OVERVIEW

Where is Madagascar? The island state lies only 400 kilometres off the East African coast, but yet seems like another planet. The diverse landscape is not comparable to any other place in the world. The busy and fascinating capital Antananarivo (yes, we also struggle to pronounce the name) is the epitome of a cultural melting pot, blending European architecture with a laidback island lifestyle, the Malagasy language with French cuisine.

Madagascar island might not be the first choice for an Indian Ocean island holiday, but think again: some of the white sandy beaches are said to be the most beautiful in the world and can easily keep up with the Seychelles or Mauritius. There is another plus, since you are here already, you might as well check out the natural treasures in the hinterland.

Explore Andasibe and Mantadia National Park just east of Antananarivo with the largest population and variety of the unique lemurs, but also a plethora of birds, insects, reptiles and plants. The landscape is characterized by impenetrable rainforest, lakes, rivers and mountains. You will experience a complete contrast in Bemaraha Tsingy National Park: limestone “tsingys” create a surreal and prehistoric landscape. We at AMADI will make sure that  you make the best of your time in Madagascar!

Isalo National Park is Madagascar’s very own interpretation of the Wild West with open plains and towering rock formations, while the Baobad avenue in Morondava is probably the most picturesque conglomeration of these majestic trees in the whole of Africa.