Day 1 : JHB - Antananarivo
We meet you at the airport in Tana - as the city is affectionatly named and transfer you to the hotel Panorama on half board basis.
Day 2 : Antananarivo – Antsirabe
We leave in the early morning, after breakfast. On the road we will stop in Ambatolampy, in order to visit the factory of aluminum. There we can also buy different things made of aluminum such as knifes and other souvenirs. The views there are truly magnificent. Antsirabe: town known for its thermal waters. There we can observe the work of precious gem cutters. This town is also known for its miniatures such as souvenirs of zebu horn. Accommodation in hotel “Royal Palace”on half board.
Day 3 : Antsirabe – Ranomafana
Before our departure we will have a little excursion around the town. On our way to Ranomafana we will stop in Ambositra – very important town of Madagascar,because of its market range. Ambositra also specializes in wood production. There we can find a huge variety of sculpture of wood such as Rose wood, Eben etc..Night walk to find the nocturnal chameleons,lemurs and others.Accommodation in hotel “Setam Lodge”***on half board.
Day 4 : Ranomafana – Fianarantsoa
In the morning after breakfast,visit of the Ranomafana National Park which generally consists of tropical forests with average temperature of 15 to 22 °C. Animals that live there are divided by family groups, especially lemurs. Apart from flora and fauna, visitors can enjoy the thermal waters and local markets. Fianarantsoa is considered an economic, cultural and religious center. High regions of this town are the most interesting ones. There we can find a huge sculpture of Saint Virgin.According to history, this sculpture was built as the respect to the Queen Ranavalona the 1st. Accommodation in Soafia hotel on half board.
Day 5 : Fianarantsoa – Ranohira
On our way to Ranohira we will enjoy incredible views. We will pass by the vine plantations, mountains and legendary rocks. Ambalavao is famous for its various architecture. There we will visit cloth factory, factory of paper production and some vine plantations. There we will be able to taste different sorts of vine from the local regions. Approximately 12 km. we can find the Anja Park, where we will be able to see Catta lemurs (Madagascar Maki) and many lizards. We will get to Ranohira in the end of the afternoon. Accommodation in hotel “Relais de la Reine”***on half board.
Day 6 : Isalo park
We will go to this wonderful park in the early morning. In Isalo park we will find beautiful canyons, spears of rocks, many grottos, labyrinth of massifs etc. There, we will also observe natural swimming pool and natural window of Isalo park.Accommodation in hotel “Relais de la Reine”on half board.
Day 7 : Ranohira – Tulear – Ifaty
Early in the morning,off to Ifaty.On our way there we will stop and observe the villages that are specialized in precious stones mining. There we will also find the incredible baobabs, including a Holy Baobab. We will also have a chance to see a funerary of Mahafaly tribe – structures, characterized by “Aloalos”: geometrical wooden sculptures.Tulear is a big town of colonial style. Very hot climate is typical for this region. Singing and dancing in the evening is traditional for Tulear and its citizens. We will have a meal in local restaurant. Ifaty is the village of Vezondriake fishermen. One of the biggest coral barrier reefs in the world is situated there. This magic place is very interesting for those who are looking for a calm atmosphere with incredible views. Many activities can be organized there. For example: watching whales in close range (July – September), fishing, diving, snorkeling, excursion to park of endemic turtles and many other. Accommodation in hotel “De La Plage***”on half board.
Day 8. 9.10.11.12: Ifaty
Diving all around the area at own expense.Days can be spent at own leisure. Optional activities for your your account and booked directly at the hotel. Accommodation in hotel “De La Plage***” on half board.
Day 13 : Ifaty – Tulear – Antananarivo
We will come back to Tulear and get back to Antananarivo by plane. There, we organize a tour for visiting the handicraft market for buying local souvenirs. Accommodation in Panorama hotel on half board.
Day 14: Antananarivo – JHB
Transfer to the airport for the flight back to JHB
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