Madagascar · Wildlife

4-Day Andasibe Rainforest Wildlife Safari with Night Walks

4 Days Round trip from Andasibe Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Take part in two guided night walks to spot nocturnal wildlife such as mouse lemurs, chameleons, and frogs
02 Explore Analamazaotra-Andasibe National Park to see the Indri Indri, Madagascar's largest lemur species, along with other diurnal lemurs and endemic birds
03 Visit the Mitsinjo Reserve, a community-run conservation area home to rare amphibians and reptiles
04 Trek through Mantadia National Park, a pristine primary rainforest known for its rich biodiversity, orchids, and rare lemur species
05 Visit Lemurs' Island, where rescued lemurs live in a semi-wild environment and offer unique close-up interactions
06 Discover Madagascar's unique flora, including medicinal plants and endemic tree species

Immerse yourself in the natural wonders of Madagascar on this 4-day Andasibe rainforest itinerary from Antananarivo. Travel through scenic highlands to the dense tropical forests of Andasibe, where you will explore Analamazaotra-Andasibe and Mantadia National Parks, home to the iconic Indri Indri, the largest living lemur, along with many other endemic species. Visit the Mitsinjo Reserve to observe unique amphibians and reptiles such as chameleons and frogs in their natural habitat, and enjoy two guided night walks to spot nocturnal wildlife. Your adventure ends with a visit to Lemurs' Island, where rescued lemurs roam freely and interact with visitors.

Spend the morning exploring Analamazaotra-Andasibe National Park, home to the iconic Indri Indri, the largest lemur species, and other forest dwellers such as brown lemurs, bamboo lemurs, and various endemic bird species.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 4 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Antananarivo, Andasibe-Mantadia National Park

Languages English, French

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Antananarivo to Andasibe and Night Walk

Depart from Antananarivo in the morning and begin your scenic drive to Andasibe, a journey of approximately five hours through highland landscapes and local villages.
Arrive in Andasibe and check in at your lodge or bungalow.
After dinner, embark on your first guided night walk near the national park.
Observe nocturnal wildlife such as tree frogs, chameleons, owls, lemurs, and other forest creatures that become active after sunset.

Overnight stay in Andasibe.

Day 02

Analamazaotra-Andasibe National Park and Mitsinjo Reserve

Have breakfast at your lodge.
Spend the morning exploring Analamazaotra-Andasibe National Park, home to the iconic Indri Indri, the largest lemur species, and other forest dwellers such as brown lemurs, bamboo lemurs, and various endemic bird species.
In the afternoon, visit the Mitsinjo Reserve, a private conservation project dedicated to preserving local biodiversity.
Discover a variety of amphibians and reptiles, including chameleons, leaf-tailed geckos, frogs, and other rare rainforest species.
In the evening, enjoy your second guided night walk for more opportunities to spot Madagascar's unique nocturnal wildlife.

Overnight stay in Andasibe.

Day 03

Mantadia National Park and Lemurs' Island

Enjoy an early breakfast and prepare for a day excursion to Mantadia National Park, located about 15 km north of Andasibe.
Hike through dense primary rainforest trails to spot rare lemur species such as the golden diademed sifaka and black-and-white ruffed lemurs, along with orchids, palms, and medicinal plants.
Return to the area and visit the nearby Lemurs' Island Park, where you can observe rescued lemurs up close in a semi-wild setting.
Learn about conservation efforts and enjoy close-up encounters with several species, including ring-tailed lemurs and red-bellied lemurs.
Return to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay in Andasibe.

Day 04

Return from Andasibe to Antananarivo

Have breakfast and check out of your lodge.
Depart from Andasibe and begin the return journey to Antananarivo.
Enjoy scenic views along the route, with opportunities to stop for photos or refreshments.
Arrive back in the capital in the afternoon.
End of the tour and drop-off at your hotel or preferred location in Antananarivo.

End of services.