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Bonjour à tous,

malgré les événements courants j'ai un voyage prévu à Madagascar (26avril / 9mai), et au cours de ce voyage nous voudrions visiter l'ouest de l'ile, et notamment les sites suivants:MorondovaAllée des baobabs (à belo si je ne fais pas d'erreur)TsingyJ'ai vu qu'un cyclone très violent (Fanele) avait touché Morondova à la fin du mois de janvier, et je voudrais donc savoir si qqun a des informations précises sur les conséquences de ce cyclone sur les sites sus cités.

Je n'ai trouvé des informations que sur Morondova qui a été quasiement détruite, qu'en est il de l'allée des baobabs, de la cote à Belo, et des tsingy?

Merci à ceux qui pourront me donner des informations

Décidement, un mauvais début 2009 pour nos amis gasy qui cumulent troubles politiques et climatiques... Espérons que les choses se calment à tous les niveaux.

Bonjour ! Je pars pour mada en oct 2009 en sage humanitaire au Morondava et j'ai quelques jours de vacances à prendre .Je vais visiter l'allée des baobabs et les tsingys mais pour la plage je me demandais qu'est-ce qui est plus avantageux pour moi et qui est plus beau à voir, dans le coin de nosy-iranja où dans le coin de île sainte-marie ou sinon un coin encore plus beau que je ne connais pas! Et si cela vous est possible, les coûts reliés au transport. Je vous remercie!😉

Bonjour!

Nous partons au début de mai pour 18 jours et voulons voir le plus de choses possibles au Madagascar. Nous voulons expérimenter un descente de rivière pour vraiment découvrir la nature mais sommes très limité en temps. Nous voudrions descendre la Tsirihibina ou la Morondava et voir les tsingy et l'allée des baobabs mais nous ne pouvons nous permettre de passer 10 jours sur ces activitées.. Quelqu'un saurait-il si c'est possible d'effectuer en partie une descente de rivière et de voir les tsingy mais en seulement 3-4 ou 5 jours..? Est ce que c'est irréaliste de prévoir un tel trajet en peu de temps si on effectue juste une partie de la rivière et non la totale? (Est-il possible de descendre seulement une partie de la rivière d'abord?) Aussi, avez-vous une idée des prix? Merci d'avance!!😎 Nikita

Bonjour a tous nous partons a mada du 17.05 au 14.06. Quelqu un pourrait me dire le prix correct(car pas mal d ecart de prix entre différents guides) pour faire: la descente de la tsiribihina au départ d antsirabe+les tsyngis+l allée des baobabs et ce vers le 19.05. merci et a bientot angie😎

si vous avez des questions ou si vous désirez des contacts sur mada (guides, taxi...) n'hesitez pas à m'écrire sinon voici mon parcours:

tana antsirabe miandrivazo descente de la rivière tsiribina sur 3 jours bekopaka les tsingy l'allée des baobabs morondava tulear ( en avion) fianarantsoa tana diego (les 3 baies, la mer d'emeraude, le lac sacré, la montagne d'ambre)

Bonjour

nous partons dans 3 semaines pour Mada, et nous avons du mal à trouver une petite agence locale pour "faire les TSINGY" (circuit classique) : nous prendre à Tana Tana - Antsi - Miandrivazo pirogue (3 jours) grands et petits TSINGY (2 jours) nous déposer à Morondava (via allée des baobabs)

Nous avons des propositions très chères, ou alors pas chères mais qui ne semblent pas sérieuses. Et d'abord... combien ça coûte, raisonnablement ???

Alors si vous avez des tuyaux, des connaissances, des bonnes adresses.... merci beaucoup !!!

Bab

bonjour

Nous partons en famille le 5 juillet pour Madagascar. au programme partie 1 : Antsirabé - Morandava - l'allée des baobab et les tsingy en voiture avec chauffeur partie 2 : De diégo suarez à Nossy bé dans les mêmes conditions ou en taxi brousse. entre les deux vol interne Tana-Diego si on trouve des places.

Au vues des nouvelles qui nous sont parvenues nous nous interrogeons sur l'opportunité de maintenir ce voyage dans sa forme actuelle, (voir abondon de ce projet au profit d'un stop à la réunion).

Au delà de ce que l'on connaissait déjà, deux nouvelles ont engendré ce doute. -attaques de touriste en voiture sur les tsingites (source propriétaire de l'hotel que nous avons réservé à notre arrivée à Tana). - attaques de de nuit de deux voitures sur la R 4 au nord de Tana avec violence et bléssé ( mains amputées pour une partie des passagers). source internet donc difficilement vérifiable

difficile de se faire d'ici une idée claire de la situation.

avez vous des infos sur ces deux évènements. ou plus généralement sur les conditions de voyage en ce moment.

cordialement

J-Pierre

Bonjour à tous, nous sommes 3 étudiantes en stage à Madagascar et nous prévoyons un petit week-end à Morondava de jeudi à dipmanche.

Nous allons nous renseigner pour les taxi brousse mais une fois sur place nous avons du mal a trouver des renseignement sur où aller et surtout comment. (plage et allée des baobab prévu) Etant 3 jeunes filles y a t-il des endroits où ne pas aller et comment se déplacer jusqu'au baobab et à la plage et/ou pourquoi pas d'autres endroits si il y a des choses à ne pas manquer de façon sur (pour mada) et surtout économique.

merci d'avance à ceux qui répondrons :D

Bonjour,

Je voudrais avoir les conseils ou des informations.Je vais a Madagascar au mois de juin pour 11 jours. Je sais ce n'est pas beaucoup, juste 9 jours entier.J'arrive a Antananarivo.Ce que je voudrais voir a Mada c'est les baobabs a Morondava, 1 ou 2 park national avec les animaux, quelques villages authentique. J'ai pensé d'aller de Tana a Morondava en bus ( Loic Tours). La-bas visiter l'allée des baobabs, le park national de Kirindy et Belo sur Mer.Apres descendre vers le sud, Morombe, park national d'Ifaty, Tulear et apres remonter a Tananarive vers Fianarantsoa, Ambositra, Antsirabe, Tana. Est-ce que c'est faisable pendant 9 jours? Quels villes/villages me conseiller de visiter? Est-ce qu'il y a des taxi brousses, ou il faut chercher un 4x4 avec un guide?Par apport au logement je peut trover sur place ou il vaut mieux reserver a l'avance?

Merci pour les reponses et votre aide

Judit

Five years of an unintended break... The closure of VF, COVID... What a joy to rediscover the pleasure of sharing!

I’ve stayed true to my habits: the following account is a collection of practical tips rather than a travel journal...

Madagascar is as big as France and Belgium combined. In three weeks, choices have to be made! It was the Great Tsingy that inspired our trip. We decided to focus on the southwest and the RN7. We skipped the Deep South and the North. Oh well...

OUR ITINERARY IN 3 WEEKS:

Fri 6 June – Direct AF flight to Tana – Flight arrives at 10:30 PM – Tana Sat – Antsirabe Sun – Miandrivazo Mon – Drive to the Masiakampy pier – Descent of the Tsiribihina River by pirogue - Bivouac Tue – Descent of the Tsiribihina River by pirogue - Bivouac Wed – Descent of the Tsiribihina River by pirogue – Bekopaka Thu – Pirogue on the Manambolo River and Small Tsingy of Bemaraha – Bekopaka Fri – Great Tsingy of Bemaraha – Bekopaka Sat – Avenue of the Baobabs – Morondava Sun – Belo sur Mer Mon – Free day – Belo sur Mer Tue – Manja Wed – Andavadoaka Thu – Free day – Andavadoaka Fri – Salary Lagoon – Mangily Sat – Ranohira Sun – Isalo National Park - Ranohira Mon – Anja Reserve - Ambalavao - Fianarantsoa Tue – FCE train canceled – Visit to a Tanala village - Manakara Wed – Pirogue on the Pangalanes Canal – Ranomafana Thu – Ranomafana NP – Ranomafana Fri – Ambositra – Antsirabe Sat 28 June – AF flight to Paris – Flight departs at 11:55 PM

TRIP ORGANIZATION: I prepared my trip using the usual guides (LP and Rough Guide), the internet, and the Freytag & Berndt map (1:1,000,000). I’m old-school—I still love visualizing my route on a paper map, even though in Madagascar, it’s misleading because some National Roads are only national in name!...

The agency: Since we couldn’t deal directly with a driver-guide (we lacked reliable info to take the plunge), we went through an agency to organize the logistics of our trip. We didn’t feel like using bush taxis (not enough time) or driving a 4x4 ourselves (neither the skills nor the boldness). The French agency connected us with a local agency, to whom I sent my detailed itinerary by email. A few exchanges via email and WhatsApp calls allowed us to finalize everything quickly after some adjustments. As you’ve gathered... we multiplied the commissions, which inflated the budget. That said, in the end, we were thrilled with our decision and our choice. Our trip was booked by the end of 2024, and reservations were made immediately. No bad surprises: the bookings in the planned hotels were honored, often with one of the best rooms. On our last day in Tana, before departure, we were lucky enough to meet the director I’d been communicating with, who helped build and validate our circuit. A very warm debriefing.

The driver-guide: The agency assigned us Faly, 33, a driver-guide for over 10 years. He stayed with us from start to finish: he picked us up at the airport on arrival and dropped us off 23 days later. A very experienced driver (which is important here), an open and cultured guide, reliable, punctual, and a great companion. And a provider of good advice throughout the trip. We made the most of the long stretches on dirt roads or highways to listen to him talk about daily life, rituals, wildlife, and flora... No time wasted! With a great playlist in the background, we combined business with pleasure! Faly’s accommodation and meals were included (quite often, hotels offer free lodging and meals to driver-guides who bring clients), as was the fuel. That didn’t stop us from inviting Faly to share a beer or our evening meal sometimes. He didn’t always accept, wanting to let us "enjoy our romantic evenings," as he put it. Present without being intrusive! Faly is fully capable of organizing a tailor-made trip directly. I recommend him without any hesitation—we were delighted with his service. I’ll gladly share his contact details via PM to anyone who asks.

Local guides: It’s the national guide’s prerogative to choose the local guides (mandatory in the parks). Thanks to his experience, Faly always booked us amazing, competent, and interesting local guides.

Hotels: I told the agency I wanted charming, comfortable accommodations, without falling into flashy luxury. We loved all the hotels (except the Hôtel Kanto in Manja). The rooms, mostly bungalows, were always spacious and clean. Unfortunately, I can’t give the prices—I didn’t get the details. Breakfast is always included, usually fresh and hearty. Very often, a small bottle of water is provided in the room.

Tana Hôtel Les 3 Métis Power cuts are common (!) in Tana. Bring a headlamp.

Antsirabe Ecolodge – Les chambres du voyageur Maybe our favorite! A few bungalows, beautifully arranged in a splendid tropical garden. The dog Kodak welcomes us warmly.

Miandrivazo Hôtel Princesse Tsiribihina Magnificent view of the valley.

Bekopaka Hôtel Orchidée du Bemaraha 2 (yes, 2) beautiful pools, a large open common room.

Morondava Hôtel Baobab Café Brand new or at least, according to Faly, just renovated. Very comfortable but without much charm (international style).

Belo sur Mer Ecolodge du Menabe The bungalows, all made of wood, bamboo, and thatch, are set on the beach. Very spacious and fully equipped! Large open-air restaurant by the sea. No hot water from the tap—it’s available in plastic bottles heated by the sun in front of each bungalow. Actually, we never used it... Another very, very beautiful spot.

Manja Hôtel Kanto The only hotel on this leg of the journey, so no choice. The owner knows it and, as a result, doesn’t bother. It’s a real dive! Tiny, dark room, a sordid bathroom with only a trickle of water—we skipped the shower! Clean sheets, though. Obviously, no Wi-Fi. The only place where I didn’t leave a tip. We were well warned about the discomfort of this stop, both by the agency and Faly. We weren’t surprised, and it even became a running joke during the trip. On the other hand, we found a nice little market in town.

Andavadoaka Manga Lodge What bliss! Especially after the horrible Hôtel Kanto. A paradise-like spot, overlooking three beautiful deserted white-sand beaches. Meals are served on the terrace facing the sea. Stunning sunset. We loved spending a day lounging here! We were the only guests and were pampered.

Mangily (Ifaty) Mangily is the "suburb" of Ifaty. Hôtel Vovo Telo A large beachfront bungalow complex. More touristy but pleasant—we spent a lovely evening there with our feet in the sand.

Ranohira Le Relais de la Reine A splendid resort built by a Frenchman, at the foot of the rocks, very well integrated into the environment. Beautiful marked trail starting from the garden.

Fianarantsoa Villa Sylvestre Contrary to what its name suggests, it’s a hotel right in the city center. Quite decent, though.

Manakara Parthenay Club Pretty bungalows in a large garden by the sea, but swimming isn’t safe—the water is too dangerous and rough.

Ranomafana Hôtel Thermal Very spacious rooms.

Meals: Not all our meals were included. It’s really not expensive. 1 meat or fish dish: around 35,000 Ar 1 full menu (starter, main, dessert): around 70,000 Ar 1 large THB beer (65 cl): between 8,000 and 12,000 Ar 1 piña colada: 15,000 Ar 1 flavored rum: 6,000 Ar (sometimes free) 1 glass of baobab juice (!): 5,000 Ar

We always ate very well. Rice is everywhere, served in large quantities. Zebu meat is quite good if not overcooked. Personally, I prefer fish, and I feasted: grouper, captain, crab, small lobsters...

We happily discovered baobab juice (especially in Belo, on the west coast). And of course, flavored rums!

We bought 2 packs of 6 bottles of mineral water at Carrefour (!) (about 5,000 Ar per large bottle) at the start of our trip. That was enough, especially since we often got water in the bungalows.

We had a few picnics included in our trip. Instead of picking up the hotel’s lunchbox, Faly prepared delicious, fresh, and varied picnics for us: tuna pasta salad, fried rice with eggs, grilled vegetables, and avocado...

An exceptional address not to miss: Mad Zébu – Belo sur Tsiribihina A highly reputed restaurant, a favorite of LP and Rough Guide, and rightly so! Gourmet cuisine, refined and elegant. Barely more expensive than elsewhere, and it’s worth it. We stopped there on our way up to Bekopaka and the Tsingy NP. Fully booked! So Faly reserved for our return, three days later. We’re still thanking him! What a treat!

THE BUDGET: Ariary exchange rate: 5,000 Ar = 1 €

Pre-trip expenses: Direct Air France flights: 930 € per person round trip Cost of the circuit with the agency: 2,880 € per person

The visa: Issued on arrival, very quickly. 35 € per person for a stay under 30 days. Super simple. Super fast.

On-site expenses: As soon as we arrived at the airport (it was nearly midnight), Faly advised us to exchange our euros for all our needs. There are few opportunities on our route to find an ATM or an open bank with a good rate. To be more comfortable, he took us to a small office under military protection just outside the airport. I exchanged 1,200 € (I had asked the agency for advice on the amount to bring) at a rate of 4,750 Ar and became a millionaire. Faly recounted all the stacks. That covered all our expenses (meals, drinks, tips) without ever feeling deprived. Personal purchases were made at the end of the trip. Convenient—it served as an adjustment variable. We spent our last million (200 €) on marquetry and vanilla. Tip: We asked for 200,000 Ar in 5,000 Ar bills for tips. That wasn’t too much—I even ran short of small bills in the last two days.

Tips: Madagascar is a poor country where every service deserves a small reward. While not mandatory, it’s customary. But no one ever demanded or expected it openly. On the contrary, I sometimes had to remind a porter to give them my small bill. We never carried our luggage—porters were always present when the car arrived or waiting at our door to watch for our departure. I gave each of them 5,000 Ar. In restaurants, I rounded up to the nearest ten and left the change. Local guides also expect a tip: I gave around 20,000 Ar per day for the two of us. Finally, the national guide also expects a gratuity. I had read online to budget 5 € per day per person. I added more since we were so happy with his services. The tip was given at the end of the trip, in euros, outside the budget.

Total budget all included (excluding personal purchases): 8,690 € Clearly, Madagascar is a country where life isn’t expensive, but travel costs add up quickly due to the need to rent a 4x4 with a driver.

HIGHLIGHTS:

· The dirt roads Yes, I’m listing them among the highlights! We loved those long hours spent driving at 20 km/h on rocky, muddy, white, red, or gray sand tracks... surrounded by tropical vegetation, palm trees, pandanus, mango trees... The experiences were sometimes thrilling: crossing a river on a ferry (just planks of wood fixed on two motorized pirogues side by side) or crossing a river without a ferry, with just a kid running ahead of the 4x4 to show the way; soft sand where the 4x4 easily gets stuck... The tracks are quite narrow, and crossing paths with a bush taxi, a zebu cart, or a herd of goats is always epic. So many beautiful images, so many beautiful photos! Much more beautiful than on asphalt. So yes, we loved those long stretches on dirt roads. For us, it was clearly part of the journey. Faly was particularly careful, and the 4x4 was comfortable. No injuries, no fatigue, even after 7 or 8 hours on rough tracks. The national roads (including the famous RN7) are badly damaged by cyclones, huge trucks, and lack of maintenance. Potholes have turned into ostrich nests, and we didn’t drive much faster than on the dirt roads.

· The landscapes, villages, encounters... We crossed a variety of stunning landscapes: mountains with slopes covered in terraced crops, rice fields from apple green to emerald green, sugarcane fields, then tropical forests, baobab forests (they deserve a special paragraph below), traveler’s tree forests. And then coastlines with white sand dunes against a backdrop of blue hues!... Magical! We also passed through many villages with houses whose architecture varied by region. The Betsileo houses display beautiful decorative brick reliefs. On the west coast, the houses are more precarious, made of bamboo with palm-thatched roofs. In the Highlands region, we found solid houses with pastel plaster. Each region has its own landscape, crops, habitat, and clothing. Zebu carts are often the only means of transport in remote villages. We saw them very frequently. Again, the cart’s decoration depends on the region. And then, we met many villagers coming out of the bush and walking to the next market, carrying their crops on their heads or shoulders. More beautiful photos!

· The descent of the Tsiribihina River We boarded around 9 AM in a long pirogue with Gana, the local guide, and two pirogue men. So, five of us. The pirogue is long but narrow, about 65 cm wide. We sat one behind the other at the front on seats padded with what would become our mattresses during the bivouacs. We only took the bare essentials for two nights. A little goodbye to Faly, whom we’d see again in three days! Don’t forget us! The river is silty—meaning orange, opaque but clean. We glided along silently. Gana showed us the trees, birds, crocodiles (we saw five—apparently, we were lucky). The pirogue men rowed to get us as close as possible to these crocs sunbathing on the roots of big trees. Yeah, right!... as soon as we got too close, *splash*, they disappeared into the water. We marveled at the mini rice fields lining the river. Every tiny plot, no matter how small, is cultivated. Above them, banana fields. And on the water, a whole life of fishermen and villagers living with and from the river. Gana warned us we’d eat on the pirogue because the journey was long. So, I expected chips... But no—fried rice and zebu steak, cooked right in the pirogue!! Incredible! In the middle of the afternoon, we reached a small beach where we disembarked. Gana led us about a hundred meters to a sublime waterfall. We were alone there. We had time to swim. We’d brought our swimsuits and a towel (bought at the Carrefour in Antsirabe on Faly’s wise advice!). This swim in this paradise-like spot remains one of our best memories. We found our pirogue again and set off until our first bivouac. We’d sailed for 7 hours today. The tents were set up on a wide beach, without a single tree. A moment of solitude... Uh, where can we go to the bathroom?... Especially since it was a full moon, so we felt like we were in the spotlight. Anyway... we did as everyone else—walked away, dug a hole, and the others turned their backs. A hearty meal on the beach before a comfortable and silent night. The next day, same program, with slightly different landscapes. The gorges widened, the trees were different. But still many colorful birds. Again, we ate on the pirogue: grilled chicken and vegetables. 9 hours of sailing. A similar bivouac. This time, we got it. On the third day, we finished the descent with 5 hours of sailing. So, 7 hours, 9 hours, 5 hours... doing nothing. It might sound boring... but it wasn’t. Like the dirt roads, these were contemplative moments. It glides, it’s calm, relaxing, and there’s a lot of life on this river, animal and human. Contemplation. Suspended time. On arrival, we disembarked at a sort of joyful, bustling river port. Of course, Faly was already there to pick us up.

· The Tsingy de Bemaraha NP (Small and Great) I have vertigo. During my research, several agencies advised me against visiting the Great Tsingy. "Stick to the Small ones," they said. Grrr, no, not what I wanted—we’ve dreamed of this for years! The agency we chose also warned me but didn’t discourage me. So we started with the Small Tsingy, quite close to Bekopaka, guided by Alisha. This forest of sharp limestone rocks is impressive. No vertigo issues here. The day was completed with a short pirogue ride on the Manambolo River and a visit to two caves with pretty formations. The next day, Faly and Alisha drove us to the Great Tsingy (a good hour on a terrible track). Arriving at the park entrance, Alisha equipped us with harnesses, carabiners, and gave us some safety instructions. Faly was also equipped. Wait? He’s coming with us? I quickly understood he was there for me—if I got stuck, he could go back with me, and Philippe could continue with Alisha. A wise precaution that delighted and reassured me. In the end, it was unnecessary since the famous bridge crossing was fully secured by the harness and carabiners. 18 meters on planks, one by one, it didn’t sway too much—I walked looking straight ahead, not a glance down. I even managed to smile in the middle of the crossing—I have a photo to prove it! I was overjoyed! The circuit in the Great Tsingy is a loop, so we didn’t have to cross the bridge again. We climbed to viewpoints offering breathtaking panoramic views. It’s extraordinary, unique, incredible. All this to say that if you have vertigo, don’t hesitate! It’s doable! It’s completely safe and really worth pushing your limits a bit! For those who’ve done treetop adventure courses, it’s similar. Also, no need to be a great athlete—just a bit of agility to climb a few ladders and high steps. Don’t censor yourself! I even had a small regret—the loop was a bit short (about 2 hours). I would’ve liked to continue or even redo it, with less apprehension. Tip: Do the Small Tsingy before the Great ones, or not at all. And if you can only do one, do the Great ones without hesitation.

· Canoeing in the Belo mangrove The Belo sur Mer ecolodge lends small individual canoes for free to go to the mangrove. We left at high tide, paddled for about twenty minutes to reach a fairly sparse forest where we could easily venture in. Very shallow water, crystal clear—we could see the roots of all these trees, schools of tiny fish... It was quite surprising. Until then, I only knew impenetrable, tangled mangroves. Here, nothing like that—we walked through an aquatic forest. We loved this adventure so much we left a bit late. The tide had gone out, and we had to carry our canoes for the last few meters... Of course, the staff came to help (probably laughing silently!). The lodge owners gave all the necessary explanations and lent a waterproof bag for the phone (because yes, it’s worth taking photos!). A very useful precaution—the canoes are small, low in the water, and paddling quickly soaks you. Again, this isn’t just for Tony Estanguet! It didn’t cause us any problems, not even sore muscles the next day. A great experience. It’ll take about 2 hours.

· Isalo NP Big surprise when we saw this huge rocky massif appear on the RN7! A massif of colored sandstone, carved with crevasses giving it a ruined look. Le Relais de la Reine is a little gem cleverly nestled in the heart of these rocks. A small marked trail starts from the garden. We picked up the description at reception and set off. Without a guide, alone following the markers, it took us 2 hours to complete this magnificent little trail, giving us a first glimpse of the massif before the hike the next day. And we enjoyed being completely alone for this walk. It’s free, easy, and well-signposted. Don’t miss it. In the evening, Faly took us to the so-called Isalo Window site—a hole in a wall through which we could see the sunset. We met all the tourists in the area here. We weren’t blown away by the show... The next day, we left early to reach the start of the hike. We met Zozoly at the guides’ office in the small town of Ranohira. During this hike, we climbed through the rocks to a viewpoint offering stunning 360° views of the massif. Then we reached a site called the "natural pool," breathtakingly beautiful, especially since we were alone again. A sort of oasis, a cascading waterfall, palm trees and tree ferns, fine sand, all nestled at the bottom of a small canyon. Paradise-like. We resisted swimming, but it was really tempting. A long walk on the plateaus then led us to a well-equipped picnic site where a local team prepared grills. Concrete tables were tiered in a spacious, shady clearing where a whole family of ring-tailed lemurs frolicked. They knew the tourists’ habits and tried to snatch food. Playful and not very shy, they amused us with their antics! We had to resist not luring them with a piece of banana!! Thousands of photos!! After the meal, we set off again with Zozoly for another landscape. This time, we were by a small river at the bottom of a canyon with high walls covered in vegetation. The trail was narrow and slippery, on a ledge of the wall. We progressed carefully. No danger, though. We first reached the Blue Pool, which only turns blue in photos (surprise!), then the Black Pool fed by a shower of waterfalls. Two magnificent spots that showed us a completely different aspect of the massif.

· Anja Reserve This ficus forest is home to many groups of lemurs. Used to humans, whom they don’t fear, they move around us, ignoring us completely. It’s almost annoying... The best place on our trip to see lemurs.

· The FCE train To the great regret of Manakara’s inhabitants, the FCE train hasn’t reached here for over a year and a half. As a result, there are far fewer tourists—the train was part of the experience. We drove there and didn’t regret coming to this port on the east coast.

· Visit to a Tanala village This visit wasn’t part of our program—it was added by the agency to compensate for the train not running. Which was the case. Not big fans of this kind of visit, where we feel like we’re at a zoo, voyeuristic, lacking authenticity, we followed the local guide with some skepticism and exchanged dubious looks. And yet... the guide’s explanations about village life and the warm, smiling welcome from the villagers charmed us and dispelled all our concerns. We learned a lot, met smiling families, and were able to enter these beautiful bamboo houses. A very pleasant surprise, rich in lessons.

· The Pangalanes Canal Arriving in Manakara, we crossed a bridge overlooking the Pangalanes Canal. A cry of surprise: the water is turquoise! We took a short pirogue ride with a team of three pirogue men and Joël, a local guide who explained the drama caused by the train’s halt. We stopped in a fishing village where Joël bought fish for the barbecue. We ended up on a beach where the team prepared the meal while we went to watch the fishermen return on the nearby beach. We admired the fishermen’s dexterity in untangling their nets, sorting their fish, cleaning their gear. On our return, we found a small table set up on the beach, in the shade of palm trees and casuarinas. Lobsters, captain fish, grilled vegetables, sautéed potatoes. A real feast (included in the trip cost).

· Ranomafana NP A 4-5 hour hike (some climbing) in a dense secondary forest to look for lemurs. As usual, we were accompanied by a local guide who, while waiting to find our furry friends, gave us lots of info on the vegetation, birds, and Tanala ethnic rituals. In the forest, we met 4 or 5 trackers, armed with radios to alert guides of their findings. In the end, we saw several lemurs of different types. Quite far, quite high... A nice complement to our lemur encounters in Isalo. Here, it rains 200 days a year. We started the hike in thick fog, but the forest’s density protected us from the humidity. Be careful—it can be a bit frustrating to see the lemurs so far away, so high. Nothing like the Anja Reserve or Isalo NP. Here, what’s fun is the hunt.

· The baobabs We were captivated by these kings of the forest, noble, imposing, majestic. We spotted them from very far away, towering over the rest of the vegetation. Alone, in small groups, or in forests, our trip allowed us to see hundreds of them! Mainly on the west coast. All different—bald, hairy, shaggy, short and stout, tall and thin, like Laurel and Hardy. Philippe took to naming them. Respectfully!

OUR FAVORITES: · The variety of landscapes. · The Tsingy NP.

OUR DISAPPOINTMENTS: · The Avenue of the Baobabs, very overrated and the only place where we saw crowds. We saw many other "forests" of baobabs that were much more impressive. · It’s hard to approach the population calmly as swarms of children run up as soon as we arrive, asking for sweets. Without any aggression, their smiles and laughter quickly made us forget this small inconvenience. We never gave out candy, clothes, or money. We left pens at a school and clothes with Faly.

IF WE WERE TO DO IT AGAIN: · Same period, same duration, same pace, same itinerary, but if we were to do it again today, I’d go through Faly directly! · Maybe we should’ve stayed in Ambalavao instead of Fianarantsoa. · Plan a longer loop in the Great Tsingy—it felt a bit too short.

MISCELLANEOUS: The welcome: ‘Samala Vazaha,’ there are many, many kids, sometimes overwhelming, never aggressive. We were impressed by the villagers’ smiles and good humor, towards us or even among themselves—laughter was everywhere. Safety: No problems. Out of (excessive?) caution, we spread all our money across several bags that we padlocked whenever we left the hotel. Bribes: We were stopped several times on the road by police or gendarmes. They checked our papers, sometimes our passports. Faly was perfectly in order. No discussion, no bribes, a cordial greeting from the officers. However, several times we found ourselves at small "tolls" on the tracks for villagers who had leveled the road or filled a hole, or for the young guy who ran through the river to show the way... Faly complied without discussion: every service deserves a small bill. Language: French is still widely spoken. Credit card: Unused. Cash: You need it! The climate at this time: Ideal—blue skies, sunshine, and mild temperatures (20-25°C) throughout our trip. Temperatures started to drop by our departure—winter was setting in. Clothing: T-shirt or polo and a vest sometimes in the evening, sandals on our feet, hiking shoes for all the hikes. Tip: We left a bag in the car (completely safe) with things we didn’t need daily and dirty laundry. The two bags to take out at each stop were much lighter. Before leaving, we left several polos and T-shirts with Faly, which, once washed, will make a few people happy. Tourist crowds at this time: Low—we were sometimes the only guests at the hotel. Faly explained that at the Isalo picnic site, in high season, you have to queue for a table, whereas we had our pick. Photos: Lots! Too many! That’s the problem with digital—we take so many! Health issues: Nothing serious, just the usual mild traveler’s diarrhea. Mosquitoes: They’re voracious. We took anti-malaria treatment. I’m still not sure if it was the right thing to do... I’m always very skeptical about such precautions. Internet: Free Wi-Fi at the lodges’ reception (except at Hôtel Kanto!), sometimes (rarely) in the bungalows. Phone: We didn’t try to get a local SIM card—the evening Wi-Fi was enough for us to make calls and send messages via WhatsApp. Make sure to turn off mobile data and switch to airplane mode (I activated it a bit late—received calls, spam ones at that, were charged...). Electricity: French plugs. Personal purchases: Beautiful wooden objects (sculptures and marquetry) or zebu horn items in Ambositra. 1 kg of vanilla (400,000 Ar – 80 € per kg) in Tana.

IN CONCLUSION: A trip of contemplation. A pause for admiration, as our local guide in Isalo NP said. Nothing else to do but walk, look, and enjoy. Here, there are no old stones, no museums—it’s a trip where nature reigns supreme. And what nature!

Hi everyone! I’ve put together an itinerary for Madagascar and would love to get your feedback if you can help—thanks!

December 6–9: Antananarivo 3 nights, sightseeing Andasibe-Mantadia National Park Rova of Antananarivo (Ambohimanga Fort) Lemurs’ Park

December 9–11: Fianarantsoa, 2 nights Ranomafana National Park

Ambalavao, December 11–13, 2 nights Andringitra National Park

December 13–15: Ranohira or Ilakaka, 2 nights Monkey Canyon visit Isalo National Park

December 15–18: Tulear, 3 nights Reniala Reserve visit Beach time, possible diving Antsokay Arboretum Ifaty Forest

December 18–19: Full day—take a flight to the capital and stay overnight Then on December 19, take the bus to Morondava

December 19–23: Morondava, 4 nights Kirindy Mitea National Park Avenue of the Baobabs Tsingy de Bemaraha National Park

12:30-hour bus ride from Morondava to the capital

Antananarivo, December 23–24 11:30-hour trip from the capital to Mahajanga

Mahajanga/Majunga, December 24–27, 3 nights Ankarafantsika National Park visit

Ambanja District, 3 nights December 27–30 Tsaratanana Nature Reserve visit Maromokotro trek

Nosy Be Island, December 30–January 7, 2026, 8 nights diving, beach time, relaxation, walks, hiking, snorkeling

Antsiranana, January 7–11, 4 nights Ambavanibe Bay visit Montagne d’Ambre National Park

Return to the capital for a flight home or a 28-hour bus ride

1 or 2 nights in Antananarivo depending on the return trip

January 13: Departure for France Arrival in Paris, France the next day

Hi there, I’m planning a 22-day trip to Madagascar this July.

And I could really use some advice 😊

Here’s what I’m sure about: Spending a few days in Nosy Be so my daughter can complete her Open Water certification—so I’m thinking 4 or 5 days there. I think Diego Suarez, Montagne d’Ambre, and Ankarana would suit what we like to do and have the advantage of being close to Nosy Be.

Now, the parts I’m unsure about, especially because of travel times:

My daughters really want to see whales. Is it possible around Nosy Be, or is Sainte Marie *the* must-visit spot? And what’s the weather like at that time of year? If we choose Sainte Marie, maybe do the Pangalanes Canal? Or is the route from Diego to Sainte Marie via the Vanilla Road a must-do?

Another option could be exploring the east with the Tsiribihina River and the Avenue of the Baobabs in Morondava.

Thanks in advance for your tips!

TRAVEL JOURNAL MADAGASCAR OCTOBER 2019

First of all, a big thank you to all the VoyageForum contributors who helped us plan our itinerary.

Introduction: There are three of us—a couple and a friend—all retired, aged 70. We spent four weeks in Madagascar, our first trip there, accompanied by a guide and a 4x4 driver-mechanic. We decided on the trip in June, and the process of requesting quotes, planning the itinerary, buying flight tickets, and applying for visas was quick. We finalized everything by the end of June.

Vehicle: The car was a Nissan Patrol, not new but well-maintained, and it served us perfectly. We had a few minor repairs—wheel bearings to change, a broken bull bar, and two flat tires throughout the trip. There was no air conditioning, so we drove with the windows open, which meant a bit of dust. In full sun, temperatures could reach 37/38°C.

Itinerary: The route started in Antananarivo upon arrival from the Air France flight from Roissy to Ivato and ended four weeks later at the same airport, passing through Antsirabe, Miandrivazo, the Tsiribihina River descent, Belo sur Tsiribihina, the Tsingy de Bemahara, the Avenue of the Baobabs, Morondava, Belo sur Mer, Morombe, Salary, Ifaty–Tulear, Ranohira, Fianarantsoa, the FCE train, Manakara, the Pangalanes Canal, Ranomafana, the Anja Reserve, and Ambositra.

Our local agency: The trip was organized with the help and logistical support of a local agency based in Antsirabe—a small, efficient, and enthusiastic team run by Élodie and her guide Manantsoa. If you'd like their contact details, feel free to message me directly. We have nothing but praise for them!

The roads: Travel was by 4x4 on rough, uneven tracks. We didn’t plan long stages to spare our backs, averaging a maximum of 5 to 6 hours per day. As for the RN7, the island’s most touristy road, there were no major issues. The Fianarantsoa Côte Est (FCE) train: This is the only train connecting Fianarantsoa to Manakara on the east coast. Taking it is an epic adventure—it takes an average of 17/18 hours to cover the 165 km between the two cities, passing through 17 stations, countless tunnels, and bridges. We left at 7 AM and arrived around 1:30 AM, but it was a direct way to connect with the local population at every stop. Even though we were comfortably seated in first class, we got a small glimpse of the harsh living conditions of the locals. One striking detail: on the last 80 km before Manakara, there wasn’t a single light—it was pitch black!

The Tsiribihina River descent: You can choose between a motorized barge or a rowed pirogue, depending on your comfort level. We opted for the motorized barge with a crew that included our guide, the captain, two sailors, and a cook. There was an upper deck for sunbathing and relaxing, and we slept in tents set up by the crew. The toilets were dry, and we showered with cold water from a waterfall—no complaints! The pirogue is more basic. It’s a slow, timeless journey along the river, with stunning landscapes, friendly locals, and diverse wildlife—lemurs, herons, birds of prey, kingfishers, and more.

Safety: The main safety concern on the roads is classic prevention—no flashy jewelry or visible valuables. In high-risk areas, vehicles travel in convoys escorted by the army, police, or gendarmerie. Elsewhere, our guide and driver handled "difficulties" like local "tolls," river crossings, and ferries with resourcefulness and calm. We never felt in danger during the four weeks, though we avoided driving or walking at night.

Accommodation: We chose mid-range hotels, always with private bathrooms and showers in the room. Sometimes there was no hot water, and water pressure was inconsistent, but that was city-wide, so we understood. In more touristy areas, the hotels were slightly better, though there’s still a long way to go to meet our standards! For the Tsiribihina descent, the crew set up a protected area for toilets and cold showers. We could even shower under the waterfall in the morning—cold and invigorating, but amazing!

Food: We ate well, whether it was European or Malagasy cuisine. The food was tasty and plentiful. The staple is rice—when imported from China or Myanmar, the quality isn’t always consistent. It’s served with everything. Zebu (beef) is good, and pork is less common but decent. Poultry isn’t raised in battery farms like at home; it’s free-range, tasty, but a bit tough. There’s a variety of vegetables, though we missed fresh fruit—it wasn’t the right season. Bananas and pineapples were abundant, with a few mangoes and oranges. On the coast, seafood was a treat—fish, shellfish, crabs, lobsters, sea cicadas, oysters, and more. Near Antananarivo, there’s a town called Behenjy specializing in foie gras, though in the heat, it’s not ideal for tasting. For local "hotely" restaurants (serving Malagasy food), it’s best to ask your guide to pick the best ones. As for tap water and raw vegetables, forget about them during your stay! We preferred to dine at the hotel to avoid nighttime outings, except in rare cases where a quality restaurant was nearby.

The people: It’s an understatement to say that Madagascar suffers from endemic poverty. In the cities, homeless people—men, women, children, even newborns—sleep on the streets or in makeshift shelters. The villages we passed through weren’t much better, and the remote ones we didn’t see are likely even worse. People lack everything—running water, electricity, schools, infrastructure—especially in the southern villages. Yet the land and rice fields seem to yield abundant harvests, and in desert areas, zebu farming is a way of life. The sea provides its riches—fish, lobsters, octopus, crabs, and more. Given the lack of education and income, begging is everywhere, a bit persistent but never aggressive. Bring as many things to give away as you can, and leave with empty hands—or rather, suitcases full of souvenirs! Let’s pay tribute to NGOs and religious institutions doing incredible work. On a personal level, we can only reflect, feel a bit of outrage, and act against this injustice. The Malagasy people don’t deserve this level of poverty. They’re also very religious—Catholic, Protestant, Adventist, Seventh-day Adventist, Jehovah’s Witness churches, and more, flourish across the island. In short, the people are welcoming, resigned, but so endearing and friendly!

Landscapes: The Tsingy, baobabs of all shapes and sizes—big, small, round, slender—the pristine beaches and Polynesian-like lagoons with deep blue waters between Tulear and Morombe, the rocks of the Isalo Massif reminiscent of the Wild West, the primary forests of Ranomafana, the red laterite landscapes of the Highlands dotted with villages, terraced rice fields, sunrises and sunsets on the east and west coasts, the views from the FCE train, the tranquility of the Pangalanes Canal (a bit like Kerala), the Vezo villages (nomads of the sea), the lagoon dotted with colorful square sails of Vezo fishermen—it’s all fantastic and varied!

Local transport: Overloaded bush taxis or trucks, zebu carts, rickshaws, tuk-tuks, and even carts pulled by people—it’s even more shocking!

Wildlife: The stars: - Lemurs—diurnal and nocturnal—there are so many to see, and you can spend hours watching them! - Chameleons—all shapes, sizes, and colors!

Climate: During our four weeks in September and October 2019 (we’d only been back for three days), we had just one day of rain. It was warm and pleasant everywhere during the trip. A light sweater for the evenings and waterproof clothing for rainy days are a good idea. Don’t forget sunglasses, swimsuits, sunscreen, mosquito repellent, malaria prophylaxis, flip-flops, hiking shoes for the parks, and all the usual essentials—nothing out of the ordinary!

Expenses: For half-board (breakfast and dinner), including transport (fuel), guide and driver, park entry fees, and local park guides, the cost was 2300 € per person for the four weeks. On top of that, you’ll need to add flight tickets, drinks, and lunch (around 5–10 € depending on your choices), as well as tips and personal expenses.

In short, we came back CHARMED.

Our thanks to ÉLODIE and MANANTSOA, as well as the drivers PAPOOSE and ROBERT.

Bonjour, abituellement j'aime bien me faire ma propre idée et mes recherches mais là il y a tellement de paramètres à prendre en compte pour visiter cette île qui à l'air formidable que je m'en remets aux habitués du forum. Je souhaite partir trois semaines en fin d'année et je souhaite vos avis pour savoir que voir et faire dans ce laps de temps sur les régions du centre est (Bemaraha) et du nord (Nosy Be). Entre ces deux régions j'imagine qu'il faudra prendre l'avion, mais pour le reste ce sera probablement du transport terrestre mais si possible assez safe vu que je voyagerai seul. Je sais que ma demande est très vague mais j'ai l'impression qu'il faudrait minimum 2 mois pour ces deux régions! :)

Bonsoir à tous,

Je pense partir à la dernière minute pour 30 jours à Madagascar, du 29 mai au 26 juin. Je voyagerai en solo (avec les règles de sécurité d'usage; j'aurai néanmoins mon appareil photo réflex), pour la toute première fois en Afrique (mais j'ai bien l'habitude en Asie, ainsi qu'en Amérique du Sud). Le petit problème que je rencontre est que j'ai eu un accident de rando au Laos il y a 6 mois et que ma cheville n'est pas encore 100% stable suite à l'opération. Je ne peux donc pas faire de randonnée à dénivelé ou sol trop instable, mais je suis capable de marcher pendant 5-6h d'affilée sur un sentier.

Souhaitant que ce voyage soit un voyage de découverte de la faune et de la flore malgré tout, connaissez-vous des parcs qui correspondraient à ces critères, me permettant ainsi d'approcher lémuriens, caméléons etc ?

Je compte utiliser les transports locaux et voyager à petit budget. Je commence à peine à me renseigner et pour l'instant, j'ai noté les lieux suivants que je souhaiterais visiter :

- Maroantsetra pour faire par exemple un peu de snorkelling (?) - 3 ou 4 jours sur l'île Sainte Marie - trajet en train de Fianarantsoa à Manakara (j'adore prendre le train !) et petit tour sur le canal des pangalanes - allée des baobabs (Morondava)

Auriez-vous d'autres suggestions que je puisse intégrer à la boucle ? Je vais essayer de ne pas trop charger mon séjour pour éviter une nouvelle blessure, mais je suis normalement assez hypéractive en voyage et pas trop du genre farniente. Voyager différemment, c'est également un challenge intéressant !

Merci pour toutes vos informations ! Sophie

Bonjour,

je prépare actuellement mon voyage à Madagascar de 20 jours fin octobre début novembre et j'ai quelques petites questions….

Nous sommes 2, sportifs, aimant la randonnée et tous les types d'activités. Comme programme je souhaite visiter : Antsirabe (possible VTT au alentours) Parc Ranomafana. randonnée en forêt Petit trek avec bivouac du parc d'Andringitra au parc Tsananoro Route vers Miandrivazo. Descente en pirogue de la rivière Tsiribihina. Bivouac. Randonnée dans les petits et grands tsingy Allée des baobabs, retour à Morondava et transfert en véhicule vers Tana. (vol possible)

J'ai contacté une agence locale "bien coté", le tarif demandé (près de 3000€/personne) est totalement hors budget. Je pense donc trouver un chauffeur/guide et organiser en partie mes réservations d'hôtels.

Par contre pour l'organisation du trek dans l'Andringitra et la descente de la Tsiribihina je voudrais éviter de perdre trop de temps sur place à la recherche du bon guide local.

Questions :

Est il possible de trouver facilement dans les 2 cas une petite équipe pour le trek et la pirogue ? Que devient le chauffeur pendant ce temps là ? En parlant gros sous, et en optant pour des hôtels corrects (hors bivouacs bien sur) à combien estimez vous le coût de ce voyage ?

Merci pour vos conseils. M.

Bonjour!

Je suis actuellement à Antananarivo professionnellement au Sommet de la Francophonie. J'ai pris 5 jours de congé pour découvrir un peu Mada sous un autre angle et connaître la culture locale. Je sais que 5 jours c'est court mais je n'ai pas plus de temps dispo. Je pense prendre un véhicule avec chauffeur. Que me conseillez-vous, sachant que je veux sortir de la grande ville? J'ai repéré une agence de location dans le Guide petit futé, location Parany à Tana. On me demande de payer la moitié maintenant et le reste en débutant le parcours. Ça me semble légitime mais on me fait tellement de mises en garde ici à Tana que j'ai du mal à tirer le vrai du faux. J'aimerais voir des baobabs aux environs de Morondava mais est-ce raisonnable de faire 10 heures de route pour m'y rendre?

J'attends vos conseils.

Merci à l'avance!

Bonsoir a tous, Mi-septembre je pars pour 3 semaines à madagascar, On voudrais faire la descente de la tsiribihina en pirogue sur 2 ou 3 jours, Quelqu'un connait un bon guide?.... Une autre petite question.... connaissez vous un organisme qui accompagne pour voir des baleines du coté de nossy be? Merci beacoup de vos reponse ;-)

Bonjour,

Nous envisageons de faire la N7 en novembre prochain. Nous recherchons quelqu'un pour nous organiser ce voyage pour 4 personnes avec voiture et chauffeur, étapes et hôtels réservés. Quelqu'un a t'il les coordonnées d'un prestataire sérieux avec qui il a déjà fait ce trajet.

Merci de votre aide

Bonjour à tous,

Ca y est c'est décidé, cette année ce sera les Tsingy de Bemaraha !

Bon une fois cela dit, comment on fait ?

Nous sommes 2 parents et 2 grands enfants (18 et 15 ans). Nous allons probablement louer un 4x4 à partir de Tanà.

Il paraît que la Route est impeccable entre Antsirabe et Morondava. Où faut-il bifurquer pour le parc des Tsingy ? Conseillerez-vous la descente de la Tsiribihina ? est-ce obligatoire ? quid du 4x4 ? Quel hébergement ?

Nous aimerions faire 1 jour à Morondava au moins avec un coucher de soleil sur l'allée des baobabs.

Merci de m'aider pour concevoir mon circuit.

Bonjour,

Je cherche a savoir quelles activités sont disponibles à Morondava et alentours et que faut-il voir absolument. Nous ne restons a Mada que 11j.

Vaut-il mieux nous diriger vers les Tsingys quitte a perdre pas mal de jours sur la route ou bien est-il préférable de visiter la reserve de Kirindy, la presqu'ile de Betania avec une descente vers Belo-sur-Mer et retour sur Morondava??

Nous partons avec mon mari mi-septembre pour la 1ère fois au Madagascar. Nous avons l'habitude de voyager en sac à dos tous les ans sans trop réserver mais en regardant à l'avance l'itinéraire. Les transports m'ont l'air plus compliqué que d'habitude à Mada! On prendra le taxi brousse la plupart du temps sauf pour les trecks et la descente de la côte ouest. J'ai l'impression qu'il est assez facile d'organiser tout sur place quitte à s'associer avec d'autres touristes et les prix seront plus faciles à discuter.

Que pensez-vous de ce périple? Le but était de faire une boucle en évitant de prendre l'avion. J1 Arrivée Tana 7H40 le jeudi 19 septembre, direction vers Antsirabe en utilisant la navette de l'aéroport pour s'approcher de la station de bus. Nuit Antsirabe J2 Antsirabe : ballade en VTT vers les Lacs J3 Antsirabé --> Mihandrivano (6H) , départ le matin pour organiser sur place la descente de la Tsiribihina J4 Descente de la Tsiribihina J5 Descente de la Tsiribihina J6 Retour sur Belo sur Tsiribihina Nuit sur place. J7 Départ pour Bekopaka J8 Tsingy (petit) (à organiser sur place ou qq jours avant en couplant avec la rivière) J9 Tsingy (grand) J10 Bekopaka --> Morondava avec coucher soleil allée des Baobabs J11 Morondava --> Belo sur Mer (5H) avec location de 4x4 sur place avec guide J12 Belo --> Manja ou Morombe J13 Direction Andavadoaka J14 Andavadoaka J15 Andavadoaka J16 Andavadoaka -->(4H) Salary J17 Salary -->(6-7) Isalo avec organisation sur place d'un mini treck dans le parc J18 Parc Isalo J19 Parc Isalo J20 Isalo --> Fianarantsoa (6-7H) J21 Direction Ambositra (3,30H) J22 Ambositra +villages J23 Ambositra --> TANA (5-6H) J24 Tana, départ 23H50

Si vous avez des suggestions?

Merci d'avance.

Bonjour!

HELP!!!!S.V.P!

Nous , ( des seniors...très séniors! ) allons encore une fois à Madagascar en Novembre et cette fois nous voulons voir les fameux baobabs!

MAIS, notre santé nous oblige à prendre quelques précautions et qui pourrait me dire:

- si la route est bonne, asphaltée tout du long, sans trop de nids d'autruche...? (Laquelle prendre RN 34 ou 35?) - si la température en Novembre sera supportable (jusqu'à 33° çà va encore) - si on peut faire des haltes dans des hôtels corrects (avec électricité toute la nuit, c'est impératif) sur le trajet, et lesquels?

et, éventuellement, nous donner, les coordonnées:

- d'un chauffeur guide VRAIMENT FIABLE /( dires vérifiables S.V.P, veuillez m'excuser mais je ne peux vraiment pas me fier à des infos fantaisistes) - d' un bon hôtel confortable à Morondava

si le trajet s'avère vraiment trop aléatoire pour des vieux...nous prendrions l'avion...mais on aimerait mieux éviter !

UN grand MERCI à tous ceux qui prendront le temps de m'informer,

vu que ce sera sûrement notre dernier voyage sur l'île et peut-être même... notre dernier grand voyage avant le définitif!!!

Je désire descendre la Tsiribinna Sur le forum, les posts datent un peu Je ne désire pas traiter avec une agence je veux prendre un piroguier à Miandrivazzo avez vous une idée des prix 2013 avez vous un piroguier à recommander Je vous remercie

Bonjour à tous,

Je pars seule le 30 septembrependant 1 mois sur Madagascar version sac à dos, sans hôtels réservés... à la routarde!

J'ai parcouru beaucoup de discussions très intéressantes sur ce forum (qui m'a d'ailleurs déjà bien aidé), mais je ne suis jamais en manque d'avis, de critiques ou de conseils.

Sans trop entrer dans les détails (je ne voudrai vous apeurer avec un roman de 10 pages!), voici en gros comment s'organise mon voyage:

- j'ai environ un budget de 700E sur place: je ne suis pas du tout difficile niveau logement et nourriture. Je préfère garder mon argent pour le transport (afin de prévoir un peu plus de confort s'il m'arrive d'avoir un gros ras le bol des taxi brousses), trecks, petits imprévus...

- niveau timming j'essaye de restreindre mon itinéraire au max pour en profiter sur place et prendre mon temps. Objectif: cibler une région (choix très, très difficile quand on ne connaît pas le pays!), ne pas être tout le temps sur la route, rencontrer les gens... bref prendre le temps de "me sentir ici"! Arrivée et départ prévu de Tana.

- voici un premier jet de mon itinéraire qui est totalement malléable (mes seules références du moment étant: routard, lonely, forum et blogs de voyage): Tana - Antsirabe - train de Fianaransoa jusqu'a Manakara (il paraît que ce trajet en train est canon) - Manjary (possibilité d'y faire de la pirogue sur le Canal des Pangalanes) - Mondorava (allée des baobabs) - Belo sur Mer - Parc national des Tsingy de Bemaraha - retour Tana J'aurais voulu faire l'île aux nattes mais je risque de manquer de temps (et l'avion coûte une fortune jusque sainte marie).

- je pense voyager essentiellement en taxi brousse. Pour le moment je n'ai pas encore conscience de ce que peut être la "galère" de ce type de voyage (avec taxi brousse): je sais juste que c'est inconfortable et qu'il faut prévoir beaucoup (voir beaucoup, beaucoup) de temps de trajet. Il est donc possible que mon itinéraire me semble réalisable sur 1 mois, et qu'il le soit en fait sur 3!

- je préfère éviter d'aller trop au sud (notamment du côté de Tuléar) ou apparemment c'est assez tendu, et le climat me fait un peu peur sur la côte est (même si j'avoue que c'est la première destination qui me titillait au départ).

Voilà en quelques mots mon petit voyage!

Si vous êtes arrivé au bout de ma tirade déjà merci!

Si jamais vous avez des remarques par rapport à l'itinéraire choisi n'hésitez surtout pas (intérêt des lieux, accessibilité, ptits coins ou trucs sympas à faire en plus aux alentours, voir adresses d'hôtel). Et si selon vous d'autres régions de Madagascar valent plus le coup, je suis open aussi ;)

Un grand merci d'avance pour votre écoute et votre générosité.

Belle fin de journée,

Valentine

À votre avis...quels sont les parcs nationals a ne pas manquer? On doit choisir 3-4

Merci beaucoup

Francesc

Bonjour,

Partons à Mada en septembre prochain. Au cours du voyage avons prévu (sommes 4) de descendre la Tsiribihina en pirogue, façon routard. Donc recherche d'un guide local à Miandrizavo ou Antsirabe. C'est ma 1ere question : je ne sais pas où cela vaut plus le coût ?

Ensuite, je ne sais pas s'il faut que je prenne une tente ou bien si l'on peut en louer une à notre guide ? HELP svp. 😐

Enfin, on aimerait bien descendre la rivière pdt 4 jours puis partir à destination des Tsingys.

Et là, je ne sais pas si l'on peut trouver un 4*4 facilement ou bien s'il faut réserver auprès du guide la descente + le 4*4 pour se rendre au parc. Avez-vous un plan pour la loc du 4*4 ?😉 Il faut compter combien svp ?

J'ai pu lire également qu'il fallait garder le 4*4 durant le séjour aux tsingys : ça a l'air d'être gigantesque !!! Peut-être est-ce pour aller des petits tsingys aux grands ??

Enfin, ensuite on se rend à Morondava pour l'allée des baobabs. Fin du voyage. Ce n'est pas la première fois que je visite mada en sac à dos mais cette fois je rame un peu pour recueillir les infos de voyage !

Merci de votre aide ! 🙂

salut tout le monde.

Je m'y prend un peu tard mais je prépare mon voyage pour Mada du 28 juillet au 18 aout soit 20 jours pleins sur place. Même en parcourant le forum des nombreux messages je n'arrive pas à me decider sur le circuit pour une première decouverte du pays.

J'aimerai en effet voir les baobab, les baleines, les lémuriens, et profiter des belles plages/Lagon pour me reposer. Je fais aussi de la plongée donc pouvoir profiter de bon spots.

J'ai lu que le circuit en train était un must mais je ne pense pas avoir le temps de le faire. Que me conseillez vous? Le nord, le sud l'est ? L'ouest? Un combiné?

Merci pour votre aide.

BJR

On vient de me diriger sur cet organisme qui organise des séjours sur cette ILE.Quelqu'un connait il TAMADI ou a t il peut être un retour d'expérience avec eux à partager ? Je souhaite me rendre a Mada en 2013 et je suis à la recherche d' un circuit. A+ JL

Bonjour,

Nous partons au mois de mai, nous allons voyager en aventure et sur place pour les transports (taxi-brosse, car, ...) nous ne voulons pas louer une voiture!

j'aimerai savoir si c'est bien comme programme:

Lundi 30 Avril Arrivé à Tana le matin De Tana à Antsirabe 3h30 de route Arrivé en fin d’après midi Balade Antsirabe

Mardi 1er Mai De Antsirabe à Miandrivazo 6h00 de route Pause à Miandrivazo

Mercredi 2 Mai De Miandrivazo à belo sur tsiribihina en rivière environ 2 jours

Jeudi 3 Mai 2ème jour de rivière arrivé à Belo sur Tsiribihina

Vendredi 4 Mai De Belo sur Tsiribihina à Morondava Allée des baobabs Visite Morondava

Samedi 5 Mai De Morondava à Tuléar par la côte environ 3-4 jours de route !!! Pause à Belo sur mer Dimanche 6 Mai De Belo sur mer à Morombe

Lundi 7 Mai De Morombe à Salary, Tuléar.

Mardi 8 Mai Directement en bateau à Anako

Mercredi 9 Mai Anako

Jeudi 10 Mai De Anako à Ranohira (tuléar-ranohira 5h00 de route)

Vendredi 11 Mai Ranohira (Parc national de l'isalo)

Samedi 12 Mai De Ranohira à Ambalavao5h00 de route

Dimanche 13 Mai Ambalavao (parc d'anja)

Lundi 14 Mai Ambalavao à Fianar 1h30 de route

Mardi 15 Mai

De Fianar à Manakara en train (attention départ de fianar seulement mardi, jeudi et samedi à 7h00)

Mercredi 16 Mai Manakara Jeudi 17 Mai De Manakara à Fianar 7h00 de route

Vendredi 18 Mai De Fianar à Ambositra 3h30 de route

Samedi 19 Mai De Abositra à Tana (aéroport environ 1h30 de route, on prendra l'avion sur place pour aller à diégo suarez

Dimanche 20 Mai

De diégo suarez au parc de l'ankarana

Lundi 21 Mai Parc de l'Ankarana

Mardi 22 Ankarana à Nosy be

Mercredi 23 Nosy Be

Jeudi 24 Nosy Be

Vendredi 25 De Nosy Be à Tana en avion

Samedi 26 de Tana à Paris

Merci pour votre conseil de modifier du programme si ce n'est pas possible comme programme

Cordialement

Alexis