May–Nov tends to favor movement and observation of fauna on this route, although sightings always depend on the behavior of the animals and local conditions.
MADAGASCAR · WILDLIFE + NATURE
MADAGASCAR — CLASSICS
Search for lemurs, baobabs and landscapes of Madagascar.
DURATION16 days
BEST TIMEMay–Nov
EXPERIENCEWildlife + Nature
COUNTRYMadagascar
THE JOURNEY
Route map
Antananarivo → Kirindy → Morondava → Avenue of Baobabs → Andasibe → Sainte Marie Island (Nosy Boraha)
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FEATURED
Key highlights
1Safaris in Antananarivo
2Wildlife in Kirindy
3Natural landscapes of Morondava
4Dawn safaris
5Large mammals and birds
6Sunset in the savannah
Search for lemurs, baobabs and landscapes of Madagascar. The combination of Antananarivo and Sainte Marie Island gives the itinerary an identity that does not depend on a single postcard.
SEASONALITY
When to go
A STARTING POINT
Suggested base itinerary
DAY 1
Arrival in Antananarivo
Arrival in Antananarivo, installation and first hours for wildlife and natural landscapes of Antananarivo.
DAY 2
Antananarivo in depth
Antananarivo gets a full day to observe fauna in a natural environment in Antananarivo. Sightings depend on the behavior of fauna, without transforming the experience into a promise of specific species.
DAY 3
Antananarivo → Kirindy
Departure from Antananarivo towards Kirindy, where upon arrival you can start observing fauna in a natural environment in Kirindy.
DAY 4
Kirindy — full day
More time in Kirindy, now with safaris and reading about the Kirindy ecosystem. Sightings depend on the behavior of fauna, without transforming the experience into a promise of specific species.
DAY 5
Kirindy — landscapes and culture
The day in Kirindy combines wildlife and natural landscapes of Kirindy. Sightings depend on the behavior of fauna, without transforming the experience into a promise of specific species.
DAY 6
Kirindy → Morondava
The journey leaves Kirindy and heads to Morondava, with the rest of the day focused on safaris and reading up on the Morondava ecosystem.
DAY 7
Morondava — landscapes and culture
The day in Morondava combines wildlife and natural landscapes of Morondava. Sightings depend on the behavior of fauna, without transforming the experience into a promise of specific species.
DAY 8
Morondava — selected experiences
The stay in Morondava continues with observation of fauna in a natural environment in Morondava. Sightings depend on the behavior of fauna, without transforming the experience into a promise of specific species.
DAY 9
Morondava → Avenida dos Baobás
The route between Morondava and Avenida dos Baobás changes the scene of the trip; Upon arrival, wildlife and natural landscapes of Avenida dos Baobás enter.
DAY 10
Avenida dos Baobás — selected experiences
The stay in Avenida dos Baobás continues with observation of fauna in a natural environment in Avenida dos Baobás. Sightings depend on the behavior of fauna, without transforming the experience into a promise of specific species.
DAY 11
Avenida dos Baobás — local experience
Day in Avenida dos Baobás for safaris and reading about the ecosystem of Avenida dos Baobás. Sightings depend on the behavior of fauna, without transforming the experience into a promise of specific species.
DAY 12
Avenida dos Baobás → Andasibe
From Avenida dos Baobás to Andasibe, the journey leads to a new stage, followed by observation of fauna in a natural environment in Andasibe.
DAY 13
Andasibe — local experience
Day in Andasibe for safaris and reading about the Andasibe ecosystem. Sightings depend on the behavior of fauna, without transforming the experience into a promise of specific species.
DAY 14
Andasibe in depth
Andasibe gets a full day for Andasibe's wildlife and natural landscapes. Sightings depend on the behavior of fauna, without transforming the experience into a promise of specific species.
DAY 15
Andasibe → Sainte Marie Island
Travel from Andasibe to Sainte Marie Island. After arrival, the day opens up space for safaris and reading about the Sainte Marie Island ecosystem.
DAY 16
Sainte Marie Island in depth
Sainte Marie Island gets a full day for wildlife and natural landscapes of Sainte Marie Island. Sightings depend on the behavior of fauna, without transforming the experience into a promise of specific species.
THE EXPERIENCE
The spirit of the journey
Wildlife observation in natural environments, with no guarantee of sightings. The sequence between Antananarivo and Sainte Marie Island gives concrete form to this proposal.
YOUR WAY
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