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We invite you to take the opportunity and explore the remote South-West of the island and home to the world’s most southern all-year breeding colony of red-tailed tropic-birds, which attracts bird lovers and holidaymakers from all around the world.
Country(s): Madagascar
Duration: Less than 1 week
Type: Safari Lodge Packages
Once in Madagascar, take the opportunity and explore the remote southwest of the island on our Southern Flamingo Package. Lake Tsimanampetsostsa National Park and the Sacred Island of Nosy Be are just two highlights during your journey. The package is a perfect add-on tour to our 1000 Views of Madagascar.
The Highlights of the Tours
Tsimanampetsotsa National Park – First protected in 1927 for its endemic flora and fauna, it was officially recognised as a national park in 1966. The park offers several walks of different durations. There are an estimated 88 species of birds of which 35 are endemic to Madagascar, as well as the 4 species of lemurs.
Anakao – A picturesque coastal fishing town on the southwest coast of Madagascar.
Nosy Be – A flat uninhabited island located off the southwest coast of Madagascar. Several ancient tombs from French settlers can still be found here. It has also served as a hideout for pirates as well as a slave departure port.
Tulear – Apart from several interesting churches, most of Tulear’s remaining buildings are fairly nondescript, as is its setting against a backdrop of mangroves and mudflats. The surrounding Madagascar area, however, offers numerous attractions and Madagascar highlights including good beaches, diving and snorkeling, surfing, kite surfing and windsurfing at Ifaty to the north and Anakao to the south; intriguing topography; interesting flora and fauna; and remote villages.
Please note that Madagascar is a country that is in its infancy when it comes to tourism. Accommodation is limited and therefore subject to availability. We reserve the right to change these using similar accommodation of the same standards. The hotels used are simple & clean and of a basic standard, with en-suite bathrooms. Please note that there is an option for an upgrade to a higher standard of accommodation.
Classic Package
Day 1 – 3: Longo Vezo, Lalandaka Hotel or similar
Day 1 – 3: Anakao Ocean Lodge or similar
√Accommodation
√Breakfast and dinner daily
√All transport and airport transfers
√Boat transfer to Anakao
√Activities and excursions as mentioned
√English-speaking guide for 6+ clients
√French-speaking staff and drivers for transfers
√Specialist local guides in national parks as per programme
√Park entrance fees
√Meals not included above
√Supplementary English-speaking guide for groups of 1-5 clients
√Flights: International & domestic
√Pre and post-tour accommodation
√Optional activities
√All drinks
Personal expenses such as gratuities, travel insurance, visas, curios, laundry etc.
Minimum 1, Maximum 10
Your tour starts in Tulear on day 1, where you will board a boat for your transfer to Anakao. When arriving in Nosy Be on the morning of day 1 of the tour, you will be picked up from the airport and embark on your tour. Should you arrive prior to day 1, pre-tour accommodation can be arranged and you will be picked up from your hotel on the morning of day 1 (Pick up time will be confirmed on arrival).
A 4WD vehicle is used during this tour
A visa is required to enter the territory of Madagascar and can easily be obtained upon arrival at the airport of Antananarivo with a validity of up to 60 days. Tourists staying for less than one month can purchase a visa for 115’000 Ariary (around 35 €). Paying with the exact amounts or small currency is advised. No photographs are required, however, please ensure that passports are valid for at least 6 months after the return date.
Please note that travel and cancellation insurance is mandatory for every guest travelling with Jenman Madagascar Safaris. All insurance is solely the responsibility of our guests. Please ensure you arrange your own insurance with protection for the full duration of your journey to cover personal injury, damage and loss of personal items including but not limited to camera equipment and other electronic items, medical expenses, repatriation expenses and loss of luggage, etc. Please speak to your travel agent if you require assistance
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On arrival to Tulear, you will board a boat, which transfers you to the pretty fishing village of Anakao. Enjoy the afternoon at leisure with white sandy beaches and clear water. You may be fortunate to witness the spectacular Humpback whales during their migration (July – September). *At additional cost and pre-arranged, you can depart on a motorized pirogue trip to watch these creatures up close. Alternatively optional excursions such as game fishing, snorkeling can also be enjoyed (these must be booked in advance).
Tulear
Toliara(formerly known as Tulear) is a city in Madagascar. It is the capital of the Atsimo-Andrefana region, located 936 km southwest of national capital Antananarivo. The current spelling of the name was adopted in the 1970s, reflecting the orthography of the Malagasy language.
Fishing village of Anakao
Anakao or Anokao is a coastal fishing town, somewhere on the southwest coast of Madagascar, 35 kilometres south of Toliara. It belongs to the municipality of Ambolofoty. It is located southwest of Soalara.
Today we set out for a day excursion to the Tsimanampetsotsa National Park, where you will have the chance to see 2 of the 4 species of lemurs (2 being nocturnal), the very rare Grandidier’s mongoose (endemic to this area only), the Radiated Tortoise, the species of blind fish that lives in the underground caves but most famously, the colony of Greater Flamingoes.
Tsimanampetsotsa National Park
Simanampetsotsa National Park also spelt Tsimanampetsotse, and known as Tsimanampetsotsa Nature Reserve is a 432 km² national park on the south-west coast of Madagascar in the region Atsimo-Andrefana. The park is 90 kilometres south of Toliara and 950 kilometres south of the capital, Antananarivo
Today you will visit the tranquil island of Nosy Ve – a sacred location to the Vezo people, where each year locals sacrifice zebu according to traditional rituals. The island is home to the world’s most southern all-year breeding colony of red-tailed tropicbirds, which attracts ornithologists from all around the world. With excellent sightings of these birds, coupled with stunning white beaches and excellent snorkeling, this island visit will be a highlight of your tour.
After breakfast you will be transferred by boat to Tulear and then onto the airport for your flight back to Antananarivo, where your unforgettable tour ends.
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