Madagascar Adventure Itinerary – For the Bold & Curious

8-10 days

Adventure, for the Active Traveler

Looking for an adventure that pulls you out of routine and drops you right into the present moment? This journey is a raw, sensory, and soul-stirring exploration of Madagascar.

From the ancient rainforests of Andasibe to the ochre canyons of Isalo, from the haunting calls of lemurs to the warmth of sand beneath your feet in Ifaty, every step is an invitation to push your limits, rediscover wonder, and reconnect deeply.

You’re not here to tick a box. You’re here to feel alive.

Day 1: Arrival in Antananarivo

· Arrive at Ivato International Airport

· Check into Radisson Water Front or similar mid-range accommodation

· Orientation meeting with your guide

· Welcome dinner featuring Malagasy cuisine

Day 2: Journey to Andasibe-Mantadia National Park

· Morning drive to Andasibe (3-4 hours)

· Afternoon hike in primary rainforest (moderate difficulty)

· Evening guided night walk to spot nocturnal lemurs

· Overnight at Vakona Forest Lodge

Day 3: Lemur Encounters & Hiking

· Morning visit to Lemur Island

· Challenging 4-hour trek through Mantadia section of the park

· Visit to Indri habitat to hear their haunting calls

· Second night at Vakona Forest Lodge

Day 4: Transfer to Ranomafana National Park

· Scenic drive south (6-7 hours on partially rough roads)

· Brief stops at craft villages and viewpoints

· Evening arrival at Ranomafana

· Overnight at basic but comfortable park accommodations

Day 5: Ranomafana Trekking

· Full-day trek through rainforest (5-6 hours, moderate to difficult)

· Wildlife spotting including golden bamboo lemurs

· Hot springs visit to soothe muscles

· Second night at park accommodations

Day 6: Journey to Isalo National Park

· Long scenic drive to Isalo (7-8 hours)

· Stop at Ambalavao paper factory

· Evening arrival at Isalo

· Overnight at Isalo Rock Lodge

Day 7: Isalo Canyon Adventures

· Full-day hiking through sandstone formations (6-7 hours)

· Swimming in natural pools

· Visits to hidden canyons

· Second night at Isalo Rock Lodge

Day 8: Transfer to Ifaty Beach

· Morning drive to coastal Ifaty (5-6 hours)

· Afternoon snorkeling in coral reef

· Beachside dinner

· Overnight in beach bungalows

Day 9: Spiny Forest & Ocean Activities

· Morning hike in unique spiny forest ecosystem

· Afternoon kayaking or stand-up paddleboarding

· Optional scuba diving

· Second night in beach bungalows

Day 10: Return to Antananarivo & Departure

· Morning flight back to the capital

· Day room for refreshing before international departure

· Airport transfer and departure