THE BEAUTY OF THE WEST AND ITS LOCAL CULTURE

15 days / 14 nights

This unusual trip makes you discover the western part of the country in a sustainable way. For that, you will start a river cruise on Tsiribihina river to discover its mysterious gorges and natural pools in tiers, you also will spend the nights in bivouac under the stars during the descent of the river. After that, you will explore the wondrous Tsingy of Bemaraha and admire the sunset at the Avenue of Baobabs. Along the way, your curiosity and questions will have answers as you will always be with local people and sometimes stay in a local cottage. Before getting back to the capital city, you will drive to Andranomafana and learn its history, agriculture, Malagasy way of life and you will be introduced to some thermal treatment. You will go back to the capital to end the tour after that.

Contact us for this itinerary
  • Immersion in the daily life of the peasants
  • Cultural exchange with the local population
  • Descent of the Tsiribihina river with bivouac accommodation
  • Exploration of the Tsingys of Bemaraha and its sharp karst peaks classified as World Heritage by UNESCO
  • Meeting with the Fosa, the largest carnivorous mammal in Madagascar
  • Sunset at the Avenue of Baobabs
  • Visiting the peninsula of Betania
  • Malagasy culture and tradition in Andranomafana
  • No domestic flights
  • Accommodation on bed and breakfast during the tour
  • Accommodation on full board on days 3; 5; 6 and 13
  • 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
  • All meals not mentioned in the program
  • All activities during the day off
  • Tips and extra personal items