Extraordinary Madagascar
Like nowhere else on Earth
Madagascar
Aye Aye: Magical Lemurs of the Night
Madagascar
Camouflaged Leaf Tailed Geckos
Madagascar
Dynamic Ring-tailed Lemurs
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Brookesia chameleons, some as tiny as a fingernail
Madagascar
Giraffe-Necked Weevil
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Baobab trees & meet the locals
Madagascar
biodiversity hotspot
Madagascar
Lemurs, found nowhere else
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“Madagascar is a curious wonderland… an unrepeatable experiment, a set of animals and plants evolving in isolation for over 60 million years.” - David Attenborough

Madagascar, an island like no other, is a biodiversity hotspot where over 90% of its wildlife exists nowhere else on Earth. From the dense rainforests of Andasibe and Masoala to the surreal limestone pinnacles of Tsingy de Bemaraha and the iconic baobabs of the west, Madagascar offers an experience both exotic and untamed.

Highlights include encounters with Madagascar’s famous lemurs, from the haunting calls of the indri to the elusive aye-aye, as well as dazzling chameleons, cryptic leaf-tailed geckos, and a wealth of endemic bird species. Trek through rainforest-cloaked national parks, witness bizarre and beautiful adaptations, and immerse yourself in one of the most extraordinary ecosystems on the planet.

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Madagascar offers a vast array of landscapes, wildlife, and natural wonders to explore. Here are a few ideas to inspire your journey.

MADAGASCAR CLASSIC: 14 DAYS. Rainforests, lemurs, chameleons, spiny forest.

Highlights: Diverse landscapes. Lemurs, chameleons, geckos, birds.
Is this for me? For those who want an overview of wildlife, see the diversity of landscapes, & drive the countryside.

Day 1Arrive Antananarivo. Private transfer to your accommodation.
Days 2-4

Andasibe-Mantadia National Park.
Madagascar’s premier rainforest. Best place to see iconic Indris and to hear their haunting calls, excellent for close-up lemur encounters. Reptiles include Parson’s & nose-horned chameleon.

Day 5

Drive to Antsirabe through Madagascar’s scenic highlands, passing traditional villages with unique architecture.

Days 6-8Ranomafana National Park.
Beautiful park with huge species diversity. One of the best places to see a variety of lemurs. Excellent for birding. Reptiles: leaf-tailed geckos & stump tailed chameleons. 
Days 9-10

Anja Reserve.
A small community reserve, & one of the best places for up-close ring tailed lemur encounters.

Isalo National Park.
Stunning landscape of eroded limestone outcrops on a flat, grassy plain. Excellent hiking. Ring-tailed lemurs, warty chameleon, painted burrowing frog.

Days 11-12

Zombitse-Vohibasia National Park.
transition forest. This one’s for the birders: one of Madagascar’s rarest endemics: Appert’s greenbul. 

Ifaty.
Spiny bush: for bird & succulent enthusiasts. Beaches, snorkelling & scuba diving.

Days 13-14

Fly from Toliara back to Antananarivo. Relax or explore the city.

Next day transfer to the airport for your international flight home.

MADAGASCAR RAINFOREST & REEF: 12 DAYS. Lemurs, chameleons, gecko, tsingy, beach.

Highlights: Rainforest & Reef. Lemurs, chameleons, geckos & birds. ‘Tsingy’ limestone pinnacles.
Is this for me? For those that want Madagascar’s main wildlife highlights, & beautiful beaches.

Day 1Arrive Antananarivo. Private transfer to your accommodation.
Days 2-4Andasibe-Mantadia National Park.
Madagascar’s premier rainforest. Best place to see iconic Indris and to hear their haunting calls, excellent for close-up lemur encounters. Reptiles include Parson’s & nose-horned chameleon.
Days 5-7

Amber Mountain/ Montagne d’Ambre.
Beautiful rainforest park with good walking trails. Rich in reptiles, especially chameleons (incl. tiny stump-tailed chameleons). Also geckos (incl. leaf tailed geckos) & the Madagascar tree boa.

Days 8-10

Ankarana Reserve.
A dramatic limestone fortress of caves, canyons, and razor-sharp tsingy formations, home to crowned lemurs, leaf-tailed geckos, and a thriving underground ecosystem.

Nosy Be.
A tropical island with a near-perfect climate year-round. Beautiful beaches. Lots of other small islands to explore with good scuba diving & snorkelling. A chance to see lemurs & chameleons in the small village reserves.

Days 11-12

Fly from Nosy Be back to Antananarivo. Relax or explore the city.

Next day transfer to the airport for your international flight home.

MADAGASCAR EXPLORER: 11 DAYS. For the wildlife enthusiast!

Highlights: Wildlife! Lemurs, chameleons, geckos, fosa, giant jumping rat.
Is this for me? For the serious wildlife enthusiast who wants to see as much (varied) wildlife as possible.

Day 1Arrive Antananarivo. Private transfer to your accommodation.
Days 2-4Kirindy Reserve.
The best place to see the famed Fosa, & giant jumping rat. Herper’s paradise, with abundant reptiles, including collared iguanas, big headed geckos & plated lizards.
Days 5-7

Andasibe-Mantadia National Park.
Madagascar’s premier rainforest. Best place to see iconic Indris and to hear their haunting calls, excellent for close-up lemur encounters. Reptiles include Parson’s & nose-horned chameleon.

Days 8-9

Amber Mountain/ Montagne d’Ambre.
Beautiful rainforest park with good walking trails. Rich in reptiles, especially chameleons (incl. tiny stump-tailed chameleons). Also geckos (incl. leaf tailed geckos) & the Madagascar tree boa.

Days 10-11

Fly from Antsiranana back to Antananarivo. Relax or explore the city.

Next day transfer to the airport for your international flight home.

MADAGASCAR BESPOKE SAFARI

Tailored entirely to your imagination!

Whether it’s trekking through the rainforests of Andasibe to hear the haunting calls of the indri, searching for fossa in the dry forests of Kirindy, spotting chameleons and leaf-tailed geckos in Ranomafana, or encountering Coquerel’s sifakas leaping through the trees in Anjajavy, we’ll create your ultimate Madagascar adventure.

Experience Madagascar’s extraordinary biodiversity at its finest, from the remote luxury of Masoala Forest Lodge to the landscapes of Isalo National Park. Private flight charters allow us to craft an extraordinary itinerary unconstrained by commercial flight schedules.

Let us turn your dream wildlife journey into reality.

 

Cost: starting from US$ 600 to US$ 3,000+ per person per night.

Includes: almost everything; accommodation, all meals, national park & conservancy fees, transfers, qualified local guide/s, domestic flights, airport transfers, taxes.

Excludes: international flights, visa fees, personal items, optional extras.

Note: we also accept payment in BTC, ETH and USDC. 

After your Madagascar Safari, continue your adventure — here are some options to enhance your journey.

Miavana
An ultra-exclusive private island retreat with just 14 luxury villas, accessible by helicopter. Nestled between lush forests and turquoise waters, it offers a blend of land and marine wildlife encounters—from tracking crowned lemurs in the forests to spotting sea turtles and whale sharks offshore. Conservation-focused and truly remote, it’s the ultimate sanctuary for those seeking untouched nature and world-class luxury.

Anjajavy Lodge
A luxurious private reserve and a member of Relais & Châteaux, accessible only by charter flight from Antananarivo. This exclusive retreat offers a stunning mix of wildlife, beaches, and striking tsingy limestone pinnacles. Enjoy unparalleled lemur encounters, with Coquerel’s sifakas and common brown lemurs frequenting the lodge grounds, along with chameleons, geckos, and diverse birdlife.

Masoala Forest Lodge
Tucked away in the remote northeast, Masoala is Madagascar’s largest remaining lowland rainforest and a biodiversity hotspot. Hike through its pristine wilderness to spot red ruffed lemurs, chameleons, and vibrant tomato frogs, then kayak in the crystal-clear waters of Tampolo Marine Reserve. Nearby Nosy Mangabe is the best place to find the elusive leaf-tailed gecko (Uroplatus fimbriatus) and offers rare sightings of the mysterious aye-aye.

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Accommodation

seasons

Each season offers unique wildlife viewing opportunities and experiences.

December - March

Wet summer season.
Temperatures can be steamy – especially at the coast.
For herpetologists, this is a great time as reptiles are at their most active.
BE WARNED: insects (biting & otherwise) are also at their peak, so choose destinations carefully.
February & March is the cyclone season, mostly impacting the East coast. We generally don’t recommend travelling to Madagascar in February & March.

 
April - August

Dry/ winter season. 

Rainfall decreasing further into the season.
However, it can still rain in the rainforests throughout the period!
Generally dryer with cool temperatures, increasing from September onwards.
The highlands can be very cold; June/ July are the coldest months.

Sifakas (lemurs) give birth around July, so lots of sifaka babies to be seen from August onwards.
Some animals hibernate until it starts warming up in early Sept.

 
September - November (our favourite season!)

Temperatures start increasing from September onwards, and can be very hot by late October and into November.

Rainfall starts to increase from October in the rainforest areas. 
Reptiles start to become active especially from October onwards.

Sifaka babies are a few months old by now, and in October, other lemur species start giving birth.

On balance, we think September – November is a great time to travel.

 

Our Promise to You

Seamless Travel: From lodge reservations to transport and lunches, every detail is expertly handled by our experienced coordinators.

Expert Guidance: Skilled local guides share their deep knowledge of wildlife, ecosystems, and culture, ensuring an enriching safari experience.

Safety: Extensive in-country support keeps your journey smooth and secure, even when plans change.

Refined Comfort: Handpicked camps and lodges offer exceptional wildlife viewing, unique accommodations, impeccable service, and meaningful cultural connections.

Full Transparency: No hidden fees or surprises—just clear, upfront communication so you can relax from start to finish.

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