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13 days / 12 nights – Flights included – Max 12 participants – € 4,550 per person
A comprehensive trip to Northern Madagascar, including tropical forests, spectacular rock formations, turquoise bays and some of the most fascinating islands in the Indian Ocean.
This North Madagascar tour with Italian-speaking guide is limited to a maximum of 12 participants and is designed for those who wish to discover the island in an authentic but well-organised way, with balanced rhythms and selected facilities.
From the Tsingy Rouge to Ankarana, from the forests of the Montagne d’Ambre to the mythical Emerald Sea, and the marine excursions to Nosy Tanikely, Nosy Sakatia and Nosy Iranja: a complete itinerary encompassing the best of Northern Madagascar and the sea of Nosy Be.
Many itineraries focus on the South (Isalo and Avenue des Baobabs).
The North Madagascar, on the other hand, offers:
✔ Tropical evergreen forests
✔ Spectacular karst parks (Ankarana)
✔ Tsingy Rouge unique in the world
✔ Unspoilt bays and beaches
✔ Perfect combination with Nosy Be
&È a more varied, more tropical area with an excellent balance between nature and sea.
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Not è a programme translated from local catalogues
è designed for the Italian market
Includes Italian-speaking guide throughout
Outdoors and sea without massacring transfers
It has a balanced and proven rhythm
È a tour Madagascar North August designed to offer variety and comfort.
The tour includes Ethiopian Airlines flights with taxes included.
We locked in fares well in advance:
the current summer rates are significantly higher than our included rate.
In August Madagascar è in high season: blocking your flight now è a real advantage.
August falls in the dry season:
✔ Stable climate
✔ Mild temperatures
✔ Excellent visibility in parks
✔ Favourable sea at Nosy Be
✔ No cyclone risk
È one of the best months for this route.
East Ankarana National Park
Karst formations
Suspended bridges
Caves
Tropical Dry Forest
An ecosystem unique to Madagascar.
Montagne d’Ambre
Evergreen Forest
Cascades
Lemurs and endemic fauna
A total contrast to the arid areas of the South.
Tsingy Rouge
Red laterite formations shaped by erosion.
One of the country's most astonishing landscapes.
The second part of the trip is dedicated to the sea:
✔ Nosy Tanikely (marine snorkelling reserve)
✔ Nosy Komba (lemur island)
✔ Nosy Sakatia (sea turtles)
✔ Nosy Iranja (iconic white sand tongue)
A perfect balance of adventure and tropical relaxation.
The group è limited to 12 participants to ensure:
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✔ More authentic experience
✔ Greater focus on driving
✔ Balanced rhythm
✔ Smooth logistics
Italian-speaking guide accompanies the group for the duration of the trip.
01 August – Departure from’Italy: Departure from Milano Malpensa by scheduled flight Ethiopian Airlines to Madagascar (via Addis Ababa). Processing of boarding formalities and night in the air.
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August 2nd – Arrival in Nosy Be, the Island of Fragrances: Arrive in Nosy Be, famous for its plantations of ylang-ylang, spices and tropical flowers. Transfer to the hotel and accommodation in the bungalows. Free time to relax between swimming pool, tropical garden and beach. In the evening dinner and overnight.
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Hotel: Loharano Hotel – Bungalow Garden (DBB) – or similar
03 August – Nosy Be → Ambanja → Ambilobe: Transfer to Hellville harbour and transfer by speedboat to Ankify. Meeting with your Italian-speaking guide and start of the tour in Northern Madagascar. The day includes: Plantations of cocoa, vanilla and spices, Navigation in traditional dugout on the Ramena River with a visit to a waterfall, Ambobaka village, known for its traditional healers. Local lunch en route. Arrival in Ambilobe in the afternoon, dinner and overnight.
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Hotel: Kozobe Hotel – Comfort Room (L–DBB) – or similar
04 August – Ambilobe → East Ankarana Park → Diego Suarez: Departure to the East Ankarana National Park crossing savannah, rice fields and villages. Visiting the park with certified guide Madagascar National Park (Dry tropical forest, Trails among karst formations, Nature circuits: Perte de Rivière, Tsingy Rary, suspension bridge, caves. Lunch at the “Chez Aurelien” restaurant. In the afternoon, transfer to Diego Suarez, check in at the hotel, free dinner and overnight stay.
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Hotel: Le Grand Hotel – Standard Room (L–BB) – or similar
August 05 – Excursion to the Emerald Sea: Excursion to the famous Emerald Sea, with transfer via Ramena and sailing by local boat. Day dedicated to swimming, snorkelling and relaxing on white beaches. Lunch on a virgin island. Return in the afternoon, free dinner and overnight.
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Hotel: Le Grand Hotel – Standard Room (L–BB) – or similar
06 August – Pirate Bay and East Coast: Off-road safari along the east coast (Fishing villages of Ivovona and Ambodivahibe, Pirates' Bay, pristine beach, Short trekking between centuries-oldbaobabs). Lunch at Antalaha Bay. Return to Diego Suarez, free dinner and overnight.
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Hotel: Le Grand Hotel – Standard Room (L–BB) – or similar
07 August – Montagne d’Ambre National Park: Visit of the Parco de la Montagne d’Ambre with MNP guide (Evergreen forest, Waterfalls and viewpoints, Spotting lemurs and endemic fauna). Lunch at the Relais de la Montagne d’Ambre. Return to the hotel, free dinner and overnight stay.
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Hotel: Le Grand Hotel – Standard Room (L–BB) – or similar
08 August – The Three Bays: Sakalava, Pigeons and Dunes: Excursion to the Three Bays, with white beaches and crystal-clear sea. Visit to the lighthouse, military ruins and the village of Orangea. Lunch in Ramena. Return to Diego Suarez, free dinner and overnight stay.
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Hotel: Le Grand Hotel – Standard Room (L–BB) – or similar
August 9 – Diego Suarez → Tsingy Rouge → Ankify: Visit to the spectacular Tsingy Rouge, unique red laterite formations.Local lunch. Continue to Ankify, accommodation in lodge, dinner and overnight.
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Hotel: Le Baobab Lodge – Bungalow Supérieur (L–DBB) – or similar
August 10 – Return to Nosy Be: Boat crossing to Nosy Be. Dinner and overnight.
Hotel: Loharano Hotel – Bungalow Garden (DBB) – or similar
11 August – Nosy Tanikely & Nosy Komba: Boat excursion to Nosy Tanikely, marine reserve (snorkelling) and Nosy Komba, lemur island. Lunch pieds dans l’eau. Return to the hotel, dinner and overnight stay.
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Hotel: Loharano Hotel – Bungalow Garden (L–DBB) – or similar
August 12 – Nosy Sakatia, the island of turtles: Day at Nosy Sakatia, snorkelling with green sea turtles. Typical Malagasy lunch. Return to the hotel, dinner and overnight stay.
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Hotel: Loharano Hotel – Bungalow Garden (L–DBB) – or similar
August 13 – Nosy Iranja, the pearl of the Indian Ocean: Excursion to Nosy Iranja, famous for its tongue of white sand.Lunch on the island. Return to Nosy Be in the afternoon, dinner and overnight.
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Hotel: Loharano Hotel – Bungalow Garden (L–DBB) – or similar
14–August 15 – Return to Italy: Transfer to the airport and Ethiopian Airlines flight via Addis Ababa.
Arrival in Italy and end of services.
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Quota per person in double room: € 4,550 (single room supplement € 800)
Includes:
✔ Ethiopian Airlines flights with taxes
✔ Medical/baggage insurance
✔ Italian-speaking guide
✔ Transfers and driver
✔ Excursions and park entrances
✔ MNP certified guides
✔ Meals indicated
✔ Water during excursions
✔ Tourist taxes
Does not include:
See Madagascar
Drinks
Personal extras
Do you need a visa?
. Yes, you get it on arrival at the airport.
Is the tour è suitable for those travelling alone?
Yes, è perfect for single travellers.
is it a tiring trip?
No, the itinerary è is balanced and alternates between excursions and relaxation.
Is the sea in Nosy Be è swimmable in August?
Yes, August è is one of the best times.
Couples
Single travellers
Nature lovers
Those seeking a less touristy Madagascar
Those seeking an Italian guide
The group è limited to a maximum of 12 participants.
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