3 weeks in Southern Madagascar

Explorer at soul ? You’ve always wanted to go on adventures like Indiana Jones ? You don’t like the usual type of vacations ? Then this itinerary is made for you …
Head to the South of Madagascar and let your explorer’s soul free ! Whether it is on the ground or on the water, you’ll be blown away by the beauty of the sceneries. But don’t forget to relax on the heaven-like white beaches.

Itinerary details

Toliara > Anakao > Ambola > Itampolo > Lavanono > Ambovombe > Tôlanaro

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The itinerary : step by step

What to do in Toliara ?

The city that never sleeps, Toliara, is one of the most popular places but also one of the most gorgeous places of the island.

• Go out in the city at night and enjoy the atmosphere.
• About 40km / 25 miles away, enjoy the smaller sea resorts like Ifaty and relax on the calm beaches, go snorkelling or get a massage.

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What to do in Anakao ?

So you were waiting for a Malagasy trip to go snorkeling ? Well it’s time to get your snorkel, mask and fins out, here we are in Anakao !

• Diving with incredibly nice professional divers and admire the beautiful colorful fish and the double coral reef in the blue lagoon. End your day by relaxing on the warm sand.
• Surfers, you will also find what you are looking for along the coral reef.
• From June to September, observe the humpback whales that came for mating season.
• Go on a day-trip on Nosy Satrana island enjoy the white-sand beaches and translucent water.

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What to do in Ambola ?

Need to experience the unknown to relax ? You won’t realize how lucky you are when stopping by Ambola !

• Explore Tsimanampetsotsa National Park (try pronouncing it …). Besides it’s unpronounceable name, you will live an unique experience. Go meet blind fish, take pictures of thousands of years old Baobabs or giantpachypodiums and admire the 20km / 12.4 mile long salty lake.
• For the bravest, go cave diving in the underground caves ! Thrills guaranteed !
• If you are more of an ocean person, don’t worry Ambola snorkeling, canoeing, under-water fishing or even -if oyu are there during the right time, observing whale during mating season.

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What to do in Itampolo ?

You’ve always felt like Indiana Jones ? You are waiting for THE adventure of your life ? Itampolo is the right place for you !

• Go camping on the beach with friends or family.
• Roam around the unique and colorful market of the city.
• Get splashed by the waves when cruising on a canoe.
• Live a simple and calm life hanging out with the welcoming locals.

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What to do in Lavanono ?

A village famous for being a surf spot, Lavanono is also a fishermen’s village. 

• Get to know the traditional Malagasy way of life.
• Stroll along the beaches and relax.

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What to do in Ambovombe ?

Ok, don’t be scared by this city’s description ! Ambovombe is famous for the « havoria » which is a tradition where, after someone dies, the body is kept as long as possible … not buried.  But they have a good reason behind this tradition … death is celebrated which means they get to celebrate longer. Are you ready ?

• Less than an hour aah, go explore the Berenty reserve, lemurs’ heaven. But not only ! You fill also find reptiles, turtles, bats and hundreds of birds. If animals are not your thing, go away !
• A few km/miles away, join the Unicef team in Ambanisarika and help the poor and disadvantaged families, mainly the children.

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What to do in Tôlanaro ?

Nature lovers, head to Tôlanaro, this place will be paradise to you.

• Go hiking up Saint-Louis peak where the landscapes will take your breath away … and the panorama !!
• Go tan up a little on Libanona beach.
• No time to go to Latin America ? Don’t worry ! You will find Iguanidads in Tôlanaro too. What are they ? Iguanas’ close cousins.
• Explore the colonial city of Tôlanaro.
• Tired of snorkeling ? Try surfing or wind surfing !

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