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MADAGASCAR & SOUTH AFRICA WILDLIFE SPECTACULAR!

Tailor Made Sample Itinerary No.11

South Africa

Combining the more adventurous other-worldly destination of Madagascar with its lemurs, chameleons, varied landscapes and fascinating cultures with easy-going South Africa on safari in search of the Big Five and other wildlife of the African bush. The Madagascar section takes the classic overland route, exploring rainforest, tropical dry deciduous forest, canyonlands and spiny forest habitats with their associated wildlife, as well as a couple of nights by the beach.  Then hop over to South Africa for magical African safari experiences and a touch of luxury to end your holiday.  Marvellous!

 Day 
  1. Depart London.
  2. Arrive Jo'burg. Connect to Antananarivo (Tana), Madagascar. Met and transfer to Analamazaotra (Andasibe-Mantadia) National Park. Night walk to see nocturnal wildlife. O/n Feon ny Ala Lodge, FB.
  3. Morning wildlife walk in Mantadia National Park. Nocturnal wildlife walk. O/n Feon ny Ala Lodge, FB.
  4. Morning wildlife walk in the Perinet section of Analamazaotra rainforest. Then transfer to Antsirabe. O/n Couleur Café, FB.
  5. Drive through beautiful scenery to Ranomafana National Park with stops of interest. O/n Setam Lodge, FB.
  6. Morning and Afternoon excursions in Ranomafana National Park. Nocturnal wildlife walk. O/n Setam Lodge, FB.
  7. Transfer to Isalo National Park, stopping at Anja Park. Enjoy the Window of Isalo at sunset. O/n Isalo Ranch, FB.
  8. Day of hiking in Isalo National Park. O/n Isalo Ranch, FB.
  9. Transfer to the beach at Ifaty. O/n Le Paradisier, HB.
  10. Morning walk in the spiny forest at Ifaty. Rest of the day to relax at the beach. O/n Le Paradisier, HB.
  11. Transfer to Tulear. Fly to Tana. O/n Relais des Plateaux, BB.
  12. Visit Ambohimanga Royal Palace. Then depart Madagascar. Arrive Jo'burg, South Africa. O/n Life Hotel OR Tambo, BB.
  13. Charter flight to the Skukuza.  Tfr lodge in Kruger National Park. O/n Rhino Post Safari Lodge, FB.
  14. Enjoy open vehicle game drives and other safari activities in Kruger National Park, including Rhino Post's private concession. O/n Rhino Post Safari Lodge, FB.
  15. Another day on safari in search of lion, leopard, cheetah, elephant, rhino and other African wildlife in Kruger National Park. O/n Rhino Post Safari Lodge, FB.
  16. A final day of game drives in Kruger National Park. O/n Rhino Post Safari Lodge, FB.
  17. Transfer to the airport. Fly back to Jo'burg. Then depart South Africa.
  18. Arrive London.

2012 Prices  

From £4425 per person sharing double/twin rooms and including international flights. 

Please contact us for a definitive quote based on your requirements.

NB: Flights are based on South African Airways to Antananarivo via Jo'burg, returning direct from Jo'burg.  Cheaper flights may be possible - usually with more connections - by using other airlines.  We can quote based on any airline and will be pleased to discuss the options.

 

THE MEANING OF TAILOR MADE

Our tailor-made tours offer full date flexibility and freedom of choice regarding locations and content (subject to logistics and availability).  The above itinerary is a good example of what is possible but can be altered and/or extended to suit your individual preferences.  Please contact us by email or telephone to discuss your requirements and one of our friendly and expert travel consultants will be pleased to design your perfect itinerary.

 

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