Madagascar· 10 days · Tailor-made
Portion of Paradise
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If you are looking for a peaceful hideaway — a luxurious place to spend your holidays comfortably away from mass tourism — the private island of Ankao is ideal. Off the north-east coast of Madagascar, Ankao is one of the most beautiful islands in Africa, home to the ultra-chic Miavana hotel and isolated from everything. Its pristine forests invite nature lovers to hike, and its unique coral reef is a paradise for divers, with multicoloured fish, sea turtles, corals and, in season, whales. An exploration of the archipelago by helicopter is the island's greatest attraction.
About this trip
A trip we'd happily do again next month
If you are looking for a peaceful hideaway — a luxurious place to spend your holidays comfortably away from mass tourism — the private island of Ankao is ideal. Off the north-east coast of Madagascar, Ankao is one of the most beautiful islands in Africa, home to the ultra-chic Miavana hotel and isolated from everything. Its pristine forests invite nature lovers to hike, and its unique coral reef is a paradise for divers, with multicoloured fish, sea turtles, corals and, in season, whales. An exploration of the archipelago by helicopter is the island's greatest attraction.
This is one of our signature tailor-made 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 10-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 Antananarivo, the capital of Madagascar, where your journey to the private island of Ankao begins.
Arrival in Antananarivo, the capital of Madagascar, where your journey to the private island of Ankao begins.
- 02+
Antananarivo - Ambohimanga
Discovery of the city of Antananarivo and Ambohimanga, cradle of the Merina monarchy classified as a world heritage site by UNESCO.
Discovery of the city of Antananarivo and Ambohimanga, cradle of the Merina monarchy classified as a world heritage site by UNESCO.
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Diego Suarez - Nosy Ankao
Fly to Diego Suarez, then a helicopter transfer to Nosy Ankao, the ultra-chic private island home to the Miavana hotel, off the north-east coast of Madagascar.
Fly to Diego Suarez, then a helicopter transfer to Nosy Ankao, the ultra-chic private island home to the Miavana hotel, off the north-east coast of Madagascar.
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Nosy Ankao - Pristine Forests
Explore the pristine forests of Ankao filled with lemurs, hiking to discover the natural treasures of this little piece of paradise.
Explore the pristine forests of Ankao filled with lemurs, hiking to discover the natural treasures of this little piece of paradise.
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Nosy Ankao - Coral Reef
Scuba diving on Ankao's unique coral reef to swim among multicolored fish, sea turtles and corals in clear waters.
Scuba diving on Ankao's unique coral reef to swim among multicolored fish, sea turtles and corals in clear waters.
- 06+
Nosy Ankao - Helicopter Tour
Exploration of the archipelago by helicopter, the greatest attraction of the island, with whale watching during the season.
Exploration of the archipelago by helicopter, the greatest attraction of the island, with whale watching during the season.
- 07+
Nosy Ankao - Beach
Relaxation on the wonderful beach of Ankao, enjoying this peaceful luxurious hideaway away from mass tourism.
Relaxation on the wonderful beach of Ankao, enjoying this peaceful luxurious hideaway away from mass tourism.
- 08+
Nosy Ankao - Diego Suarez
Helicopter transfer from Nosy Ankao back to Diego Suarez for your return flight.
Helicopter transfer from Nosy Ankao back to Diego Suarez for your return flight.
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Antananarivo
Fly back to Antananarivo for a final evening in the capital.
Fly back to Antananarivo for a final evening in the capital.
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Antananarivo - Departure
Transfer for your departure, ending your stay in this portion of paradise.
Transfer for your departure, ending your stay in this portion of paradise.
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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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10 days · Tailor-made
Portion of Paradise