Isalo National Park
Highland to coast adventure through spectacular landscapes
8 daysMadagascar2-14 people
Madagascar Tour Overview: Isalo National Park
Embark on an incredible 8-day journey through Madagascar's highlands to the spectacular Isalo National Park and pristine coastal paradise. Experience diverse landscapes from bustling markets to dramatic canyons, encounter ring-tailed lemurs in their natural habitat, and discover the unique culture and wildlife that make Madagascar truly extraordinary. This carefully crafted Madagascar tour showcases the unique biodiversity and stunning landscapes that make Madagascar one of the world's most extraordinary destinations.
Journey through Isalo National Park, Madagascar's dramatic canyon landscape featuring natural swimming pools, sandstone formations, and diverse ecosystems. This Madagascar tour reveals the island's geological diversity and endemic flora.
Madagascar Tour Highlights & Unique Experiences
Complete highland to coast adventure
Isalo National Park exploration
Ring-tailed lemmur encounters
Traditional highland culture
Anakao beach paradise
Nosy Ve island excursion
Coral reef snorkeling
Artisan craft workshops
Complete Madagascar Tour Package Includes
Included in Your Madagascar Tour
- • Professional guide service
- • All accommodation for 7 nights
- • All meals during the tour
- • Transportation throughout the route
- • Park entrance fees
- • Snorkeling equipment
- • Boat transfers for marine activities
- • Domestic flights (Toliara-Antananarivo)
- • Airport transfers
- • Bottled water
Not Included
- • International flights
- • Travel insurance
- • Personal expenses
- • Alcoholic beverages
- • Tips for guides
- • Laundry services
- • Optional spa treatments
Tour Requirements & Recommendations
- Good physical fitness required
- Comfortable hiking boots
- Sun protection and hat
- Swimwear for natural pools
- Basic swimming ability recommended
- Minimum age: 8 years
- Suitable for active travelers
8-Day Isalo National ParkAdventure
From highlands to coast - Experience Madagascar's Grand Canyon and ring-tailed lemurs
8-Day Isalo Adventure Itinerary
1
Antananarivo to Antsirabe
7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Activities
- Early morning departure from Antananarivo
- Drive through highland landscapes
- Stop at local villages and markets
- Visit traditional craft workshops
- Lunch at roadside restaurant
- Explore rice terraces and farmlands
- Arrive in Antsirabe thermal town
- Check-in at thermal hotel
- Evening walk through town center
- Visit local thermal springs
- Traditional highland dinner
- Rest and acclimatization
Highlights
- Highland landscape scenic drive
- Traditional craft workshop visits
- Thermal springs relaxation
- Local highland culture immersion
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation
Antsirabe Thermal Hotel
2
Antsirabe to Ambalavao
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Activities
- Morning breakfast at thermal hotel
- Depart from Antsirabe
- Drive through Betsileo highlands
- Stop at traditional villages
- Visit local rice wine production
- Lunch at highland restaurant
- Continue to Ambalavao town
- Check-in at local guesthouse
- Visit famous Ambalavao paper factory
- Explore traditional silk weaving
- Local market exploration
- Traditional Betsileo dinner
- Evening cultural performance
Highlights
- Betsileo highland culture
- Traditional paper making process
- Silk weaving demonstrations
- Local rice wine tasting
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation
Ambalavao Guesthouse
3
Ambalavao to Isalo
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Activities
- Early breakfast at guesthouse
- Depart from Ambalavao
- Drive through changing landscapes
- Stop at Anja Community Reserve
- Ring-tailed lemur observation
- Short nature walk and photography
- Lunch at reserve restaurant
- Continue journey to Isalo
- First views of sandstone formations
- Arrive at Isalo National Park
- Check-in at Isalo Rock Lodge
- Sunset viewing from lodge terrace
- Welcome dinner with park views
Highlights
- Anja Reserve ring-tailed lemurs
- Landscape transition to desert
- First Isalo formation views
- Professional wildlife photography
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation
Isalo Rock Lodge
4
Isalo National Park Full Day
7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Activities
- Early breakfast at lodge
- Full day Isalo exploration
- Hike to Piscine Naturelle
- Swimming in natural pools
- Canyon exploration and photography
- Picnic lunch in canyon setting
- Visit Canyon des Makis
- Ring-tailed lemur encounters
- Hike to Fenetre de l'Isalo
- Spectacular sunset through rock window
- Return to lodge for dinner
- Evening stargazing session
- Rest and recovery
Highlights
- Natural swimming pools
- Canyon des Makis lemur encounters
- Fenetre de l'Isalo sunset
- Comprehensive park exploration
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation
Isalo Rock Lodge
5
Isalo to Toliara
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Activities
- Final breakfast at Isalo lodge
- Check-out and departure
- Drive through spiny forest
- Stop at Zombitse-Vohibasia National Park
- Endemic bird watching
- Short forest walk
- Lunch at park restaurant
- Continue to Toliara coast
- Arrive in coastal city
- Check-in at beachfront hotel
- First ocean views
- Explore Toliara market
- Fresh seafood dinner
- Evening beach walk
Highlights
- Spiny forest ecosystem
- Zombitse endemic birds
- Transition to coastal landscape
- First ocean experience
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation
Toliara Beach Hotel
6
Toliara to Anakao
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Activities
- Morning breakfast at hotel
- Transfer to Toliara port
- Boat journey to Anakao
- Scenic coastal navigation
- Arrive at Anakao beach paradise
- Check-in at beachfront resort
- Beach orientation and safety briefing
- First snorkeling session
- Lunch by the lagoon
- Explore traditional fishing village
- Meet local Vezo fishermen
- Sunset sailing on traditional boat
- Fresh seafood dinner
- Evening beach relaxation
Highlights
- Boat journey to paradise
- Anakao pristine beaches
- First coral reef snorkeling
- Vezo fishing culture
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation
Anakao Beach Resort
7
Nosy Ve Island Excursion
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Activities
- Early breakfast at resort
- Boat departure to Nosy Ve
- Island arrival and exploration
- Sacred tomb site visit
- Snorkeling in pristine waters
- Marine life observation
- Beach picnic lunch
- Red-tailed tropicbird watching
- Island photography session
- Swimming and beach relaxation
- Traditional fishing demonstration
- Return boat journey
- Sunset dinner at resort
- Evening cultural performance
Highlights
- Nosy Ve sacred island
- Red-tailed tropicbird colony
- Pristine coral reef snorkeling
- Traditional fishing culture
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation
Anakao Beach Resort
8
Toliara to Antananarivo
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Activities
- Final breakfast at beach resort
- Boat return to Toliara
- Transfer to Toliara airport
- Domestic flight to Antananarivo
- Arrive in capital city
- City tour of Antananarivo
- Lunch at traditional restaurant
- Visit Queen's Palace complex
- Explore local markets
- Souvenir shopping
- Cultural museum visit
- Transfer to international airport
- Tour conclusion and farewell
Highlights
- Scenic domestic flight
- Antananarivo city highlights
- Queen's Palace cultural visit
- Final shopping opportunities
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation
End of tour
Important Notes
- Good physical fitness required for hiking and outdoor activities
- Marine activities are weather dependent and may be adjusted
- Comfortable hiking boots and beachwear are essential
- Basic swimming ability recommended for snorkeling activities
- Wildlife sightings are natural and cannot be guaranteed
- Domestic flight schedules may change due to weather conditions
€120
per person
All-inclusive Madagascar tour package
Duration:8 days
Group Size:2-14 people
Difficulty:Moderate
Best Season:Apr - Nov
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