Covering 587’041 km2 (Spain and Belgium united), you will be amazed by the variety of landscape and the curious indigenous fauna and flora.
Do not expect big predators in Madagascar but be prepared for unusual encounters in the dry and deciduous forests. While trekking with a local guide, you will have good opportunities to observe multiple species of lemurs, chameleons and amphibians. It is also a true paradise for ornithologists with magnificent birds. In the centre of the island, you will find two different rain forests: Andasibe and Ranomafana. In the south of the island, canyons for trekking and sandstone formations form the Isalo National Park. The West is known for its famous Tsingyof Bemeharaand Baobab Alley. Up North, magnificent white sand beaches will welcome divers, snorkelers and swimmers.
The Idyllic island paradise of Nosy Be (meaning “Big Island”) is located on the northwestern side of Madagascar and boasts of tremendous number of Scuba sites for experienced divers. Encounter massive coral fans, colourful sponges and a variety of shipwrecks within the clear and calm waters. Warm up on one of the deserted white sand beaches lining the coast. Ylang Ylang plantations perfume the air as you hike the Lokobe Nature Special Reserve trials. Encounter volcanic lakes and lush forests where the birds fill the air with calls and delicate flowers line the paths. Taste the locally made rum at the distilleries and savour the sweet flavours. End your stay with a visit to nearby Nosy Sakatia, where you can snorkel with sea turtles and find amazing starfish.
