar is the fourth biggest island in the world and due to its isolation is considered to be the “Galapagos of the African Continent”. The country offers a mixture of 18 cultures, a variety of landscapes and a unique natural environment with many secrets still to unveil.
