• Madagascar Northern Highlights

    7 Nights with Jenman African Safaris

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  • Antananarivo - The picturesque capital of Madagascar.
  • Montagne d'Ambre National Park - Becaus of its striking scenery, rainforest and waterfalls, it is one of Madagascar's most visited natural attractions. 
  • Ankarana - A nature reserve with karst pinnacles, sacred caves, underground rivers and beautiful scenery. 
  • Ankify - Small village situated along a white sand beach. 
  • Nosy Be - Commonly known as "the island of perfumes" and the largest of Madagascar's offshore islands. 
  • Lokobe Reserve - Here you might see lemurs, birds and chameleons. 
  • Nosy Komba - Known as the island of Lemurs
  • Nosy Tanikely - An underwater reserve offering a rich diversit of marine life. 

FLIGHTS:


As well as commerical flights we are able to offer VIP Airliners and Private Jet Charters.  We have a number of options for any request so  please ask us for details. 

Included

  • Accommodation
  • Breakfast daily
  • Lunches or picnic lunches on days 2 & 3
  • Dinner on day 4 & 5
  • All transport and transfers
  • Motorboat transfer from Ankify to Nosy Be
  • English-speaking guide from Diego Suarez airport to Ankify (Day 2-6)
  • Specialist local guides in national parks as per
  • Activities and excursions as mentioned
  • Park and reserve entrance fees

Excluded

  • Flights: International & domestic
  • Pre and post-tour accommodation
  • Optional activities
  • All drinks & meals not mentioned in the itinerary
  • Personal expenses such as visas, travel insurance, curios, laundry etc.
  • Gratuities

LENGTH: 7 Nights / 8 Days


DATES:

Every day of the week – subject to availability & flights. 


INTERNATIONAL GATEWAY:  

Antananarivo, Madagascar


GROUP SIZE: Minimum 2 / Maximum 10


TRANSPORTATION: Transport will be in either a car, minivan or bus depending on passenger  numbers. 

Overview


Explore the wonders of northern Madagascar on a tour that takes you on a journey from the stunning waterfalls and lakes of Montagne d’Ambre National Park to the enchanting underground caves of Ankarana Reserve. Discover the captivating waterfalls and lakes of Montagne d’Ambre to the fascinating underground caves and limestone formations known as ‘tsingy’ in Ankarana. End your tour on the beautiful tropical beaches of Nosy Be. 


Along the way, you will stay in comfort in facilities like the luxurious Ankarana Lodge and Ravintsara Wellness Hotel. The tour starts and ends in Antananarivo. You also have the option to experience it on your own. 


Day by Day Itinerary


Day 1 | Arrival into Antananarivo, Madagascar

You will be met at the airport on the first day of your Madagascar safari and transferred to your hotel in Antananarivo, the picturesque capital of Madagascar. With its bustling markets, friendly people and ancient town on a hill with freestone churches and ancient royal places, it is unique among the world’s other capitals.


Overnight at Palissandre Hotel & Spa or similar


Day 2-3 | Antananarivo - Diego Suarez - Montagne d'Ambre

You will be transferred to the airport for your flight to Diego Suarez, where you will be collected at the airport. We then drive directly to Montagne d’Ambre National Park, which covers 18,200 ha of a prominent volcanic massif and offers striking scenery, rainforest and waterfalls. It is one of Madagascar’s most visited natural attractions. We arrive in the late afternoon. The next day is spent exploring the park on foot. In the park, you will have the chance to see seven species of lemurs, the ring-tailed mongoose and a variety of reptiles including frogs, geckos and chameleons, as well as more than 70 species of birds.


Overnight at Le Domaine De Fontenay or Similar.


Meals included: Breakfast & Lunch


Day 4 | Montagne d'Ambre - Ankarana 

Today we head to Ankarana – a nature reserve with karst pinnacles, sacred caves, underground rivers and beautiful scenery. The rich and diverse flora and fauna includes many lemurs and interesting bird species. Running through and under the limestone pinnacles are hidden forest-filled canyons and numerous subterranean rivers. We will explore the extensive cave system, which includes several fascinating bat-filled grottoes.


Overnight at Ankarana Lodge or similar.


Meals included: Breakfast & Dinner


Day 5 | Ankarana

Today we will have a full day to visit the Ankarana nature reserve, where once again you will have the chance to admire the remarkably rich and varied vegetation and the abundant wildlife of the reserve.


Overnight at Ankarana Lodge or similar.


Meals included: Breakfast & Dinner


Day 6 | Ankify - Nosy Be

Today we drive to Ankify – a small village situated along a white sand beach. From here we will go on a boat transfer to Nosy Be where you will be transferred by car to your hotel. Nosy Be, commonly known as “the island of perfumes” and the largest of Madagascar’s offshore islands, is a beautiful tropical island covered with palm trees and bougainvillea. Nosy Be is a beautiful place where you could easily spend the entire day simply watching the changing hues of blue in the sea and the sky. In addition to its attractive beaches, the island’s assets include luxuriant foliage, friendly people and a relaxed Indian Ocean ambience.


Overnight at Ravintsara Wellness Hotel or similar.


Meals Included: Breakfast


Day 7 | Nosy Be

This day in Nosy Be is at leisure. The following optional activities are available. Visit the Lokobe Reserve, a rainforest reserve that protects most of Nosy Be’s endemic vegetation. You might see lemurs, birds and chameleons. Or go on a day cruise to the islands “Nosy Komba”- the island of lemurs or “Nosy Tanikely”- an underwater reserve offering a rich diversity of marine life, such as beautiful corals and a large variety of fish, with excellent diving and snorkelling opportunities. Fish you might see include surgeonfish, clownfish, barracuda, manta rays, sea urchins, starfish, eels, anemones and many more. At the end of the afternoon, we will go back to the hotel where you will have the chance to enjoy the amenities on offer.


Overnight at Ravintsara Wellness Hotel or similar.


Meals Included: Breakfast


Day 8 | Nosy Be - Antananarivo - Depart

Today you will be transferred to the airport for your flight back to Antananarivo. We hope to welcome you to Madagascar again very soon!


Meals Included: Breakfast

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