Descent of Tsiribihina by canoe

Upon your arrival at Ivato International Airport, our team will welcome you and transfer you to the hotel we have carefully booked for you.

Overnight at the hotel

Departure by car to Antsirabe, the spa town;

This first day will give you a surprising glimpse of the rice-growing panoramas and the uniqueness of the rocky and mountainous landscapes of the Central Highlands;

You will appreciate the originality of the traditional constructions of the mud-brick houses with thatched or tiled roofs;

Lunch in Antsirabe and check-in at the hotel;

The afternoon is devoted to short visits and a rickshaw ride;

Antsirabe is a town steeped in history. The colonial vestiges of its glorious past, steeped in French colonization. Indeed, you will admire buildings of a very French inspiration, an avenue lined with oak trees, and the rustic and majestic Hôtel des Thermes. At the time, the town was nicknamed "Vichy Gasy" due to its therapeutic thermal springs. A city of art, visitors can visit the craft workshops to see the cutting of precious stones, the shaping of zebu horns into decorative accessories, and the making of miniature shoots.

Overnight at the hotel

Departure for Miandrivazo, the starting point for canoe trips on the Tsiribihina River.

Along the way, you'll discover the volcanic landscape of Antsirabe with its striking mountain cones. Antsirabe is the breadbasket of the Analamanga region. You'll enjoy the magnificent scenery of the terraced rice fields.

Lunch in Mandoto.

Arrival in Miandrivazo and check-in at the hotel.

It's in this village that we stock up on food during the trip down the river.

Overnight at the hotel.

Board a pirogue in the morning to sail along the Tsiribihina River. This river cruise offers several interesting stops in the wild Menabe region. As nature allows, we may spot the famous Verreaux's sifaka lemur, chameleons, and kingfishers in the vegetation that stretches along the river.

After crossing breathtaking cliffs, we will enter an idyllic setting featuring a beautiful waterfall and a natural pool that invites us to take a refreshing swim.

Continuing the cruise, we will stop at a nearby village to spend the night.

Set up camp on the white sandbank.

After breakfast, we'll embark on a short walk to meet the local people who inhabit the small villages along the riverbank (the village of Begidro);

This second day of travel down the Tsiribihina River offers us nothing but magical landscapes amidst an incredible natural resource;

This channel-based journey gives us the opportunity to encounter endemic bird species such as herons and wigeons;

Throughout the crossing, we'll discover species of bats clinging to the large cliffs. We'll also cross a tobacco plantation;

We'll spend the night under the stars in a tent on a huge white sandbar.

After spending some time interacting with the local people, we set off again early in the morning to reach Belo-sur-Tsiribihina.

During this continued descent along the river, we will have the opportunity to see a baobab forest.

To add a touch of originality to this journey, we will board a zebu cart for the transfer to the meeting point. Departure by 4X4 in the afternoon for Belo-sur-Tsiribihina.

Overnight at the hotel.

After breakfast, we head to Bekopaka to explore the Tsingy;

Ferry crossing from Manambolo, arrival in Bekopaka, and check-in at the hotel;

Overnight at the hotel

Departure in the morning aboard a 4X4 to reach the spectacular Great Tsingy of Bemaraha, 17 km from Bekopaka. We will have plenty of time to appreciate the surprising beauty of this unparalleled landscape made up of Tsingy peaks;

The Great Tsingy of Bemaraha National Park are listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The most sensational part of this hiking trail is essentially crossing the suspension bridge, where it has become customary to take photos as you pass through it;

We will have the opportunity to go caving in the caves that bear witness to the presence of humans in very ancient times (Andamozavaky Circuit for 4 hours of walking);

Return to the hotel at noon for lunch;

In the afternoon, we will visit the Little Tsingy, better known on the "Andadoany Circuit." The hiking trail invites us on a short expedition and will take you to discover the resources and heritage of the Tsingy. Indeed, we will find a breathtaking landscape with an extraordinary relief and deep canyons. This route will lead us on a botanical hike through a dense dry forest;

Return to the hotel in the late afternoon;

Overnight at the hotel

After breakfast, we'll depart for a long, dirt road ride to Morondava;

Cross the Manambolo River by ferry;

Lunch in Belo-sur-Tsiribihina at the Karibo Restaurant;

Early afternoon, we'll board a ferry to cross the famous Tsiribihina River;

Once we land, we'll stop at the mystical Sacred Baobab and the Lovers Baobab, the two famous Baobab trees that meet. A remarkable sight worthy of postcard photos;

We'll depart for Morondava in the evening to admire the spectacular sunset over the Avenue of the Baobabs;

Overnight at the hotel

Departure by 4X4 to reach the small fishing village south of Morondava. The town's reputation is due to its artisanal expertise in building wooden dhows and pirogues. This is a privileged opportunity to meet and interact with the local people.
Overnight at the hotel

To end our trip in style, we'll spend two well-deserved days relaxing on board the Mozambique Channel;
You'll enjoy the seaside resort of Belo-sur-Mer during your beach stay.
Several activities on site: diving, snorkeling, traditional pirogue excursions and rides, fishing, relaxing, and whale safaris. Don't miss out on a tan.
Overnight at the hotel.

Transfer to Morondava Airport to reach the capital of Madagascar;
Pick-up at Antananarivo Airport according to the domestic flight schedule;

We will embark on a historical and cultural discovery of the capital. We will tour the city center, which includes almost all of the city's historical monuments and statues, testifying to its glorious past;

Transfer to Ivato International Airport according to the international flight schedule.