8 Days Madagascar Safari Tour Trekking in the Ridges and Canyons of Isalo. Madagascar, the "Red Island – Ile rouge," boasts an abundant diversity and unique nature that can provide visitors with a new sense of freedom. Isalo is the perfect destination for trekking in Madagascar's most beautiful national park. This 8 Days Madagascar Safari Tour enables visitors to explore the diverse landscapes along National Road 7, as well as the fauna and flora of Anja Private Park and the unique terrain of Isalo National Park. African safari vacations in Madagascar offer the opportunity to witness exceptional wildlife and breathtaking scenery that cannot be found anywhere else on Earth.
8 Days Madagascar Safari Tour
Day 1: Arrival in Antananarivo – Antsirabe
Detailed 8 Days Madagascar Safari Tour Day 1: Arrival in Antananarivo – Antsirabe Upon arrival at Ivato Airport, visitors will be greeted by the 8 Days Madagascar Safari Tour representative. From there, visitors will travel directly to Antsirabe, passing through the city of Ambatolampy, known for its foundry pot workshops. Antsirabe, which translates to "a lot of salt," is an elegant city. African safari adventures in Madagascar typically commence with a stay in the capital city before venturing into the national parks.
Main Destination: Antsirabe (City) Accommodation: Soa Guest House – Budget guest house located in or near Antsirabe
Day 2: Antsirabe – Fianarantsoa
The day begins with a city tour by rickshaw, followed by visits to workshops showcasing local handicrafts and products, such as jewelry made from zebu horn and toys crafted from old tin cans. Visitors will then journey to Ambositra, a village known as the handicraft capital of Madagascar, where visitors can explore various craft markets. The tour continues on to Fianarantsoa. Safari tours in Madagascar offer a glimpse into the country's rich cultural heritage and traditional crafts.
Main Destination: Fianarantsoa (City) Accommodation: Hotel Mahamanina – Budget hotel located in or near Fianarantsoa
Day 3: Fianarantsoa – Ranohira
After breakfast, visitors will embark on a city tour of Fianarantsoa, which means "place of good learning." The city is divided into lower and upper sections by a steep climb. The journey continues with a stop in Ambalavao to visit the manufacturing workshop of the renowned Antemoro paper. Visitors will also explore the ANJA private reserve, managed by the local community. The tour proceeds to Ranohira, where visitors will walk 800 m from the Namaza parking area to reach the Namaza camp and enjoy a short walk around the area. African safari vacations in Madagascar frequently include visits to private reserves and national parks to experience the country's unique wildlife.
Visitors will have dinner and spend the night in tents. Safari holidays in Madagascar offer a truly immersive experience in the heart of nature.
Main Destination: Ranohira (Town) Accommodation: Budget camping – In or near Ranohira
Day 4: First-Day of Trekking in Isalo National Park
Following breakfast, visitors will begin exploring Isalo National Park, a sandstone landscape sculpted by wind and water erosion into rocky outcrops, plateaus, vast plains, and deep canyons reaching up to 200 m (660 ft). Isalo is home to fourteen mammal species, including several types of lemurs. Visitors will trek to the Namaza canyon, featuring black and blue pools and a waterfall at its base. The journey continues to the plateau via the ridge and panoramic viewpoint, arriving at the natural swimming pool around 2 pm. After a refreshing swim, visitors will return to the camp for dinner around the campfire and an overnight stay in tents. African safari adventures in Isalo National Park provide the chance to witness exceptional wildlife and awe-inspiring landscapes.
Main Destination: Isalo National Park Accommodation: Budget camping – Inside Isalo NP
Day 5: Second-Day of Trekking in Isalo National Park
An early breakfast precedes a long day's trek to Maki Canyon. In addition to the fauna, the botanical inventory of the Isalo region, first documented by Perrier de la Bâthie in 1910, includes over 400 species, with only 10 being non-native. More than 70% of the species are vascular plants endemic to Madagascar. Safari tours in Isalo National Park offer ample opportunities to observe the park's distinctive flora and fauna.
After visiting the site, visitors will take a bus to reach the camp outside the park.
Main Destination: Isalo National Park Accommodation: Budget camping – Just outside Isalo NP
Day 6: Ranohira – Ambositra
Following breakfast, visitors will depart for Ambositra, a charming, warmly-colored town known as the center of Madagascar's woodcarving industry. Situated in a mountainous landscape, Ambositra is surrounded by rice terraces and eucalyptus plantations as far as the eye can see. African safari vacations in Madagascar often include visits to picturesque towns and villages to experience local life.
Main Destination: Ambositra (City) Accommodation: Hotel Artisan – Mid-range hotel located in or near Ambositra
Day 7: Ambositra – Antananarivo
Visitors will savor a delicious breakfast before leaving the village of Ambositra to return to Antananarivo, passing through the elegant city of Antsirabe. Along the way, visitors will stop in Ambatolampy, a village known for its metalwork, where cast aluminum souvenirs are often sold along the main road. After the visit, visitors will continue to Tana and transfer to their hotel upon arrival. Safari holidays in Madagascar offer a perfect combination of adventure and cultural immersion.
Main Destination: Antananarivo (City) Accommodation: Green Palace – Budget guest house located in or near Antananarivo
Day 8: Antananarivo
The final day of the 8 Days Madagascar Safari Tour begins with a quick city tour of Antananarivo by car, followed by a visit to the vibrant local markets, where visitors can purchase souvenirs. African safari adventures in Madagascar conclude, leaving visitors with lasting memories of extraordinary landscapes, unique wildlife encounters, and rich cultural experiences.
Visitors will then transfer to the airport for check-in.
We bid visitors "veloma".
Main Destination: No major destination visited Accommodation: No accommodation (End of 8 Days Madagascar Safari Tour)
End of 8 Days Madagascar Safari Tour
