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Tales of Adventure and Wonder in Northern Madagascar
Overview
Northern Madagascar unfolds like a storybook of adventure and enchantment.
From the emerald waters of the Three Bays to the mystical forests of Amber Mountain, every corner reveals a tale waiting to be told. Towering tsingy formations, vibrant markets, and tranquil islands weave together a journey filled with awe and discovery.
This tour takes you from the vibrant city of Antsiranana (Diego-Suarez) to the pristine beaches of Nosy Be, with stops at iconic natural wonders along the way.
Explore the mystical Amber Mountain National Park, marvel at the unique Red Tsingy formations, and discover the wildlife-rich Ankarana National Park.
Relax on the idyllic shores of Nosy Iranja and Nosy Komba, and experience the vibrant local culture through markets, villages, and traditional crafts.
Highlights
Trip highlights
- Amber Mountain National Park: Lush rainforests, hidden waterfalls, and diverse wildlife.
- Red Tsingy: Unique red limestone formations sculpted by nature.
- The Three Bays: Stunning coastal scenery perfect for hiking, kitesurfing, and relaxation.
- Nosy Komba: Meet playful lemurs and explore vibrant local villages.
Inclusions
What's included
- Hôtel : LUXURY, BUDGET
- Vehicle : 4WD Drive, Starex
- Botle water
Days 1 - 10
Let the wonders captivate your soul and ignite your spirit of exploration.
From the vibrant coastal city of Antsiranana to the serene beaches of Nosy Be, this itinerary is designed for adventurers and nature lovers alike.
DAY 1 : ANTSIRANANA AIRPORT
Upon your arrival at the airport of Antsiranana, meeting the tour guide and the driver at the exit. Transfer you to the hotel for checkin, next climbing the French mountain in the morning, return to the hotel after the visit to relax.DAY 2 : FULL-DAY VISIT OF AMBER MOUNTAIN
Full-day visit of the amber mountain national park to spot lemurs, reptiles, birds, waterfalls, crater lake and so on. Walking under the lush forest with its humidity will give you more chance to discover the fauna and flora. At noon, lunchon at mamabe. Return to the hotel in the afternoon.DAY 3 : THE EMERALD SEA
Perfect day at the emerald sea to chill, to do snorkeling, to do picnic by eating fresh seafood on the beach. The emerald sea is a paradise beach. Driving from Antsiranana to Ramena where you embark on the sailing wooden boat. Returning to ramena beach before the rough tide. Back to the hotel by car with the driverDAY 4 : THE THREE BAYS
Departure after your breakfast into the three bays, stop at sakalava bay to see a giant baobab ; sakalava bay is known for its beautiful spot of kitesurfing and windsurfing. Swim and chill on the white sandy DUNE beachn walking into the pigeon the bay to admire the stunning landscape. In the afternoon, drive to the red tsingy camp to overningt.DAY 5: THE RED ROCK(TSINGY)
After your breakfast, check out the hotel, heading to the red tsingy ; an extraordinary sandstone created by the erosion. Visit the forest of the tsingy, the canyon and the valley of the tsingy. After the visit drive to Ankarana to overnight.DAY 6 : FULL-DAY VISIT OF ANKARANA
After your breakfast, departure into the national park to explore the dry rocky forest, to see lemurs such as the crowned lemurs, sanford’s brown lemur and ankarana sportive lemur sleeping in the tree cavity during the day. Walking over the hanging bridge to enjoy the view over the grey karst limestone. For young, visit the bat cave in the afternoon after lunch to see concretion such as stalagmite and stallactite. In addition, you will see baobabs, dry sink hole, many species of birds while walking inside of this unique forest. Return to the hotel in the afternoonDAY 7 : TRANSFER TO ANKIFY-NOSY KOMBA
At 7 :00 am, departure to ankify where you board in a speed boat into Nosy Komba (island of lemurs) Arriving onto the island, relax at the hotel after the 3 : 30 mn drive.
DAY 8 : PERFECT DAY AT NOSY SAKATIA
Embark on the speed boat after your breakfast to do snorkeling at nosy sakatia to swim with the sea turtle. Return to the hotel in the afternoon
DAY 9 : NOSY KOMBA AND NOSY TANIKELY
Magical day to make selfie with lemurs at Nosy Komba, next ride to nosy tanikely which means the small island protected as a marine national park where fishing is banned to conserve the marine treasures. Swiming, chilling and enjoy the paradise beach. Return to the hotel in the afternoon at 3 : 00 before the rough tideDAY 10 : TRANSFER TO THE AIRPORT OF NOSY BE
Depending on your flight schedule, if your take-off is in the afternoon, visit the big local market of Nosy be, sacred trees where animist worship to the spirt. Otherwise in the morning, you will be transferred straight away to the airport by our team. END OF THE TOUR.
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