The world’s fourth largest island, Madagascar is a largely unspoilt paradise complete with ancient and unique flora and fauna, dense rainforests, highland rice fields, stunning beaches, and rich wildlife (resident animals include more than 70 species of lemur and over half the world’s chameleons). Holiday highlights include trekking through canyons and sandstone cliffs that jut upwards across Isalo National Park, exploring the lush rainforests of Ranomafana National Park, and learning more about a culture steeped in rituals and tradition.
What's Included
- Full programme of guided walks led by local HF Holidays Leaders
- Comfortable accommodation
- Full-board, from breakfast on day 2
- All sightseeing and national park entrance fees (as per itinerary)
- Air-conditioned transport
- Internal flight
- Return flights from the UK including hold baggage and airport transfers
Trip Suitability
This holiday is at the upper end of our level 2 walks. Trails are rough and rocky underfoot. Walks are 3-6½ miles (5-10km) with up to 1,850 feet (570m) of ascent. There is quite a lot of travelling on this tour, on some poorly made roads. You'll need plenty of stamina for this trip. Some National Parks have more walking than others, and because of the wildlife element of this holiday, some of the walks do turn into nature walks.
Accommodation
Royal Palissandre Hotel & Spa, Antananarivo - Madagascar
Palissandre Hotel & Spa is 4-star hotel located in the centre of Antananarivo overlooking the famous Avenue of Independence. The hotel has 49 rooms designed to highlight local materials: rosewood furniture, mohair carpet & traditional, authentic decor.
The restaurant terrace offers panoramic city views and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.
The hotel also includes a craft shop, outdoor pool, hammam, spa and gym.
Le Paradisier, Tulear - Madagascar
Le Paradisier provides the perfect place for relaxation, located on the lagoon of Ifaty. The rooms take full advantage of the surroundings with each freestanding bungalow overlooking the ocean. Facilities also include an infinity pool, timber patio and on-site restaurant.
Le Relais De La Reine, Isalo National Park - Madagascar
This is a fabulous hotel. The location of Le Relais de la Reine is superb, in the Isalo National Park. The comfortable chalets are all en-suite with their own veranda and are arranged around a shaded garden next to the pool.
Ambalakely Hotel, Fianarantsoa - Madagascar
Ambalakely means ‘in the small countryside’ and this hotel certainly lives up to its name with its beautiful lush surroundings.
Rooms are modern, and all have private bathrooms, but are designed with comfort and quiet in mind.
Residence Madalief, Antsirabe - Madagascar
Residence Madalief is a charitable organisation which operates community projects in and around Antsirabe. The guest house was opened to generate funds to support the charity. Our stay there is in en-suite rooms which look out onto a well-kept garden, the ideal place to relax. Watch out for the bird of prey that has made its home above the kitchen door!
Au Bois Vert, Antananarivo - Madagascar
Au Bois Vert is located a short transfer, only 5 minutes, from the airport. The lodge has been built in the heart of a 3 hectare forest and its setting, along with its pool, makes it the ideal place for you to rest after your flight. Rooms are air-conditioned and facilities include TV, safe and free internet connection.
Centrest Sejour Hotel - Madagascar
Situated just outside the town of Ranomafana in Eastern Madagascar, the Centrest Sejour is ideally positioned both for exploring the town and the nearby Ranomafana National Park.
Betsileo Country Lodge, Ambalavao – Madagascar
Enjoy the panoramic views of the granite rock formations that dominate this area with the mountain chains of the Andringitra National Park in the distance. Rooms are simply decorated but light with a swimming pool, terrace and on-site dining.
Les Dunes d’Ifaty - Madagascar
Les Dunes d’Ifaty provides the perfect place for relaxation, located on the lagoon of Ifaty. The rooms take full advantage of the surroundings with direct access to the beach from wide, wooden steps in the main building. Facilities also include a swimming pool, terrace, beach bar and on-site restaurant.
