Expedition from West to East

Combine tropical forests, white beaches, and lush primary forest vegetation during your trip? This is possible with our “Expedition from West to East” tour. In one trip, discover everything that makes Madagascar famous, including coastal villages and highlands: Take away the memories of our Baobabs and Tsingy (which are part of the world heritage), discover our exclusive private site in the gorges of the Manambolo River, in partnership with Madagascar National Parks, relax on the paradisiacal beaches of Anakao and Salary, continue the adventure on the eastern coastal track up to Manakara… live the authentic experience on board the famous little train of Fianarantsoa,… and all this in cruising rhythm to give you time to imprint your memories in your memory!

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Day 1
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Day 2
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- 390 km about 7 h
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Day 3
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- 279 km about 5 h
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Day 4
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Day 5
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Day 6
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Day 8
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- 200 km about 8 h
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Day 9
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- 100 km about 4 h
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Day 10
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- 100 km about 4 h
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Day 11
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- 205 km about 8 h
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Day 12
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- 71 km about 3 h
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Day 13
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Day 14
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- 115 km about 6 h
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Day 15
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Day 16
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- 134 km about 4 h
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Day 17
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- 268 km about 7 h
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Day 18
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- 114 km about 4 h
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Day 19
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- 86 km about 2 h
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Day 20
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- 100 km about 8 h
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Day 21
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- 240 km about 12 h
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Day 22
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- 100 km about 2 h
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Day 23
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- 163 km about 0 h
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Day 24
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- 150 km about 4 h
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Day 25
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- 260 km about 6 h
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Best period: May to October off rainy season
Climate :
- December to March: rainy season
- February to April: rainy season and cyclonic period
- May: Neither too hot nor too cold, the vegetation radiates it is the most beautiful period.
- June to August: winter, dry and cool season.
- September to November: dry season, some rains, temperature rises.
Domestic flights: domestic flights to Madagascar are served by the only national airline: Air Madagascar.
Our advice: If you have chosen Air Madagascar for your international flight, we advise you to buy and issue your domestic flights jointly in order to benefit from a 50% discount in economy class and 30% in business class.
Caution: The weight of luggage for the domestic flight is 20 kg per person.
As a precaution: Air Madagascar's domestic flight schedules are regularly changed (schedules, date, etc.). It is preferable to arrive the day before the departure of the international flight and to have 24 hours of beat between the two flights.
Luggage: For a comfortable trip, divide your luggage into 2 bags.
A small backpack for your things of the day and a travel bag that stays in the vehicle.
The bivouacs:
- A sleeping bag (for nights in a bivouac) adapted to your size, with lateral zipper for an opening at your convenience. Your bag must be light but efficient up to temperatures of 0°C.
- A bag sheet, a small inflatable pillow are always welcome
- A toilet bag and towel
- Gourd of at least 1 litre, light and isothermal
- Pocket knife, preferably multi-purpose
- Toilet paper + lighter for destruction
The roads:
The roads on this route are a mix of paved roads and driveable tracks.
Transport and transfers:
The transport used for this tour is mainly by SUV.
The Tulear - Anakao transfer will be a quick highlight.
The journey from Fianarantsoa to Manakara will be by train and is planned 3 times a week, i.e.
- Fianarantsoa - Manakara: Tuesdays / Thursdays / Saturdays
- Manakara - Fianarantsoa: Wednesdays / Fridays / Sundays
The trip can last from 8 am to around 3 pm so you will need to make arrangements.

Expedition from West to East

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