Madagascar· 17 days · Hiking & trekking
The Unknown Land of Makay
▲▲▲▲▲Challenging
This 17-day tour will lead you to the south of Madagascar by taking the famous national road number 7. Along the way, you will discover various endemic species of flora and fauna during the wide-ranging hikes offered by the national parks such as Ranomafana with its bamboo lemurs, Isalo with its multicolored massifs as well as its oases and its natural swimming pools. The Anja community reserve with its lemurs Cattas will be also on the schedule. Then, the unusual trekking in the splendid canyons of the still almost virgin massif of the protected park of Makay will promise you a great adventure and will amaze you by its unique biodiversity. Your stay will end with a well-deserved relaxation at the beautiful beach of Ifaty before returning to the capital, where you will discover the city of Antananarivo with its ancient architecture and the sacred hill of Ambohimanga which was the cradle of the Merina monarchy.
About this trip
A trip we'd happily do again next month
This 17-day tour will lead you to the south of Madagascar by taking the famous national road number 7. Along the way, you will discover various endemic species of flora and fauna during the wide-ranging hikes offered by the national parks such as Ranomafana with its bamboo lemurs, Isalo with its multicolored massifs as well as its oases and its natural swimming pools. The Anja community reserve with its lemurs Cattas will be also on the schedule. Then, the unusual trekking in the splendid canyons of the still almost virgin massif of the protected park of Makay will promise you a great adventure and will amaze you by its unique biodiversity. Your stay will end with a well-deserved relaxation at the beautiful beach of Ifaty before returning to the capital, where you will discover the city of Antananarivo with its ancient architecture and the sacred hill of Ambohimanga which was the cradle of the Merina monarchy.
This is one of our signature trekking 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 17-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 & National Road 7
Departure from the capital along the famous national road number 7 towards the south of Madagascar.
Departure from the capital along the famous national road number 7 towards the south of Madagascar.
- 04+
Ranomafana National Park
Wide-ranging hikes in Ranomafana national park to discover its bamboo lemurs and endemic flora and fauna.
Wide-ranging hikes in Ranomafana national park to discover its bamboo lemurs and endemic flora and fauna.
- 06+
Anja Community Reserve
Visit the Anja community reserve with its Catta lemurs.
Visit the Anja community reserve with its Catta lemurs.
- 09+
Isalo National Park
Discover the multicolored massif of Isalo with its oases and natural swimming pools.
Discover the multicolored massif of Isalo with its oases and natural swimming pools.
- 12+
Makay Massif
Unusual trekking in the splendid canyons of the still almost virgin Makay massif, a protected park of unique biodiversity and great adventure.
Unusual trekking in the splendid canyons of the still almost virgin Makay massif, a protected park of unique biodiversity and great adventure.
- 14+
Ifaty Beach
Well-deserved relaxation at the beautiful beach of Ifaty.
Well-deserved relaxation at the beautiful beach of Ifaty.
- 17+
Ambohimanga & Antananarivo
Return to the capital to discover the city of Antananarivo with its ancient architecture and the sacred hill of Ambohimanga, cradle of the Merina monarchy.
Return to the capital to discover the city of Antananarivo with its ancient architecture and the sacred hill of Ambohimanga, cradle of the Merina monarchy.
Like the look of it?
Tell us when you're thinking of coming — we'll send you a draft within 24 hours.
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
Request this trip
Tell us a little, we'll send you a draft
Roughly when, who's travelling and what kind of pace you like — that's all we need. We'll reply within 24 hours with a draft itinerary and a price. No payment until you're happy with the plan.
Or WhatsApp us directly: +261 32 40 607 07
17 days · Hiking & trekking
The Unknown Land of Makay