3-Day Andasibe National Park Tour from Antananarivo

Lemurs, rainforest walks and highland history across three days

A 3-day guided tour from Antananarivo to Andasibe-Mantadia National Park in eastern Madagascar, with private transportation, overnight accommodation and a live guide in English, Spanish, Italian or French. Day one includes Madagascar Exotic reserve and a night walk in VOIMMA rainforest; day two centers on Vakona Island's lemur encounter and the national park; day three returns to Antananarivo with stops at the Queen's Palace and Analakely market. Children from age 6 are welcome.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1: Antananarivo to Andasibe visit

• Visit Madagascar Exotic reserve
• Night walk in VOIMMA rainforest

Day 2: Explore Andasibe National Park

• Visit Andasibe-Mantadia National Park
• Visit Lemurs Island at Vakona hotel

Day 3: Andasibe to Antananarivo tour

• Visit Manjakamiadana Rova (Queen's Palace)
• Explore Analakely market and train station

The experience

The tour departs Antananarivo heading east on National Road N2 toward Andasibe, 140 kilometers away. On the first afternoon, you stop at Madagascar Exotic, a privately run reserve 75 kilometers from the capital where a guide walks you through large caged buildings and greenhouses to watch daily feedings of Coquerel's sifaka and photograph them close up. After dark, your guide collects you from your lodge and takes you to VOIMMA, a small protected rainforest parcel managed by a local guides association, for a night walk where you search for nocturnal wildlife.

Day two is built around Andasibe-Mantadia National Park, a 155-square-kilometer protected area in the tropical rainforest zone about 87 miles east of the capital. The park is known for its lemur species and rich biodiversity. Your guide takes you to Vakona Island, a private sanctuary a short walk from Vakona restaurant, where lemurs approach freely and you can observe their behavior and interact with them. The park's humid rainforest climate supports the wildlife you came to see, and the guide interprets what you encounter.

On day three, you return to Antananarivo with stops at two landmarks. The Manjakamiadana Rova, also called the Queen's Palace, sits at the highest point in the city and was the royal residence before French colonization. From here you get one of the best panoramic views of Antananarivo and its surroundings. Your second stop is Analakely, the bustling center of the capital, where the main train station and vibrant markets let you experience everyday life and sample local goods. The tour ends in the city.

What’s included

• Private transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle.
• pickup from your accommodation.
• WiFi on board.
• three nights of accommodation at Feon'ny Ala Hotel, Sifaka Lodge, Grace Lodge or Sahatandra River Hotel depending on availability.
• a live guide throughout the tour.
• one bottle of water per day.
• all fees and taxes.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 06:00

Book up to2d before

AgesAdult (18 to 70 years) · Youth (13 to 17 years) · Infant (6 to 12 years) · Under 6: can't be booked

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish, Spanish, French, German and Italian

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.You can choose from 8 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsNo refund if you cancel.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 8 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortPublic transport nearbyNot recommended with heart problems

Operated by Agence de voyage

Is this one for you?Three days is the right length to reach Andasibe-Mantadia National Park, spend a full day there with the lemur island visit, and still return to Antananarivo for the city's historical sites on the final afternoon: a pace that avoids rushing either end.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish, French, German and Italian.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (13 to 17 years); Infant (6 to 12 years). Children under 6 can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. No refund if you cancel.

What wildlife will I see on the lemur island at Vakona?

Vakona Island is a private sanctuary where lemurs live freely and approach visitors. You observe their behavior up close and interact with these endemic species as you explore the lush surroundings of the island.

Is there a night walk included in this tour?

Yes. On the first evening, your guide collects you from your lodge and takes you to VOIMMA, a small protected rainforest parcel, for a night walk where you search for nocturnal wildlife.

What is the Queen's Palace and why is it on the itinerary?

The Manjakamiadana Rova, also known as the Queen's Palace, was the royal residence before French colonization and sits at the highest point in Antananarivo. It is significant for its architecture and cultural importance to the Merina Kingdom, and offers one of the best panoramic views of the city.

How far is Andasibe-Mantadia National Park from Antananarivo?

Andasibe-Mantadia National Park is located about 140 kilometers (87 miles) east of Antananarivo. The park spans roughly 155 square kilometers and lies within the tropical rainforest zone.