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Northern Madagascar Explorer
8 days, Antsiranana to Nosy Be
Itinerary
Day 1Antsiranana
Arrive at any time.
There are no planned activities until an evening welcome meeting. If you arrive early, we recommend speaking with the hotel reception to learn more about available activities around the area.
Antsiranana is also sometimes referred to as Diego Suarez.
Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.
Day 2Amber Mountain National Park
Drive to Amber Mountains National Park, with a full day to explore the various forest trails. Watch for lemurs, birds and reptiles and marvel at the many waterfalls and volcanic lakes.
Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Amber Mountains National Park visit
Created in 1958, Montagne D'Ambre National Park was the first national park in Madagascar. This impressive park in northern Madagascar is one of the most diverse parks on the island, and is home to 25 species of mammal, 60 reptiles, and over 70 bird species. The day is spent exploring the tropical forests and tranquil waterfalls on a network of walking trails. Keep a look out for the ever present lemurs, but also some of the smaller inhabitants, including geckos, chameleons and butterflies.
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Breakfast | DinnerDay 3Amber Mountain/Ankarana Reserve
Continue on to Ankarana Reserve, home to spectacular limestone 'tsingy' rock formations, underground rivers and sacred caves.
Accommodation for two nights are in bungalows right at the entrance to the park. There is a small restaurant and sitting area where you can enjoy dinner or a drink. The bungalows are basic, but clean, and the location is perfect for exploring the park.
Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Ankarana Reserve visit
Explore the varied terrain in one of Madagascar's most rewarding hiking destinations. From patches of dense tropical jungle, to deep caves, canyons and the large limestone spires, known as 'tsingy', there are a variety of trails taking you deep into the park. The reserve is also home to a wide variety of lemurs, including the crowned lemur, and many reptile, frog and bird species.
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Breakfast | DinnerDay 4Ankarana Reserve
Continue exploring the Ankarana Reserve on foot.
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Breakfast | DinnerDay 5Ankarana Reserve/Nosy Be
Enjoy the scenic journey south to the small fishing village of Ankify, where we get a boat across to the island paradise of Nosy Be.
While the official name of Nosy Be, means "Big Island" in Malagasy, it is commonly referred to as Nosy Manitra, or "the Perfume Island", due to the fragrant Ylang Ylang and bougainvillea flowers found all over the island.
Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Boat
Climb aboard and get your float on.
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BreakfastDay 6Nosy Komba & Nosy Tanikely
Head out on a local pirogue to explore 'the lemur island' Nosy Komba, and the underwater paradise of Nosy Tanikely, a marine reserve.
Boat
Climb aboard and get your float on.
Nosy Komba & Nosy Tanikely Excursion
Located between Nosy Be and the mainland, Nosy Komba and Nosy Tanikely are famous for their beautiful beaches, shallow corals and teeming wildlife, both on land and in the water. Explore the quaint fishing villages of Nosy Komba, and venture into the forest to see the resident black lemurs, before diving into the clear waters surrounding Nosy Tanikely. Perfect for snorkelling, the clear, warm waters are alive with tropical fish, stingrays and turtles.
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Breakfast | LunchDay 7Nosy Be
Spend the day enjoying this gorgeous area. Opt to do some hiking or hit the beach.
Free Time
Get active or get lazy— the choice is yours.
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BreakfastDay 8Nosy Be
Depart at any time.
Departure Day
Not ready to leave? Your CEO can help with travel arrangements to extend your adventure.