Madagascar · Hiking

16-Day Madagascar Highlights Tour with Parks, Trekking and Ifaty

16 Days Round trip from Antananarivo Hard pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Trek and camp in Madagascar's scenic forests
  • 02 Visit a thermal spring, Tanana Ambony, and a wine factory
  • 03 Explore the stunning Andringitra and Isalo National Parks
  • 04 Admire the scenic Tsaranoro Valley

Sign up for this 16-day cultural tour around the mountain chain of the Ankaratra region and explore the highlights of Madagascar. Enjoy hiking, trekking, and camping in Madagascar's scenic forests, and visit a thermal spring, the Old Town of Tanana Ambony, and a wine factory. Explore the stunning Andringitra and Isalo National Parks, discover the scenic Tsaranoro Valley, and relax on the beaches of Ifaty.

Begin from Belambo at 650 m and continue up to 2658 m, the highest point accessible on the big island.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 16 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Hard
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Antananarivo, Antsirabe, Fianarantsoa, Toliara, Isalo National Park, Andringitra National Park, Ranohira, Ambalavao, Ambositra, Antoetra, Ifaty, Ambatolampy
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arrival in Antananarivo and Capital Visit

  • Receive assistance and a warm welcome at the airport.

  • Then, visit the capital.

Check in at the hotel.

2
Day 02

Drive to Antsirabe via Ambatolampy

  • After breakfast, proceed to Antsirabe.

  • On the way, visit the cooking pot maker in Ambatolampy.

  • After arriving in Antsirabe, enjoy the "Hot Water" thermal spring and the town.

Overnight at the hotel.

3
Day 03

Journey to Ambositra, Capital of Handicrafts

  • After breakfast, continue to Ambositra, the capital of handicrafts, known for marquetry and basketry made from wood, plants, and more.

4
Day 04

Hike to Antoetra and Meet Local Craftspeople

  • Hike to Antoetra to meet craftspeople.

  • Then, stop to discover Antoetra village, especially the lifestyle of the local people.

5
Day 05

Wildlife Hike in Antoetra

  • During this hike in Antoetra, we shall see many things, such as birds, insects, and reptiles.

Overnight at the camping site.

6
Day 06

Travel to Fianarantsoa and Explore the Old Town

  • After breakfast, proceed to Fianarantsoa, the gate to the South.

  • Then, visit the old town of Tanana Ambony and the wine factory (Lazan'ny Betsileo, Soavita).

Overnight at the hotel.

7
Day 07

Continue to Ambalavao and Visit Local Artisans

  • After breakfast, continue to Ambalavao, the second Zebu market on the island.

  • Then, visit the Antemoro paper maker at the Bougainville9e hotel and see the silk fabric.

Overnight at the hotel.

8
Day 08

Transfer to Andringitra National Park

  • After breakfast, proceed to Andringitra National Park. It takes about 47 km from Ambalavao to the east, then 60 km to National Road 7.

9
Day 09

Hike Through Andringitra National Park

  • Begin from Belambo at 650 m and continue up to 2658 m, the highest point accessible on the big island.

  • Hike through the arranged trails, waterfalls, and historic caves.

  • Walk on the rocks and steps to see lemurs catta (ringtail lemurs), chameleons, iguana, lizards, birds, insects, tonnes of endemic plants such as orchids, and other wildflowers. Also, see the rare palm trees in Konkona.

Overnight in the camp.

10
Day 10

Trek to Tsaranoro Valley

  • Continue trekking until you reach Tsaranoro Valley, best for climbing, paragliding, and base jumping.

  • Visit the village reserve (Tanamasoandro Local Association).

  • See lemurs catta (ringtail lemurs), chameleons, iguana, lizards, birds, insects, and tonnes of endemic plants.

Night at the hotel (Camp Catta).

11
Day 11

Drive from Tsaranoro Valley to Ranohira

  • After breakfast, proceed to Ranohira.

  • Pass through Ihosy, the capital of the Bara tribe (Zebu breeder).

  • Arrive in Ranohira and check in at the hotel.

12
Day 12

Hike in Isalo National Park

  • After breakfast, hike in Isalo National Park.

  • See lemurs sifaka (Propitheque verroux), lemurs catta (ringtail lemurs), chameleons, iguana, lizards, birds, insects, and tonnes of endemic plants.

Overnight in camp.

13
Day 13

Wildlife Watching in Isalo National Park

  • Indulge in wildlife watching.

Overnight in camp.

14
Day 14

Journey to Ifaty via Toliara

  • After breakfast, continue to Ifaty.

  • Pass through Toliara for a brief visit.

  • Arrive in Ifaty and check in at the hotel.

15
Day 15

Beach Time in Ifaty and Vezo Village Visit

  • Beach and swimming lovers in the Mozambique Ocean will have endless choices.

  • Then, visit the fishing village of "Vezo" and the lagoon.

Overnight at the hotel.

16
Day 16

End of Tour in Antananarivo

  • End of boarding and the tour.

Andringitra National Park trails, Tsaranoro Valley cliffs, Isalo National Park hikes, Ifaty beach and lagoon

Where this trip takes you

Andringitra National Park trails, Tsaranoro Valley cliffs, Isalo National Park hikes, Ifaty beach and lagoon

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Antananarivo 12 cities · 16 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Room

  • Full-board

  • Car (without gasoline)

  • Visits (National park tickets)

  • Communal taxes

What's Not Included

  • Gasoline

  • Drinks

  • Other extras

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Antananarivo, Madagascar
Tour start
Antananarivo, Madagascar
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 16 days finish where they began, in Antananarivo.

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