Sea, Sun, and Sightseeing in Madagascar

Sea, Sun, and Sightseeing in Madagascar

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Sea, Sun, and Sightseeing in Madagascar

14 Days Starting and ending in Antananarivo

Visiting: Antananarivo, Ifaty, Ranohira, Fianarantsoa, Antsirabe, Andasibe, Toamasina, Sainte Marie

Tour operator:

Bio D Island

Tour code:

BDISE

Recommended For:

18-30 somethings, 50 plus, Family-Kids

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

2 - 12

Physical rating:

Low

Age range:

10-99

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians, Vegans, Kosher

Tour operated in:
English , French
Activities:

Trekking, Walking

This tour is no longer available

Tour Overview

This tour will take you to magnificent Malagasy places such as : — Ifaty and Sainte Marie Island — The Isalo and Andasibe National Parks — Zafimaniry art workshop — Picturesque landscapes of the Highlands and the Madagascan Far West — Mahafaly Plateau and its mysterious funerary arts

Places You'll See

Sea, Sun, And Sightseeing In Madagascar

Sea, Sun, And Sightseeing In Madagascar

Sea, Sun, And Sightseeing In Madagascar

Sea, Sun, And Sightseeing In Madagascar

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Antananarivo
Location: Antananarivo
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Dinner

Pick up at Ivato Antananarivo airport and transfer to the hotel. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 2 : Antananarivo — Tuléar / Tuléar — Ifaty (45Mn — 30Km)
Location: Ifaty
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Transfer to the airport and flight to Tuléar. Reception and transfer to the hotel. Free stay in this famous destination where seaside tourism enthusiasts can enjoy the sun all year long, sandy beach, quad bike ride by the sea, boat trip, water sports, ... Overnight at the hotel. Included: Breakfast and Dinner. * Domestic flight Antananarivo — Tuléar (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 a Visa Card. We can also book it if you want us to do so.

Day 3 : Ifaty Beach
Location: Ifaty
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Free stay. Overnight at the hotel. Included: Breakfast and Dinner.

Day 4 : Ifaty — Ranohira (6 H — 265 Km)
Location: Ranohira
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Departure for Ranohira. Stop for a visit of the Antsokay Arboretum which is the perfect place for flora lovers as there are about 900 plant species, which 90% are endemic. Continuation of road RN7 and appreciation of baobabs in the beautiful scenery of the spectacular Great South landscape. Crossing of the Mahafaly plateau and its numerous tombs surmounted by Aloalo (carved wooden posts). The Mahafaly tomb is a funerary art with representative drawings of the deceased's life. Overnight at the hotel. Included: Breakfast and Dinner.

Day 5 : Isalo National Park
Location: Ranohira
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Day dedicated to the visit of Isalo national park. This ruiniform massif is an 80 000 ha protected area. It is above all the habitat of numerous species of fauna and flora scattered throughout the reserve. Apart from reptiles and lemurs, 77 species of birds live there, which 70% are endemic. Hiking in the canyons, and swimming in natural pools will also be in the program. For the more athletic, possibility to visit the reserve by bike (optional). Towards the end of the afternoon, admiration of the sunset through the Isalo Window, an opportunity to take some pictures. Overnight at the hotel. Included: Breakfast, Picnic Lunch, and Dinner.

Day 6 : Ranohira — Fianarantsoa (6H — 285Km)
Location: Fianarantsoa
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Continuation to Fianarantsoa. Visit en route of the Anja village reserve which is a park created by the inhabitants of this place rich in biodiversity. We can observe the makis catta. 15km further north, stop at Ambalavao to visit an Antemoro papermaking workshop which is a local handicraft speciality based on avoha, a fibrous bark. Overnight at the hotel. Included: Breakfast and Dinner.

Day 7 : Fianarantsoa — Antsirabe (6H30mn — 240Km)
Location: Antsirabe
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Departure for Antsirabe. All along the road we will appreciate the beautiful traditional houses typical of the highlands. Arrival at Ambositra, visit of the workshops of the most famous Malagasy artisans; their know-how in marquetry and woodcarving better known as “art zafimaniry”, are so sublime that one can leave the city of Ambositra only after buying their product as a souvenir. Overnight at the hotel. Included: Breakfast and Dinner.

Day 8 : Antsirabe — Andasibe (6H45mn — 300Km)
Location: Andasibe
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Continuation of the road towards the East of Madagascar while admiring one last time the beautiful landscapes of the Highlands with their sumptuous valleys, small villages, and rice fields. Overnight at the hotel. Included: Breakfast and Dinner.

Day 9 : Analamazaotra Reserve
Location: Andasibe
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

In the morning, visit the Analamazaotra special reserve, where you can observe an immense diversity of fauna and flora, including the Indri indri which has several characterisitcs: it is the largest and the most noisy lemurs. The indri is also interesting due to the fact that it has no tail and above all, it is monogamous. In all, 12 species of lemurs live in this reserve, including the tawny lemur. In the afternoon, discovery of some tamed lemurs widespread throughout the sparse islets. Overnight at the hotel. Included: Breakfast and Dinner.

Day 10 : Andasibe — Tamatave (4H15 — 215Km)
Location: Toamasina
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Early departure for Tamatave. In the afternoon, visit of the city whose port is the largest in Madagascar. Overnight at the hotel. Included: Breakfast and Dinner.

Day 11 : Tamatave — Soanierana Ivongo — Sainte Marie (165Km / 4H30mn + 1H30mn Of Navigation)
Location: Sainte Marie
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Transfer to the port of Soanieran'Ivongo, then embarkation aboard a boat to reach Sainte Marie (Nosy Boraha), one of the most popular destinations in Madagascar. Reception and transfer to the hotel. Spend an unforgettable holiday on an authentic island in this place that offers all the opportunities that a traveller looking for a total change of scenery aspires: whale safari (July to September), whale festival (July), diving centres, expedition in primitive forests, magnificent beaches, water sports, etc ... Free afternoon. Overnight at the hotel. Included: Breakfast and Dinner

Day 12 : Free Stay
Location: Sainte Marie
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Free stay. Overnight at the hotel. Included: Breakfast and Dinner.

Day 13 : Sainte Marie — Antananarivo (1 Hour Flight)
Location: Antananarivo
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Transfer to the airport and flight to Antananarivo. Reception and transfer to the hotel. Overnight at the hotel. Included: Breakfast and Dinner. * Domestic flight Sainte-Marie — Antananarivo (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 a Visa Card. We can also book it if you want us to do so.

Day 14 : Antananarivo — International Flight
Location: Antananarivo
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast

Visit of the Dike craft market. Transfer to the airport for return international flight.

What's Included

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation in 2- or 3-star hotels in general

  • Airport Transfers at Destination

    All airport transfers are included

  • All Domestic Transportation (including internal flights)

    — Air conditioned vehicle (4WD or mini coach depending on the number of the participants) — Internal flights are EXCLUDED

  • Entrance Fees

  • Local Taxes

  • Meals – Half Board

    Dinner only on the 1st day, and breakfast only on the last day

What's Not Included

  • Country Entry Visas

    35 euros

  • International Travel

  • Tipping and Gratuities

  • Day 2 domestic flight Antananarivo - Tulear (between 150 euros and 250 euros), and Day 13 domestic flight Sainte Marie - Antananarivo (between 150 euros and 250 euros) are not included in the tour price

Check out our Q&As

  • Do you require a visa for this holiday?

    Yes, 35 euros

  • What documents will I receive before I travel?

    The vouchers mentioning all the services in the tour

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Can I join the tour once it has departed?

    Of course you can depending on the availability of the accomodations and the vehicles

  • 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.

  • Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

    For sure

  • Am I contributing to any charity by booking the tour?

    Yes we do.

Reviews of this Operator

Matesco  

The mesmerizing Isalo Window

17-Sep-2019

Our tour manager has an in-depth knowledge of Madagascar, a true OG of tourism. He gave us lots of tips. So is the chauffeur-guide who knew everything about the culture and history of the different people we met all along the journey. Btw if you miss the sunset at Isalo window, you will regret it. Make sure to be there on time

Anya  

Travel to Ifaty

23-Jan-2023

Let s just say our trip was off the chain, all thanks to the Bio D Island s team. They had everything handled from the moment we landed till our departure. It was like they were reading our minds when we look back at the way they took care of all the details. We did n have to worry about a thing from Tananarive to Ifaty, and could enjoy every single moment of the journey. You guys went above and beyond to make sure this tour was one to remember. To anyone who s looking 4 a top notch travel Xperience, Bio D Island is the one to go. Good job guys, appreciate.

Jo  

Five-star island

17-Sep-2019

The whole trip was so dope with Bio d Island. Their team helped us as much as they could during the preparation of our travel. Of course the hotels are not like those in Dubai or London, we’re in Madagascar, but nature at its finest guys ! A breathtaking 5-star island ! In short we had a hassle-free vacation. Already hyped for the next year’s trip with them

Dmitry  

Relaxed tour

14-Jan-2020

The tour was good and relaxed. It could be more intensive, but the problem is that local tourism in Madagascar is just developing, so there are not so many places of interest and some of them are not available during certain seasons.

Garcia  

RN7 trip

17-Sep-2019

We are coming back next year!!!

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    Bio D Island requires a minimum deposit of 30% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 30 days before departure.

  • 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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