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The East: Andasibe, the Pangalanes and Sainte Marie, 11 days
Madagascar 11 days Nature on foot Private, with a shared boat crossing to Sainte Marie
from €4,400
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- Duration
- 11 days, 10 nights
- Departures
- On request, November 2026 – December 2027
- Best time
- August – November
- Flights and insurance
- Included in the price (flights from Italy)
- Guide
- Italian-speaking
- Format
- Private, with a shared boat crossing to Sainte Marie
The itinerary for those who come to Madagascar above all for the lemurs. Analamazaotra park and the call of the indri, the Vakona reserve, aye-ayes by night, a boat journey along the Pangalanes canal and finally the island of Sainte Marie.
Why it is unique
It is built around the lemurs. Analamazaotra is home to the indri, the largest living lemur, whose call carries for kilometres; at Vakona and in the Mitsinjo and Peyrieras community reserves you see other species up close, along with endemic chameleons and geckos, and at night you go out in search of the aye-aye. Then the Pangalanes canal by boat and three days on the island of Sainte Marie.
What the journey is like
The pace is relaxed: transfers by road and by boat with a private driver and an Italian-speaking guide, walks in the rainforest and one night outing. On Sainte Marie the days are free to enjoy beaches, bays and the pirate cemetery, with the option of visiting Ile aux Nattes. You return to the capital by air.
When to go
The best time is from August to November. From July to September humpback whales arrive off Sainte Marie.
Good to know
The entry visa, €30 per person, is not included, nor is the whale-watching excursion. In Andasibe it often rains even in the best months, and July is cool: bring a light waterproof and a fleece.
Day-by-day itinerary
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1Day 1Arrival in Antananarivo
Welcome at the airport and transfer to the hotel.
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2Day 2Towards Andasibe and the Peyrieras reserve
Transfer with a stop at the Marozevo reserve: endemic chameleons, geckos and insects.
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3Day 3Analamazaotra and the Mitsinjo reserve
The park of the indri, the largest living lemur, whose call carries for kilometres. In the afternoon, the Mitsinjo community reserve.
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4Day 4Vakona and the aye-ayes
The Vakona Forest Lodge reserve, then transfer towards Manambato and on to Ankanin'ny Nofy by boat. Night excursion to look for aye-ayes.
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5Day 5Palmarium reserve
Boat journey along the Pangalanes canal to Tamatave.
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6Day 6Towards Sainte Marie
Transfer to Mahambo and boat crossing to the island of Sainte Marie.
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7Day 7Sainte Marie
A free day among beaches, bays and the pirate cemetery.
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8Day 8Sainte Marie
A free day. From July to September a humpback whale-watching excursion is available.
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9Day 9Sainte Marie
A free day or an excursion to Ile aux Nattes.
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10Day 10Flight to Antananarivo
Domestic flight to the capital.
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11Day 11Return home
Tour of Antananarivo and transfer to the airport.
What you might see
- Indri Very likely
The largest living lemur, at Analamazaotra.
- Chameleons and endemic frogs Very likely
In the Andasibe reserves.
- Diademed sifaka Likely
In the forests of Andasibe.
- Aye-aye Likely
On the night outing.
- Humpback whales Very likely
Off Sainte Marie from July to September.
Indicative estimates. Nature can’t be booked: your guide knows where to look, but can’t guarantee a sighting.
When to go
Departures on request, November 2026 – December 2027
ideal good low season not recommended
Best time: August – November. Also good in June – July and December. Tap a month to use it in your quote request.
The climate, season by season
- Aug–Nov · The driest period
- Between 22 and 28 °C. Lemurs are very active in the Andasibe forests; at Sainte Marie the humpback whales stay until September.
- Jun–Jul · Cool
- At Andasibe 10–20 °C with frequent drizzle; the humpback whales arrive at Sainte Marie.
- Dec–May · Rains
- The wettest months on the east coast, with a risk of cyclones between January and March.
Indicative figures, averaged over recent years: with every quote we give you the latest picture.
What the price includes
Included
- Return international flight from Italy
- Domestic flight Sainte Marie – Antananarivo
- Medical, baggage and cancellation insurance
- Private transport with driver; shared boat crossing to Sainte Marie
- Italian-speaking guide from Antananarivo to Mahambo
- Half board: breakfast and dinner
- Entry fees to parks and reserves
Not included
- Entry visa (€30 per person) · how to get it
- Lunches
- Drinks and mineral water
- Whale-watching excursion on Sainte Marie
- Tips and personal expenses
- Anything not listed in the price
Before you go
Visas and documentsPassport, visas and eTA: what you need, where to apply and how far in advance.Health and safetyVaccinations, malaria, health insurance and practical advice.Your protectionWhat package travel law provides if something goes wrong.
The Weltweg app is with you before, during and after your trip: itinerary, contacts and maps, even without signal.
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