13-Day Madagascar Wildlife and Beach Tour with Baobabs and Nosy Be

You've been looking forward to this exciting moment when your safari starts, and so have we. We'll explain everything you need to know to get going and answer any questions you may have. Once all of that is done, all that's left is to go out and enjoy this journey of a lifetime together.

Antananarivo is a city of many facets. Sprawling attractively across the wooded ridges and swampy valleys of the island's central highlands, this agreeable city has effectively served as the Malagasy capital since it was captured by King Andrianjaka of Imerina in the early 17th century. Today, Antananarivo, or Tana for short, hosts a wealth of historic buildings, complemented by buzzing local markets, several attractive parks and green spaces, and a lively cultural mix of indigenous, French, and other influences.

• Accommodation: San Cristobal Boutique Hotel (Hotel | Luxury)
• Meal Plan: Breakfast
• Activity: Airport pick-up, Antananarivo
• Transfer: Upon arrival at Antananarivo Ivato International Airport, you can expect a warm welcome from the representative of Friendly Tour Guide. You will see the driver-guide holding a sign with your name and the company logo. Rest assured, our experienced guide is here to assist you throughout the rest of the arrival process. Once you have gathered your belongings, we will drive you from the airport to your hotel, ensuring a smooth and hassle-free journey.
• Sunday, June 28, 2026

Antananarivo, the vibrant capital of Madagascar, is a fascinating blend of history, culture, and modern Malagasy life. Built across a series of hills, the city offers panoramic views, colorful markets, historic architecture, and lively neighborhoods. Visitors can explore the royal heritage of the former Merina Kingdom, discover local crafts and cuisine, and experience the unique atmosphere of Madagascar's largest city. As the gateway to the island's diverse landscapes and wildlife, Antananarivo provides an authentic introduction to Malagasy culture and traditions.

• Accommodation: San Cristobal Boutique Hotel (Hotel | Luxury)
• Meal Plan: Breakfast
• Activity: All day - We'll help you get to know Antananarivo in the best way possible by embarking on our sightseeing activity.
• Activity: After breakfast, you will be met by your driver-guide and proceed directly to Lemurs' Park (approximately 25 km from the city), where you will observe several lemur species in a semi-natural environment.
• Activity: After the visit, return to Antananarivo for a panoramic viewpoint over the city, followed by a guided visit to the Queen's Palace (Rova of Antananarivo), one of the country's most significant historical landmarks.
• Lunch: Around 1:00 PM - at a local restaurant in the city.
• Transfer: After lunch, transfer back to your hotel, with an optional short stop at Analakely Market, depending on time and interest.
• Monday, June 29, 2026

The remote and sleepy port of Morondava is one of the larger towns set along Madagascar's tropical west coast. Best known as the gateway to scenic and wildlife destinations further afield, it is also an attractive place in its own right, thanks to its memorable location between a sandy Indian Ocean beach and the forest-fringed mouth of the Morondava River.

• Accommodation: Laguna Beach (Bungalow)
• Meal Plan: Breakfast
• Activity: Morning - This morning we will take you to the airport.
• Flight details:
  • Depart: 10:20 am
  • Final check-in time: 09:20 am
  • Arrival time: 11:30
• Transfer: Pick-up from your hotel in Antananarivo and transfer to the airport for your morning domestic flight to Morondava.
• Flight: The flight takes approximately 1h15 to 1h30, offering a quick and comfortable way to reach Madagascar's west coast while avoiding long road travel.
• Transfer: Upon arrival in Morondava, you will be met by your driver-guide and transferred to your hotel for check-in and a short rest.
• Activity: Late afternoon - Depart for the legendary Avenue of the Baobabs, including the iconic Baobab in Love and the surrounding majestic trees.
• Activity: Enjoy a breathtaking sunset over the baobabs, one of the most magical experiences in Madagascar.
• Tuesday, June 30, 2026

There's plenty of wildlife at Kirindy Forest. Nocturnal species often seen in this private reserve include the fossa, Madagascar's largest carnivore, Madame Berthe's mouse lemur, the world's smallest primate, and the Malagasy giant jumping rat. By day, you can expect to encounter a good variety of lemurs, including the iconic Verreaux's sifaka, as well as birds associated with dry forests.

• Accommodation: Laguna Beach (Bungalow)
• Meal Plan: Breakfast
• Activity: Today you visit Kirindy Forest.
• Drive: After a delightful breakfast, drive directly to Kirindy Forest for a 3-hour drive.
• Activity: Arriving in the forest, we make a guided visit to admire the fauna and flora typical of the reserve.
• Activity: Then return to your hotel to relax.
• Wednesday, July 1, 2026

Lake Mantasoa is a peaceful and scenic destination nestled in Madagascar's central highlands, approximately 60 km east of Antananarivo. Surrounded by rolling hills, pine forests, and picturesque countryside, the lake offers a tranquil setting ideal for relaxation and nature appreciation. Visitors can enjoy beautiful landscapes, boat excursions, horseback riding, and cultural discoveries in the surrounding villages. Rich in history and natural beauty, Lake Mantasoa provides a refreshing escape from the bustle of the capital and a glimpse into the charm of Madagascar's highland region.

• Accommodation: Mantasoa Lodge (Bungalow | Mid-Range)
• Meal Plan: Breakfast
• Activity: Airport pick-up
• Flight details:
  • Depart: 15:50 pm
  • Final check-in time: 14:50 pm
  • Arrival time: 16:55
• Activity: Drive, Lake Mantasoa
• Transfer: After breakfast in Morondava, you will be transferred to the airport for your return flight to Antananarivo.
• Transfer: Upon arrival in Antananarivo, you will be met by your guide and driver and then proceed by road to Mantasoa for a relaxing stay surrounded by nature and fresh highland scenery.
• Thursday, July 2, 2026

Andasibe-Mantadia National Park is possibly our favorite wildlife-viewing destination anywhere in Madagascar, and we think you'll love it too. This accessible park is the last major stronghold for the critically endangered indri, a large stumpy-tailed lemur notable for its panda-like coat and eerie far-carrying call. Other lemurs are plentiful here, along with a varied selection of forest birds, chameleons, and colorful frogs.

• Accommodation: Andasibe Cyperus Hotel (Hotel | Mid-Range)
• Meal Plan: Breakfast
• Activity: Morning - This morning you'll be visiting Lake Mantasoa.
• Activity: Afternoon - Drive, Andasibe-Mantadia National Park
• Activity: Evening - Evening visit, Andasibe-Mantadia National Park
• Activity: Today, you will explore Mantasoa, a peaceful lakeside destination known for its natural beauty and historical significance.
• Activity: You will enjoy a boat excursion to Nosy Soa Park, a protected natural area recognized for its rich biodiversity and tranquil environment.
• Lunch: After the visit, you will enjoy lunch by the lake, either as a picnic or a local meal in a relaxing atmosphere.
• Drive: In the afternoon, continue your journey with a scenic drive to Andasibe.
• Hotel: Upon arrival, you will check in at your hotel.
• Activity: At 6:30 PM - Our team will pick you up again for a guided night walk in the community reserve.
• Please remember to bring a raincoat, mosquito repellent, and a flashlight.
• Friday, July 3, 2026

The park is home to a high diversity of lemurs, including the iconic Indri indri, diademed sifaka, brown lemurs, and bamboo lemurs, while birdwatchers can spot endemic species such as the Madagascar blue pigeon, vangas, and paradise flycatchers. Its dense, humid rainforest, with towering trees, moss-covered trunks, and rare orchids and ferns, provides an authentic tropical experience. Visitors can enjoy night walks to encounter nocturnal species like mouse lemurs, chameleons, and frogs. The park is divided into two distinct areas: Andasibe (Analamazaotra), which is easily accessible and famous for indri calls, and Mantadia, which offers rugged trails and untouched wilderness.

• Accommodation: Andasibe Cyperus Hotel (Hotel | Mid-Range)
• Meal Plan: Breakfast
• Activity: Morning - You will visit Analamazaotra National Park this morning.
• Activity: Visit, Vakona Reserve
• Activity: Today, you are going to visit Analamazaotra Reserve to discover lemurs in the wild, varied orchids with over a hundred inventoried species that bloom in the forest, and the indri-indri, whose voice illustrates the beautiful mornings.
• Hike: This hike will take you about 4 hours with a local guide who knows the area very well.
• Activity: You'll get back after the visit to have lunch and drive to Vakona Private Reserve.
• Activity: After the visit, you'll go back to your hotel, take a rest, and be ready for the evening walk.
• Saturday, July 4, 2026

We return to Antananarivo.

• Accommodation: San Cristobal Boutique Hotel (Hotel | Luxury)
• Meal Plan: Breakfast
• Activity: Morning - Drive, Antananarivo
• Drive: Departure from Andasibe in the morning for a scenic drive back to Antananarivo.
• Transfer: Upon arrival in Antananarivo, you will be transferred to your hotel to relax.
• Sunday, July 5, 2026

Nosy Be offers everything you could hope for in an Indian Ocean beach destination. Situated a short distance off the Malagasy mainland, this volcanically formed island is lined with gorgeous palm-shaded tropical beaches. Inland, you'll find picturesque crater lakes, traditional Sakalava villages, aromatic ylang-ylang plantations, and tangled rainforests inhabited by lovable lemurs. Offshore, the calm waters are hemmed in by coral reefs alive with all manner of marine creatures. What's more, this enviable diversity is complemented by a superb selection of resorts and restaurants catering to all tastes and budgets.

• Accommodation: Maison Ylang Dive Center Hotel (Hotel | Mid-Range)
• Meal Plan: Breakfast
• Activity: Flight to Nosy Be
• Flight: Depart: 10:55; Arrival time: 12:40
• Transfer: Pick-up from your hotel in Antananarivo and transfer to the airport for your domestic flight to Nosy Be.
• Transfer: Upon arrival in Nosy Be, you will be met and transferred directly to your hotel.
• Leisure: The rest of the day will be at your leisure, allowing you to relax or enjoy optional activities such as beach time, sunbathing, or swimming in the ocean.
• Monday, July 6, 2026

Returning to Nosy Be, you'll find it's just as beautiful as when you last left.

• Accommodation: Maison Ylang Dive Center Hotel (Hotel | Mid-Range)
• Meal Plan: Breakfast
• Activity: Evening - Sunset, Mont Passot
• Activity: On a visit to Lemuria Land, you'll see various types of lemur in zoo-like confinement.
• Activity: In the morning, explore Nosy Be town with visits to Lemuria Land to see and feed lemurs, discover local reptiles and tropical plants, including vanilla plantations and spice gardens, tour a ylang-ylang factory to learn about essential oil production, and finish with a stop at the open market for local souvenirs.
• Activity: After the visit, you will continue to Mont Passot, where you will experience a breathtaking sunset overlooking the lakes and the stunning scenery of Nosy Be.
• Tuesday, July 7, 2026

Welcome to paradise. We're not kidding: the island of Nosy Iranja is truly the stuff of Indian Ocean beach escape fantasies. Comprising two small forested islets linked by a narrow sandbar, it is barely 3 km/1.9 mi long in total, but the white palm-shaded beaches are absolutely idyllic. Green turtles and other marine wildlife are often seen in the surrounding turquoise shallows.

• Accommodation: Maison Ylang Dive Center Hotel (Hotel | Mid-Range)
• Meal Plan: Breakfast
• Activity: After today's boat trip to this remote island paradise, we're sure you'll agree.
• Transfer: After breakfast, you will embark on a scenic boat transfer to Nosy Iranja, one of Madagascar's most beautiful tropical islands.
• Activity: You will enjoy snorkeling in the crystal-clear waters, swimming, sunbathing on the white sandy beaches, and walking across the spectacular 2 km sandbank that connects the two islands at low tide.
• Lunch: A delicious lunch will be served on the beach, allowing you to fully enjoy the peaceful island atmosphere.
• Transfer: In the afternoon, you will be transferred back by boat to Nosy Be, arriving in time to relax and enjoy the rest of your day at leisure.
• Wednesday, July 8, 2026

We return to Antananarivo, the island's characterful upcountry capital, to enjoy another taste of its rich cultural mix of traditional Malagasy charm and modern urbanity.

• Accommodation: Radisson Hotel Tamboho Waterfront Antananarivo (Hotel | Luxury)
• Meal Plan: Breakfast
• Activity: Morning - A short boat trip takes you to Nosy Sakatia, a prominent green islet off the west shore of Nosy Be.
• Activity: In the morning, you will enjoy a boat excursion to Nosy Sakatia, a peaceful island known for its crystal-clear waters, rich marine life, and sea turtles.
• Activity: After the visit, you will return to Nosy Be for lunch and some free time at leisure.
• Activity: Afternoon flight, Antananarivo
• Flight details: Depart: 14:10; Arrival time: 15:50
• Transfer: In the afternoon, you will be transferred to the airport for your flight back to Antananarivo.
• Thursday, July 9, 2026

This is when your safari will finally come to an end. We hope that you'll return home with many memories of everything that you've seen and enjoyed. We look forward to the day when you come with us again on safari.

• Meal Plan: Breakfast
• Activity: Visit, Croc Farm
• Activity: Visit, Rova Ambohimanga
• Drive: Ivato International Airport
• Transfer: Around 10:00 AM, you will be picked up from your hotel and enjoy visits to the Croc Farm in Ivato and the Royal Hill of Ambohimanga, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
• Transfer: After the visits, you will be transferred directly to the airport for your departure 3 hours before your international flight.
• Friday, July 10, 2026