Madagascar
Round trip in the land of the Baobabs
Mar 14, 2027
May 16, 2027
Jun 6, 2027
Madagascar: Adventure Travel in Dreamlike Natural Diversity
Discover Madagascar, the paradise for adventure travel! Experience the unique wildlife in Andasibe-Mantadia National Park and the majestic baobabs.
Round trips
Guided & Self-Guided
Expert Local Guides
English Speaking
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Through the diverse south of Madagascar
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Madagascar
Through the tropical east of Madagascar
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Jul 11, 2027
Oct 16, 2027
Madagascar
The Charming North of Madagascar
Mar 7, 2027
Jun 19, 2027
Madagascar
Experience the island differently
Apr 24, 2027
Jun 26, 2027
Country Profile
Experience trips to Madagascar: Adventure and pure nature
<p>Madagascar rewards travelers who want wildlife and landscapes found nowhere else. On a Madagascar round trip you meet the indri, the island's largest lemur, in the rainforest of Andasibe-Mantadia National Park, and watch the sun set behind the ancient baobabs near Morondava. Further west, the Tsingy de Bemaraha, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1990, is a maze of razor sharp limestone needles crossed on ladders and suspension bridges. Add dense rainforest, endemic chameleons and orchids, long beaches in the north, and a cuisine built on rice, zebu and tropical fruit.</p><p>OVERCROSS runs 5 Madagascar round trips, from 12 to 21 days. The shortest options, 12 days each, cover the south with Ranomafana and Isalo, the tropical east with Andasibe and Sainte Marie, the classic west with the Tsiribihina river cruise, or the north around Diego Suarez and Nosy Be. The 21-day round trip links east, west and south in one journey. None of the routes require you to drive yourself or to have any riding experience.</p><p>Every day starts with breakfast at your lodge or camp before the air-conditioned 4x4 sets off with your English-speaking driver, who also guides you through the national parks. Groups stay small, never more than 16 travelers per vehicle, so there is room by the window for everyone. Depending on the route, evenings end in a lodge, a beach hotel or, during the Tsiribihina cruise, camping on the riverbank, most days with breakfast and some with dinner included.</p>
Does this trip match your riding level?
You need no driving or riding experience for a Madagascar round trip: every route runs at skill level 1, made for travelers without off-road practice. What is required is fitness on foot, for example climbing to the Tsingy needles on ladders and walkways or hiking through the Isalo massif. If you are comfortable with heights and reasonably fit, you will manage well.
You need no vehicle of your own and are not allowed to bring one: you travel as a guest in an air-conditioned 4x4, driven by an English-speaking driver who knows the tracks and national parks. Each group has a maximum of 16 travelers, so there is a window seat for everyone and the driver can respond to the group's wishes.
Daily distances vary a lot by route: around 170 km from Antananarivo to Antsirabe, about 240 km on to Miandrivazo, and the return to Morondava can take up to 200 km and 7 hours on rough tracks. A travel day starts after breakfast at your accommodation, continues to the next stage or into a park, and ends in the evening at a lodge or tented camp, some days with half board.
Experience required
No driving or off-road experience needed, every route runs at skill level 1. Hikes to the Tsingy needles and through the Isalo massif call for normal fitness and a good head for heights.
Own bike allowed
No own vehicle needed or allowed: you travel as a guest in an air-conditioned 4x4 with an English-speaking driver, capped at 16 travelers per group.
Daily distance
Daily distances vary by route: around 170 km from Antananarivo to Antsirabe, about 240 km on to Miandrivazo, and up to 200 km on the roughest stretch back to Morondava.
Typical day
After breakfast at your lodge, the 4x4 continues to the next stage or a national park with stops for hikes; evenings end at a lodge or tented camp, some nights with half board.
Best time to ride
The dry season from April to November is the best time for a Madagascar round trip. From December to March, cyclones and flooded tracks can close river crossings. Routes in the west and south are the most exposed to seasonal rain. See our Madagascar travel information page for the month by month outlook.
Traveler reviews
What riders say about Madagascar
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Round trip in the land of the Baobabs
The Madagascar round trip offers a well-structured experience with clear daily schedules, especially the river cruise on the Tsiribihina, which is supported by detailed briefings. The group size of a maximum of 16 people ensures effective communication. The logistical preparation for the camping nights and...
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Through the diverse south of Madagascar
The group dynamics on the Madagascar round trip in the south were efficient and well-structured. With a maximum of 16 participants, a balanced pace was achieved, allowing time for exploring Antananarivo and visiting the lemurs in Ranomafana National Park. The mix of activities, such as...
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Through the tropical east of Madagascar
The round trip through the tropical east of Madagascar proved to be challenging, particularly due to the advanced level of difficulty. The route from Antananarivo to Andasibe included partly impassable terrain that required concentration and good driving skills. With a maximum group size of 16...
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The Charming North of Madagascar
The route planning through the north of Madagascar was clearly structured, especially the approach to the Montagne d'Ambre National Park and the visits to the Tsingy rock formations. Access to the waterfalls and lemurs fit well with the group size of a maximum of 16...
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Experience the island differently
The Madagascar round trip took us through various regions of Madagascar, starting in Antananarivo with a well-structured itinerary. The organization was thoughtful, especially the consideration of the nature reserves in the east, like Andasibe, where we discovered many reptiles. The route selection was particularly positive,...
Who leads you through Madagascar
Joe Küster
Founder & Creative Engine of Overcross"Jack of all trades, almost all!" The driving force and idea machine behind Overcross.
- 30 years guiding
- 45 countries visited
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Booking questions
How much does a Madagascar round trip cost?
Our Madagascar round trips range from 2,269 EUR to 4,119 EUR per person, depending on route and length, 12 to 21 days. The shorter tours in the south or east are the most affordable, while the 21-day round trip covers the whole island. The final price depends on season, group size and the departure date you choose.
What is included in the price?
Included are overnight stays with breakfast, the round trip in an air-conditioned 4x4 with an English-speaking driver, airport transfers, local guides and the entrance fees for the national parks on your route. Some tours add dinners or a city tour of Antananarivo.
What is not included?
International and domestic flights, meals beyond what is listed, leisure activities you book locally and personal expenses such as souvenirs or tips are not included. Travel health insurance is mandatory and arranged separately from the tour price.
How big is the group on a Madagascar round trip?
Depending on the route, our Madagascar round trips start from 2 or 8 travelers and stay capped at 16 guests per 4x4 vehicle, so everyone keeps a window seat and the driver can respond to the group's pace and interests.
How does booking a Madagascar round trip work?
Pick the route that fits your time and interests, then send your request through our website or directly to our team. We confirm availability and your date, and you receive all documents for payment and preparation. If you have questions about the itinerary, our guides are happy to help before you book.
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