Private overland expedition
Journey from Toliara to Fort-Dauphin through remote coastal tracks, traditional villages and the spectacular landscapes of Madagascar’s far south.
The route
Early transfer to Anakao and the start of the journey along Madagascar’s spectacular southwest coast. Discover beautiful beaches, a turquoise lagoon and traditional Vezo fishing villages.
Hotel or lodge: Lalandaka Lodge or Anakao Ocean Lodge
Enjoy swimming, snorkeling, a visit to Nosy Ve, the Vezo fishing village or simply relax on the beach. The day remains flexible according to your interests.
Hotel or lodge in Anakao
Travel south through Tsimanampetsotsa National Park, known for its salt lake, limestone landscapes, baobabs, caves and unique wildlife, before continuing towards the coast.
Camping or simple local accommodation
Continue south through sand tracks, cactus forests and isolated villages. Itampolo welcomes you with its long beach and turquoise water.
Maidrano LodgeSwim, snorkel, explore the beach and fishing villages, or simply relax. You may also continue earlier to spend more time further south.
Maidrano Lodge
Cross remote sandy and rocky tracks through the Mahafaly region. This demanding and scenic route passes isolated villages before reaching Lavanono’s wild beaches.
Lavanono LodgeA flexible day for surfing, swimming, exploring the coastline and relaxing on the beach.
Lavanono Lodge
Continue towards some of the island’s most remote scenery and, depending on conditions, explore the Cap Sainte-Marie Special Reserve.
Remote rooftop-tent camping
Travel east through isolated landscapes and traditional villages, visiting the Berenty region or continuing towards the southeast according to timing.
Lodge or camping depending on location
The scenery gradually changes as the route leaves the arid far south and approaches the greener landscapes around Fort-Dauphin.
Hotel or lodgeArrive in Fort-Dauphin. This final day also provides useful flexibility if road or weather conditions change, or allows an extra night at a special location.
End of the expeditionPlan this expedition
Share your dates and group size. Our local team will prepare a personalised proposal for this 11-day private expedition.
☏ Your request will be emailed securely to our local team.
Remote south. Real adventure.
Contact our local team to confirm your dates and customise this private expedition.