Journey to the North of Madagascar

Discover the rainforest of Andasibe-Mantadia, the lively port of Diego Suarez, and the stunning beaches of Nosy Be, on this 13-day North Madagascar overview

Journey to the North of Madagascar

This itinerary takes in the best of Madagascar’s northern and eastern regions. Beginning in Antananarivo, the capital of Madagascar, you will visit the eastern parks of Andasibe, Vakona, and Mantadia before flying to the reserves and beaches of northern Madagascar, including Amber Mountain, Ankarana, and Nosy Be.

Outline Itinerary

  1. Day 1: Arrive Antananarivo

    You will be met on arrival into Ivato Airport and transferred to the Relais des Plateaux for one night (B&B basis).

  2. Day 2: Antananarivo to Andasibe-Mantadia National Park

    Depart Tana after breakfast and journey to Andasibe, a journey of 2-3 hours through the green landscapes of the east, a region of dense rainforests and beautiful lakes. En route, there will be time to stop at the Pyereras Reserve, which houses various species of reptile, amphibian and butterfly, including a large population of chameleons.

  3. Day 3: Analamazoatra Reserve (Andasibe-Mantadia National Park)

    After breakfast, venture into Analamazoatra Reserve, part of the greater Andasibe-Mantadia National Park, with your guide on an early morning hike.

  4. Day 4: Mantadia Rainforest

    After breakfast at the lodge, depart with your guide for the rainforests of Mantadia.

  5. Day 5: Return Tana

    Depart Andasibe after breakfast and return to Tana by road. Overnight at the Relais des Plateaux (B&B basis).

  6. Day 6: Fly Tana to Diego Suarez

    Take the morning flight from Antananarivo to Antsiranana - or Diego Suarez as it is more commonly known - a colonial-era port city situated in the far north of Madagascar.

  7. Day 7: Amber Mountain National Park - Ankarana

    Depart Diego Suarez after breakfast and drive an hour to Joffre Ville, gateway to the Amber Mountain National Park.

  8. Day 8: Ankarana

    Set off early this morning for a guided tour of Ankarana National Park.

  9. Day 9: Nosy Be

    Depart Ankarana after breakfast and drive north to Ankify, passing the Tsaratanana massif – home to Maromokotro, Madagascar’s highest peak – along the way. En route, there will be time to stop at Ambilobe, a predominantly Muslim city with a lively market centre.

  10. Day 10-12: Nosy Be

    The next three days are at leisure for you to explore Nosy Be.

  11. Day 13: Nosy Be – Tana

    Transfer to the airport to catch the early afternoon flight to Tana.

Price guide

Price based on two travellers in twin/double accommodation. Please see full itinerary (via "download itinerary") for inclusions & exclusions. This is a private itinerary and can be tailored to your interests, and priced for families or larger group sizes.
Pricing

13 days from £2890pp

Pricing

13 days from £2890pp

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