Madagascar· 14 days · Guided
The Wonder of the North
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Located in the north of Madagascar and discovered by the two Portuguese navigators Diego Diaz and Hernando Suarez in 1543, hence its name Diego Suarez is a colonial city full of history. With its natural bay that stretches over 156km, it is classified as the second largest bay in the world after Rio de Janeiro. In addition to that, relaxing on the beach and swimming in the emerald sea, the trip will also be rich in discovery. The rainforest of the Amber Mountain with its waterfalls, the lunar landscape of the red tsingy and the karst peaks of the Tsingy of Iharana promise you interesting visits. The island of Nosy Komba nestled in an exuberant vegetation will welcome you then with its beautiful beaches alternating with volcanic rocks and sea with turquoise waters.
About this trip
A trip we'd happily do again next month
Located in the north of Madagascar and discovered by the two Portuguese navigators Diego Diaz and Hernando Suarez in 1543, hence its name Diego Suarez is a colonial city full of history. With its natural bay that stretches over 156km, it is classified as the second largest bay in the world after Rio de Janeiro. In addition to that, relaxing on the beach and swimming in the emerald sea, the trip will also be rich in discovery. The rainforest of the Amber Mountain with its waterfalls, the lunar landscape of the red tsingy and the karst peaks of the Tsingy of Iharana promise you interesting visits. The island of Nosy Komba nestled in an exuberant vegetation will welcome you then with its beautiful beaches alternating with volcanic rocks and sea with turquoise waters.
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 14-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+
Arrival in Antananarivo
Arrival in Antananarivo and transfer to your accommodation.
Arrival in Antananarivo and transfer to your accommodation.
- 02+
Antananarivo – Diego Suarez
Fly to Diego Suarez, a colonial city full of history with its natural bay stretching over 156 km, the second largest bay in the world after Rio de Janeiro.
Fly to Diego Suarez, a colonial city full of history with its natural bay stretching over 156 km, the second largest bay in the world after Rio de Janeiro.
- 03+
The 3 bays of Diego Suarez
Discovery of the three magnificent bays of Diego Suarez and relaxation on the beach.
Discovery of the three magnificent bays of Diego Suarez and relaxation on the beach.
- 04+
The Emerald Sea
Boat trip and swimming on the Emerald Sea with its turquoise waters.
Boat trip and swimming on the Emerald Sea with its turquoise waters.
- 05+
Amber Mountain National Park
Hike in the national park of Amber Mountain, a rainforest with its beautiful waterfalls.
Hike in the national park of Amber Mountain, a rainforest with its beautiful waterfalls.
- 06+
Red Tsingy
Discovery of the Red Tsingy, a lateritic rock formation and true masterpiece of nature, in its lunar landscape.
Discovery of the Red Tsingy, a lateritic rock formation and true masterpiece of nature, in its lunar landscape.
- 07+
Tsingy of Iharana
Exploration of the impressive Tsingy of Iharana with its karst peaks.
Exploration of the impressive Tsingy of Iharana with its karst peaks.
- 08+
Iharana – Diego Suarez
Return journey across the northern landscapes towards Diego Suarez.
Return journey across the northern landscapes towards Diego Suarez.
- 09+
Diego Suarez – Nosy Be – Nosy Komba
Transfer to Nosy Be and by boat to the island of Nosy Komba, nestled in exuberant vegetation.
Transfer to Nosy Be and by boat to the island of Nosy Komba, nestled in exuberant vegetation.
- 10+
Nosy Komba
Relaxation at the idyllic beach of Nosy Komba, between volcanic rocks and turquoise sea.
Relaxation at the idyllic beach of Nosy Komba, between volcanic rocks and turquoise sea.
- 11+
Relaxation in Nosy Komba
Free day on the beautiful beaches of Nosy Komba alternating with volcanic rocks.
Free day on the beautiful beaches of Nosy Komba alternating with volcanic rocks.
- 12+
Nosy Komba – Antananarivo
Return flight to Antananarivo and transfer to your accommodation.
Return flight to Antananarivo and transfer to your accommodation.
- 13+
Antananarivo & Ambohimanga
Discovery of the city of Antananarivo and of Ambohimanga, cradle of the Merina monarchy classified as world heritage by UNESCO.
Discovery of the city of Antananarivo and of Ambohimanga, cradle of the Merina monarchy classified as world heritage by UNESCO.
- 14+
Departure
Transfer to the airport for your departure flight.
Transfer to the airport for your departure flight.
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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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14 days · Guided
The Wonder of the North