Beach & Relaxation
8 Days Madagascar Baobabs and Nosy Be Beach Tour
8 Days
beach
Madagascar
Duration
8 Days
Max Guests
20 People
Destinations
Madagascar
Type
beach
Pricing:
On request — send us your dates and group size for a tailored quote.
About This Tour
Experience the authentic beauty of Western Madagascar on an 8-day journey combining iconic landscapes, unique wildlife and tropical island life. Discover Morondava, gateway to the legendary Avenue of the Baobabs, and explore Kirindy Forest, home to Madagascar's endemic wildlife and exceptional biodiversity. Continue to Nosy Be for four days of relaxation and discovery between turquoise waters, marine adventures and fragrant ylang-ylang plantations. Best travel period is mid-June to mid-November.
Highlights
The iconic Avenue of the Baobabs
Wildlife discovery in Kirindy Forest
Morondava and its authentic atmosphere
The turquoise waters of Nosy Be
Ylang-ylang plantations and tropical landscapes
Day-by-Day Itinerary
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Day 1
Arrival in Antananarivo
Day 1
Arrival in Antananarivo
Upon arrival at Antananarivo International Airport, meet and greet with the team, followed by a private transfer to the hotel. Check in and rest at leisure. Overnight at Tamboho or similar on a bed and breakfast basis.
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Day 2
Antananarivo – Morondava – Kirindy
Day 2
Antananarivo – Morondava – Kirindy
After breakfast, transfer to Antananarivo Airport for the domestic flight to Morondava. On arrival, the team welcomes guests and the adventure begins: depart by 4x4 vehicle towards Kirindy Forest, approximately 60 km from Morondava. The journey travels off the beaten track through spectacular landscapes and typical Malagasy villages. Dinner and overnight at Relais du Kirindy or equivalent on a half-board basis.
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Day 3
Kirindy – Morondava: Wildlife and Sunset at the Baobabs
Day 3
Kirindy – Morondava: Wildlife and Sunset at the Baobabs
After breakfast, explore Kirindy Forest on a morning guided walk, discovering Madagascar's unique wildlife and endemic flora in their natural habitat. Lunch at the hotel is at own expense. In the afternoon, drive back to Morondava, the capital of the Menabe Region, stopping en route at the legendary Avenue of the Baobabs. Admire the majestic trees as they glow in the evening light, including the famous Baobab Lovers and Twin Baobabs. Dinner and overnight at Palissandre Côte Ouest or equivalent on a half-board basis.
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Day 4
Morondava – Antananarivo
Day 4
Morondava – Antananarivo
After breakfast, transfer to Morondava Airport for the domestic flight back to Antananarivo. On arrival, transfer to the hotel for free time at leisure. Overnight at Tamboho or similar on a bed and breakfast basis.
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Day 5
Antananarivo – Nosy Be
Day 5
Antananarivo – Nosy Be
Depending on the flight schedule, transfer to Antananarivo Airport for the domestic flight to Nosy Be. On arrival, the team welcomes guests and accompanies them to the hotel. Check in and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure in Madagascar's famous island paradise. Dinner and overnight at a Nosy Be hotel or similar.
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Day 6
Nosy Komba and Nosy Tanikely Island Excursion
Day 6
Nosy Komba and Nosy Tanikely Island Excursion
After breakfast, depart from Hell-Ville by speedboat towards Nosy Komba, a beautiful island renowned for its traditional crafts and rich biodiversity; the journey takes approximately 30 to 45 minutes. At Ampangorina village, discover local handicrafts and colourful handmade textiles, then explore the island's wildlife, including lemurs, chameleons, reptiles and tortoises. Continue by boat to Nosy Tanikely, surrounded by a protected coral reef, for swimming and snorkelling, with the possibility of lunch on the island. Return to Nosy Be in the early afternoon. Dinner and overnight at a Nosy Be hotel or similar.
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Day 7
Nosy Be City Tour and Mont Passot Sunset
Day 7
Nosy Be City Tour and Mont Passot Sunset
After breakfast, discover Hell-Ville, the lively main town of Nosy Be, with its colourful local market and the Lemuria Land private reserve, home to lemurs and other wildlife. Continue with a visit to a traditional ylang-ylang distillery. Lunch is not included. At around 15:30, depart by car for Mont Passot, the highest point of Nosy Be, for panoramic views over the island and its lakes as the sun sets. Return to the hotel around 18:30. Dinner and overnight at a Nosy Be hotel or similar.
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Day 8
Departure from Nosy Be
Day 8
Departure from Nosy Be
After breakfast, enjoy final moments in Nosy Be before the transfer to Fascene Airport according to the flight schedule. The Madagascar adventure ends with wonderful memories of the baobabs, wildlife and turquoise islands of Nosy Be.
Included
- Accommodation on a half-board basis, except in Antananarivo where it is bed and breakfast
- All entrance fees and guiding fees for private reserves and excursions in the itinerary
- Services of a professional English-speaking guide
- Picnic lunch on day 6
- All airport transfers and overland transportation as mentioned in the itinerary
- 1 litre of mineral water per person per day
Excluded
- Domestic and international flights
- Personal expenses and personal needs
- Travel insurance
