Madagascar· 15 days · Guided
The Incredible East with its Typical Cultures
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This 15-day tour in the Eastern part of Madagascar will give you an authentic experience with its natural and cultural diversity. Therefore, you will be astonished by the amazing visit of wildlife in Andasibe to meet with the Indri Indri, the largest lemurs on earth. Next, you will visit Palmarium reserve with different species of lemurs including the famous nocturnal ones called “Aye Aye”. At the same time, you will have the opportunity to learn about typical culture, habits and customs of the region while visiting and meeting with local villagers. This area also offers you the best scenery of the Pangalanes Channel until the way to Toamasina, the largest port and the economic capital of the country. And to crown this journey, you will end the tour at the stunning beaches of Sainte Marie for a deserve relaxation. Finally, you will return to the capital city to discover its ancient buildings and visit Ambohimanga, the cradle of the Merina monarchy, classified as a world heritage site by UNESCO.
About this trip
A trip we'd happily do again next month
This 15-day tour in the Eastern part of Madagascar will give you an authentic experience with its natural and cultural diversity. Therefore, you will be astonished by the amazing visit of wildlife in Andasibe to meet with the Indri Indri, the largest lemurs on earth. Next, you will visit Palmarium reserve with different species of lemurs including the famous nocturnal ones called “Aye Aye”. At the same time, you will have the opportunity to learn about typical culture, habits and customs of the region while visiting and meeting with local villagers. This area also offers you the best scenery of the Pangalanes Channel until the way to Toamasina, the largest port and the economic capital of the country. And to crown this journey, you will end the tour at the stunning beaches of Sainte Marie for a deserve relaxation. Finally, you will return to the capital city to discover its ancient buildings and visit Ambohimanga, the cradle of the Merina monarchy, classified as a world heritage site by UNESCO.
This is one of our signature guided journeys in Madagascar. We've walked it many times — alone, with friends, with our own families — and we've shaped it into something we're genuinely proud of.
You'll be in a small group, led by a local guide who knows the trails, the families along the way, and the best place to stop for lunch. Nothing rushed. Nothing generic.
Glimpses of the trip
Photos from the trail
Day by day
Your 15-day itinerary
A draft of how the trip flows — every itinerary is fine-tuned around your group, fitness and pace before we book anything.
- 01+
Antananarivo
Arrival in the capital city, where the tour begins with an airport transfer.
Arrival in the capital city, where the tour begins with an airport transfer.
- 02+
Peyrieras Reserve
Discovery of the amphibians and reptiles of the exotic reserve of Peyrieras on the way east.
Discovery of the amphibians and reptiles of the exotic reserve of Peyrieras on the way east.
- 03+
Andasibe
Amazing visit of the wildlife in Andasibe to meet the Indri Indri, the largest lemurs on earth, exploring its endemic flora and fauna.
Amazing visit of the wildlife in Andasibe to meet the Indri Indri, the largest lemurs on earth, exploring its endemic flora and fauna.
- 04+
Andasibe — Lemur Island & V.O.I.M.M.A.
Visit a lemur island and the V.O.I.M.M.A. park around Andasibe.
Visit a lemur island and the V.O.I.M.M.A. park around Andasibe.
- 05+
Vohimana Reserve
Discovery of the reserve of Vohimana and meeting with local villagers to learn about the typical culture, habits and customs of the region.
Discovery of the reserve of Vohimana and meeting with local villagers to learn about the typical culture, habits and customs of the region.
- 06+
Palmarium Reserve
Visit the Palmarium reserve with different species of lemurs, including the famous nocturnal Aye Aye.
Visit the Palmarium reserve with different species of lemurs, including the famous nocturnal Aye Aye.
- 07+
Palmarium — Local Culture
Continue at Palmarium and meet local villagers to learn about the typical culture and customs of the region.
Continue at Palmarium and meet local villagers to learn about the typical culture and customs of the region.
- 08+
Pangalanes Channel
Cruise on the Pangalanes Channel, offering the best scenery on the way along the east coast.
Cruise on the Pangalanes Channel, offering the best scenery on the way along the east coast.
- 09+
Towards Toamasina
Follow the Pangalanes Channel through its villages toward Toamasina, the largest port and economic capital of the country.
Follow the Pangalanes Channel through its villages toward Toamasina, the largest port and economic capital of the country.
- 10+
Toamasina
Reach Toamasina, the largest port of Madagascar, before heading to the island of Sainte Marie.
Reach Toamasina, the largest port of Madagascar, before heading to the island of Sainte Marie.
- 11+
Sainte Marie — Île aux Nattes
Arrive on the paradise island of Sainte Marie and reach Île aux Nattes for a deserved relaxation on its stunning beaches.
Arrive on the paradise island of Sainte Marie and reach Île aux Nattes for a deserved relaxation on its stunning beaches.
- 12+
Sainte Marie
Relax on the beaches of Sainte Marie, where pirates once left their marks; during the whale season, a small safari may reveal these giants.
Relax on the beaches of Sainte Marie, where pirates once left their marks; during the whale season, a small safari may reveal these giants.
- 13+
Sainte Marie — Antananarivo
Domestic flight from Sainte Marie back to Antananarivo.
Domestic flight from Sainte Marie back to Antananarivo.
- 14+
Antananarivo
Sightseeing in Antananarivo to discover its ancient buildings, alleys and stairs.
Sightseeing in Antananarivo to discover its ancient buildings, alleys and stairs.
- 15+
Ambohimanga
Visit Ambohimanga, the cradle of the Merina monarchy, classified as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, before departure.
Visit Ambohimanga, the cradle of the Merina monarchy, classified as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, before departure.
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What's included
Everything that's covered
- ✓Local guide throughout
- ✓All accommodation in selected guesthouses & hotels
- ✓Daily breakfast and most dinners
- ✓Luggage transfers between stages
- ✓All ground transport during the trip
- ✓Detailed route notes and maps
Not included
What you'll arrange yourself
- —International flights to/from Madagascar
- —Madagascar visa (€35 on arrival)
- —Travel insurance
- —Drinks, tips and personal expenses
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15 days · Guided
The Incredible East with its Typical Cultures