11-Day Wild Madagascar - Tsiribihina - Tsingy Expedition

Arrival in Antananarivo

Day 1Arrival in Antananarivo Arrival in Antananarivo Welcome to Madagascar! Upon arrival at Ivato International Airport, you will be greeted and transferred to your hotel in Antananarivo. Depending on your arrival time, you can explore the city, visit the Queen’s Palace, or relax at your hotel. You'll enjoy a delicious Malagasy dinner at a local restaurant. Main Destination: Antananarivo (City) Accommodation: Le Fred Hotel Mid-range hotel located in Antananarivo (City) +3 Photos Meals & Drinks: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included

Antananarivo to Antsirabe

Day 2Antananarivo to Antsirabe Antananarivo to Antsirabe After breakfast, you will depart for Antsirabe, a picturesque town known for its cool climate and artisanal culture. The drive takes you through scenic highland landscapes dotted with rice fields and traditional Merina villages. Upon arrival, you will discover the charming atmosphere of Antsirabe with its colonial architecture and colorful pousse-pousses. In the afternoon, visit local workshops specializing in gemstones, zebu horn crafts, and miniature bicycles. The day ends with free time to stroll through the city center or relax at your hotel. Main Destination: Antsirabe (City) Accommodation: Le Royal Palace Hotel Mid-range hotel located in Antsirabe (City) +5 Photos +4 Photos Meals & Drinks: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included

Antsirabe - Miandrivazo

Day 3Antsirabe - Miandrivazo Antsirabe - Miandrivazo After breakfast, you continue your journey toward Miandrivazo, descending gradually from the cool highlands to the warmer western region. The drive offers beautiful panoramic views of open savannas, rocky formations, and rural villages. You will arrive in Miandrivazo in the early afternoon, giving you time to settle into your hotel. The rest of the day is dedicated to preparing for the upcoming river expedition on the Mahajilo and Tsiribihina Rivers. You can also enjoy a peaceful walk around the town, known for its relaxed atmosphere and golden sunsets. Main Destination: Miandrivazo (Town) Accommodation: Soa Lia Hotel Mid-range hotel located in Miandrivazo (Town) +11 Photos +10 Photos Meals & Drinks: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included

Tsiribihina River

Day 4Tsiribihina River Tsiribihina River After breakfast, you will take our 4X4 and continue further to the southwest to join the marvelous Tsiribihina River, where you are going to start the river tour. Today, you will have a full-day safari on a canoe by admiring the beauty of the riverside with birds and the village people canoeing the canoe to their rice field. A nice bath at the water of nosy nampela will take place before you head to the place where you are going to camp. Here, you will see some lemurs. They will be the first lemurs; then, they will come closer to you. Just prepare some bananas. Main Destination: Tsiribihina (Town) Accommodation: Budget camping Meals & Drinks: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included

Tsiribihina River

Day 5Tsiribihina River Tsiribihina River After your silent night camping and an early breakfast, you will continue the trip. Today is another amazing day at the river. It will get more and more exciting all the way long. There will be baobabs as well as parrots and other species of birds and crocodiles around as well as sometimes fishermen and people planting around. Main Destination: Tsiribihina (Town) Accommodation: Budget camping Meals & Drinks: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included

Tsiribihina River - Bekopaka

Day 6Tsiribihina River - Bekopaka Tsiribihina River - Bekopaka Today is our last morning on the river. After your camping on the riverside in the morning, you will continue canoeing a little. Then, you'll take a zebu chart reaching our FWD. When you meet the driver, you will get into the FWD and continue to Bekopaka. On the way, you will cross the Tsiribihina River again on a ferry boat. After the ferry, you will stop for lunch. Later, you'll carry on till Bekopaka. On arrival, you will check into the hotel for overnight accommodation. Main Destination: Bekopaka (Town) Accommodation: Orchidée du Bemaraha Hotel Mid-range hotel located in Bekopaka (Town) +4 Photos +3 Photos Meals & Drinks: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included

Visit the Tsingy of Bemaraha National Park

Day 7Visit the Tsingy of Bemaraha National Park Visit the Tsingy of Bemaraha National Park In the morning, you'll explore the Grand Tsingy, a UNESCO-listed limestone forest with breathtaking rock formations and hanging bridges. In the afternoon, you'll have the option to visit the Petit Tsingy, which offers an easier hike and beautiful viewpoints. You'll return to your lodge for a well-deserved rest. Main Destination: Bemaraha National Park Best Time To Visit May to October (Best hiking weather) High Season July and August (Some of the trails get busy) Best Weather July and August Wildlife in Bemaraha NP Decken's Sifaka Common Peter'sMouse Lemur Common Western RedForest Rat Common Leaf-tailedGeckos Common BemarahaSportive Lemur Common Show more MadagascarStraw-coloredFruit Bat Common BemarahaWoolly Lemur Occasional RufousBrown Lemur Occasional Fat-tailedDwarf Lemur Occasional Stump-tailedChameleon Occasional Ring-tailedMongoose Rare MadagascarGround Boa Rare Fossa Very Rare Aye-aye Very Rare Accommodation: Orchidée du Bemaraha Hotel Mid-range hotel located less than 1hr drive from Bemaraha NP Meals & Drinks: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included

Bekopaka - Kirindy Reserve - Baobab Alley - Morondava

Day 8Bekopaka - Kirindy Reserve - Baobab Alley - Morondava Bekopaka - Kirindy Reserve - Baobab Alley - Morondava You'll depart early for Kirindy Reserve, a unique wildlife haven home to the elusive fossa, various lemur species, and rare birds. You'll explore the forest’s diverse ecosystems, spotting these incredible creatures in their natural habitat. Afterward, you will head to Morondava and arrive in time for the iconic Baobab Alley sunset, where the towering, ancient baobab trees are bathed in golden light, creating a truly magical and unforgettable moment in Madagascar. Main Destination: Allee Des Baobabs (Highlight) Accommodation: Vezo Beach Hotel Morondava Mid-range hotel located less than 1hr drive from Allée des Baobabs (Highlight) +9 Photos +8 Photos Meals & Drinks: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included

Morondava - Antsirabe

Day 9Morondava - Antsirabe Morondava - Antsirabe You'll drive back through Madagascar’s highlands towards Antsirabe, a charming colonial town known for its thermal springs and artisan workshops. Depending on your arrival, you will explore the city, visit a local craft market, or enjoy a traditional Malagasy dinner. Main Destination: Antsirabe (City) Accommodation: Le Royal Palace Hotel Mid-range hotel located in Antsirabe (City) Meals & Drinks: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included

Antsirabe - Antananarivo

Day 10Antsirabe - Antananarivo Antsirabe - Antananarivo After breakfast at the hotel, depart Antsirabe and drive back to Antananarivo. The scenic journey through the central highlands offers final views of rice fields, villages, and everyday rural life. Along the way, there may be opportunities to stop for photos or local handicraft shopping, depending on time. Upon arrival in Antananarivo, check in at your hotel and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure. Main Destination: Ivato International Airport (Antananarivo) Accommodation: Le Fred Hotel Mid-range hotel located in Antananarivo (City) Meals & Drinks: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included

Transfer out

Day 11Transfer out Transfer out After breakfast at the hotel, transfer to Ivato International Airport for your international departure. We ensure arrival at the airport at least two hours prior to your departure time. With unforgettable memories of Madagascar’s wildlife, culture, and landscapes, we bid you farewell and wish you a safe journey home. Main Destination: Ivato International Airport (Antananarivo) 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 Mi Travel Agency, 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. The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to avail