MADAGASCAR
Travel Buddies always try to find new adventures for you, We explored Iceland, the Amazon forest and even Antarctica and we were searching for our next destination so we point down to this country named Madagascar.
This is not any other road trip, it is a Madagascar road trip, you will find yourself around adventure, the most challenging situations and mind-blowing landscaping in the world. Don’t expect fancy hotels and spas during the trip, sometimes we will sleep in tents also, so if you wanna live life in Madagascar way then only join this trip.
The island nation of Madagascar has developed its own distinct ecosystems and extraordinary wildlife since it split from the African continent an estimated 160 million years ago. Approximately 95 per cent of Madagascar’s reptiles, 89 per cent of its plant life, and 92 per cent of its mammals exist nowhere else on Earth.
Located off the east coast of Africa, Madagascar is the world’s fifth largest island; at 144 million acres, it’s almost the size of Texas. Madagascar’s climate is tropical along the coast, temperate inland, and arid in the south. The island harbours lush rainforests, tropical dry forests, plateaus and deserts. Its over 3,000 miles of coastline and over 250 islands are home to some of the world’s largest coral reef systems and the most extensive mangrove areas in the Western Indian Ocean.
Why I Should Do This Trip:
I love extreme conditions, I am ok being stuck somewhere in the middle of nowhere and still enjoy it.
I am ok if we are in a deep forest and sleeping in tents.
I am looking for adventure and not a luxury.
I am ok seeing the car tyre is getting changed, I can read a book or watch Netflix(offline)…lol
I am ok with no network and being in nature for days without social media.
but if you love luxury then maybe this trip is not for you otherwise throw your money on my face and hop on for the biggest adventure of your life in Madagascar.
Itinerary
DAY 1 – ARRIVE AT ANTANANARIVO
DAY 2 – ANDASIBE
DAY 3 – ANDASIBE – MANTADIA – ANDASIBE
DAY 4 – MAHAMBO
DAY 5 – MANOMPANA
DAY 6 – MANANARA NORD
DAY 8 & 9 – RANTABE
DAY 10 – DOMESTIC FLIGHT TO ANTANANARIVO
Morning:
- Start your day early with a visit to Rova, also known as the Queen’s Palace. This historic site features traditional Malagasy architecture and offers stunning views of the city.
- Head to the nearby Ambohimanga Rova, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that is one of Madagascar’s most important cultural landmarks. This fortified royal city is surrounded by lush forest and features impressive stone structures and tombs.
- Next, visit the Analakely Market, one of the largest and most vibrant markets in Antananarivo. Here you’ll find a variety of goods, including fresh produce, textiles, crafts, and souvenirs.
Afternoon:
- For lunch, head to La Varangue, a popular restaurant that offers delicious Malagasy and French cuisine in a charming atmosphere.
- After lunch, visit the Tsimbazaza Zoo to see a variety of animals, including lemurs, crocodiles, and exotic birds. The zoo also features a botanical garden and a museum with exhibits on Madagascar’s flora and fauna.
- End your day with a relaxing stroll through the Pochard Market, a bustling open-air market that offers a variety of local products, such as textiles, crafts, and spices.
Evening:
- For dinner, head to Le 3 Poivres, a trendy restaurant that offers a variety of international dishes and a cosy atmosphere.
- After dinner, enjoy a nightcap at Le Glacier Analakely, a popular ice cream parlor that offers a variety of delicious flavours.
- Andasibe-Mantadia National Park: This large protected area is home to a variety of lemurs, including the Indri, the largest lemur species. The park also features stunning waterfalls, lush rainforests, and a variety of other wildlife, such as reptiles and birds.
- Lemurs’ Park: This privately-owned reserve is located near Antananarivo and offers visitors the opportunity to see a variety of lemur species up close.
- Andasibe Village: Take a stroll through the nearby village of Andasibe to experience the local culture and way of life. You can also visit the local market to see the variety of fruits, vegetables, and handicrafts sold by local vendors.
- Pyereras Butterfly Farm: This farm is home to a variety of butterflies, moths, and other insects, and offers guided tours and educational exhibits.
Stay in Andasibe
- Start your day early and drive to the entrance of Mantadia National Park. The drive takes approximately 2 hours.
- Once you arrive at the park, meet with your guide and begin your trek through the rainforest. The park is known for its wide range of lemurs, including the diademed sifaka, black-and-white ruffed lemurs, and the indri, the largest species of lemur.
- As you hike through the rainforest, you’ll also see a variety of flora and fauna, such as chameleons, birds, and colourful butterflies.
- Take a break and enjoy a picnic lunch in a scenic spot in the park.
- Afternoon:
- Continue your trek through the rainforest and explore more of the park’s diverse ecosystems. You can visit the park’s many waterfalls, such as the stunning Rianasoa Waterfall.
- Return to the park entrance in the late afternoon, and take some time to rest and relax before dinner.
Evening:
- For dinner, head to a local restaurant or your accommodation for a meal of delicious Malagasy cuisine.
- After dinner, take a night walk in the forest to see some of the park’s nocturnal wildlife, such as mouse lemurs and various species of frogs.
- Wake up early and take a boat tour to the nearby Nosy Mangabe island. The island is a protected nature reserve and is home to several species of lemurs, reptiles, and birds.
- After your tour of Nosy Mangabe, return to Mahambo for lunch and spend the afternoon exploring the town. You can rent a bike or take a walk to see more of the surrounding area.
- explorE the beautiful beaches, coral reefs, and wildlife on Antanambe Island.
- Go snorkelling or scuba diving to see the colourful marine life and coral reefs.
- Take a guided tour to see the native lemurs and other unique wildlife on the island.
- Relax on the beach, swim in the crystal-clear waters, and enjoy the beautiful scenery.
- Arrive in Mananara Nord and check into your accommodation.
- take a guided hike to the nearby Antakarana waterfall. The waterfall is located in the lush rainforest and is a great place for swimming and birdwatching.
- Spend the afternoon exploring the town and its surroundings. You can visit the local market to purchase fresh produce and crafts made by local artisans.
- In the evening, enjoy a dinner of traditional Malagasy cuisine at a local restaurant or cook your own meal with ingredients purchased at the market.
- Take a guided boat tour to the nearby coral reefs. The reefs are home to a variety of colourful fish, sea turtles, and other marine life.
- After your tour, return to Ranabe for lunch and spend the afternoon relaxing on the beach or exploring the village.
- Take a guided boat tour to the nearby fishing villages. You can learn about the local fishing traditions and see how the locals live and work.
- Take a boat ride to Nosy Mangabe, a small island off the coast of Maroantsetra.
- Spend the next two days exploring the island’s rainforest, beaches, and diverse wildlife.
- Look for rare birds, reptiles, and primates that inhabit the island.
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Else 120000 INR per person
Includes:
Stay for 10D/9N in double occupancy hotels
Breakfast (9) Arranged
Airport to Hostel transfer
Travel in a private vehicle (as per itinerary, Nissan Double Cab)
Self-drive Nissan Double Cab for 7 days with rent, fuel and other taxes
One Local Driver with us on the trip (all costs included)
Electric Fridge fitted in the Car
2 Rooftop tents
Pisteur to navigate in deep forest
Excludes:
Airfare
Visa (we have an agent who can help you)
Dinner/Lunch
Personal Expense
Activity/Entry charges
Travel Insurance
International Requirements;
Do consult your visa agent for proper visa and flight tickets and other requirements before booking the trip.
PS: ANIMAL SIGHTSEEING IS NOT GUARANTEED, AS NATURE WORKS ON ITS OWN.
Cancellation Terms
- Booking fee(Non-refundable) : INR 30,000/- (Inc. in total trip cost)
- Minimum 50% payment to be completed 60 days prior to departure
- The remaining payments to be completed 30 days prior to departure
Q. Is travelling during a pandemic is easy?
The pandemic is not allowing us to travel the way we were travelling in past and the future is not clear so you should be prepared for a sudden change in the plans without intimation. Things can change overnight and even countries can go under lockdown and in these situations, none can do anything. So if you are travelling with us then be prepared to take this kind of risk and then only finalise your plans.TBT will not be responsible for any such event and no refunds will be made, all the costs will be borne by the member who is joining us.
Q. Trip requirements?
A vaccine (both shots) certificate will be required and the trip will be based on the current guidelines of the EU for Indian travellers. If your 2nd dose is 9 months old then you must provide a booster dose certificate also.
Q.Which visa is needed for this trip?
Q. Will, you help me to apply for a visa?
Ans: Although visas & flights do not come under our preview and you can contact your own agent but if you want then we will make you meet a visa expert agent, who will surely help you with the visa process. We will not be responsible for visas and flights or agents.
Q. Refund Policy
Ans: No refund 30 days before the trip. No reasons will be considered. Book after planning properly.
Q.I want to see your last trip pics.
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Q. Can I drive it?
Ans: Yes you can drive if you have a valid Indian driving license and you can pay for the additional driver fee.
Q. Why this trip is less costly because all the trips to Iceland are starting from 1.5 lac?
Ans. We believe in passing the benefits to members also, as we are a group of passionate traveller who is running this company and not a business-oriented company.
Q. How will I meet the group if I come?
Ans: We will add you to our WhatsApp group for further communication and if you are coming alone then we will arrange an airport pickup for you by public transport.
Q.Do you have any referral discounts?
Ans: Yes, if someone joins us because of you or with you then you will get a discount of 2500 rupees.
Q.Any discount for a group?
Ans: Yes, if you are more than 2 then you will get a group discount of 3000 Rupees per head.
Q.Where can I see the T&C of the trips?
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How to Contact us?
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