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Discover Madagascar’s Southern Wildlife

Antananarivo, Antsirabe & Southern National Parks

Best time to travel
Jul – Dec
Ideal length
14 nights
Perfect for
Couples
From (incl flights)
€4,849 pp

At a glance

  • International return flights from Dublin to Antananarivo, Madagascar.
  • All private vehicle transfers, boat transfers, internal flights and guiding requirements.
  • 14 nights’ accommodation in Antananarivo, Antsirabe, Ranomafana, Fianarantsoa, Ranohira, Antsokay and Anakao.
  • Privately guided tours through the national parks of Southern Madagascar.
  • Insightful excursions including a heritage walking tour in Antananarivo, visit to the village of the Betsileo tribespeople and a guided excursion to the botanical gardens of Arboretum d’ Antsokay.
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Introduction

Set out on an exploration of Madagascar’s southern national parks, renowned for their surreal landscapes of towering baobabs and sandstone canyons. Home to the beloved lemur, colourful reptiles and tropical birds, prepare for wonderfully rewarding encounters. A destination with staggering beauty, our expert local guides will also stop along the way to introduce you to colourful village markets, botanical gardens and natural rock pools.

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Trip Overview

Depart from Dublin to Antananarivo, the capital of Madagascar.

Your private driver will be waiting to transfer you to your hotel where you will spend two nights. We’ve arranged a hands-on excursion to learn about the fine Malagasy cocoa bean, starting from the plant to the dried fermented bean.

Learn about the history of Antananarivo.

On your first morning, enjoy a heritage walking tour with a local English-speaking historian guide, stopping off at beautiful sites like the Queen’s Palace, historic remnants of the ancient fortress of Ambohimanga and the hilltop palace of Andafiavaratra.

Explore Antananarivo with a historian on your luxury holiday to Madagascar
Transfer to Antsirabe, where you will visit an aluminium workshop en route.

Spend two nights in Antsirabe and make sure to visit the colourful Asabotsy Market. You’ll then transfer to Ranomafana for your two-night stay.

Spend two nights in Antsirabé on your luxury holiday to Madagascar
Explore Ranomafana National Park on daily guided excursions.

A beautiful Madagascan rainforest, take guided walks through the cloud forest in search of native wildlife like the blue vanga bird, geckos, mongoose and a total of 12 types of lemur including the fascinating and rare bamboo lemur.

Spot bamboo lemur as you explore Ranomafana National Park on your luxury Madagascan holiday
Visit the tribes of Madagascar.

Spend one night in the ancient town of Fianarantsoa and visit a local village of the Betsileo people, a name that means “the many invincible ones”. Learn about their Malayo-Indonesian culture and their strong beliefs in witch doctors and astrologists.

Meet the Betsileo tribespeople during your luxury holiday to Madagascar
Take a scenic drive to Ranohira, stopping off at the Anjà Community Reserve en route.

A beautiful woodland area with a freshwater lake, it’s a wonderful place to stop and admire the ring tailed lemurs that live in the surrounding area. You’ll then arrive at your hotel for your three-night stay.

Spot ring-tailed lemurs on a scenic drive to Anjà Community Reserve during your luxury Madagascan holiday
Explore Isalo National Park with your private guide.

Spend the next two days setting out on guided hikes through the sandstone plateau. Discover various lemur species and wind through the sandstone canyons. We’ll take you to a nearby natural rock pool for a refreshing afternoon dip.

During your luxury holiday to Madagascar, visit Isalo National Park
Visit Zombitse National Park, home to deciduous forest, savannah and marshland.

Admire the incredible towering baobabs and prepare for wonderful encounters with many types of lemur on your guided walk. We’ll then transfer you to your nearby hotel for your overnight stay.

Admire the incredible towering baobab trees in Zombitse National Park during your luxury Madagascan holiday
Admire the botanical gardens of Arboretum d’ Antsokay.

Alongside your guide, witness the sheer diversity of plant species, 90% of which are endemic and 80% of which are considered medicinal. Keep on the lookout for resident wildlife too, especially the warty chameleon and radiated tortoise.

Look out for chameleon in Arboretum d’ Antsokay botanical gardens during your luxury Madagascan holiday
Transfer to the harbour and take a boat to the coastal fishing village of Anakao.

Spend three nights in a luxury ocean lodge, relaxing on the shores and setting out on marine activities like whale watching, canoeing, sunset cruises, diving and snorkelling.

During your luxury holiday to Madagascar, spend three nights in Anakao
Explore the wonders of Tsimanampetsotsa.

With your private guide, set out on a day trip to the nature reserve which was named after its wonderful lake. One of Madagascar’s finest highlights, admire the soaring trees, flamingos flapping their colourful wings over the lake and inquisitive resident lemurs.

Flamingos on luxury holiday to Namibia
Take a short flight and transfer to Antananarivo, the capital of Madagascar.

Spend a night in a central hotel, relaxing by the pool and in the landscaped gardens.

Spend the last night of your luxury Madagascan holiday in Antananarivo
Transfer to the international airport for your flight home.

Arrive in Dublin.

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Accommodation

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Maison Gallieni

Maison Gallieni

Built in 1879, Maison Gallieni is a historic guesthouse situated in the cultural district of Tananarive. A boutique accommodation, the property offers a heated garden pool surrounded by sun loungers and tropical foliage.

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Couleur Café Antsirabe

Couleur Café Antsirabe

Couleur Café is a charming guesthouse in Antsirabe featuring a collection of brick bungalows that are situated around the manicured gardens. Interiors are traditional, with cosy furnishings and local artwork.

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Centrest Sejour

Centrest Sejour

Just a short distance from the gates of Ranomafana National Park lies the Centrest Sejour Hotel. The boutique property features a small selection of guestrooms as well as a restaurant, bar and gift shop.

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Ecole hôtelière La Rizière

Ecole Hôtelière La Rizière

La Rizière is a boutique property situated at the foot of Fianarantsoa’s old town. It offers a charming stay with beautiful views over the rice-growing valley. Interiors and gardens are traditional and elegant.

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Hotel Relais de la Reine

Hotel Relais de la Reine

Hotel Relais de la Reine is a family-run property on the borders of the celebrated Isalo National Park. The hotel features traditional interiors that blend perfectly with the surrounding nature trails.

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Auberge de la Table

Auberge de la Table

The boutique property of Auberge de la Table lies within the botanical gardens of Antsokay Arboretum. The thatched property features stylish interiors which open out onto the estate gardens and pool.

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Anakao Ocean Lodge

Anakao Ocean Lodge

Anakao Ocean Lodge is a peaceful property set on the idyllic shores of Andovoke Bay. Overlooking the island of Nosy Ve, the property is surrounded by a calm lagoon perfect for a variety of water sports.

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Relais Des Plateaux Hotel & Spa

Relais Des Plateaux Hotel & Spa

Relais Des Plateaux is a traditional property found just outside the capital city of Antananarivo. Interiors are cosy and feature a selection of local Madagascan artwork. The gardens feature a spacious pool.

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