Madagascar· 9 days · Guided
The Rural Landscapes of the Highlands
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This tour focuses more on exploring Malagasy nature as well as discovering rural areas with its originality. During the tour, you will have the opportunity to meet with the legend, babakoto, the biggest lemurs on earth in Andasibe. Then, you will participate in the activities of the local inhabitants for economic growth such as rice and vegetable plantation. Apart from that, you will visit the social action center where you can volunteer and give hands to vulnerable people. Afterwards, you will visit the rural village of Ampefy which is a very popular vacation spot for Malagasy people. You will discover the Lily waterfall and the Geysers there. Finally, you will return to the capital for a guided tour of the city and visit the sacred hill of Ambohimanga which was the cradle of the Merina monarchy classified as World Heritage by UNESCO.
About this trip
A trip we'd happily do again next month
This tour focuses more on exploring Malagasy nature as well as discovering rural areas with its originality. During the tour, you will have the opportunity to meet with the legend, babakoto, the biggest lemurs on earth in Andasibe. Then, you will participate in the activities of the local inhabitants for economic growth such as rice and vegetable plantation. Apart from that, you will visit the social action center where you can volunteer and give hands to vulnerable people. Afterwards, you will visit the rural village of Ampefy which is a very popular vacation spot for Malagasy people. You will discover the Lily waterfall and the Geysers there. Finally, you will return to the capital for a guided tour of the city and visit the sacred hill of Ambohimanga which was the cradle of the Merina monarchy classified as World Heritage 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 9-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
Explore the endemic flora and fauna of Andasibe and meet the babakoto, the Indri Indri, the biggest lemurs on earth.
Explore the endemic flora and fauna of Andasibe and meet the babakoto, the Indri Indri, the biggest lemurs on earth.
- 04+
Andasibe — Lemur Island
Visit a private lemur island and take a tour of the V.O.I.M.M.A. park around Andasibe.
Visit a private lemur island and take a tour of the V.O.I.M.M.A. park around Andasibe.
- 05+
Local Activities
Participate in the activities of the local inhabitants, such as rice and vegetable plantation, for economic growth.
Participate in the activities of the local inhabitants, such as rice and vegetable plantation, for economic growth.
- 06+
Social Action Center
Visit the social action center where you can volunteer and give a hand to vulnerable people.
Visit the social action center where you can volunteer and give a hand to vulnerable people.
- 07+
Ampefy
Visit the rural village of Ampefy, a very popular vacation spot for Malagasy people.
Visit the rural village of Ampefy, a very popular vacation spot for Malagasy people.
- 08+
Ampefy — Lily Waterfall & Geysers
Discover the Lily waterfall and the Geysers in the Ampefy volcanic region.
Discover the Lily waterfall and the Geysers in the Ampefy volcanic region.
- 09+
Antananarivo & Ambohimanga
Return to the capital for a guided city tour and visit the sacred hill of Ambohimanga, cradle of the Merina monarchy, classified as World Heritage by UNESCO.
Return to the capital for a guided city tour and visit the sacred hill of Ambohimanga, cradle of the Merina monarchy, classified as World Heritage by UNESCO.
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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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9 days · Guided
The Rural Landscapes of the Highlands