IT04-B-Madagascar Beach & Nature: Anjajavy & Andasibe-Mantadia National Park

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Combine the rainforest reserve of Andasibe-Mantadia with the Anjajavy Resort (Relais & Chateaux).

Andasibe-Mantadia (Perinet) also known as Analamazaotra, is one of Madagascar's most visited parks. A scenic 3½ hour drive east of Tana finds you in this spectacular rainforest reserve. It is home to a large variety of rare rainforest animals, notably the baboon-sized Indri, largest of the lemurs. Many species of rainforest-dwelling birds, reptiles and other wildlife abounds here too. The trails are well mapped and the local forest guides will introduce you to many animal and plant specialities.

Situated 120 km north of Mahajanga, the "flower city" facing the Mozambique Channel, is the luxury Anjajavy Hotel. Regarded as four star, it is built on a peninsula in a large bay and surrounded by a private reserve of 450 acres of dry deciduous woodland - perfect for nature lovers! All 25 bungalows are built of Palissandre wood. Each villa boasts a spacious sea facing terrace, a lounge, a breakfast area and a bedroom. A narrow set of stairs takes one to a loft room with twin beds (ideal as a family room). The bathroom has a large bathtub, overhead shower and a separate toilet. Individual air conditioning systems ensure your room always remains and cool. A large swimming pool faces the ocean.

Itinerary - 10 nights

Day 1: Fly to Antananarivo (Tana), the lively Malagasy capital in the Central Highlands. At the airport our English-speaking Malagasy agents will meet and assist you with formalities. Transfer to the Palissandre Hotel & Spa (B&B).

Day 2: Transfer to the airport and check in for your charter flight to Anjajavy where you will be staying for 7 nights on a full board basis.

Day 9: Transfer to the airport for your return flight to Antananarivo and transfer to Andasibe Mantadia National Park (3½ hours by good, winding road). Picturesque scenery en route. Overnight stay at Vakona Lodge or Feon’ny Ala or Eulophiella (B&B).

Day 10: Whole day to explore Andasibe Mantadia National Park’s rainforest. To see the most wildlife (especially Indris and birds) we recommend you be in the rainforest as close to daybreak as possible as the animals are most active. The trails are not difficult to walk and most forest guides speak good English. You should also encounter the likes of Grey Bamboo Lemur, Red-fronted Brown Lemur; birds like the lovely Blue Coua, Sunbird-Asity and Nuthatch Vanga, as well as impressive reptiles like Malagasy Tree Boa and Parson’s Chameleon. Orchids and other epiphytes festoon the trees. Overnight stay at Vakona Lodge or Feon’ny Ala or Eulophiella (B&B).

Day 11: Today you can visit the more remote, nearby rainforest of Mantadia National Park, where the Andasibe Mantadia National Park guides are used to taking visitors. This is more challenging terrain than Andasibe Mantadia National Park, but you can do as much as you feel comfortable with. The primary rainforest here is spectacular and wildlife includes Diadem’s Sifaka, Black-and-White Ruffed Lemurs, Indri and birds like Brown Mesite, Pitta-like Ground-roller, Brown Emutail and Velvet Asity. Later you will transfer to the airport where our agents will assist you with check-in. Return flight to Johannesburg.

Prices include
International (departure from Johannesburg with Air Madagascar) and PRIVATE charter flight to Anjajavy, all accommodation and meals as indicated, all excursions with car and driver, guides in the reserves, entry permits and all airport-hotel transfers.

Not included
Meals not indicated, drinks, tips to guides, porters, etc., any personal expenses, travel insurance, airport taxes and visa fees.

Below is an approximate price per person sharing (October 2010): Euro 5265

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