Itinerary

1. Day 1: Arrival in Antananarivo

   • Arrive at the international airport of Antananarivo
   • Meet and greet assistance upon arrival
   • Complete airport formalities including currency exchange
   • Transfer to your hotel for rest and relaxation
   • Prepare for the journey ahead

   Overnight at your hotel on bed and breakfast basis

   Transportation: Comfort minibus
   Accommodation: San Cristobal or similar

2. Day 2: Antananarivo to Antsirabe

   • Depart after breakfast for a scenic drive south towards Antsirabe
   • Travel through rolling highlands and terraced rice fields
   • Stop in Ambatolampy to visit a traditional aluminium pot workshop
   • Continue the approximately seven hour journey through picturesque countryside
   • Explore Antsirabe, known for its colourful pousse pousses and colonial era architecture
   • Visit local craft shops in this important industrial centre
   • Enjoy the town’s cool and pleasant climate

   Overnight at your hotel on bed and breakfast basis

   Transportation: Comfort minibus
   Accommodation: Vatola Hotel or similar

3. Day 3: Antsirabe Bike Tour

   • Enjoy a full day cycling adventure through the highlands around Antsirabe
   • Ride to the volcanic Lake Tritriva and walk around its dramatic cliffs
   • Learn about the local legend of the star crossed lovers commemorated by a symbolic rock formation
   • Cycle across sloping landscapes and gravel tracks with panoramic countryside views
   • Observe rural life and unique local modes of transport along the route
   • Continue for approximately ten kilometres to the peaceful Lake Andraikiba
   • Relax by the lake before returning to the hotel

   Overnight at your hotel on bed and breakfast basis

   Transportation: Bicycle with vehicle support if required
   Accommodation: Vatola Hotel or similar

4. Day 4: Antsirabe to Fianarantsoa

   • Depart after breakfast towards the mid south of Madagascar

   • Drive through scenic highlands with terraced rice fields

   • Pause en route to interact with local communities and observe daily life

   • Stop in Ambositra, renowned as the capital of woodcarving

   • Visit artisan workshops and local markets for handcrafted souvenirs

   • Continue to Fianarantsoa, set amidst lush mountains in the Haute Matsiatra region

   • Explore the historic upper town and learn about its heritage

   Overnight at your hotel on bed and breakfast basis

   Transportation: Comfort minibus
   Accommodation: La Riziere

5. Day 5: Fianarantsoa to Tsaranoro Valley

   • Travel south along National Road 7 towards Ambalavao

   • Visit a local workshop to observe traditional craftsmanship

   • Explore Anja Community Reserve, home to ring tailed lemurs

   • Learn about the community led conservation efforts protecting local wildlife

   • Enjoy close encounters and excellent photographic opportunities with lemurs

   • Continue to the scenic Tsaranoro Valley after lunch

   Overnight at your hotel on bed and breakfast basis

   Transportation: Comfort minibus
   Accommodation: Camp Catta or similar

6. Day 6: Mont Caméléon Hike

   • Explore the dramatic landscapes of Tsaranoro Valley, dominated by an impressive 800 metre cliff

   • Set out on a guided hike towards the famous Chameleon Peak

   • Trek through varied terrain and sections of lush vegetation

   • Climb to the summit at approximately 1,540 metres with a 600 metre elevation gain

   • Enjoy panoramic views across the valley from the top

   • Descend back to the lodge after a 5 to 6 hour round hike

   Overnight at your hotel on bed and breakfast basis

   Transportation: On foot
   Accommodation: Camp Catta or similar

7. Day 7: Tsaranoro Valley – Ranohira

   • Depart after breakfast and continue south along National Road 7

   • Enjoy scenic landscapes along the journey

   • Arrive in Ranohira, gateway to Isalo National Park

   • Check in and relax at your lodge

   Overnight at your hotel on bed and breakfast basis

   Transportation: Comfort minibus
   Accommodation: Jardin du Roy or similar

8. Day 8: Isalo National Park

   • Discover the spectacular landscapes of Isalo National Park

   • Trek through dramatic canyons and sandstone formations

   • Swim in natural pools and admire hidden waterfalls

   • Spot ring tailed lemurs, brown lemurs and sifaka in their natural habitat

   • Observe endemic bird species including the Madagascar wagtail and Benson’s rock thrush

   • Return to your lodge after the excursion

   • Overnight at your hotel on bed and breakfast basis

   Transportation: Comfort minibus
   Accommodation: Jardin du Roy or similar

9. Day 9: Ranohira – Ilakaka – Ifaty

   • Depart after breakfast and continue south
   • Stop in Ilakaka, renowned for its sapphire mining industry
   • Learn about local mining activities and gemstone trade
   • Continue the journey with a picnic lunch en route
   • Arrive at Ifaty, known for its beautiful lagoon and coastal scenery
   • Relax upon arrival at your seaside lodge

   Overnight at your hotel on bed and breakfast basis

   Transportation: Comfort minibus
   Accommodation: Bamboo Club or similar

10. Day 10: Ifaty Leisure Day

    • Enjoy a relaxing day in Ifaty

    • Spend free time at your own pace along the lagoon

    • Choose from optional nautical activities such as snorkelling or boat excursions

    • Unwind by the beach or at your hotel

    • Overnight at your hotel on bed and breakfast basis

    Transportation: At leisure
    Accommodation: Bamboo Club or similar

11. Day 11: Ifaty – Reniala Spiny Forest

    • Visit the renowned Reniala Spiny Forest near Ifaty
    • Explore the unique spiny forest ecosystem dominated by impressive baobab trees
    • Learn about endemic flora and fauna found only in southern Madagascar
    • Enjoy your final day by the sea before returning to the capital
    • Relax at your coastal lodge

    Overnight at your hotel on bed and breakfast basis

    Transportation: Comfort minibus and speedboat
    Accommodation: Bamboo Club or similar

12. Day 12: Ifaty – Tulear – Antananarivo

    • Transfer to Tulear Airport for your domestic flight to Antananarivo

    • Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel

    • Check in and relax once rooms are ready

    • Enjoy free time at leisure

    • Overnight at your hotel on bed and breakfast basis

    Transportation: Comfort minibus and domestic flight
    Accommodation: Chat’o Park Hotel or similar

13. Day 13: Antananarivo City Tour

    • Enjoy a guided city tour of Antananarivo

    • Visit the historic Ambohimanga, the former royal palace and UNESCO listed site

    • Discover cultural landmarks and panoramic viewpoints across the capital

    • Browse local markets for handcrafted souvenirs, woodcarvings, vanilla and spices

    • Return to your hotel for relaxation

    • Overnight at your hotel on bed and breakfast basis

    Transportation: Comfort minibus
    Accommodation: Chat’o Park Hotel

14. Day 14: Departure

    • Transfer to Airport of Tana for your International Flight. 
    • End of our services.