West Tana Morondava
Duration : 12 days / 11 nights
Availability : May to October
Route : Antananarivo – Morondava
Highlights :
– Lake Tritriva and its mystical environment
– Three-day Tsiribihina River navigation by barge
– The Bemaraha National Park with its Tsingy UNESCO World Heritage Site
– The baobabs Alley
– Stay by the sea in Morondava
Day 1 – Antananarivo
Pick-up at Ivato Antananarivo airport and transfer to the hotel. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 2 : Antananarivo - Antsirabe (3h 45 - 171 km)
Departure towards the southern road, the RN7, Stop at Ambatolampy, which is located 73km away from Antananarivo, to discover the workshops of pots manufacturers and aluminum made kitchen utensils. Continuation of the itinerary while admiring the beautiful landscapes of the Highlands: sumptuous valleys, small villages, and rice paddies will not fail to fascinate you all along the way. Arrival in Antsirabe, the city of water and the first industrial center of the Big Island. It produces two of the most famous brands of beer in Madagascar. In the afternoon, visit of the city. Overnight at the hotel. Included: Breakfast and Dinner.
Day 3 : Antsirabe - Miandrivazo (220km - 4h)
In the morning, visit of the mythical Lake Tritriva, one of the most mysterious places in Madagascar, this ancient crater is a spot where strange phenomena occur and would be the burial site of two lovers who drowned there because their parents forbade their marriage. Later on, they reincarnated as intertwined branches with two neighboring trees emerging from a rock on the shore. In the afternoon, we will be heading towards Miandrivazo. Overnight at the hotel.
Included: Breakfast and Dinner.
Day 4 : Miandrivazo - Masiakampy (35 km of track - 2 hours) -Tsiribihina river navigation
Transfer to the river port of Masiakampy, then embarkation on a barge, start of an exceptional adventure on the Tsiribihina river. Relaxation along the water while contemplating the beauty of the wild nature, pure escapism in an authentic universe. Overnight in bivouac on the white sandbanks.
Included: Breakfast, Lunch on board and Dinner.
Day 5: Tsiribihina River navigation
Continuation of the navigation. Stop for a refreshing swim in a natural pool at the foot of a waterfall. Stop at the villages of Begidro for a meeting with the local population. We will be able to watch various species of fauna and flora during this second day of the descent such as lemurs, chameleons, herons, whistling ducks, baobabs and many others. Overnight in bivouac on the white sandbanks.
Included: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner.
Day 6 : Belo on Tsiribihina - Bekopaka (110km of track -4h)
Last day of navigation and disembarkation at Belo sur Tsiribihina around noon. Afternoon, departure for Bekopaka by 4x4. Ferry crossing of the Manambolo river. Overnight at the hotel. Included: Breakfast, Lunch on board and Dinner
Day 7 : Bekopaka
First day of a breathtaking experience, visit of the prestigious National Park of Bemaraha, divided into two distinct areas: the Small Tsingy and Great Tsingy. Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, it is one of the most emblematic sites in Madagascar. This unique masterpiece is not the fruit of the great artists of the Renaissance work, but the feat of the great architect of nature. Its sharp limestone peaks formed when the island of Madagascar and the African plate separated, about 150 million years ago. In this national park, biodiversity is very abundant, amongst which are 86% endemic flora species. In the morning, departure for a canoe trip in the gorge of the Manambolo river, caves visit, adventure in the Small Tsingy, and appreciation of a spectacular sight on the Manambolo from the belvederes. Overnight at the hotel.
Included: Breakfast, Picnic Lunch, and Dinner.
Day 8 : Bekopaka
Visit of the Great Tsingy of Bemaraha, situated 17km away from the hotel. Exploration of the outstanding canyons and caves that were the shelters of the vazimba who are the first inhabitants of Madagascar. Next, we will do a cliff climbing from the inside of the Tsingy. We will also have an unobstructed view of the reserve from a summit. Finally, there will be a "dizzying" crossing of a wooden suspension bridge. Overnight at the hotel. Included: Breakfast, Picnic Lunch, and Dinner.
Day 9 : Bekopaka - Morondava (220km of track - 8h)
Continuation of the journey towards Morondava. Crossing of the Manambolo river, then the Tsiribihina river. Stop at the mystical sacred Baobab and the Baobabs lovers, two idyllic trees which are naturally entwined. In the late afternoon, you will be lost in admiration of the sunset on the Avenue of the Baobabs, it is an opportunity not to be missed to take photos as a souvenir of this magical moment. Overnight at the hotel.
Included: Breakfast and Dinner.
Day 10 : Morondava Free stay.
Possibility of land or sea excursions. Overnight at the hotel. Included: Breakfast and Dinner.
Day 11 : Flight Morondava
Transfer to the airport and return flight to Antananarivo. Pick-up and transfer to the hotel. Overnight at the hotel. Included: Breakfast and Dinner.
Day 12 : Antananarivo - International flight
Visit of the Dike craft market. Drop-off at the airport for international flight.
Included: Breakfast.
Tour Location
Included :
- Reception at Ivato International Airport
- Accommodation in a double room in 2- or 3-star hotels
- Meals as indicated in the program
- Tourist vignettes and tourist taxes in hotels
-All airport / hotel transfers and vice versa as indicated in the program
- Transportation with a driver, except at Morondava (free stay)
- Fuel and driver's allowance
- Entrance and guiding fees during visits
Not included :
- International flights and the domestic flight Morondava-Antananarivo
-Travel insurance
- Visa fees (35 euros)
- Tips, drinks and personal expenses
- Services not mentioned in the program