Madagascar Adventure: Forests, Wildlife & Coasts

Arrive in Antananarivo, Madagascar, unwinding at chic Maison Gallieni overlooking the city’s hills.
Explore Tana’s French-inspired architecture, Lake Anosy views, and UNESCO-listed Ambohimanga royal hill.
Fly northwest to Namoroka National Park’s tsingy, spotting sifakas, chameleons, and rare nocturnal aye-aye.
Boat to Masoala Peninsula, kayaking mangroves, snorkelling coral reefs, and walking rainforests for red-ruffed lemurs.
Savour beach sundowners, possible dolphin or whale sightings, then return to Antananarivo for departure.

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Trip Features

Safari & Wildlife

Vacations that showcase the world's most fascinating wildlife.

Private Guided Experiences

Explore in the company of expert private guides.

Safari & Wildlife

Vacations that showcase the world's most fascinating wildlife.

Private Guided Experiences

Explore in the company of expert private guides.

Trip Itinerary

At a Glance

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Arrive in Antananarivo

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Exploring Antananarivo

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Antananarivo to Namoroka National Park

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Discovering Namoroka National Park

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Namoroka National Park

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Namoroka National Park

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Namoroka to Soalala to Antananarivo

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Tana to Maroantsetra to Masoala

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Exploring Masoala

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Masoala

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Masoala to Maroantsetra to Tana

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Depart from Tana

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Trip Starts

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Trip Ends

Detailed Itinerary

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Arrive in Antananarivo

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Arrive in Antananarivo

Upon arrival into Ivato Airport you will be met by Goway's local representative and transferred to your hotel in the upper town of Antananarivo. 'Tana' - as the locals call it has fascinating traditional architecture and a more Indonesian influence than the rest of Madagascar. Maison Gallieni is a restored colonial mansion with an elegant mix of modern and traditional décor. Take a dip in the pool and enjoy the lovely views over the city before dinner.

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Dinner, Breakfast

Your Accommodation

La Maison Gallieni

Welcome The Maison Gallieni, an establishment of choice for travelers like you. Equipped with air conditioning, La Maison Gallieni rooms offer all the comfort you need. You can even stay connected thanks to the free wi-fi. The pool and lounge will help make your stay even more special. Antananarivo is full of Italian restaurants

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Exploring Antananarivo

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Antananarivo

After breakfast, meet with your English-speaking guide, then explore the historical upper town of Antananarivo, with its stunning French inspired architecture. Continue downtown and enjoy the old colonial railway station built by the French in 1910. Have lunch in an enchanting property in the heart of Antananarivo with a unique panoramic view of Lake Anosy and the Queen's Palace at the authentic Maison de Maitre, built with character and restored with elegance and attention to details, known as the CITIZEN restaurant. In the afternoon, drive to Ambohimanga, 20 km north-east of Tana. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is the ancestral home on the Merina kings and queens who united Madagascar under one rule. It is a fortified sacred hill with 16 gates leading to king Andrianampoinimerina's house (ruled 1787 - 1810) and a series of elegant royal summer homes.

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Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch

Your Accommodation

La Maison Gallieni

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Antananarivo to Namoroka National Park

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Antananarivo to Namoroka National Park

Today, fly to the port town of Soalala by scheduled charter. On arrival you are met by your guide and transfer to Namoroka Tsingy Camp by road (2hrs 30 min) with a stop along the way for a village walk among the mango trees. On arrival, settle into your tent. In the late afternoon, depart for a walk in the forest surrounding the camp. Along with birds, chameleons, Von der Deckens sifakas or red lemur, you may spot fossa or Aye Aye during your walk. In the evening, enjoy sundowners amongst the baobabs.

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Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch

Your Accommodation

Namoroka Tsingy Camp

Namoroka National Park, a hidden gem in northwestern Madagascar, is a mesmerizing natural wonder where time seems to stand still. Its dramatic landscape is dominated by the razor-sharp limestone formations of the Tsingy - a labyrinth of jagged pinnacles, narrow canyons, and hidden caves carved by millennia of erosion. Towering vertical spires pierce the sky, while lush forests cling to the rocky terrain, sheltering rare endemic species found nowhere else on Earth. From the haunting calls of cryptic wildlife to the delicate blooms of resilient flora, every step through Namoroka's otherworldly terrain reveals Madagascar's untamed beauty. A paradise for intrepid explorers and nature lovers, the park's surreal vistas and unparalleled biodiversity make it a crown jewel of the island's natural heritage - an unforgettable testament to the power and artistry of evolution.

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Discovering Namoroka National Park

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Namoroka National Park

Three days to explore the tsingy of Namoroka National Park and its surrounding areas. This national park welcomes just 50 visitors per year due to the challenges of accessing it by road. It is one of the more pristine protected areas on the island with an incredible abundance of birds (100 species) and other wildlife. There are 6 lemur species to see including the playful Von der Dicken's Sifaka, Milne-Edwards Sportive lemur, the Red lemur and the incredibly secretive Aye Aye. Depart for an exploration of the unique cave system that stretches under the entire massif. Here, you will encounter rare fossil remains of species such as the Archaeolemur, a giant lemur species with a body mass of up to 26kg which went extinct, along with much of Madagascar's megafuna about 1,000 years ago. Picnic lunch in the shade of the tsingy.

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Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch

Your Accommodation

Namoroka Tsingy Camp

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Namoroka National Park

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Namoroka National Park

Another exciting day of exploring the breathtaking landscapes of Namoroka National Park and its surrounding areas, where dramatic limestone formations, lush forests, and diverse wildlife create an unforgettable adventure filled with hidden caves, unique endemic species, and stunning natural beauty.

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Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch

Your Accommodation

Namoroka Tsingy Camp

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Namoroka National Park

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Namoroka National Park

Spend another full day exploring the remarkable landscapes of Namoroka National Park. Accompanied by your expert guide, venture deeper into the dramatic limestone formations known as tsingy, where narrow passages, hidden caves and forested pockets create a unique habitat for Madagascar’s endemic wildlife. Keep watch for several of the park’s six lemur species, including Von der Decken’s sifaka and Milne-Edwards sportive lemur, as well as a rich variety of birds that thrive in this pristine environment. Along the way you may discover ancient cave systems and fascinating geological formations that reveal the park’s long natural history. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the shade of the tsingy before returning to camp in the late afternoon.

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Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch

Your Accommodation

Hotel Nosy Manga

Nosy Manga Hotel is a boutique property located in the Ivato district of Antananarivo, just a short distance from Ivato International Airport. The hotel provides a convenient base for travelers arriving in or departing from Madagascar’s capital while also offering a calm and welcoming environment away from the city center. Accommodation includes a selection of comfortable guest rooms and suites designed with modern furnishings and practical amenities for short stays or overnight stopovers. Guests can relax in the garden setting, enjoy the outdoor swimming pool, or dine at the on-site restaurant serving a range of international and Malagasy dishes. A bar and terrace provide additional spaces to unwind after travel. With its proximity to the airport, friendly service, and essential facilities, the hotel is well suited for transit guests, business travelers, and visitors beginning or ending their Madagascar journey.

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Namoroka to Soalala to Antananarivo

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Namoroka to Soalala to Antananarivo

After an early breakfast, transfer by road to Soalala (2hrs 30 mins) in time for your scheduled charter flight to Antananarivo. On arrival your private guide will accompany you to your hotel. Ideally situated next to the airport, the Nosy Manga Hotel offers large comfortable ensuite bedrooms equipped with air-conditioning and satellite tv. The hotel is equipped with a roof-top pool, and a stylishly-decorated bar and restaurant area.

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Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch

Your Accommodation

Hotel Nosy Manga

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Tana to Maroantsetra to Masoala

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Tana to Maroantsetra to Masoala

After an early breakfast, your driver will take you back to Ivato Airport in time for your scheduled charter flight to Maroantsetra in the north-east. The densely forested Masoala Peninsula contains the largest remaining block of protected rainforest in Madagascar and harbours a wealth of rare and unique species including the red-ruffed lemur, seen only in Masoala. You are met on arrival at Maroantsetra Airport and transfer to the jetty to board a boat for the 2 hour voyage across Antongil Bay to Masoala Forest Lodge. Sightings of dolphins and whales are likely. On arrival at the lodge beach, you are welcomed ashore and settle into your thatch and canvas tree-house. After freshening up in the accommodation, lunch is served in the beach house. The afternoon activities include exploring the beaches and coastal forest in the lodge area and maybe enjoying a swim in the sea, before taking a guided walk along the coast past Tampolo Point, with the possibility of spotting white-fronted brown lemurs in the coastal forest. Return to camp to sundowners on the beach before dinner is served in the beach house.

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Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch

Your Accommodation

Masoala Forest Lodge

Nestled along Madagascar's untamed northeast coast, where emerald rainforest cascades down volcanic slopes to meet turquoise waters, lies Masoala Forest Lodge - a jewel in Wild Expeditions Africa's crown. This sanctuary invites you to immerse yourself in a living Eden, where the air hums with the calls of rare indri lemurs and rustling palm fronds create nature's symphony.

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Exploring Masoala

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Masoala

After breakfast on the sea deck set off on the day’s adventure, walk down the coast and up into the primary rainforest in search of the red-ruffed lemurs, dwarf chameleons and other wildlife endemic to this forest. After some hours in the dense forest with the giant hardwoods and majestic tree ferns, return to camp by boat for a well-earned lunch and rest. The afternoon activity could be a snorkel on the nearby coral reefs, rich in diversity, or a guided sea kayak to the look-out rock at the “Secret Cove” for the sun set, with the chance of a close encounter with bottlenose dolphin or green turtle.

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Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch

Your Accommodation

Masoala Forest Lodge

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Masoala

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Masoala

After another relaxed start to your day, depart on a guided walk through the coastal forest, in search of more birds and mammals. Sightings of the incredible scaly and short-legged ground-rollers are regular. Mixed species flocks can contain an incredible diversity of vangas – the islands most celebrated bird family. After a couple of hours walk, take a welcome swim in the crystal-clear pools of the Tampolo River at the foot of the forested mountains. Return to camp on a traditional dugout canoe paddling down the shady river. After lunch, enjoy a relaxed afternoon swimming on the private beaches or snorkeling on the coral reefs. In the evening, enjoy a guided nocturnal walk with the intriguing possibility of seeing some of the secretive nocturnal wildlife such as leaf-tailed gecko, mouse lemurs and maybe even the elusive aye-aye.

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Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch

Your Accommodation

Masoala Forest Lodge

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Masoala to Maroantsetra to Tana

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Masoala to Maroantsetra to Tana

This morning you head back to Maroansetra by boat (2hrs) in time for you scheduled charter flight back to Tana. Upon arrival your driver guide will transfer you to your hotel.

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Breakfast, Dinner

Your Accommodation

La Maison Gallieni

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Depart from Tana

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Departure

After breakfast this morning, check out of your hotel, transfer to the international airport with your private vehicle, and guide.

What to Expect

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Antananarivo, Madagascar

Masoala National Park, Madagascar

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AntananarivoPartly Cloudy

32°C / 89°F

25mm / 1.0"

Weather data is based on monthly averages.

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