Adventure Overland: From Hauts Plateaux To Spiny Forest

With superior accommodation, remarkable scenery and an impressive variety of wildlife both terrestrial and marine, this “Madagascar soft adventure” is an excellent introduction to the Big Red Island.  Of great appeal to those wishing to travel in a high degree of comfort at a gentle pace without too much driving, this tour comes highly recommended. Find out more...

For those who relish a well-paced overland journey escorted by private guide and driver, experiencing panoramic landscapes and unwinding at the most exclusive luxury coastal resort in the country, this grand Madagascar deluxe tour will hold great appeal. All three main habitats are represented (rainforest, spiny forest and dry deciduous forest), with their accompanying cast of irresistible lemurs and other unique wildlife only to be found in Madagascar.  Find out more...

This breathtaking Madagascar wildlife tour combines exceptional wildlife and scenery found in the most important wildlife reserves of the north and west with a beautiful tropical island for reefs and pure beach relaxation. Staying in a range of accommodation including park huts and a luxury boutique resort, you should encounter some of the island’s most unusual animal species in this Madagascar wildlife tour of great breadth and variety.  Find out more...

Something extra-special to look forward to after your wedding, this delightful Madagascar honeymoon begins with the perfect location for some well-earned relaxation: the most exclusive coastal resort in the country. It then reveals the many natural history marvels to be found in the dry tropical forests, rainforests and spiny forests of Madagascar, ending at a lovely private island resort offering white beaches and excellent snorkelling and diving on glorious Indian Ocean reefs. Well worth getting married for.  Find out more...

These locations are some of the most impressive and exciting in all Madagascar, resulting in a varied and adventurous northern Madagascar holiday, mostly well off the beaten track.  In addition to Kirindy, with the world’s highest primate diversity, and the Tsingy of Bemaraha (one of only two natural World Heritage Sites in Madagascar), you will have the privilege of climbing through the pristine rainforests of Marojejy to its summit, taking in some very rare species as you ascend. Finally, quality time is enjoyed in the Masoala (the other natural World Heritage Site) for further rainforest exploration and marine park swimming. Marojejy and northern Madagascar are altogether almost too wonderful for words. Find out more...

A comprehensive natural history exploration of many contrasting, unique regions yet only involving one domestic flight, our Madagascar Adventure Overland offers excellent value in accommodation of varying degrees of comfort. It  will appeal greatly to active individuals who relish good hiking, stunning landscapes, varied wildlife viewing, unusual flora and friendly encounters with interesting tribes. Find out more...

Designed for the budget-minded traveller with limited time who wishes to enjoy a good spread of Madagascar’s manifold attractions at an affordable price. Two great rainforest reserves, the best dry deciduous forest park and the most popular tropical island are all included, along with simple yet comfortable accommodation, lots of private guiding, plenty of activities and most meals to give you a well rounded and stimulating Madagascar budget holiday of exceptional value.  Find out more...

The following compact itinerary is based on a film shoot for the Holiday Programme arranged for the BBC by Reef and Rainforest Tours. It gives those with limited time the chance to gain an excellent insight into what makes a Madagascar holiday so special, while enjoying luxury lodge and boutique resort comforts. Find out more...

For those wishing to enjoy their Madagascar travels from December to April when rain is more frequent, we have designed this itinerary to include a good range of prime wildlife locations which normally receive the least precipitation. A tour of the highest calibre, these will reveal a wide variety of habitats and species and perfectly suit off-season travellers, or indeed those going at any time of the year.   Find out more...

IMPORTANT NOTE (1): Despite recent improvements, Madagascar still has some accommodation of a low standard, and a precarious infrastructure including unreliable domestic flights, poor communications and bad roads.  Many areas are isolated and far from medical and other services. Trails can be strenuous, campsites and park huts basic.  Bookings are only accepted if the client accepts Reef and Rainforest Tours has done everything in its power to ensure there are no difficulties, but has limited control over standards of equipment, availability of accommodation and other services, airline and hotel reservation policies, flight schedule changes or breakdowns in communications.

IMPORTANT NOTE (2): Each location generally has limited satisfactory hotels, and international and domestic flights often fill early. Because increases in hotel beds and flight seats have not kept up with visitor numbers, early booking for tailor-made tours is advisable to secure desired itineraries, particularly during high season (from late May to mid November). Some waitlisted nights are to be expected if booking less than 18 months in advance. Waitlists usually clear prior to departure.  We do our utmost to secure accommodation specified in your itinerary, but alternative accommodation will be offered and must be accepted by you in the unlikely event  waitlisted nights do not clear. Your booking is conditional on your understanding and acceptance of this situation.

This superb itinerary covers the renowned overland route via Andasibe-Mantadia (Perinet / Analamazaotra), through the scenic Hauts Plateaux, to stunning Ranomafana and Isalo National Parks and then to the coast and spiny forest at Ifaty – varied scenery and habitats, wildlife-rich, many lemur encounters, friendly people – and exceptional value for money.

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