12-Day Classic Madagascar Tour

Arrival in Antananarivo

Day 1Arrival in Antananarivo Arrival in Antananarivo Upon arrival at Ivato International Airport, you will be met by your private English-speaking guide for a transfer to your hotel in Antananarivo’s historic Upper Town. Affectionately known as "Tana," the capital is a captivating blend of tradition and history, characterized by its unique architecture and a cultural heritage that reflects a deeper Indonesian influence than the coastal regions of Madagascar. Main Destination: Antananarivo (City) Accommodation: Maison Gallieni Luxury guest house located in Antananarivo (City) +6 Photos +5 Photos Meals & Drinks: Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) Drinks not included

Transfer to Andasibe-Mantadia National Park

Day 2Transfer to Andasibe-Mantadia National Park Transfer to Andasibe-Mantadia National Park After breakfast, journey east to Andasibe, a scenic four-hour drive through rural landscapes of rice fields and redbrick houses. This rainforest region includes the Perinet Special Reserve, world-renowned for its Indri lemurs. In the afternoon, visit Lemur Island at Vakona Lodge to encounter habituated species, including bamboo, brown, and black-and-white ruffed lemurs, alongside the diademed sifaka, offering an intimate introduction to Madagascar’s iconic wildlife. Main Destination: Andasibe-Mantadia National Park Best Time To Visit April, May, October and November (Best weather, less rain) High Season July, August and December holidays (The park is busy) Best Weather April, May, October and November Wildlife in Andasibe-Mantadia NP Indri Common CommonBrown Lemur Common OtherChameleons Common Leaf-tailedGeckos Common Diademed Sifaka Occasional Show more Red-belliedLemur Occasional GreyBamboo Lemur Occasional Mouse Lemurs Occasional Sportive Lemurs Occasional Parson'sChameleon Occasional Painted Mantella Occasional Black-and-whiteRuffed Lemur Rare MadagascarTree Boa Rare Fossa Very Rare Accommodation: Mantadia Lodge Mid-range lodge located outside Andasibe-Mantadia NP +6 Photos +5 Photos Meals & Drinks: All meals included Drinks not included

Andasibe-Mantadia National Park

Day 3Andasibe-Mantadia National Park Andasibe-Mantadia National Park Following breakfast, embark on a full-day expedition to Mantadia National Park, a pristine "naturalist’s goldmine" located 1.5 hours from your lodge. While the trails are more rugged than those in Perinet, the rewards are immense, featuring taller, wilder forest and rare sightings of lemurs like the indri and diademed sifaka, as well as exotic birds like the pitta-like ground roller. Enjoy a scenic picnic lunch by the Rianasoa Waterfall before returning to the lodge, where you may opt for a guided evening walk to discover the region's diverse nocturnal residents. Main Destination: Andasibe-Mantadia National Park Accommodation: Mantadia Lodge Mid-range lodge located outside Andasibe-Mantadia NP Meals & Drinks: All meals included Drinks not included

Andasibe (Perinet Reserve) to Antananarivo

Day 4Andasibe (Perinet Reserve) to Antananarivo Andasibe (Perinet Reserve) to Antananarivo After an early breakfast, explore the 810-hectare Perinet Reserve, a vital sanctuary for the iconic Indri - a unique lemur known for its distinctive markings and inability to survive in captivity. Guided by a local expert, you’ll traverse rainforests rich in orchids and endemic birdlife, searching for eleven other lemur species including the diademed sifaka and black-and-white ruffed lemur. After a morning immersed in this biodiversity hotspot, enjoy lunch before driving back to Antananarivo to settle into your hotel for the evening. Main Destination: Antananarivo (City) Accommodation: Novotel Convention & Spa Antananarivo Luxury hotel located in Antananarivo (City) +9 Photos +8 Photos Meals & Drinks: Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included) Drinks not included

Air Transfer to Fort Dauphin

Day 5Air Transfer to Fort Dauphin Air Transfer to Fort Dauphin Today, you’ll fly from Ivato to Fort Dauphin, where you’ll enjoy lunch at one of the town’s premier restaurants before a scenic four-hour drive to the stunning Mandrare River Camp. After settling into your luxury tented suite with sweeping river views, you'll embark on a late-afternoon walk into the prehistoric Spiny Forest of Zenavo. This immersive excursion offers a front-row seat to the forest’s transition as diurnal sifakas settle for the night and nocturnal inhabitants - including mouse lemurs, sportive lemurs, and chameleons - begin to awaken, providing a captivating introduction to this unique ecosystem. Main Destination: Fort Dauphin (Town) Accommodation: Mandrare River Camp Luxury tented camp located just outside Ifotaka Forest +18 Photos +17 Photos Meals & Drinks: All meals included Drinks not included Day 6-7Mandrare River Camp Mandrare River Camp After breakfast, cross the Mandrare River to explore the sacred gallery forest, home to inquisitive ring-tailed lemurs and entertaining Verreaux sifaka. Following lunch and a relaxed afternoon by the pool, venture into the sacred spiny forest, where unique flora surrounds the ancestral tombs of the Antandroy people. Guided by a private expert and a local tracker, you’ll gain an intimate introduction to Antandroy culture and traditions before concluding the day with sundowners on the tranquil banks of the Mandrare River. Main Destination: Fort Dauphin

Transfer to Fort Dauhphin and fly to Tana

Day 8Transfer to Fort Dauhphin and fly to Tana Transfer to Fort Dauhphin and fly to Tana Following breakfast, you will take a four-hour drive back to Fort Dauphin in time for your flight to Antananarivo. Upon landing at Ivato International Airport, you will be met by an English-speaking representative and transferred to your hotel conveniently located near the airport. Settle into your Superior Room and enjoy the hotel's excellent facilities, including its highly-regarded restaurant, providing a comfortable and seamless transition before the next leg of your journey. Main Destination: Antananarivo (City) Accommodation: Novotel Convention & Spa Antananarivo Luxury hotel located in Antananarivo (City) Meals & Drinks: All meals included Drinks not included

Charter to Masoala Forest Lodge

Day 9Charter to Masoala Forest Lodge Charter to Masoala Forest Lodge Following an early breakfast, fly to Maroantsetra to reach the Masoala Peninsula, home to Madagascar's largest protected rainforest and the endemic red-ruffed lemur. Your adventure continues with a scenic two-hour boat crossing of Antongil Bay - where dolphins and whales are frequently spotted - to Masoala Forest Lodge. After settling into your elevated tree-house, spend the afternoon exploring the coastal forest and pristine beaches, perhaps spotting white-fronted brown lemurs on a guided walk to Tampolo Point. Conclude your day with sundowners on the sand and dinner in the beach house, fully immersed in this remote tropical paradise. Main Destination: Masoala National Park Best Time To Visit August to November (Less rain) High Season July, August and December holidays (Though the park doesn’t get busy) Best Weather August to November Wildlife in Masoala NP Red Ruffed Lemur Common HumpbackWhale Common White-frontedBrown Lemur Common Masoala SportiveLemur Common Leaf-tailedGeckos Common Show more MasoalaWoolly Lemur Occasional MasoalaFork-marked Lemur Occasional Mouse Lemurs Occasional Tomato Frog Occasional PantherChameleon Occasional LowlandStreaked Tenrec Rare GreaterHedgehog Tenrec Rare Aye-aye Very Rare Fossa Very Rare Accommodation: Masoala Forest Lodge Mid-range lodge located inside Masoala NP +6 Photos +5 Photos Meals & Drinks: All meals included Drinks not included Day 10-11Explore Masoala

Fly back to Tana and connect home

Day 12Fly back to Tana and connect home Fly back to Tana and connect home This morning, you will return to Maroantsetra by boat in time for your scheduled charter flight back to Antananarivo. Upon arrival at Ivato International Airport, your driver-guide will be on hand to assist you with the check-in process for your onward international flight, ensuring a seamless and stress-free conclusion to your extraordinary Madagascar adventure. Main Destination: No major destination visited Accommodation: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals & Drinks: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included End of tour (See Getting There for more details)End of tour (See Getting There for more details) Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost. You'll be dropped off at the airport. Interested in This Tour? Request a Quote We advise requesting quotes from 3 operators (Learn why) Requests are sent directly to the tour operator If preferred, you can contact the tour operator directly Next: Overview Next: Day by Day Next: Rates Next: Inclusions Next: Getting There Next: Offered By Best price guarantee Your request will be sent directly to the operator If preferred, you can contact the operator directly Next: Request a Quote Request a Quote Disclaimer This tour is offered by Wayfairer Travel, not SafariBookings. This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings. If you request changes to this tour, the advertised rates will likely ch