Arrival in Antananarivo
Welcome to MadagascarArrival at Ivato International Airport, meet and greet, then transfer to your hotel. Rest and free time depending on arrival time.
The grand Madagascar loop
Loup Expedition
Overland
A 23-day journey connecting the Tsingy, the wild west coast, turquoise lagoons, Isalo’s canyons and Ranomafana rainforest.
23Days / 22 nights4×4Grand loop⛺Camping4National parks360°West & South
The route
Your detailed itinerary
Antananarivo → Antsirabe
Rice fields and traditional villagesDrive through the highlands to Antsirabe, a thermal town known for crafts and colonial architecture.
Antsirabe → Morondava
From highlands to savannahCross rural Madagascar and savannah landscapes to Morondava, gateway to the west coast and its baobabs.
Morondava → Bekopaka
Ferry and remote dirt tracksCross the Tsiribihina River by ferry and continue through remote tracks to the Tsingy region.
Overnight in Bekopaka
Tsingy de Bemaraha
UNESCO limestone forestExplore sharp limestone formations, suspension bridges and unique wildlife.
CampingTsingy de Bemaraha
Deeper explorationDiscover more trekking routes and viewpoints over the spectacular limestone forest.
Camping
Bekopaka → Kirindy Forest
Nocturnal wildlifeCross rivers and western tracks to Kirindy. Join an evening walk to look for fossa and lemurs.
Kirindy → Morondava
Baobabs at sunsetVisit Kirindy Reserve, return to Morondava and watch sunset at the Avenue of the Baobabs.
Morondava → Belo sur Mer
Remote coastal tracksReach a peaceful fishing village surrounded by mangroves and turquoise waters.
Belo sur Mer
Lagoon and Vezo cultureRelax or explore by pirogue, discovering mangroves, coral reefs and traditional Vezo fishing culture.
CampingBelo sur Mer → Manja
Across the isolated westPass salt flats, rivers and small villages before reaching Manja.
Manja → Andavadoaka
Coral coastDrive deeper into the southwest to Andavadoaka, renowned for its coral reef and marine biodiversity.
Andavadoaka
Marine discoveryFree day for snorkeling, diving or exploring the lagoon and surrounding coastal ecosystems.
Andavadoaka → Salary
White sand and crystal waterContinue along the coastal route to the pristine beaches of Salary.
Salary
Beach leisure dayRelax, swim, snorkel or join an optional boat excursion.
Salary → Tuléar
Spiny forest and Mahafaly cultureDrive to Tuléar through spiny forest landscapes and past traditional Mahafaly tombs.
Tuléar → Ranohira
Gateway to IsaloTravel inland through semi-arid landscapes to Ranohira.
Isalo National Park
Canyons and natural poolsHike among sandstone formations, canyons, natural pools and unique wildlife.
Camping
Ranohira → Ranomafana
From drylands to rainforestTravel through highland scenery and rural villages to the rainforest region.
Ranomafana National Park
Endemic rainforest wildlifeGuided trek to observe lemurs, birds, reptiles and rich endemic flora.
CampingRanomafana → Antsirabe
Return along the RN7Travel north through the central highlands, stopping in small towns along the RN7.
Antsirabe → Antananarivo
Return to the capitalDrive back to Antananarivo, transfer to your hotel and enjoy a free evening.
International flight
DepartureTransfer to Ivato International Airport for your return flight. End of services.
Plan this expedition
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The ultimate Madagascar loop.
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