8-Day Aye Aye and Blue Lagoon
Overview
Tour Overview
Madagascar Safari: As its name suggests, Aye Aye and Blue Lagoon is a tour that combines nature and a stay at the sea. Nature lovers will be delighted by the ease of
Day by Day
Itinerary
Indri Indri
Day 1Indri Indri Indri Indri Upon arrival, your driver guide will warmly welcome and brief you about the trip. You will then depart for Andasibe, a small village east of the island. This village is renowned for its national park, which offers visitors a unique experience at the heart of tropical biodiversity. The park is best known for its exceptional flora and fauna, making it a must-see destination for nature and wildlife lovers. Upon arrival at your hotel, you will be assisted with the check-in process. In the evening, there will be a nocturnal visit (walk) to the edge of the national park. You will spend the night at Relais de Mantadia on a bed-and-breakfast basis. 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: Relais de Mantadia Mid-range hotel located less than 1hr drive from Andasibe-Mantadia NP +8 Photos +7 Photos Meals & Drinks: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drink
The Nestled Dream
Day 2The Nestled Dream The Nestled Dream After breakfast, we will visit Analamazaotra National Park for approximately 2 hours to see the indri, the largest lemur in the world. Then, we will depart for Manambato with a free lunch. Upon arrival at Manambato, we will transfer by boat to the Pangalanes Channel and check in at our hotel. In the evening, we will go on a nocturnal visit to meet the aye-aye or Daubentonia Madagscariensis, the famous lemur. We will stay at the Palmarium Hotel on a bed-and-breakfast basis. The Pangalanes Channel is the longest and least known channel in the world, measuring 645km (400mi), compared to the Suez Canal's 165km (102mi) and the Panama Canal's 80km (50mi). Main Destination: Palmarium Reserve Best Time To Go August to November (Less rainfall) High Season July, August and December holidays (It gets very busy) Best Weather Accommodation: Palmarium Hotel Mid-range lodge located inside Palmarium Reserve +8 Photos +7 Photos Meals & Drinks: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included
Immersion with the Locals
Day 3Immersion with the Locals Immersion with the Locals In the morning, you will have a 2-hour visit to the Ankanin'ny Nofy Reserve, also known as the Dream Nest. The reserve is located on a 50-hectare site near Ampitabe Lake and the Indian Ocean, at the level of the Pangalanes Pass. You will have the opportunity to see several species of lemurs roaming freely in the reserve, including families of indri, coronatus, Daubentonia Madagascriensis, and Propithecus. The reserve also boasts an exquisite flora of orchids, carnivorous plants, ebony, mahogany, and traveler's trees. You will also encounter beautiful palms, typical to Madagascar, such as Dypsis, Ravenea, Orania, Voaniala, and Lemurophoenix. Approximately 2 to 3 hours of walk awaits you. In the afternoon, you will visit Andranokoditra's village, which will allow you to immerse yourself in the daily life of the villagers on the banks of the canal and experience the legendary Malagasy way of life of the Betsimisaraka ethnic group. Main Destination: Palmarium Reserve Accommodation: Palmarium Hotel Mid-range lodge located inside Palmarium Reserve Meals & Drinks: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included
East Coast
Day 4East Coast East Coast After enjoying breakfast, we will take a boat transfer to Toamasina, the main commercial port and the second-largest town on the island. It serves as the capital of the Eastern Province and is the center of the Betsimisaraka ethnic group. Upon arrival, lunch will be provided, and we will drive to Mahambo. We will check-in and stay overnight at La Pirogue Hotel. Our accommodation includes breakfast. Main Destination: Mahambo (Town) Accommodation: La Pirogue Hotel Mid-range hotel located in Mahambo (Town) +8 Photos +7 Photos Meals & Drinks: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included
Blue Lagoon
Day 5Blue Lagoon Blue Lagoon After breakfast at the hotel, we proceed with a boat transfer to Sainte Marie. Sainte Marie, also known as Nosy Boraha, is a tropical destination off the east coast of Madagascar. This small island is 49km (39mi) long and 5km (3mi) wide, and it offers an idyllic landscape of small fishing villages and unspoiled beaches. Authentic and unspoiled, it promises a change of scenery! Enjoy a free lunch and spend the afternoon at leisure. An overnight stay at Riake Resort & Villa with breakfast is included. Main Destination: Nosy Boraha Accommodation: Riake Resort & Villa Mid-range resort located on Nosy Boraha +6 Photos +5 Photos Meals & Drinks: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included
Leisure Time at Nosy Boraha
Day 6Leisure Time at Nosy Boraha Leisure Time at Nosy Boraha Enjoy a day of relaxation and leisure in complete freedom on the beautiful beaches of Sainte Marie. Whether you are a fan of idyllic beaches, want to explore the sea by scuba diving, or go on whale-watching safaris, Sainte Marie has it all. You will overnight at the Riake Resort & Villa on a bed-and-breakfast basis. Main Destination: Nosy Boraha Accommodation: Riake Resort & Villa Mid-range resort located on Nosy Boraha Meals & Drinks: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included
Back to the Capital
Day 7Back to the Capital Back to the Capital Have breakfast and then transfer to the airport for your flight to Antananarivo, according to the flight schedule. Lunch will be at your own expense, and then you will be transferred to your hotel in Antananarivo. If time permits, you can visit the upper city of Antananarivo. You will stay overnight at Le Combava Hotel with breakfast included the following day. Main Destination: Antananarivo (City) Accommodation: Le Combava Hotel Mid-range hotel located in Antananarivo (City) +8 Photos +7 Photos Meals & Drinks: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included
Departure
Day 8Departure Departure Depending on your flight schedule, proceed to the airport for your return flight. Our services conclude here. Main Destination: Antananarivo (City) 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 261 Exp, 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 change. Rates include a fixed budget for flights during this tour. If flights cost more, your quote will reflect this. The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability. If an accommodation is fully booked, the operator will suggest a comparable alternative. This tour is subject to the terms & con
What's covered
Included & Excluded
Included
- A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Not Included
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
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