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Baobabs & Tsingy Expedition

The Avenue of the Baobabs and the stone forests of the UNESCO-listed Bemaraha Tsingy.

8Days
  • Duration8 days / 7 nights
  • RegionMorondava · Bemaraha Tsingy
  • Departure fromAntananarivo
  • Transport4x4 with driver-guide and domestic flights
  • AccommodationCharming lodges
  • MealsBreakfasts
  • Best periodApril to November (dry season)
  • Tour typeNature & adventure
  • LevelModerate
  • Group2 to 8 travellers
  • LanguagesAssistance in French and English
  • VisaDepending on your nationality

Overview

Western Madagascar brings together two icons: the giant baobabs of Morondava, glowing at dusk, and the Bemaraha Tsingy, limestone needles crossed on footbridges and suspension bridges.

An accessible adventure circuit, with dirt roads, Sakalava villages and lodge nights, designed for photographers and nature lovers.

Highlights

  • Avenue of the Baobabs at sunset
  • Bemaraha Tsingy (UNESCO)
  • Exceptional starry skies
  • Sakalava villages
  • Charming lodges
  • French-speaking guide

Ideal profile

  • Photographers
  • Adventurers
  • Couples

Day-by-day itinerary

Day 01Arrival in Antananarivo
  • Airport welcome
  • Night at the hotel
Day 02Flight to Morondava
  • Check-in
  • First sunset over the baobabs
Day 03Avenue of the Baobabs and Kirindy
  • Sunrise on the avenue
  • Kirindy reserve, night walk
Day 04Drive to Bekopaka
  • Ferry crossing
  • Savannah landscapes
Day 05Small Tsingy
  • Hike in the Tsingy
  • Sunset on the Manambolo river
Day 06Great Tsingy
  • Footbridges and suspension bridges
  • Picnic in the park
Day 07Back to Morondava
  • Drive with photo stops
  • End-of-trip dinner
Day 08Flight and departure
  • Flight to Antananarivo
  • Airport transfer

Indicative programme, adjustable to your dates, pace and the weather.

What's included

Included

  • Accommodation (7 nights)
  • Breakfasts
  • 4x4 vehicle with driver-guide
  • Domestic flights listed in the itinerary
  • Park and reserve entrance fees
  • ZEN Travel assistance

Not included

  • International flights
  • Madagascar visa
  • Lunches and dinners outside the programme
  • Drinks, tips and personal expenses
  • Travel insurance

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time for the Tsingy?

From April to November. The park is closed during the rainy season, usually from December to March.

Do I need to be athletic?

The small Tsingy are accessible to most travellers. The great Tsingy need some balance and good shoes.

Do I need a visa for Madagascar?

It depends on your nationality. We tell you which steps and documents are needed when we prepare your quote, but you remain responsible for the validity of your travel documents.

Can the programme be changed?

Yes. Dates, length, stops, accommodation and activities can be adapted to your wishes and budget: request a personalised quote.

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