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German citizens need a valid passport and a visa, which is issued at the airport upon arrival. A fee for the visa applies for stays over 15 days. Please check the website of the Madagascar embassy for current visa fees.

Are there any regulations regarding vaccinations?

No, there are no special vaccinations required. However, a yellow fever vaccination is required when entering from/a yellow fever country.

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ROUND-TRIPS · MADAGASCAR

Madagascar Round Trip

Discover the many different regions of Madagascar. From Antananarivo, you will visit the nature reserves in the east, which are home to the largest lemur in the world, and make a detour to the western part of the island to the Bemaraha National Park where the fascinating Tsingy can be found.

How long? 21 Days

When? Spring, Summer

Price € 4,119 / Person

The Journey

Experience the island differently

This tour begins in Antananarivo and lets you discover the diverse regions of Madagascar. A trip to the east to the Analamazaotra reserve is initially undertaken, where the largest lemur in the world is native. Afterwards, the journey continues to the western part of the island with a detour to the Bemaraha National Park, where the fascinating Tsingys can be found. Following this, there is a stop at the famous Avenue of the Baobabs. The drive continues south on National Road No. 7 through the vast highlands with its green rice terraces and various workshops, past the national parks of Ranomafana and Ranohira, where a variety of endemic lemurs and plants are native. Finally, the dreamlike beaches of Ifaty offer you relaxation, inviting you to dive and snorkel as well.

Antananarivo's hillside cityscape seen across a lake with a small monument island

A dirt path through a dense rainforest lined with tall trees

Sharp grey limestone pinnacles of a tsingy karst formation with forest and blue sky

Silhouettes of baobab trees at sunset with birds flying between them

A river flowing over rocks through a forested gorge in a national park

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21 Days from 16 Intermediate

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24 Apr. 2027 to 15 May. 2027

26 Jun. 2027 to 16 Jul. 2027

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Key Highlights of the Trip

01 Discover Antananarivo

Discover Antananarivo

The pulsating capital of Madagascar awaits you with its culture and history.

02 Thermal springs of Antsirabe

Thermal springs of Antsirabe

Experience the relaxing thermal springs in the charming water city.

03 Adventures in Miandrivazo

Adventures in Miandrivazo

Drive through the warmest region of Madagascar and discover local villages.

04 Tsingy de Bemaraha

Tsingy de Bemaraha

Visit this UNESCO World Heritage Site with stunning limestone and unique flora.

05 Beach Paradise Ifaty

Beach Paradise Ifaty

Enjoy the dreamy beaches of Ifaty, where you find great opportunities for snorkeling and diving in addition to relaxation. This region is known for its beautiful coral reefs and clear water, inviting you to explore the underwater world or simply relax on the beach. Additionally, you can go on an exploration tour in the nearby Reniala Park, famous for its endemic plants and birds.

Days 1-20

Riders pushing and pulling an adventure motorcycle up a sand dune in the desert — Travel Day 1: Welcome to Madagascar! Tonga Soa!

Travel Day 1: Welcome to Madagascar! Tonga Soa!

After your arrival in Antananarivo at Ivato International Airport (TNR), you will be welcomed by our team and taken to your hotel.

Travel Day 2: Antananarivo - Andasibe & Discovery of the Reptiles

After breakfast, you will drive to Andasibe via National Road N°2 in the east of Madagascar. We make a stop in Marozevo and visit a reptile farm where you can observe colorful chameleons, unique snakes, and geckos that are only found here up close. Then we head to the village of Andasibe, where you can see the largest lemur in the world, the Indri, in the Analamazaotra reserve, which consists of two parks. At dusk, we will take a short walk and have the nocturnal lemurs shown to us.

A chameleon walking across sandy gravel ground — Travel Day 3: Indri, the star of the day

Travel Day 3: Indri, the star of the day

This day is dedicated entirely to the discovery of lemurs and other animals in the Analamazaotra reserve. We will undertake a three-hour hike in the rainforest. The mountain range at an altitude of 900 - 1200 meters has special advantages: tropical east coast vegetation, humid mountain cloud forests, and especially various species of lemurs. However, the Indri will be the star of the day, before we visit Lemur Island in the afternoon.

A black and white indri lemur clinging to a tree trunk in the forest — Travel day 4: Andasibe - Antsirabe ''the water city''

Travel day 4: Andasibe - Antsirabe ''the water city''

After breakfast, you will drive to Antsirabe, which is also called the water city and is known for its thermal baths. We stop in Ambatolampy and visit a foundry that manufactures aluminum items. After lunch, we continue our journey to Antsirabe.

Travel day 5: Antsirabe - Miandrivazo / Drive through the warmest region of Madagascar

Before continuing to Miandrivazo, we will visit a small artist workshop that produces art objects made from zebu horn. On our way to Miandrivazo, we discover villages that reflect the typical way of life of the Malagasy people.

Malagasy women walking along a dirt road with wash basins balanced on their heads — Travel Day 6: Miandrivazo - Kirindy / Night hike in the Kirindy Reserve

Travel Day 6: Miandrivazo - Kirindy / Night hike in the Kirindy Reserve

Today we continue on to Kirindy. The road is difficult to navigate and it takes some time. In the plains of Kirindy, countless baobabs and dry bushes adorn the landscape. At dusk, we take a short hike to observe the nocturnal animals, especially the famous ''Fosa'', the only predator in Madagascar.

Travel Day 7: Hike in the Kirindy Private Reserve

In the morning we hike into the private reserve of Kirindy, which houses many endemic plant species and animals. Birds and reptiles can also be discovered here. After the visit, we continue to Bekopaka, the starting point for Tsingy National Park.

Travel Day 8: Hike through the Tsingy of Bemaraha

On this day we will visit the Tsingys, the Lak massif of Bemaraha, which has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1990. The sharp peaks of the massif reach up to 30 meters high.

Two bamboo lemurs perched together on a branch in the forest — Travel day 9: Bekopa - Morondava / the famous Baobab Avenue

Travel day 9: Bekopa - Morondava / the famous Baobab Avenue

Today we leave Bekopaka and continue to Morondava, passing by the beautiful Avenue of the Baobabs. The Baobabs are also called the mothers of the forest. Here, at these majestic trees, we stop to take a few nice photos.

Travel Day 10: Morondava - Antsirabe / Return trip to Antsirabe

Right after breakfast, we will drive back to Antsirabe today. We will stop at Lake Andraikiba and relax briefly before continuing on to Antsirabe.

Questions about the tour itinerary?

Our tour guide is happy to answer any questions about the day-by-day route, stops, and details.

Eroded sandstone rock formations rising against a blue sky with clouds — Travel day 11: Antsirabe - Ranomafana

Travel day 11: Antsirabe - Ranomafana

In the morning, we visit a workshop by rickshaw that manufactures toys from recycled materials, before heading to the Ranomafana National Park, which is one of the last mountain cloud forests on this earth. Here, various species of lemurs live and many endemic plants are waiting to be discovered by us.

Baobab trees lining a dirt road with people walking along it — Travel day 12: Hike in the rainforest of Ranomafana

Travel day 12: Hike in the rainforest of Ranomafana

In the early morning, you will leave the hotel for a hike of about three hours accompanied by a knowledgeable guide into the forest of Ranomafana. In the afternoon, we will visit a typical ''Tanala'' village, which translates to mean forest dwellers.

Two zebu oxen pulling a cart with three people along a dirt road — Travel day 13: Ranomafana - Ranohira / Meeting with the ring-tailed lemurs

Travel day 13: Ranomafana - Ranohira / Meeting with the ring-tailed lemurs

After breakfast, you leave the rainforest of Ranomafana and drive to Ambalavano, which is known for its vineyards. Next, there is a visit to Anja Park, a conservation project that is very successfully run by the local population. Here we will be greeted by the Katas, the ring-tailed lemurs. Then we continue on to Ranohira, where the landscape gradually changes and becomes increasingly barren.

Travel Day 14: Hike in the Isalo Massif

For this day, a three-hour hike through the park is planned. Passing the botanical garden, it goes to a freshwater oasis, with panoramic views and a refreshing swim always on the way. Afterwards, we return to the hotel, from where we will visit the museum of the region in the afternoon, which presents the formation of the sandstone massif of Isalo in more detail.

Travel day 15: Ranohira - Ifaty / in the land of the Baobabs

In the morning we drive on National Road No. 7 towards Toliara. Passing the village of Ilakaka, which has gained more and more significance lately due to the sapphire market. Baobabs and Mahafaly graves can be discovered again and again along the roadside, as you drive past Tulear towards Ifaty.

Travel Day 16: Visit to Reniala Park

After breakfast, you will be picked up by a Zebu cart that will take you to Reniala Park. This park features botanical gardens with numerous endemic plant species, impressive baobabs, and a bird reserve. The afternoon is free for you today, so you can relax at the sea or go swimming or snorkeling.

Travel days 17 & 18: Relaxation by the sea of Ifaty

You also have the next two days here at the sea of Ifaty at your disposal. The dreamy white sandy beach invites you to swim, dive, and snorkel. The hotel also offers a range of excursions or activities that you can gladly participate in.

Travel Day 19: Return flight to the capital

From Toliara Airport you will fly back to Antananarivo and will be taken to your hotel upon arrival.

Travel Day 20: Visit of the Blue Hill

This morning we visit Ambohimanga, a UNESCO World Heritage site, where you will learn about the history of Madagascar. Last souvenirs can be bought at the crafts market.

Travel Day 21: Departure and Return Flight to Europe

Depending on your departure time, you will be taken to the airport today and will fly home fully packed with wonderful memories.

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Verified Reviews

What riders say about Round-trips in Madagascar

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Manuel S.

The Madagascar round trip took us through various regions of Madagascar, starting in Antananarivo with a well-structured itinerary. The organization was thought...

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Die Madagaskar Rundreise führte durch diverse Regionen Madagaskars, beginnend in Antananarivo mit einem klar strukturierten Ablauf. Die Organisation war durchdacht, insbesondere die Berücksichtigung der Naturreservate im Osten, wie Andasibe, wo wir viele Reptilien entdeckten. Besonders positiv war die Routenauswahl, die uns zu beeindruckenden Highlights wie den Tsingys de Bemaraha und den Thermalquellen von Antsirabe führte. Die Gruppengröße von maximal 16 Personen und die Unterkunft in Apartments ermöglichten eine angenehme und persönliche Atmosphäre während der gesamten Reise. Ich habe ein besseres Verständnis für die kulturelle und natürliche Vielfalt Madagaskars gewonnen.

PRICE

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€ 4,119 / person

Trip includes

16 x overnight stay with breakfast during the entire trip
8 x dinner (in Antananarivo, Antsirabe, and Ifaty)
Airport transfers on days 1, 19, and 21
City tour in Antananarivo on day 20
Round trip in an air-conditioned 4WD vehicle with English-speaking driver
Local guides & entrance fees to the parks mentioned in the travel description
All visits according to the travel description
Map of Madagascar

All flights & airport fees (international as well as from Toliara to Tana)
All additional meals
Leisure activities in Ifaty
Overseas health insurance (mandatory!)
Personal expenses (souvenirs, tips, etc.)
Mineral water
Everything not listed under included services

FAQS

What is needed for entry?

German citizens need a valid passport and a visa, which is issued at the airport upon arrival. A fee for the visa applies for stays over 15 days. Please check the website of the Madagascar embassy for current visa fees.
Are there any regulations regarding vaccinations?

No, there are no special vaccinations required. However, a yellow fever vaccination is required when entering from/a yellow fever country.

OVERCROSS note on itinerary

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