Itinerary

1. Day 1: Antananarivo – Morondava – Kirindy (Flight + Drive)

   • Transfer to Antananarivo Airport for a scheduled flight to Morondava (approx. 1h15min).

   • Upon arrival in Morondava, meet your guide at the airport holding a sign with your name.

   • Begin a 2h30min drive to Kirindy Forest, passing by the famous Baobab Avenue for photo stops and a short break.

   • Check in at Relais du Kirindy and rest.

   • At 04:00 PM, drive 10 minutes to visit majestic Baobab trees during sunset, served with cold drinks.

   • Before 06:00 PM, start a night walk in Kirindy Forest, a two-hour exploration of nocturnal wildlife including lemurs (sportive, fork-marked, grey and pygmy mouse lemurs), chameleons, geckos, snakes, and possibly the elusive fosa.

   • Return to the hotel for dinner and overnight.

   Overnight at Relais du Kirindy (B&B)

2. Day 2: Kirindy – Bekopaka (150 km – approx. 6 hours)

   • After breakfast, return to Kirindy Forest for a morning walk. Spot day-active species such as white sifakas, red-fronted brown lemurs, and several species of birds and reptiles.

   • Learn about medicinal plants and the ecological role of baobabs.

   • Begin the overland journey to Bekopaka, crossing two rivers by ferry and passing through small villages.

   • Stop for lunch at Mad’Zebu Restaurant in Belo-sur-Tsiribihina, one of the best dining spots in the region.

   • Continue to Bekopaka, arrive in the evening, check in, and have dinner.

   Overnight at Olympe de Bemaraha (B&B).

3. Day 3: Manambolo River Canoe Ride and Small Tsingy

   • After breakfast, drive to Manambolo River and enjoy a canoe ride through caves featuring stalactites, stalagmites, and nesting bats and birds.

   • View the Vazimba tombs, sacred to the Malagasy people.

   • Return to the hotel for lunch and relaxation.

   • In the afternoon, visit the Small Tsingy, home to over 100 species of birds, 11 species of lemurs, and rich biodiversity including reptiles and bats.

   • Climb to panoramic viewpoints for breathtaking views and await sunset over the Tsingy with cold drinks.

   • Optional short night walk near the hotel to spot sleeping chameleons and nocturnal lemurs.

   Overnight at Olympe de Bemaraha (B&B).

4. Day 4: Full-Day Exploration of Big Tsingy (17 km – 1h30min drive)

   • Early morning departure for a full-day excursion to the Big Tsingy de Bemaraha National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

   • Hike through limestone forests, caves, and across the famous suspension bridge.

   • Observe unique wildlife including lemurs (bamboo, sifaka, sportive), birds, reptiles, and endemic plants.

   • Walk through limestone canyons and caves filled with glittering calcite formations.

   • Pause at two main viewpoints to take in sweeping vistas and dramatic landscapes.

   • Have lunch in the park, then return to the hotel in the afternoon.

   Overnight at Olympe de Bemaraha (B&B)

5. Day 5: Bekopaka – Baobab Avenue – Morondava (214 km – approx. 8 hours)

   • Depart early after breakfast for the return drive to Morondava, crossing the two rivers by ferry again.

   • Enjoy lunch at Mad’Zebu Restaurant en route.

   • Visit the culturally significant Sacred Baobab and Baobab Lovers, learning their legends and importance to the Sakalava people.

   • Arrive at the Baobab Avenue for sunset, one of Madagascar's most iconic photographic scenes.

   • Enjoy baobab juice or ice cream, and take time for photography during golden hour.

   • Drive 45 minutes to your hotel in Morondava.

   Overnight at Vezo Beach or Similar (B&B).

6. Day 6: Morondava – Betania Fishing Village – Departure

   • Meet your guide at 08:00 AM and set out for a visit to Betania Fishing Village, home to the Vezo tribe.

   • Walk through the village and mangrove area, learning about the ecological and economic value of the ecosystem.

   • Interact with local fishermen and witness their way of life.

   • Enjoy traditional dance and music performed by villagers.

   • Return to the hotel.

   • Transfer to Morondava Airport for your flight back or extend your stay as desired.

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