Madagascar Hidden Gems

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Overview
Highlights
- Explore Antananarivo, one of the most charming capitals in Africa
- Spot a variety of lemur species, including the biggest called Indri Indri
- Marvel at the sheer diversity of plant species
- See numerous reptiles, including chameleon, frogs and geckos
- Hike through lush forests on day and night walks
- Cruise the Pangalanes Canal
- Enjoy stays in exclusive hotels accessible only by boat, including the Bush House and Tsarabanjina
- Fall in love with the varied landscapes that take you from highland plains to rainforest mountains and tranquil waterways to tropical islands
- World-class diving and snorkeling at Tsarabanjina
- Savor delicious food from start to finish
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Trip includes
- Internal flights within Madagascar
- Passenger and airport taxes
- Airport transfers
- Other transfers
- Accommodation and meals as stated
- Activities as stated
- National Park and concession fees
Itinerary

Accommodation: Lokanga Boutique Hotel
On arrival into Antananarivo (Tana) today you will be met by an English speaking guide who will accompany you until you depart mainland Madagascar for Nosy Be. You will be driven to Lokanga Boutique Hotel where you stay the...
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation: Vakona Lodge
From Tana this morning you will be driven to Vakona Lodge which is a journey of approximately two and a half to three hours on reasonably well maintained roads. The drive itself is very scenic and giv...
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation: Bush House Lodge
This morning you will be driven to Manambato from where you take a boat transfer to Akanin' ny Nofy. This is generally a lovely one and a half hour trip along the old shipping canal, but if the wea...
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today you will continue along the Pangalanes Canal on another boat journey of around three hours. You will be met and driven to Tamatave Airport in time to take a scheduled flight departing for Tana.
On arrival you will co...
Today you will be flown by scheduled flight back to Tana. From here you will take an international flight, or continue with another African adventure.
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Dates & Availability
The price for this vacation is based on a private trip with two people traveling together. For families and single travelers please contact us for a more accurate quote.
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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.
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Logistics
What's excluded
- International flights
- Visas
- Travel insurance
- Tips and gratuities
- Other personal spending
- Madagascar parks local guides fees which vary from 30,000 to 115,000 Ariary depending on the length of walk, and increases if there is more than four walkers (Paid locally in Ariary. Your guide can help with this)
Accommodation
9 Breakfast, 4 Lunch, 9 Dinner
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