Unforgettable Madagascar Descent: 20-Day Tsiribihina River and Tsingy de Bemaraha Adventure

Begin your adventure with a landing in Antananarivo, the lively capital of Madagascar.
Transfer to the cozy Hotel X for a restful stay to recharge.

Head to Andasibe with a stop at the Private Reserve of Peyreiras to immerse in nature.
Explore the charming village of Moramanga. Overnight at Hotel X.

Explore Analamazaotra National Park, home to the majestic indri indri lemurs and diverse fauna and flora. Afternoon adventure in Vakona Private Reserve (lemur island and crocodile park).
Rest at Hotel X in Andasibe.

Depart Andasibe, visit Ambatolampy, known for its Malagasy pottery. Cross the highland landscapes to the charming city of Antsirabe. Well-deserved rest at Hotel X.

Morning visit to Lake Tritriva, a volcanic crater with Malagasy Romeo and Juliet stories. Journey to Miandrivazo through volcanic landscapes. Overnight at Hotel X.

Begin our journey with a one-hour car ride to Masiakampy, the embarkation point for our exciting chalana descent down the Tsiribihina River. On the first day, breathtaking landscapes unfold, and we observe various water bird species such as the kingfisher, Coucal, and Malagasy Cuckoo. Further into the journey, we venture into fragments of primary forest on both riverbanks, home to various lemur species like the Sifaka and fulvus lemurs. By midday, we reach the "beautiful waterfall" and its "natural pool" at the foot of the falls, where we can enjoy the rest of the day. Night at the "Nosin'Ampela" campsite with an outdoor dinner.

On the second day of our chalana journey, we face the first and second gorges, where imposing limestone and clay cliffs of over 20 meters on each side of the river isolate us from the outside world. The sound of parrots immerses us in a unique natural atmosphere. The Menabe Gorge, carved into a deep limestone massif, reveals a geological history exposed by river erosion. Instead of primary forest, a degraded secondary forest will emerge behind the Betsiriry mountain. Along the way, we are accompanied by herons, ducks, raptors, and possibly crocodiles. Additionally, we have our first encounter with the Baobab called "adanzonia za." Night at the "Ambatomisay" campsite with an outdoor dinner and a "kabosy" concert in a Tsiribihina village.

On the last day of our chalana adventure, we traverse the final Betsiriry massifs, Antsiraraka, to the city of Belo/Tsiribihina. Lunch on the chalana, and in the afternoon, we head to the Tsingy, following the 4x4 caravan. We embark on an exciting 4x4 journey through extensive meadows and wooded savanna landscapes in the west, providing an experience similar to a safari. Muddy crossings and slides will surely surprise us, creating a small dose of excitement. Night at the hotel in Bekopaka.

In the morning, we begin our visit with a boat ride on the Manambolo River, discovering the geological formation of stalactites and stalagmites in the gorge and its fauna and flora. We will also learn about the Sakalava customs by seeing the tomb of the "vazimba," the first inhabitants in this area. Afterward, we head directly to the great Tsingy de Bemaraha National Park. This park, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1990, features a unique karstic relief worldwide, covering approximately 150,000 km2. These limestone reliefs are home to around 90 bird species, 8 reptile species, and a dozen lemurs. We take a tour, have a picnic inside, and in the afternoon, return to the hotel. Night at the hotel in Bekopaka.

We resume the journey to Belo/Tsiribihina on a 110 km safari trip. We take a break for lunch in Belo/Tsiribihina, then cross the Tsiribihina River by ferry or ferry, with a brief photo session at the dock. We continue our journey to Morondava, crossing a landscape adorned with Baobabs. In approximately 5 hours of travel, we can admire successively the sacred baobab (large baobab where people ask for luck), the baobab in love, and the Avenue of Baobabs at sunset, which give it fame to the west. Our journey ends on the shores of the Mozambique Channel in Morondava. Night at the hotel in Morondava.

Return to Antsirabe with photographic stops, capturing the beauty of landscapes. Overnight at Hotel X in Antsirabe.

Visit some crafts in Antsirabe (Joseph, Horn, and Miniature of Bycy or car) and a tour on Independence Avenue with the "Malagasy rickshaw" (pousse-pousse) to see "thermal hotel," cathedral, vegetable market "tsenakely." We continue our way to Ambositra, visit the Malagasy marquetry, and have lunch in Ambositra. We continue our journey in the afternoon to Ranomafana. Night visit to see the mouse lemur and chameleons and other species that come out at night. Night at Hotel X in Ranomafana.

Visit to Ranomafana National Park to Discover its Fauna and Flora especially lemurs (bamboo lemurs, sifaka, and other reptile species), orchids, and tales. Lunch at a restaurant in Ranomafana and in the afternoon, visit an arboretum to see chameleons, Madagascar palms, birds, and another ecosystem of the rainforest. To end this day, we visit the "Tanala" village to see their customs and bamboo dance with a group of their ethnicity. Night at the hotel in Ranomafana.

We leave early to go to Fianarantsoa. Visit the old city of Fianarantsoa. Visit the factory of "lambalandy" or silk fabric most important by our custom called "ritorno del muerto." Every Wednesday, the cattle market occurs here in this village Ambalavao. We continue and visit the Anja Reserve to see the ring-tailed lemurs and chameleons. Lunch at a restaurant closer to the reserve, and in the afternoon, we continue south; some stops to take photos like "the Malagasy Uluru, the Madagascar Serengeti (endless plain)." Night at the hotel in Ranohira.

Explore the natural wonder of Isalo National Park. Be captivated by spectacular landscapes from the Jurassic era, natural pools, and the magic of local fauna. A picnic in the park will be the perfect break. We return to the hotel and end the day at the Window of Isalo, enjoying the sunset through unique rock formations. Night at Hotel X in Ranohira.

We start the day exploring the fascinating sapphire mines in Ilakaka. We continue to Tulear, capturing beauty at every stop, from the Baobab "adansonia za" to the mahafaly tombs. Lunch in Tulear and exploration of the shell market before reaching Mangily Ifaty. Night at Hotel X in Mangily.

A day of aquatic adventures in Ifaty! Embark on a sea excursion for diving or snorkeling on the coral reef. Discover the charm of the fishing village. We return to the hotel to relax and enjoy the night in Mangily.

We return to Ambalavao. We pass through the Tropic of Capricorn in Tulear and continue to Ambalavao. Night at Hotel X in Ambalavao.

We return to Antsirabe, taking photos along the way of the terraced rice fields and the Betsileo landscape. Rest at Hotel X in Andasibe.

Transfer to the airport from Antsirabe for your international flight.