Culture & Wildlife of Madagascar

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5 Based on 2 Reviews
  • duration 7 days
  • tour type Small group Request as private
  • age requirement 18-99 yrs
  • max group size 12
  • guiding method Fully guided
  • Tour Code BM-16253
  • Footprint Carbonneutral CO2 emissions resulting from all trips on Bookmundi will be offset via investments in carbon reduction projects.
  • Operated in English
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  • Starts Antananarivo, Madagascar
  • Ends Antananarivo, Madagascar
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HIGHLIGHTS Download trip notes
  • Cruise the lakes and canals of the Pangalanes Channel, far from the tourist trails
  • Search for lemurs and chameleons in the lush rainforest of the Perinet Reserve
  • Experience the traditional lifestyle of the coastal Malagasy fishing villages
  • Be immersed in the scenery, villages and forests
Starting and ending in Antananarivo, the tour "Culture & Wildlife Of Madagascar" is a guided wildlife safaris and game drives tour that takes 7 days. You will travel through Perinet Reserve, Manamboto and Andasibe in Madagascar. "Culture & Wildlife Of Madagascar" is a small group tour which includes accommodation in hotels, transport, meals and others.

Experience the traditional lifestyle along the backwaters of the little known Pangalanes canal, and the spectacular national parks and unique wildlife of Madagascar. The essence of Madagascar is the unique wildlife, fabulous rainforests and stunning coast. Until you visit, you cannot imagine that the Malagasy people could be so welcoming. All of these attributes, and more, come together on this wonderful trip. From the dry Central Highlands, we pass through lush rainforest and small village communities where tropical fruits and terraced fields set the scene, to reach coastal fishing villages where nets and Travellers' palms abound. We have both day and night walks in the forest to view colourful chameleons, to observe numerous species of lemurs, and to enjoy the rich forest habitat. Our simple lodges are in the midst of rainforest reserves that are home to lemurs that will delight you with their curiosity and gentleness. On the wild east coast, surf rolls onto white-sand beaches lined with coconut palms that protect both the fishing villages and the expansive fresh water lakes beyond. The villagers here are fishermen, taking fish from both the sea and the pristine lakes. We travel by boat on a series of lakes and along narrow canals, known as The Pangalanes, to reach our lake-side beach hotel. Set in the forest, the hotel is our base for exploring the lakes and villages by boat or on foot. You will be privileged to discover areas far from the tourist trails, and which offers amazing experiences in this remarkable country.
ITINERARY Expand All
  • Day 1 : Join Antananarivo
  • Day 2 : Drive to Andasibe (145km / 4hrs)
  • Day 3 : Perinet Reserve
  • Day 4 : To Manambato, Pangalanes cruise (135 km / 4 hrs)
  • Day 5 : The Pangalanes
  • Day 6 : Return cruise to Manamboto, transfer to Antananarivo (280 km / 7 hrs)
  • Day 7 : In Antananarivo, trip concludes
WHAT'S INCLUDED
Accommodation
  • 6 nights in 2 star hotels on a twinshare basis (3 star upgrade for Antananarivo and Andasibe on request)
Meals
  • 5 breakfasts, 5 lunches and 4 dinners
Transport
  • Airport transfers (day 1 and 7 only)
  • English speaking local driver-guide (Groups of 1-5 will have an English speaking local driver-guide; groups of 6-12 an English speaking local guide and a local driver will accompany group)
  • Private vehicle transport throughout
Guide
  • Permits, entry fees and local guides in parks and reserves
Others
  • Tourist taxes
WHAT'S EXCLUDED
  • International flights and departure taxes
  • Arrival and departure transfers if not arriving/ departing on Days 1 & 7
  • Meals not mentioned in the itinerary
  • Bottled water, aerated and alcoholic drinks
  • Items of a personal nature such as phone calls, laundry, etc.
  • Travel Insurance (compulsory)
  • Optional activities and sightseeing
CUSTOMER REVIEWS
5 - Excellent
Based on 2 reviews
  • Anonymous
  • On Jul 23 2019
5 - Excellent
Excellent
I traveled with my 16-year-old son after finding a great airfare to Madagascar. I chose this excursion due to it fitting our air schedule perfectly. Our guide was fantastic and the trip provided great access to lemurs and... Read more
  • Anonymous
  • On May 27 2019
5 - Excellent
Excellent
We had the most amazing time whilst in Madagascar, everything was perfect. Our guide was excellent, as were all of the guides who we encountered at various places. The accommodation was great, whilst it was basic it was clean... Read more
REQUEST A PRIVATE, CUSTOMIZABLE DEPARTURE By design, this is a group tour. You can however request a private, customized version of this tour for yourself or your private group of people. Private departures are usually more expensive, but come with these benefits:
  • Personal Itinerary can be tweaked and customized.
  • Protected Travel within your own bubble.
  • Professional Access our Travel Specialists' insider knowledge.
  • Privacy Enjoy a tour focused solely on you or your travel group.
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GOOD TO KNOW Download trip notes
CANCELLATION

No additional cancellation fees apply for this Culture & Wildlife of Madagascar tour. You can cancel the tour up to 72 days prior departure and avoid paying the full amount, but your deposit paid is non-refundable. No refund applies for cancellations within 71 days of departure.

Payment

For any tour departures within 07 June 2024, full payment is required. For tours that depart later than 07 June 2024, a deposit of 315 USD is required to confirm the tour, and the remaining balance will be charged 71 days before trip departure.

Travel Insurance

Culture & Wildlife of Madagascar tour requires that you have adequate and valid travel insurance covering medical and personal accidents, including repatriation costs and emergency evacuation. World Nomads offers travel insurance for independent travelers and intrepid families.

Visa

For this Culture & Wildlife of Madagascar tour getting the required visa(s) is the responsibility for each individual traveller, as visa requirements vary depending on your nationality. We recommend to check with your local embassies representing the countries that you are traveling to, as part of this itinerary.

For Solo Travelers

A twin share room may not always be available for solo travelers as it depends on the final number of people on the tour. If you have picked twin share room while booking, and that option is not available, we will get back to you after booking. A single room might then be available against an additional fee.

COVID-19 Safety Measures

This trip incorporates the following COVID-19 measures:

  • This tour has received the World Travel and Tourism Council’s Safe Travels stamp, which provides travellers with assurance that COVID-19 health and hygiene global standardised protocols have been adopted.
  • Smaller group sizes have been implemented on this tour to protect against COVID-19 and to ensure that the tour complies with local authorities’ guidelines.
  • Rigorous hygiene safety measures will be followed in transportation, accommodation and meal venues.
  • Guides are trained in our COVID-19 response plan that has been developed in line with state government medical provisions.
  • All travellers 18 years and older will be required to be fully vaccinated atleast 14 days prior to departure.
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS Find answers to the most frequently asked questions about this tour.
  • What level of fitness is necessary in order to take part in and appreciate this tour?

    The trip grading for this tour is "Adventure Touring". Adventure tours sometimes visit remote areas where facilities are often basic. Many of these trips involve some camping or basic lodging and will often involve long journeys on rough roads. To enjoy these adventures we suggest reasonable fitness and health, a moderately active lifestyle and a positive attitude. Although there is no commitment to extended walking on this tour, the operator emphasizes the “active” on these tours. Any physical training you complete before undertaking the trip will be to good effect. We recommend walking on undulating terrain for an hour or more, two or three times a week for at least 3 months prior to departure. The fitter you are the more this will enhance your experience.

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