WESTERN tour with descent of the Tsiribihina
- Descriptions
This tour invites you to discover the magic of Madagascar’s West, between savanna landscapes, majestic river, dry forests and spectacular karst formations. You will experience a unique adventure on the water during the descent of the Tsiribihina River, before exploring the impressive Tsingy of Bemaraha, one of Madagascar’s most extraordinary natural sites.
WESTERN tour with descent of the Tsiribihina
- Itinerary
Circuit : Antananarivo – Antsirabe – Ranomafana – Ambalavao – Isalo – Toliara – Ifaty
- Day 1 – Arrival in Antananarivo
- Day 2 – Antananarivo – Miandrivazo
- Day 3 – Miandrivazo – Start of the descent on the Tsiribihina
- Day 4 – Descent of the Tsiribihina
- Day 5 – End of the descent – Transfer to Bekopaka
- Day 6 – Bekopaka
- Day 7 – Bekopaka – Morondava
- Day 8 – Morondava – Antananarivo
- Day 9 – Departure from Madagascar
Highlights
- Highland landscapes
- Traditional villages
- Peaceful descent on the Tsiribihina
- Observation of lemurs and birds
- Camping on the riverbank
- Meeting with the locals
- Discovery of the Bemaraha Park
- Exploration of the Tsingy
- Endemic fauna and flora
- Sunset over the Tsingy
- Baobab Alley in Morondava
WESTERN tour with descent of the Tsiribihina
- Details of the itinerary
Day 1 – Arrival in Antananarivo
Meet at the airport by your driver / guide.
Private transfer to your hotel. Check-in and free time to rest after the flight.
Depending on the arrival time, it is possible to take a short walk around the hotel or enjoy a first glimpse of the Malagasy capital.
- Lunch and dinner on your own.
- Accommodation in a hotel with American breakfast.
- Ikopa Hotel or similar
Day 2 – Antananarivo – Miandrivazo
Early departure from Antananarivo towards the west of Madagascar. The road first crosses the central highlands, offering magnificent rolling landscapes, terraced rice fields and traditional villages with red brick houses.
Then continue to Miandrivazo, gateway to the Tsiribihina River. The landscape gradually evolves into more arid plateaus, heralding the western regions.
Arrival in Miandrivazo in the late afternoon, check-in at the hotel.
- Lunch and dinner on your own.
- Accommodation with American breakfast.
- Princesse Tsiribihina or similar
Day 3 – Miandrivazo – Start of the descent on the Tsiribihina
Morning transfer to the Masiakampy embarkation point then start of the descent along the Tsiribihina River aboard a barge with a professional guide and crew, overnight camping on the riverbank, lively evening and meals specially prepared by the guide. Visit of the waterfall and swimming, visit of the village of Begidro and meeting the villagers, possibility of seeing Nile crocodiles and bats.
- Lunch, dinner and overnight in Bivouac
Day 4 – Descent of the Tsiribihina
After breakfast at the bivouac, continue the
descent by motor boat through magnificent landscapes: cliffs, baobab forests and wild beaches.
As you travel along the water, you will observe the life of riverside villages, fishermen and local wildlife.
Stop along the way for a picnic lunch on a shaded beach by the river, before resuming navigation in the afternoon.
Arrival at the end of the day at a new camping site in the heart of nature, set up camp and enjoy a relaxing moment at sunset.
- Lunch, dinner and overnight in Bivouac
Day 5 – End of the descent – Transfer to Bekopaka
Breakfast at the bivouac before the last stage of the descent.
Morning navigation through a peaceful and green landscape where the river winds between cliffs and sandbanks.
Arrival late morning at the disembarkation point of Belo sur Tsiribihina.
Check-in at the hotel at the end of the day.
- Picnic lunch
- Dinner on your own.
- Accommodation with American breakfast.
- Orchidée du Bemaraha or similar
Day 6 – Bekopaka
Early departure to reach the Grand Tsingy site, located about 17 km from Bekopaka (about 1 hour on track). The visit begins with a
spectacular hike through this limestone massif with impressive formations, veritable cathedrals of stone. Suspended footbridges, ladders and bridges offer breathtaking views of karst spires rising more than 60 metres. This exploration lasting about 3 to 4 hours allows you to discover a unique landscape listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site, along with endemic fauna and flora.
In the afternoon, set off to visit the Petit Tsingy, located a few minutes from the village. This more accessible route allows you to discover more modest yet equally fascinating rock formations, amidst labyrinths, small canyons and viewpoints over the Manambolo River. You can observe lemurs,
birds and local plants there. The walk lasts about 2 to 3 hours.
Return to the hotel at the end of the day.
- Lunch and dinner on your own.
- Accommodation with American breakfast.
- Orchidée du Bemaraha or similar
Day 7 - Bekopaka – Morondava
Early departure from Bekopaka to reach Morondava by 4×4, crossing the savanna and typical western Malagasy villages, with ferry crossings on the Manambolo and Tsiribihina rivers. Arrival in Morondava in the afternoon, then continuation to the famous Baobab Alley. Stroll through these majestic emblematic trees and enjoy an unforgettable sunset at the site.
Return to Morondava in the evening.
- Lunch and dinner on your own.
- Accommodation with American breakfast.
- Hotel Le Trecicogne or similar
Day 8 - Morondava – Antananarivo
Departure for Morondava airport according to the flight schedule.
Flight to Antananarivo.
Arrival at Ivato, transfer to the hotel and check-in.
- Lunch and dinner on your own.
- Accommodation with American breakfast.
- Ikopa Hotel or similar
Day 9 - Departure from Madagascar
Depending on your flight schedule, there is the possibility to take a city tour of Antananarivo and visit the craft market to buy some souvenirs.
Transfer to the airport for your international flight.
WESTERN tour with descent of the Tsiribihina: Net price in euros per person
02 PAX IN DOUBLE ROOM (with a double bed) or TWIN ROOM (with two separate single beds): 1,580 euros
THIS PRICE INCLUDES:
- The rental of a private 4WD vehicle throughout the tour
- Fuel throughout the tour
- Airport – Hotel – Airport transfers
- Accommodation in hotels with American breakfasts (Names specified in the tour description): Day 1, Day 2, Day 6, Day 7 and Day 8
- Accommodation in bivouacs with breakfasts: Day 3, Day 4 and Day 5
- Picnic lunches during the descent: Day 3, Day 4 and Day 5
- Dinners during the descent: Day 3 and Day 4
- Cost of the visits mentioned in the program and the fees for local guides, scouts, national parks as well as all other small visits
- Descent of the Tsiribihina by private barge: Day 3, Day 4 and Day 5
- Insurance, tolls, municipal taxes, ferry crossings and car parking
- Accommodation for the accompanying driver-guide (meals, accommodation, allowance and various expenses).
- Carrying out the tour as described
THIS PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE:
- International and domestic flights
- Lunches: Day 1, Day 2, Day 6, Day 7 and Day 8
- Dinners: Day 1, Day 2, Day 5, Day 6, Day 7 and Day 8
- Drinks and mineral water
- Extras, tips and personal expenses
- Everything not mentioned in THIS PRICE INCLUDES
**IMPORTANT : Upon our confirmation within 48 hours maximum:
The hotels indicated in the program may be changed depending on their availability at the time of booking. MADAGASCAR CIRCUITS TOURS will then offer an alternative solution in a similar hotel category.
Note: This rate may be modified depending on hotel availability
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