12 Oct 2026
Twin share
£4,499pp
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Escorted tour
Madagascar Wildlife Adventure: Tsingy, Baobabs & Isalo – 16 Days
The Avenue of the Baobabs, the Big Tsingy, Ranomafana's rainforest and Isalo's canyons, in a small group of up to 12.
16 days
From £3,899
Tour overview
This 16-day small-group adventure crosses Madagascar from the dry forests of the west to the rainforests of the east and the canyons of the south, in search of lemurs, chameleons and the island's extraordinary landscapes. Groups have between 4 and 12 travellers aged 16 and over, with an experienced tour leader and expert local guides. You travel by private vehicle, ferry and internal flights, and stay 15 nights in locally owned hotels. All breakfasts, one lunch and twelve dinners are included, along with a group arrival transfer.
After meeting in Antananarivo, you fly to Morondava and drive to Kirindy Forest via the Avenue of the Baobabs, with a night walk to look for nocturnal lemurs and the fossa, Madagascar's largest predator. An early forest walk searches for Verreaux's sifakas before you cross the Tsiribihina River to Bemaraha National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You canoe on the Manambolo River and walk among the Small Tsingy, then spend an adventurous day in the Big Tsingy, where limestone needles rise up to 60m and you use a harness to cross hanging bridges and climb to viewpoints. On the way back you watch the sun set over the Avenue of the Baobabs.
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Long drives through the western plains bring you to Antsirabe in the central highlands, where a local leader guides a gentle 35km bike ride through traditional villages. You then spend two full days on the trails of Ranomafana National Park, another World Heritage Site, where rainforest hides golden bamboo lemurs, chameleons and frogs, with the chance of a swim in the thermal pool.
Heading south, you stop at Anjà Community Reserve to see ring-tailed lemurs and the cliff tombs of the Betsileo people, then explore Isalo National Park, a sandstone landscape of canyons, gorges and natural pools. The trip ends with a farewell dinner, in Ifaty or Antananarivo depending on flights, and a flight back to the capital.
The physical rating is medium, with long, bumpy drives and one demanding day in the Big Tsingy. This trip suits wildlife lovers and adventurous travellers who want to see Madagascar's great variety of landscapes and creatures in one journey.
Trip highlights
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The Avenue of the Baobabs at sunset (Days 2 and 6)
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A night walk in Kirindy Forest (Day 2)
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The Small and Big Tsingy of Bemaraha (Days 4–5)
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A cycling day around Antsirabe (Day 9)
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Two days in Ranomafana National Park (Days 11–12)
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Ring-tailed lemurs at Anjà and the canyons of Isalo (Days 13–14)
Your route
15 stops from Antananarivo to Toliara
- Antananarivo Days 1 & 16
- Morondava Day 2
- Avenue of the Baobabs Day 2
- Kirindy Forest Day 2
- Belo Tsiribihina Day 3
- Bekopaka (Bemaraha) Days 3–5
- Morondava Day 6
- Miandrivazo Day 7
- Antsirabe Days 8–9
- Ambositra Day 10
- Ranomafana Days 10–12
- Anja Community Reserve Day 13
- Isalo National Park Days 13–14
- Ifaty Day 15
- Toliara Day 16
Why choose this tour
Western, central and southern Madagascar in one trip, with internal flights included. Expert guides in every park and plenty of chances to see lemurs.
Best suited to
- Wildlife lovers and photographers
- Adventurous travellers
- Return visitors to Africa
- Solo travellers looking for a group
Day-by-day itinerary
16 days from Antananarivo, Madagascar to Antananarivo, Madagascar
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Day 1 · Antananarivo Arrive in Antananarivo
Meet the group at 6pm in the capital.
- Hotel
- Relais des Plateaux or similar
- Meals
- Dinner
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Day 2 · Morondava, Avenue of the Baobabs, Kirindy Forest Avenue of the Baobabs to Kirindy
Fly to Morondava, drive via the baobabs and take a night walk.
- Hotel
- Relais du Kirindy or similar
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
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Day 3 · Kirindy Forest, Belo Tsiribihina, Bemaraha To Bemaraha
An early forest walk, then a ferry and drive to Bemaraha.
- Hotel
- Orchidée du Bemaraha or similar
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
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Day 4 · Manambolo River, Small Tsingy Manambolo and Small Tsingy
A canoe ride and a walk among the Small Tsingy.
- Hotel
- Orchidée du Bemaraha or similar
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
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Day 5 · Big Tsingy The Big Tsingy
Climb and cross hanging bridges among the giant limestone needles.
- Hotel
- Orchidée du Bemaraha or similar
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
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Day 6 · Avenue of the Baobabs, Morondava Sunset at the baobabs
Return to Morondava, with sunset at the Avenue of the Baobabs.
- Hotel
- Hotel Trecicogne or similar
- Meals
- Breakfast
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Day 7 · Miandrivazo To Miandrivazo
A long drive across western Madagascar.
- Hotel
- Princesse Tsiribihina or similar
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
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Day 8 · Antsirabe To Antsirabe
Drive into the central highlands.
- Hotel
- Chambres du Voyageur or similar
- Meals
- Breakfast
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Day 9 · Antsirabe Cycling around Antsirabe
A gentle 35km ride through traditional villages.
- Hotel
- Chambres du Voyageur or similar
- Meals
- Breakfast
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Day 10 · Ranomafana To Ranomafana
Drive from the highlands to the rainforest.
- Hotel
- Hotel Ny Tanàna or similar
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
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Day 11 · Ranomafana National Park Ranomafana
A full day on the park's rainforest trails.
- Hotel
- Hotel Ny Tanàna or similar
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
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Day 12 · Ranomafana National Park More Ranomafana
A second day of wildlife walks, with an optional thermal pool swim.
- Hotel
- Hotel Ny Tanàna or similar
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
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Day 13 · Anjà Community Reserve, Isalo Anjà to Isalo
See ring-tailed lemurs at Anjà on the way to Isalo.
- Hotel
- Isalo Ranch or similar
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
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Day 14 · Isalo National Park Isalo National Park
Walk among Isalo's canyons and rock formations.
- Hotel
- Isalo Ranch or similar
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
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Day 15 · Ifaty, Antananarivo To Ifaty or Antananarivo
Drive to Ifaty or fly to the capital, with a farewell dinner.
- Hotel
- Le Paradisier or Relais des Plateaux, or similar
- Meals
- Breakfast
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Day 16 · Antananarivo Trip ends
Fly to the capital if needed; the trip ends at the airport.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Where you stay
- Antananarivo (1 night) Relais des Plateaux or similar
- Kirindy Forest (1 night) Relais du Kirindy or similar
- Bemaraha (3 nights) Orchidée du Bemaraha or similar
- Morondava (1 night) Hotel Trecicogne or similar
- Miandrivazo (1 night) Princesse Tsiribihina or similar
- Antsirabe (2 nights) Chambres du Voyageur or similar
- Ranomafana (3 nights) Hotel Ny Tanàna or similar
- Isalo (2 nights) Isalo Ranch or similar
- Ifaty or Antananarivo (1 night) Le Paradisier or Relais des Plateaux, or similar
Hotel names are indicative and may be replaced with a property of similar standard and location.
What's included
Included
- Accommodation 15 nights in locally owned hotels
- Meals 15 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 12 dinners
- Internal flights, ferries and private transport
- Wildlife walks in Kirindy, Bemaraha, Ranomafana and Isalo with local guides
- Manambolo River canoe ride and the Big Tsingy with harness
- Cycling day around Antsirabe
- Group arrival transfer
- Tour leader throughout
Not included
- International flights
- Madagascar visa
- Meals not listed
- Tips, travel insurance and personal spending
This trip might not be for you if…
Honest disclaimer — please read
- You dislike long drives — several days involve eight hours on the road
- You have a fear of heights — the Big Tsingy involves climbing and bridges
- You want luxury — hotels are simple and locally owned
- You want international flights included — they are not
Good to know
FCDO advice
UK FCDO travel advice for Madagascar
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Departures & prices
From £3,899 per person, twin share, tour only. 2 upcoming departures.
26 Oct 2026
Twin share
£3,899pp
Single from £4,584
Frequently asked questions
How do I book this tour?
Tap any "Enquire" button on the page and one of our travel specialists will be in touch within 24 hours (often same day). We'll confirm availability on your preferred date, run through anything you need to know, and only ask for the deposit once you've decided.
What financial protection do I get?
Every Travelisto booking is 100% financially protected. Your money is held in a ring-fenced Trust account until you return from your trip, and we are members of the Protected Trust Services scheme (PTS 6035). Most tours also include ATOL protection where flights are part of the package.
How hard is the Big Tsingy?
It is a physically challenging day, with crawling in places, a harness and climbs on limestone rock.
Are internal flights included?
Yes, as set out in the itinerary.
How long are the drives?
Several days involve around eight hours on bumpy roads.
Which lemurs might we see?
Sifakas, ring-tailed lemurs, mouse lemurs and bamboo lemurs, among others.
Do I need a visa?
UK visitors need a Madagascar visa, available online or on arrival.
How many people travel together?
Between 4 and 12 travellers aged 16 and over, with a tour leader.
Can you tailor the trip?
Yes — every escorted tour can be modified into a private tailor-made version with your own dates, adjusted pace, upgraded hotels and add-on extensions. Tell us what you'd like changed when you enquire and we'll quote it both ways so you can compare.
What if my flight is delayed or cancelled?
If your international flight is part of your booking through us, we re-book at no cost. If you've booked flights separately, the tour's local team holds your transfer slot until you arrive. We strongly recommend a comprehensive travel insurance policy that includes delay and cancellation cover.
ATOL protected
100% financially protected in a Trust bank account
PTS 6035
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Tailor-made option
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If this group tour doesn't match your ideal trip, our specialists will turn it into a private tailor-made journey — your own dates, your own pace, upgraded hotels where you want them, and the parts you don't love swapped out. Same destinations, just rebuilt around you.
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