Madagascar · Wildlife

8-Day Madagascar Baobab and Kirindy Wildlife Tour

8 Days Round trip from Antananarivo Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore the Zoological and Botanical Park of Tsimbazaza in Antananarivo
02 Travel through the Malagasy highlands to Antsirabe and visit Lake Andraikiba
03 See three species of baobab on Madagascar's west coast
04 Visit the famous Baobab in Love and admire sunset at the Avenue of the Baobabs
05 Discover Kirindy Forest Reserve, home to reptiles, chameleons, lemurs, and wild creatures
06 Relax on the long sandy stretch of Kimony Beach

Discover the wildlife and iconic baobabs of western Madagascar on this 8-day journey from Antananarivo to Morondava. Explore the Zoological and Botanical Park of Tsimbazaza, visit the Croc Farm, travel through the Malagasy highlands to Antsirabe, and continue to Kirindy Forest Reserve, home to reptiles, chameleons, lemurs, and carnivorous animals seen on night walks. The tour also includes time at Kimony Beach and a sunset visit to the famous Avenue of the Baobabs, where you can admire three species of baobab found on Madagascar's west coast.

Discover the wildlife and iconic baobabs of western Madagascar on this 8-day journey from Antananarivo to Morondava.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Antananarivo, Antsirabe, Morondava, Miandrivazo, Kirindy Mitea National Park, Ambatolampy

Languages English, French

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Arrival in Antananarivo

Get picked up at the airport and transferred to your hotel.
I will welcome you at the airport holding a JEAN CLAUDE TOUR sign.
Overnight in Antananarivo (B&B).

Day 02

Tsimbazaza Park and Croc Farm Visit

Explore the Zoological and Botanical Park of Tsimbazaza. It is located just north of the National Assembly of Madagascar building.
Visit the Croc Farm near the airport, where you can see hundreds of crocodiles, chameleons, tortoises, the carnivorous animal called Fossa, and some species of snakes and lizards.
Late in the afternoon, we drive back to your hotel.
Overnight stay in Antananarivo (B&B).

Day 03

Drive to Antsirabe via Ambatolampy

Drive to Antsirabe, passing by Ambatolampy (NR7).
Travel through the highlands and admire the landscape.
Take a city tour in Antsirabe.
Visit Lake Andraikiba, a volcanic lake in nature.
Visit the minerals market in Antsirabe.
Visit the zebu horn and tiny toy workshops in Antsirabe.

Spend the night in Antsirabe.

Day 04

Journey to Morondava via Betafo and Miandrivazo

Enjoy a full day of driving to Morondava.
Stop in Betafo to see a beautiful waterfall. The best season to take good photos is from January to March.
Stop by the roadside to see the gold miners at work.
Lunch in Miandrivazo.
After lunch, continue driving to Morondava through the dry forest of the west coast of Madagascar.

Night in Morondava at Le Renala sable d'Or.

Day 05

Kirindy Reserve and Baobab Sunset

Drive to Kirindy early in the morning.
Travel for 3-4 hours in the Reserve of Kirindy.
Lunch in a restaurant in Kirindy Forest.
Go back to Morondava and, on the way, visit the famous Baobab in Love and admire the sunset at the Avenue of the Baobabs.

Night in Morondava at Le Renala sable d'Or.

Day 06

Relaxing Day at Kimony Beach

Relax on Kimony Beach all day.

Night in Morondava at Le Renal sable d'Or.

Day 07

Return Drive to Antsirabe

Drive back to Antsirabe.

Night in Antsirabe at Le Royal Palace.

Day 08

Return to Antananarivo and Departure

Drive back to Tana.
Depending on your flight schedule, I will take you to the airport. You must be at the airport 1 hour prior to your flight departure.
Check in for your flight.
Farewell.
Fly abroad.
My services will be fully delivered.

Where this trip takes you

Avenue of the Baobabs, Baobab in Love, Kirindy Forest Reserve, Kimony Beach

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Antananarivo 6 cities · 8 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Pick up and transfer from the airport to the hotel in Antananarivo.
Transportation for 7 days by private vehicle, including fuel.
Hotels in Antsirabe, Morondava, and Antananarivo (bed and breakfast).
Admission and park entry fees.
Local guides from the park and reserve (Tsimbazaza, Kirindy, and Croc Farm).
Services as your personal tour guide.
Disposable face masks and hand-washing liquid.

What's Not Included

Meals at restaurants (lunch and dinner).
Bottled water, snacks, and soft drinks (beverages).
Souvenirs and personal purchases.
International flight tickets.

What to bring

Please bring the following items during the tour:

Depending on the season:

During the dry season, from August to December, you need to bring light clothing.

During the rainy season, from December to March, you need to bring a raincoat.

During the winter, from April to July, you need to bring warm clothing.

Through all seasons, you have to wear sturdy shoes while trekking, especially when you trek through Tsingy National Park.

Do not forget to bring sunscreen, mosquito repellent, and a flashlight. Sometimes, the power does not work 24/7 in the countryside of Madagascar.

Know before you go

Hiring a local guide is mandatory when you visit any park in Madagascar.
If you bring USD bills, make sure they were issued after 2010. In Madagascar, no money changer company accepts USD bills issued before 2010.
Wearing a face mask is still mandatory when in a crowded and confined place.
A Covid-19 vaccine pass is required at the airport.

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