Andasibe to St. Marie – Madagascar – The East
Discover the beautiful evergreen rainforest of eastern Madagascar. Visit the famous National Park of Andasibe. We travel trough perfumed fields of cloves, cocoa and vanilla, the wetland of the Pangalanes channel and our final destination Sainte Marie Island with its idyllic and unforgettable beaches.
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Andasibe to St. Marie – Madagascar – The East
8 days / 7 nights
Antananarivo – Pereiras Reptiles Farm in Marozevo – Andasibe – Night walk Andasibe – Analamazaotra National Park – Ilot de Lodge Vakona – Mahambo – Soanieran’ Ivongo – Ste. Marie – Antananarivo:
Including:
- Transport by private vehicle, fuel, A driver, an assistant guide: Antananarivo city – Peyrieras reptiles farm at Marozevo – Andasibe – Night walk in Andasibe – Andasibe / Andasibe – Analamazaotra national park – Vakona forest lodge reserve – Andasibe / Andasibe – Tamatave – Foulpoint – Mahambo / Mahambo – Soanieran’ Ivongo.
- Accommodation: Antananarivo (1 night) / Andasibe (2 nights) /Mahambo (1 night) / Sainte Marie (3 nights).
- Continental breakfast: Antananarivo / Andasibe / Mahambo /Sainte Marie.
- Transfers:
A: by car: Ivato aero port – Antananarivo city / Sainte Marie Aero port – Libertalia hotel / Libertalia hotel – Sainte Marie Aero port.
B: by motor boat: Soanieran Ivongo port to Sainte Marie port or Mahambo port to Sainte Marie port - Park entrance fees and local guides: Peyreiras Reptiles Farm at Marozevo – Night walk at Andasibe – Analamazaotra National Park – Ilot de Lodge Vakona.
- Plane tickets: Sainte Marie – Antananarivo (Ivato aero port).
For a single person: € 1960,-
For two persons: € 2410,- or € 1205 p.p.
Best time: January, April, May, August till December.
Andasibe to St. Marie – The East – day to day
Day 1: Arrival at Ivato aero port – Antananarivo – hotel
We will meet at the International Airport of Ivato and transfer you to the hotel in the center of the city. Overnight at ‘Le Chalet des Roses Hotel’, standard room.
Day2 : Antananarivo – Peyreiras reptiles farm at Marozevo – Andasibe – Night walk – Andasibe – Hotel
After breakfast, we drive to Andasibe and around noon, we stop to visit Pereiras Nature Farm. Also, known as Mandraka Reptile Farm, here you can see and photograph some of the Island’s most extraordinary reptiles and invertebrates. Unfortunately some of the animals are kept in crowded and stressful conditions. In the evening, arrival in Andasibe and after nocturnal visit along the road, we rest at the “Feon’ny Ala” hotel. Overnight at Feon’ny Ala hotel, standard lodge bungalow.
Day 3: Andasibe – Analamazaotra National Park – Andasibe – Ilot De Lodge Vakona – Andasibe – Hotel
After breakfast; visit the National Park of Analamazaotra to see (and hear…:)) the biggest Lemur of Madagasikara. This is also the opportunity to see many different species of chameleons, birds, orchids, etc. Back to the hotel for lunch. At 2 PM, we drive to Vakona’s Park to visit the islands of Lemurs, Crocodiles, Birds and reptiles. Overnight at Feon’ny Ala hotel, standard lodge bungalow.
Day 4: Andasibe – Mahambo – Hotel
After breakfast: we continu towards Toamasina, then destination to Mahambo.
At the beginning of the evening: arrival in Mahambo, a lovely and peaceful beach resort with safe swimming facilities. Night: at the “La Pirogue” hotel, standard bungalow.
Day 5: Mahambo – Soanieran, Ivongo – Motor Boat to St. Marie – Hotel
After breakfast we drive to Soanieran’ Ivongo to assure the transport from Soanieran’ Ivongo to Sainte Marie Island (by motor boat). A 2 hour boat trip to a beautiful tropical Island. Overnight at Libertalia hotel, luxury room.
Day 6: A half day whale watching in Sainte Marie
The humpback whales migrate during winter from Antarctica to warmer waters for reproduction and giving birth. This migration brings them to the Sainte-Marie channel in Madagascar. Humpback whales can reach lengths of up to 16 meters and weigh as much as 30 tons! Every year, from July 1st to the end of September, the CétaMada NGO organizes daily whale watching experiences. This offers the opportunity to observe these magnificent marine mammals with an eco-guide who will address all your questions. Departures are scheduled every morning, allowing for three hours of whale watching. Return to the hotel and you will be free to relax or explore the island.
Overnight at Libertalia hotel, luxury room.
Day 7: Day trip to Ilots sable and Iles aux Nattes
Explore Ilots aux Sables by boat, an island solely formed of sand, offering breathtaking views of Sainte Marie and bustling birdlife. Located 4 km off Sainte Marie’s east coast, surrounded by three coral islets, Ilots aux Sables boasts diverse seashells and pristine lagoons perfect for diving and snorkeling. Spend your day swimming, snorkeling, and soaking up the tranquil atmosphere. After a morning of sea and sand, venture to Ile aux Nattes for lunch (not included). This small island is a picturesque paradise with turquoise waters, sandy beaches, and palm trees. Enjoy a leisurely canoe ride to discover lemurs, rare orchids, and stunning beaches. Return to the hotel in the afternoon.
Overnight at Libertalia hotel, luxury room.
Day 8: St. Marie Aero Port – Ivato Aero Port
In the morning we depart from the hotel to Sainte Marie aero port and you fly to Ivato aero port (Antananarivo) then flying back home. End of service: tour ends at Ivato aero port.
Extensions
Possibilities to extend this tour:
- Maromizaha reserve
- Mantadia national park
- Palmarium Ankanin ny Nofy
- One more night in Antananarivo after flying from Sainte Marie