8-Day Eastern Madagascar Wildlife Tour with Lemurs and Pangalanes

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Day 01

Arrival in Antananarivo

• Welcome and greeting services from our representatives.
• Transfer to the hotel.

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Day 02

Antananarivo to Andasibe Rainforest

• Embark on a journey to Andasibe, nestled in the heart of a rainforest, with a stop at Peyrieras Reserve, a private park home to a diverse collection of reptile species.
• Upon arrival in Andasibe, enjoy lunch at a suitable restaurant.
• Explore landscapes and panoramas while observing reptiles, lemurs, chameleons, butterflies, and frogs.

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Day 03

Analamazaotra National Park and Vakona Park

• Guided tour of Analamazaotra National Park with a 4-5 hour hike to see Madagascar's largest lemurs, including the famous Babakoto (Indri) and other species.
• Afternoon visit to Vakona Park (approximately 1.5 hours), including Lemur Island and Crocodile Park, where lemurs are very friendly.
• Lunch at a restaurant near the park.
• Observe hiking trails, wildlife, flora, rare birds, several species of orchids, lemurs, and crocodiles.

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Day 04

Andasibe to Palmarium via Pangalanes Canal

• Drive to Manambato and take a boat transfer via the Pangalanes Canal to Akanin'ny Nofy, also known as Palmarium or the Dream Nest, a unique location combining botanical gardens and lemurs.
• Lunch at a restaurant of your choice.
• Explore scenic landscapes and experience local people and culture.

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Day 05

Palmarium Reserve and Pangalanes Canal Excursion

• Visit Palmarium Reserve, a botanical and lemur park.
• Take a boat excursion along the Pangalanes Canal to the Indian Ocean.
• Evening return by boat to observe nocturnal lemurs at Akanin'ny Nofy.
• Picnic lunch included.
• Explore authentic fishing villages along the canal, enjoy scenic landscapes, and observe the local way of life and culture.
• Walk along white sand beaches; swimming is allowed.
• Night jungle walk to see Aye-aye lemurs.

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Day 06

Leisure Day in Palmarium

• Enjoy your hotel stay.
• Lunch at the hotel restaurant.
• Relax and experience local life with strolling, beach time, and leisure activities.

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Day 07

Palmarium to Andasibe with Night Walk

• Enjoy your time on the beach in the morning.
• After lunch, return by boat to Manambato and drive to Andasibe.
• Join a nighttime tour to observe nocturnal lemurs, with a focus on chameleons, which lose their camouflage abilities in the evening.
• Lunch at a local restaurant.
• Night jungle walk to see animals active after dark, especially chameleons.

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Day 08

Return to Antananarivo and Departure

• Return to Antananarivo.
• Lunch at a suitable restaurant.
• Souvenir shopping at Lisy Art Gallery.
• Transfer to Antananarivo Airport (TNR).
• Collect souvenirs.