ANTANANARIVO – MANAMBATO – ANKANIN NY NOFY – TAMATAVE – MAHAMBO
– SOANERENA IVONGO – SAINTE MARIE

Highlights – Sainte Marie Tour:

• Three days diving
• Discovery of fauna and flora like the chameleon and other animal and plant species
• Dolphin observation on the island of Sainte Marie
• Discovery of Dolphin if at the period of dolphin festival
• Observation of the beautiful landscape during the trip
• Discovery of lemurs, the most famous animals of the island
• Discover the culture of the Betsimisaraka ethnic group of Madagascar
• Diving and relaxation on various beautiful beaches with sunset
• Tingue Bay of Sainte-Marie Island

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Itinerary

7 Nov: Welcome to Ivato Airport – Transfer to Hotel

Transfer to the hotel. In the afternoon, you can visit the capital and explore the island. In the evening, return to the hotel and relax after a long flight. Overnight at a 4-star hotel.

8 Nov: Antananarivo – Manambato (259 km, approx. 6h 53min)

After breakfast, drive to Manambato. Enjoy the scenic green mountains and lush plant life along the way. Overnight at a 4-star hotel.

9 Nov: Manambato – Ankanin Ny Nofy

After breakfast, explore the town of Manambato. Enjoy lunch at the hotel and then take a motorboat ride along the Pangalane Canal to Hotel Pangalanes Jungle Nofy near Ankanin Ny Nofy. During the boat journey, observe local Betsimisaraka architecture and beautiful natural landscapes. Overnight at a 4-star hotel.

Manambato

Relax by the sea with Manambato’s soft sandy beach and warm climate. Enjoy a short boat trip on Rasoabe Lake. The lake is named after a legend involving betrayal and revenge. Manambato also serves as a gateway to the Pangalanes Lakes.

Ankanin Ny Nofy

The Palmarium Reserve, also known as Ankanin Ny Nofy (“The Nest of Dreams”), lies on 50 hectares along the Pangalanes Channel. Discover about ten species of lemurs, including Indri-Indri, Aye-Aye, and Sifaka, living freely. Encounter rare fauna and flora such as orchids, carnivorous plants, and exotic palm varieties.

10 Nov: Manambato – Tamatave (95.2 km, approx. 2h 47min)

After breakfast, an off-road adventure awaits on the route to Tamatave. Overnight at a 4-star hotel.

11 Nov: Tamatave – Mahambo – Soanierana Ivongo (163 km, approx. 5h 30min)

After breakfast, enjoy a beach walk in Tamatave. Continue to Soanierana Ivongo, where a boat will take you to Sainte-Marie Island. Discover breathtaking coastal landscapes along the way.

Mahambo

Mahambo is a quiet village nestled between Tamatave and Sainte-Marie. It features a scenic beach, a lagoon, and surf-friendly waves, making it a favored destination for water sports.

12 Nov: Soanierana Ivongo – Sainte Marie

After breakfast, take a boat to Sainte-Marie Island. Upon arrival, relax and settle in. Overnight in a 4-star hotel.

13–15 Nov: Diving in Sainte Marie

Enjoy three days of diving adventures. Explore a natural underwater aquarium teeming with coral reefs, colorful fish, sea turtles, and more. Lunch at the hotel and leisure time in the afternoon. You may also explore the center of Sainte-Marie Island. Overnight in a 4-star hotel each night.

16 Nov: Sainte Marie – Antananarivo – Europe

After breakfast, transfer to the airport for a flight to Antananarivo, followed by your international flight back to Europe.

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Inclusive:

• Hotel during the tour
• Diving equipment (wetsuit, mask, diving apparatus) and diving course
• Transport during the tour
• Internet in the car during the tour
• Domestic flight ticket
• Entrance Park fee
• English-speaking tour guide during the tour
• Reception in English by a Malagasy tour guide at the airport
• Welcome gifts
• 24/7 telephone support in English in Ifanadiana Madagascar during the tour
• 24-hour emergency service in English for family members during the tour
• Map of Madagascar
• Detailed travel information in English

Exclusive:

• International flight ticket
• Travel Insurance
• Full board meals

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