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Lemurs of Madagascar
Barefoot Luxury in Madagascar
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5 DAYS from $2,249 9 DAYS from $4,099
As a result of the Madagascar’s long isolation from neighboring continents, this exotic island is home to an abundance of plants and animals found nowhere else on Earth. Approximately 90 percent of all species found in Madagascar are endemic. Most famous are the lemurs, followed by the carnivorous fossa, chameleons and many, many birds. This distinctive ecology has led some ecologists to refer to Madagascar as the “eighth continent”. This package is a comprehensive tour of Madagascar, showcasing its glorious array of amazing flora and fauna.
Package includes:
• Road transfers
• English speaking ranger/guide
• 1 night Le Pavillion de I’Emyrne, Antananarivo
• 3 nights Mandrare River Camp
• 3 nights Manafiafy Beach and Rainforest Resort
• 1 night Relais des Plateaux, Antananarivo Airport
• 8 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 6 dinners
MADAGASCAR
Lemurs Rich history Birders delight
Madagascar is world-famous for its lemurs, primates that look something like a cat crossed with a squirrel and a dog. Madagascar is home to nearly 60 types of lemurs, ranging in size from the one ounce Pygmy Mouse to the 15 pound Indri. These animals are unique to the island and display a range of interesting behaviors from singing like a whale to sashaying across the sand like a ballet dancer.
Package includes:
Day 1: Arrive Antananarivo, transfer to hotel Day 2: Fly to Fort Dauphin, visit Antandroy Spiny Forest enroute Mandrare Days 3 & 4: Explore the area and enjoy included camp facilities and activities
Day 5: Drive to the fishing village or Manafiafy Days 6 & 7: Explore the area and enjoy included resort facilities and activities Day 8: Fly back to Antananarivo Day 9: Depart
• Road transfers
• English speaking ranger/guide
• 1 night Le Pavillion de I’Emyrne, Antananarivo
• 2 nights Mantadia Lodge, Andasibe National Park
• 1 night Relais des Plateaux, Antananarivo Airport
• 4 breakfasts, 2 dinners
Day 1: Arrive Antananarivo, transfer to hotel Day 2: Walking tour of ‘Tana’, drive to Andasibe via Peyreras Exotic Park Day 3: Explore Andasibe to spot lemurs and chameleons, night walk
Day 4: Explore Vakona’s Lemur Island by canoe, return to Antananarivo Day 5: Depart
Accommodation in comfortable hotels and lodges with private bathrooms. Travel by road. See www.africaanswers.com/vacations for departure days, details and pricing.
Accommodation in comfortable hotels and lodges with private bathrooms. Travel by road. Required flights are not included. See www.africaanswers.com/vacations for departure days, details and pricing.
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