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Magical Madagascar holidays & tours
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There is nowhere on earth quite like Madagascar. Evolving in relative isolation for millions of years, much of the wildlife and plant-life found on the world’s fourth largest island exists nowhere else on the planet. From its iconic lemurs and soaring baobab trees to colourful chameleons and birds, plus some of the weirdest, most wonderful insect life around, this country is truly unique.
But that’s only the start of what you can discover on our Madagascar holidays, with spectacular landscapes across this remote tropical destination, from the forests of Ranomafana and Andasibe national parks to acres of sandstone canyons and gorges at Isalo National Park, or the otherworldly spiny rock formations known as the tsingy in the north of the country. And along the thousands of miles of coast, you’ll find mangroves and coral reefs, not to mention beautiful beaches.
There are cities to explore on our holidays to Madagascar as well. The capital, Antananarivo, is busy, colourful and chaotic, but makes a great introduction to local life as you soak up the sights, smells and sounds of this vibrant city. Or the former spa town of Antsirabe has a more European flavour, one of many cultures who’ve influenced Madagascar to result in this uniquely fascinating destination.
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Phil Ellis
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What our experts love about Madagascar
Madagascar is the single most unique destination I have ever travelled to. With its eccentric diversity of wildlife that inhabits this ancient island's varied habitats, it's a destination that must be seen to be believed. With creatures that you'll find nowhere else on earth and natural beauty and landscapes that compare with very little else, Madagascar never stops amazing me.
What are the best places to visit in Madagascar?
It’s the wildlife which tempts most visitors to Madagascar so the national parks like Andasibe, Ranomafana and Isola should top the list, as well as time to relax on the beach and explore the vibrant cities including capital Antananarivo.
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Antananarivo
The country’s capital Antananarivo marks the starting point for most Madagascar holidays. Known more simply as Tana, its cooler highland location is home to the palace complex called the Rova, towering above the colourful streets and colonial architecture. There’s also a chance to learn more about the country’s history in the city’s museums and find handcrafted souvenirs in the markets, as well as views of zebu (as the cattle here are called) among the paddy fields set alongside the bustling streets.
The country’s capital Antananarivo marks the starting point for most Madagascar holidays. Known more simply as Tana, its cooler highland location is home to the palace complex called the Rova, towering above the colourful streets and colonial architecture. There’s also a chance to learn more about the country’s history in the city’s museums and find handcrafted souvenirs in the markets, as well as views of zebu (as the cattle here are called) among the paddy fields set alongside the bustling streets.
Isalo National Park
This dramatic national park covers 815 square kilometres and unlike some of the other lush forests, you’ll find dramatic canyons, impressive gorges, waterfalls and spiky pinnacles among the rugged sandstone rocks. La Fenêtre de l’Isalo’ rock formation is unmissable; time your visit right to watch the sun setting through this natural window. Beyond the eye-catching scenery, Isalo National Park is home to brown and ring-tailed lemurs as well as sifaka, and was once used as a burial place by the Bara people, with tombs still visible inside some of the rocks.
This dramatic national park covers 815 square kilometres and unlike some of the other lush forests, you’ll find dramatic canyons, impressive gorges, waterfalls and spiky pinnacles among the rugged sandstone rocks. La Fenêtre de l’Isalo’ rock formation is unmissable; time your visit right to watch the sun setting through this natural window. Beyond the eye-catching scenery, Isalo National Park is home to brown and ring-tailed lemurs as well as sifaka, and was once used as a burial place by the Bara people, with tombs still visible inside some of the rocks.
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Ranomafana National Park
The only place where greater bamboo and golden bamboo lemurs are known to be found on the planet, Ranomafana National Park is a haven for some of Madagascar’s rarest inhabitants. This steamy jungle is a mix of rainforest and cloudforest, and home to beautiful waterfalls, as well as birds, lizards and butterflies galore which you can discover as you hike through the verdant undergrowth. The park’s name means ‘hot water’ in Malagasy and is named for the thermal springs around the area, perfect to soak in after a day’s hiking.
The only place where greater bamboo and golden bamboo lemurs are known to be found on the planet, Ranomafana National Park is a haven for some of Madagascar’s rarest inhabitants. This steamy jungle is a mix of rainforest and cloudforest, and home to beautiful waterfalls, as well as birds, lizards and butterflies galore which you can discover as you hike through the verdant undergrowth. The park’s name means ‘hot water’ in Malagasy and is named for the thermal springs around the area, perfect to soak in after a day’s hiking.
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Andasibe
One of the best-known national parks in Andasibe and the closest to Antananarivo, this tropical rainforest is home to at least nine species of lemur including the endangered indri, the largest of all the lemur species that’s known for its distinctively loud call. As you hike under the trees, you’ll also find some of Madagascar’s other unique species here, from orchids to chameleons and birds, along with brown lemurs, woolly lemurs and grey bamboo lemurs, plus several types of sifaka, including diademed sifaka.
One of the best-known national parks in Andasibe and the closest to Antananarivo, this tropical rainforest is home to at least nine species of lemur including the endangered indri, the largest of all the lemur species that’s known for its distinctively loud call. As you hike under the trees, you’ll also find some of Madagascar’s other unique species here, from orchids to chameleons and birds, along with brown lemurs, woolly lemurs and grey bamboo lemurs, plus several types of sifaka, including diademed sifaka.
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