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A BIG LOOP TO DISCOVER MADAGASCAR IN XXL VERSION

Île Sainte-Marie, Madagascar 20 4.1 (20 reviews)
Duration20
LanguageAsk at booking
Group sizeVaries
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Overview

About this experience

A BIG LOOP TO DISCOVER MADAGASCAR IN XXL VERSION

Antananarivo, the capital, which is the beating heart of Madagascar. Indeed, the &quot;City of Thousands&quot; is at the same time the largest economic, political, historical and cultural pole. Antananarivo is a step not to be missed because it has an undeniable tourist attraction, which is not always discovered at first sight. The palaces, streets, squares and houses of the upper town tell a fascinating story, Antsirabe the &quot;city of water&quot;, city of &quot;pousse pousse&quot;. Free lunch on the way, continuation through the Bongolava plain to Miandrivazo, embarkation point for the descent of the Tsiribihina river,transfer to Masiakampy for the dhow trip down the River Tsiribihina through tobacco plantations landscape, bird spotting, waterfalls and natural pool, crocodiles, a variety of birds, small villages. Lemurs, malachite kingfishers, bats and crocodiles descent passing by a very beautiful waterfall. For the &quot;courageous&quot;, possibility to walk to the natural swimming pool (1h round trip). Back to the boat and continuation of the descent at the foot of big cliffs: the gorges of Bemaraha<br /><br />
The best bits

Experience highlights

<ul style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; padding-inline-start: 48px;"><li dir="ltr" style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-weight: 400; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.295; text-align: justify; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Car with English speaking driver guide from Antananarivo to Antananarivo.</span></p></li><li dir="ltr" style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-weight: 400; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.295; text-align: justify; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Accommodation in double or twin or single at the hotels listed in the program with breakfast except for dinners in Andavadaoka, Salary, Ranohira&nbsp;</span></p></li><li dir="ltr" style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-weight: 400; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.295; text-align: justify; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Fuel throughout the trip.</span></p></li><li dir="ltr" style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-weight: 400; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" style="font-size: 10pt; line-height: 1.295; text-align: justify; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Entrance fees in the National Parks and the sites indicated </span><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Bekopaka, Isalo,&nbsp;</span></p></li><li dir="ltr" style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-weight: 400; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.295; text-align: justify; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Ranomafana, Anja,</span></p></li><li dir="ltr" style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-weight: 400; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.295; text-align: justify; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Local guides in the parks,</span></p></li><li dir="ltr" style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-weight: 400; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.295; text-align: justify; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Stroll in pangalanes and picnic included&nbsp;</span></p></li><li dir="ltr" style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-weight: 400; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.295; text-align: justify; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Train ticket from Fianarantsoa to Manakara in 1st class</span></p></li><li dir="ltr" style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-weight: 400; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.295; text-align: justify; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Barge, fuel, crew: skipper, cook, and assistant assembly bivouac</span></p></li><li dir="ltr" style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-weight: 400; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.295; text-align: justify; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">A guide, bivouac equipment (Tents, Mattresses, Sleeping), Full board from&nbsp;</span></p></li></ul><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.295; margin-left: 36pt; text-align: justify; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-weight: 400; white-space: pre-wrap;">D3 noon to D5 noon included, 1 Bottle of water per day per person</span></p><ul style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; padding-inline-start: 48px;"><li dir="ltr" style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-weight: 400; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.295; text-align: justify; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Taxes : Communal, Embarkation and Waterfall</span></p></li><li dir="ltr" style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-weight: 400; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.295; text-align: justify; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">All payment along the way&nbsp;</span></p></li></ul><p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-weight: 400; white-space: pre-wrap;">All transfers</span><br /></p>

Included

What’s part of your booking

  • <ul style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; padding-inline-start: 48px;"><li dir="ltr" style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-weight: 400; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.295; text-align: justify; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">International flights&nbsp;</span></p></li><li dir="ltr" style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-weight: 400; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.295; text-align: justify; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Extras and drinks&nbsp;</span></p></li><li dir="ltr" style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-weight: 400; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.295; text-align: justify; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Meals not mentioned in the program&nbsp;</span></p></li><li dir="ltr" style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-weight: 400; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.295; text-align: justify; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Tips and personal expenses&nbsp;</span></p></li><li dir="ltr" style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-weight: 400; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.295; text-align: justify; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Repatriation, luggage loss and cancellation insurance&nbsp;</span></p></li><li dir="ltr" style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-weight: 400; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.295; text-align: justify; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 8pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Free activities</span></p></li></ul>
Traveller reviews

4.1 out of 5

Based on 20 reviews
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Sofia AnderssonToronto, Canada · Jun 2026

Great value for money

I can't say enough good things about the A BIG LOOP TO DISCOVER MADAGASCAR IN XXL VERSION in Île Sainte-Marie. Every aspect was handled professionally and the tour itself was fascinating. Highly, highly recommended!

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Alexander WrightNew York, USA · May 2026

Absolutely loved it

This A BIG LOOP TO DISCOVER MADAGASCAR IN XXL VERSION was the highlight of our trip! Our guide was passionate and knowledgeable. The itinerary in Île Sainte-Marie was perfect and we got to see everything we wanted. Excellent!

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Sofia AnderssonBarcelona, Spain · May 2026

A must-do activity

This was an incredible experience from start to finish. Our guide for the A BIG LOOP TO DISCOVER MADAGASCAR IN XXL VERSION was knowledgeable and friendly. The sights in Île Sainte-Marie were breathtaking and the entire tour was well-organized. I would definitely do this again!

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David KimLos Angeles, USA · Mar 2026

A must-do activity

This was an incredible experience from start to finish. Our guide for the A BIG LOOP TO DISCOVER MADAGASCAR IN XXL VERSION was knowledgeable and friendly. The sights in Île Sainte-Marie were breathtaking and the entire tour was well-organized. I would definitely do this again!

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Priya PatelNew York, USA · Feb 2026

Outstanding service

Outstanding experience! The organization of the A BIG LOOP TO DISCOVER MADAGASCAR IN XXL VERSION was seamless. We saw the best parts of Île Sainte-Marie and learned so much. The guide was exceptionally friendly and caring.

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Alexander WrightBarcelona, Spain · Feb 2026

Highly recommended

Really enjoyed the A BIG LOOP TO DISCOVER MADAGASCAR IN XXL VERSION. It was well organized, informative and the guide in Île Sainte-Marie was excellent. We learned so much and had a great time. Would recommend to friends and family.

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