Madagascar's top destination : Nosy Be, the Emerald Sea, and the northern National Parks
Madagascar's top destination : Nosy Be, the Emerald Sea, and the northern National Parks
10 Days Starting in Antananarivo and ending in Nosy Be
Visiting: Antananarivo, Antisiranana, Antsiranana, Ankarana, Nosy Be
Tour operator:
Tour code:
BDIN
Recommended For:
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
2 - 12
Physical rating:
Low
Age range:
3-80
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Vegans, Kosher
Tour operated in:
English , FrenchTrip Styles:
Interests:
Tour Overview
On this tour, you will discover : – Diego and the 3 bays – The Emerald Sea – Amber Mountain with its forked lemurs, the smallest chameleon in the world, … – The National Park of Ankarana with its Tsingy, the Cave Cathedral, large black parrots, … – The Paradise Island of Nosy Be, Madagascar’s top destination
Itinerary
Day 1 : Antananarivo
Location: Antananarivo
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Dinner
Pick up at Ivato International Airport and transfer to the hotel. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 2 : The 3 Bays
Location: Antisiranana
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Transfer to Ivato Airport for the domestic flight to Diégo Suarez. Pick up at Diégo Airport and transfer to the hotel. Excursion to the 3 bays: the dune bay, the pigeon bay and the Sakalava bay. You will appreciate the beautiful beach with fine white sand, and the splendor of the turquoise sea in this area. Towards the end of the afternoon, return to Diégo Suarez. Overnight at the hotel. Included: Breakfast, Picnic Lunch and Dinner. * Domestic flight Antananarivo - Diego Suarez (between 150 euros and 250 euros) is not included in the tour price . You can book the flight yourself on https://tsaradia.com/ if you have a Mastercard or Visa Card.
Day 3 : The Emerald Sea
Location: Antisiranana
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Departure for an excursion in the Emerald Sea, the ideal location for nautical activities, such as snorkeling. The exploration of the seabed in this place is similar to a visit in a natural aquarium, owing to the turquoise color of the local sea. These activities are optional. By the late afternoon, return to Diégo Suarez. Overnight at the hotel. Included: Breakfast, Picnic Lunch and Dinner.
Day 4 : The Amber Mountain
Location: Antisiranana
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Exploration of the Amber Mountain, a volcanic massif where a tropical vegetation abounds. This mountain which rises to 1475m above sea level, is also home to many species of endemic fauna and flora, including the lemur fork, or the smallest chameleon in the world. Waterfalls and lakes will further amaze your eyes in this Northeastern part of Madagascar. Towards the end of the afternoon, return to Diégo Suarez. Overnight at the hotel. Included: Breakfast, Picnic Lunch and Dinner.
Day 5 : The Red Tsingy
Location: Antsiranana
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Visit of the impressive red Tsingy, a smaller version of the majestic Tsingy of Ankarana and with red color, composed of sandstone, marl and laterites. Overnight at the hotel. Included: Breakfast and Dinner.
Day 6 : Ankarana Reserve
Location: Ankarana
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Day dedicated to the expedition in the Ankarana National Park, an exceptional site whose figures speak for themselves: 18 225 ha area, 60 species of reptiles and amphibians, 96 species of birds, 50 species of molluscs , 14 species of bats, 11 species of lemurs, and the apotheosis, 330 plant species. We will discover the famous Tsingy (formation of sharp peaks limestones), caves (the most famous is the phenomenal Cave Cathedral), canyons, large black parrots, bats. Overnight at the hotel. Included: Breakfast, Picnic Lunch and Dinner.
Day 7 : Nosy Be
Location: Nosy Be
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Early departure towards Ankify. Along the way, discover some plantations of geranium, cocoa, coffee, ylang ylang ... Once arrived at Ankify, embarkation aboard a boat to reach Nosy Be island, one of the best tourist destinations in the world and the favorite place of travelers who come to Madagascar. Pick up at the port and transfer to the hotel. Free time during which it is possible to do several activities: dhow or catamaran cruise, snorkeling and scuba diving, water sports (surfing, windsurfing, kitesurfing), safaris (whale safari, whale shark safari, dolphin, turtle), excursions to the neighboring islets (Nosy Komba or lemur island, Nosy Iranja or turtle island, Nosy Sakatia, Nosy Tanikely which is an underwater national reserve with sublime coral beds , and wildlife such as multicolored fish) that demonstrate the biodiversity richness of Madagascar. Overnight at the hotel. Included : Breakfast and Dinner.
Day 8 : Nosy Be
Location: Nosy Be
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Free Stay. Overnight at the hotel. Included: Breakfast and Dinner.
Day 9 : Nosy Be
Location: Nosy Be
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Free Stay. Overnight at the hotel. Included: Breakfast and Dinner.
Day 10 : Nosy Be - International Flight
Location: Nosy Be
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Transfer to Nosy Be airport for international flight. Included: Breakfast.
What's Included
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Accommodation
Accommodation in 2- or 3-star hotels in general
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Airport Transfers at Destination
All airport transfers are included
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All Domestic Transportation (including internal flights)
- Air conditioned vehicle (4WD or mini coach depending on the number of the participants) - Internal flights are EXCLUDED
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Local Taxes
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Meals – Half Board
Dinner only on the 1st day, and breakfast only on the last day
What's Not Included
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Country Entry Visas
35 euros
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International Travel
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Tipping and Gratuities
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Day 2 domestic flight Antananarivo - Diego (between 150 euros and 250 euros) is not included in the tour price. You can book this flight yourself on https://tsaradia.com/ if you have a Mastercard or Visa Card.
Check out our Q&As
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Do you require a visa for this holiday?
Yes, 35 euros
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
The vouchers mentioning all the services in the tour
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus. Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines. Guest accommodations are disinfected between stays. The accommodation partners we work with follow the guidelines of the local authorities.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
You can book a single room if you do not want to share a room with other travellers and you pay a supplement. However, if other travellers are willing to share a room with others, and you too, then there won't be a single supplement.
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
Of course you can depending on the availability of the accomodations and the vehicles
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
You may have to pay some fees if our local partners impose such conditions.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
For sure
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Am I contributing to any charity by booking the tour?
Yes we do.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of bio d island charges.
Up to 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 120 days before tour starts: Forfeit 5% of booking price.
At 90 days before tour starts: Forfeit 15% of booking price.
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