FIRST ENCOUNTER WITH THE MALAGASY

14 days / 13 nights

This 14-day tour will take you to the southern part of the island where you will meet different ethnic groups, learn about their way of life and live an incredible adventure aboard the mythical train linking the Central Highlands to the East Coast. Then, you will explore the two famous national parks in the South which are Ranomafana with its various bamboo lemurs and Isalo with its multicolored massifs and oases dated from the Jurassic era. Moreover, a visit of Anja reserve led by the village community is on the schedule to discover the Catta lemurs that will brighten up the landscape. The Zombitse national park will also make you discover other species of lemurs and the dancing sifaka lemurs of this park. After that, your journey will end with a relaxing stay at the beautiful beach of Ifaty after 1000 km away. Finally, you will return to Antananarivo, the capital of Madagascar to discover Ambohimanga, the cradle of the ancient monarchy, classified as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO.

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  • Unusual journey by FCE train from Fianarantsoa to Manakara
  • Discovery of Ranomafana National Park with its bamboo lemurs
  • Meeting with the catta lemurs of Anja community reserve
  • Hiking in the Isalo National Park with its multicolored massifs and oases
  • Discovery of Zombitse national park with its Sifaka dancing lemurs
  • Exploration of Ifaty Baobab forest
  • Experience the traditional culture of the Tanàla ethnic group, called: people of the forest
  • Free time and relaxation in Ifaty beachside
  • Sightseeing in Antananarivo and discovery of Ambohimanga, the cradle of the Merina monarchy classified as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO
  • Visit of various craftsmen's workshops
     
  • Accommodation on Bed and Breakfast during the tour
  • An English-speaking guide on the train
  • Picnic Lunches during on the day and 5
  • Transportation in a private 4WD car with an English-speaking driver during the tour
  • All transfers
  • Local guide and entrance fees in parks mentioned in the program
  • Long haul air tickets and taxes
  • The Visa fees of around 35€ that you should pay at the airport
  • Domestic flight: Toliara – Antananarivo
  • All meals not mentioned in the program
  • All activities during the days off
  • Tips and extra personal items