Southern Madagascar is a captivating region known for its diverse landscapes and unique culture. he area is also rich in wildlife, home to endemic species like the ring-tailed lemur and the famous baobab trees. Visitors can experience a blend of Malagasy traditions, local cuisine, and vibrant markets, making southern Madagascar a must-see destination for adventurers and nature lovers alike.

Day 1

Arrive in Antananarivo  Meet at the airport then transfer to Louvre Hotel.

Overnight at the hotel.

Day 2

Breakfast.

Morning drive to Antsirabe (170km/ 4hrs).

Afternoon city sightseeing and visit to the crater lakes of Andraikiba and Tritriva.

Dinner and overnight at Plumeria Hotel.

The water town, Antsirabe, also known as the Vichy of Madagascar with its thermal sources, its sacred lakes and overhanging mountains. Antsirabe is also very involved in the agricultural field as well as with regards handicraft activities. 

Day 3

Breakfast.

Morning drive to Ambositra (90km/ 2hrs) then visit to the wood-carving handcraft market.

Afternoon continuation to Ranomafana (150km/ 4hrs).

Dinner and overnight at Thermal Hotel.

Ambositra or the capital of the small- business sector is an interesting passage not to miss. Indeed, a stopping place is imperative upon it to appreciate the Malagasy small-business sector under all its forms particularly the Zafimaniry art (sculpture and parquetry).

Day 4

Breakfast.

Morning visit to Ranomafana National Park (around 3 or 4 hours).

Drive to Fianarantsoa (88km/ 2hrs).

Afternoon city sightseeing.

Dinner and overnight at Zomatel.

Ranomafana National Park created in 1991 extends over a 41600 ha, situated in the Northern East of Fianarantsoa, figures among the forests of Atsinanana registered on the site of the UNESCO world heritage. This heritage so rich in biodiversity will interest a lot of nature lovers, photographers, researchers and eco-tourists.

Fianarantsoa which means “where we learn good things ” is the capital of Betsileo, built in 1830 by Queen Ranavalona I by means of the local catholic missionaries, is the replica of the city of Antananarivo, it includes also 3 levels: the low city, the new town and the old town which saves catholic and Protestant churches. 

The hill of Kianjasoa will offer a fantastic view, which will allow the visitors to admirethe city wide.

Day 5

Breakfast.

Morning drive to Ambalavao (54km/ 1hr) then visit to an Antemoro paper workshop and to Anja Park.

Afternoon continuation to Ranohira (230km/ 4hrs) through the Horombe plateau.

Dinner and overnight at Relais de la Reine Hotel.

It is advised, when leaving Fianarantsoa, to stop at Ambalavao to discover the Antemoro paper factory.  This paper of Arabic origin is unique and is made of shrub barks called Avoha chewed up with water and left in the sun to dry up.  The Antemoro paper has become the raw material used in the making of greeting cards, gift wrappings and paintings.

Anja Park is a village reserve situated at 12 km from the city of Ambalavao the foot of a rocky mountain cliff , which since its inception in 1999 has attracted a large number of tourists, photographers, curious in nature, a few dozen hectares of dry forest, home to flora and fauna which endemism is particularly high. 

The new Ranohira (Maki Water) is located about 685 km from Antananarivo on the RN7, a small town Bara lives of ecotourism from where all excursions to explore Isalo National Park.

Day 6

Breakfast.

Full day visit to Isalo National Park.

Dinner and overnight at Relais de la Reine Hotel.

After you have travelled across the deserted ‘Plateaux de Horombe’, you will find in Isalo an oasis hidden in wonderfully coloured beds of sandstone. 

Day 7

Breakfast.

Drive to Toliara (243km/ 5hrs) with visit on the way to Mr Petignat’s Arboretum.

Dinner and overnight at Moringa Hotel.

Antsokay is a botanical garden specialised in the flora and fauna of Southwest Madagascar that should not be missed by anyone. The Arboretum was created around 1980, on the initiative of a Swiss amateur botanist, Hermann Pétignat. On a surface of 40 hectares there are almost 900 species of plants, 90% endemic to the region. A trained English-speaking guide takes you on a two-hour tour of the impoved area, where visitors see around a hundred of species of Euphornia and 60 species of Kalanchoe, as well as an abundance of reptiles and birds.

Day 8

Breakfast.

Transfer to the airport. Leave Toliara by Flight*

Arrive in Antananarivo. Meet at the airport then transfer to Louvre Hotel.

Overnight at the hotel.

Day 9

Breakfast.

Morning city sightseeing and visit to an artisan market. Transfer to the airport.

Included in package:

• Package validity till October 2025
• Accommodation on half board basis throughout except in Antananarivo which is on Bed & Breakfast
• Transfers
• Transport by 4WD including driver and fuel.
• All taxes
• Entrances fees in parks/reserves mentioned in the itinerary
• Welcome pack
• A personalized touristic map of Madagascar
• 50ml of mineral water during excursions

Exclusions:

• Local guides in the parks/reserves
• Meals not specified and drinks.
• Test TDR Euro 15 par pax
• International and *domestic flights.
• Personal expenses (tips, phone calls, ect…).
• Visa fees

Notes:

• Confirmation subject to availability at time of booking
• Rate subject to modification depending on rate of exchange / any other surcharge.
• The final rate is communicated at time of booking
• Please note that itinerary is subject to modification and any mentioned hotel in the program is subject to modification in a similar one

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