Follow the Path Guided by Shadows and Voices | A Journey Tracing the Forests of Ranomafana and the Rocks of Isalo | マダガスカル | Bespoke Travel with Local Specialists

マダガスカル

アンタナナリボ

アンツィラベ

ペリネ

ラノマファナ

アンバラボー

ラノオイラ

フィアナランツォア

Luxury

日本語ガイド

サファリ

温泉

ウォーキングサファリ

穴場

キツネザル

ナイトサファリ

カメレオン

工場見学

Travel details

€ 3,610 / per person

Note: The displayed price is the price at the time of application.

	Duration	Departure in 2025/9 \| 11 days
	Participants	1 person(s)（Adults 1 person(s)、Children 0 person(s)）

Travel story

On both sides of the road, long-tailed shadows skip
Looking up, the silhouettes of unfamiliar birds sway
The more we go, the more calls guide the way rather than maps

—
This is an 11-day journey traversing Madagascar north to south, encountering diverse nature and wildlife. Starting from Antananarivo, we travel by private vehicle, observing ring-tailed lemurs, chameleons, and endemic birds in national parks such as Perinet and Ranomafana.

At each location we enjoy walking safaris and night safaris, and experience varied landscapes including tropical rainforests and the bizarre rock formations of Isalo National Park, a World Heritage-registered area. Cultural experiences such as natural hot springs and observing Antemoro paper-making are also included along the way.

This itinerary offers an adventurous Madagascar-specific journey where you encounter different scenery and wildlife at each stop.

Signature points

Diverse flora and fauna observation in national parks

Visit multiple national parks such as Perinet, Ranomafana, and Isalo. Experience diverse ecosystems up close, including ring-tailed lemurs, chameleons, and endemic birds.

Varied landscapes experienced through long-distance travel

From tropical rainforests to arid zones and rocky terrains, the cross-country travel by private vehicle allows you to savor changing topography and scenery. You will also encounter villages and local ways of life along the route.

Activities that touch both nature and culture

In addition to walking safaris and night safaris, cultural experiences such as natural hot springs and Antemoro paper-making are included, allowing a deep appreciation of both nature and human life.

Itinerary

Day1

Madagascar - Antananarivo
Car Meet and assist at airport on arrival
On arrival, transfer to hotel [Japanese Guide]
Le Chalet des Roses

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Dinner at hotel

Meals　B/F：×　LUN：×　DIN：⚪︎

Day2

Breakfast
4WD Departure for Perinet, en route, enjoying the East part of Madagascar typical landscape. [Japanese Guide]
Visit of the Chameleons Park “Madagascar Exotic” at Marozevo “Madagascar Exotic” in Marozevo in eastern Madagascar is a conservation facility where you can closely observe a wide variety of chameleons as well as native reptiles, amphibians, and insects. The park offers guided explanations of the ecology of chameleons with different colors and shapes, and also exhibits frogs, butterflies, crocodiles, and more. It is a valuable place to experience the diversity of Madagascar’s endemic species and to learn about conservation efforts. [Japanese Guide]

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Madagascar - Perinet
Hotel Feon' ny Ala

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Visit of the Vakona Reserve (Lemurs Island) The Vakona Reserve is a popular spot known for its close encounters with lemurs; particularly on Lemur Island you can interact with friendly lemurs and observe their behavior and ecology up close. Several species of lemurs live on the island, and visitors can enjoy photography and feeding experiences. [Japanese Guide]

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Walking night safari At night you will go on a night safari in a nearby reserve, exploring the silent forest with a flashlight to look for nocturnal animals and rare insects. It is a valuable opportunity to experience Madagascar’s nature showing different aspects than during the day.

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Dinner at hotel

Meals　B/F：⚪︎　LUN：×　DIN：⚪︎

Day3

Breakfast at hotel
Walking safari at the Perinet Reserve for watching the Indri At the Perinet Reserve in eastern Madagascar you can enjoy a walking safari searching for the indri, the world’s largest lemur. Follow the distinctive calls echoing through the forest and observe them leaping between trees and living in groups up close. With a guide’s explanation you can learn not only about the indri’s ecology and conservation status but also about the surrounding diverse plants and other wildlife—an immersive nature experience. [Japanese Guide]

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4WD Drive to Antsirabe
(310Km) [Japanese Guide]
Madagascar - Antsirabe
Hôtel Hasina

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Dinner at hotel

Meals　B/F：⚪︎　LUN：×　DIN：⚪︎

Day4

Breakfast at hotel
4WD Departure for Ranomafana, on the way, enjoying the attractive rice-fields in level, typical houses…. [Japanese Guide]
Madagascar - Ranomafana
IHARY HOTEL

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Dinner at hotel

Meals　B/F：⚪︎　LUN：×　DIN：⚪︎

Day5

Breakfast at hotel
Walking safari at the National Park of Ranomafana Ranomafana National Park in southeastern Madagascar is a World Heritage natural reserve known for its tropical rainforest and hot springs. On a walking safari you will traverse lush forest searching for diverse lemurs, chameleons, and brightly colored frogs, including endangered species. With a guide you will learn about the ecology of the plants and animals living in the forest and the characteristics of endemic species, while enjoying the humid tropical air and the rich scents of nature. [Japanese Guide]

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Visit of the Ranomafana Thermal pool The Ranomafana thermal pool is a facility that uses the natural hot springs which gave the area its name. The water, warmed by geothermal heat, relieves travel fatigue and is ideal for spending a relaxing time. Combined with the lush surrounding scenery and pleasant water temperature, you can enjoy a luxurious moment of relaxation in nature. [Japanese Guide]
IHARY HOTEL

Dinner at hotel

Meals　B/F：⚪︎　LUN：×　DIN：⚪︎

Day6

Breakfast at hotel
4WD Departure for Ambalavao [Japanese Guide]
Madagascar - Ambalavao
Visit of the Antemoro paper’s making Antemoro paper is a traditional handmade paper passed down by the Antemoro people of Madagascar since the 17th century, made from the bark of the Harrison plant of the Sterculiaceae family. In the production process, flowers and leaves are embedded to create beautiful patterns. During the visit, you can closely observe the steps from preparing the raw material to papermaking, decoration, and drying, and feel the artisans' skill and the warmth of their handiwork. [Japanese Guide]

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Hotel Aux Bougainvillées

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Dinner at hotel

Meals　B/F：⚪︎　LUN：×　DIN：⚪︎

Day7

Breakfast at hotel
4WD Drive to Ranohira [Japanese Guide]
Visit of the Anjà Reserve The Anjà Reserve in southern Madagascar is a small but charming nature reserve managed by the local community. It is notable for its high density of ring-tailed lemurs, which can be observed living in groups up close. The landscape, dotted with large boulders and offering views over the surrounding farmland, is beautiful, and through trekking you can experience both the area's biodiversity and local culture. [Japanese Guide]

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Madagascar - Ranohira
Hotel Orchidée de l'Isalo

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Dinner at hotel

Meals　B/F：⚪︎　LUN：×　DIN：⚪︎

Day8

Breakfast at hotel
Full day visit of the National Park of Isalo Isalo National Park in southern Madagascar is known for its vast sandstone landscape of dramatic rock formations, with canyons and natural pools carved into it. On a full-day tour you walk trails with varied terrain while observing plants typical of dry areas and endemic animals. You can fully enjoy a day of diverse natural beauty, from expansive views from cliff tops to breaks at clear-water oases. [Japanese Guide]

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Hotel Orchidée de l'Isalo

Dinner at hotel

Meals　B/F：⚪︎　LUN：×　DIN：⚪︎

Day9

Breakfast at hotel
4WD Drive back to Fianarantsoa [Japanese Guide]
Madagascar - Fianarantsoa
Lac Hotel Sahambavy

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Dinner at hotel

Meals　B/F：⚪︎　LUN：×　DIN：⚪︎

Day10

Breakfast at hotel
4WD Drive back to Antananarivo [Japanese Guide]
Madagascar - Antananarivo
Le Chalet des Roses

Dinner at hotel

Meals　B/F：⚪︎　LUN：×　DIN：⚪︎

Day11

Breakfast at hotel
a.m.
Enjoying panoramic view of the town near the Queen’s palace The area around the Queen's Palace in Antananarivo, the capital of Madagascar, is an excellent viewpoint from which you can overlook the city from a hilltop. The landscape of red-roofed houses and historic buildings spreading over the hilly terrain gives this city its unique charm. On clear days you can see as far as the distant hills, allowing you to appreciate the capital's overall layout and its topographical features. [Japanese Guide]

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p.m.
Shopping [Japanese Guide]
4WD Transfer to airport

Meals　B/F：⚪︎　LUN：×　DIN：×

Day 1

09/07(Sun)

Madagascar - Antananarivo
Car Meet and assist at airport on arrival
On arrival, transfer to hotel [Japanese Guide]
Le Chalet des Roses

Dinner at hotel

Meals　B/F：×　LUN：×　DIN：⚪︎

Day 2

09/08(Mon)

Breakfast
4WD Departure for Perinet, en route, enjoying the East part of Madagascar typical landscape. [Japanese Guide]
Visit of the Chameleons Park “Madagascar Exotic” at Marozevo “Madagascar Exotic” in Marozevo in eastern Madagascar is a conservation facility where you can closely observe a wide variety of chameleons as well as native reptiles, amphibians, and insects. The park offers guided explanations of the ecology of chameleons with different colors and shapes, and also exhibits frogs, butterflies, crocodiles, and more. It is a valuable place to experience the diversity of Madagascar’s endemic species and to learn about conservation efforts. [Japanese Guide]

Madagascar - Perinet
Hotel Feon' ny Ala

Visit of the Vakona Reserve (Lemurs Island) The Vakona Reserve is a popular spot known for its close encounters with lemurs; particularly on Lemur Island you can interact with friendly lemurs and observe their behavior and ecology up close. Several species of lemurs live on the island, and visitors can enjoy photography and feeding experiences. [Japanese Guide]

Walking night safari At night you will go on a night safari in a nearby reserve, exploring the silent forest with a flashlight to look for nocturnal animals and rare insects. It is a valuable opportunity to experience Madagascar’s nature showing different aspects than during the day.

Dinner at hotel

Meals　B/F：⚪︎　LUN：×　DIN：⚪︎

Day 3

09/09(Tue)

Breakfast at hotel
Walking safari at the Perinet Reserve for watching the Indri At the Perinet Reserve in eastern Madagascar you can enjoy a walking safari searching for the indri, the world’s largest lemur. Follow the distinctive calls echoing through the forest and observe them leaping between trees and living in groups up close. With a guide’s explanation you can learn not only about the indri’s ecology and conservation status but also about the surrounding diverse plants and other wildlife—an immersive nature experience. [Japanese Guide]

4WD Drive to Antsirabe
(310Km) [Japanese Guide]
Madagascar - Antsirabe
Hôtel Hasina

Dinner at hotel

Meals　B/F：⚪︎　LUN：×　DIN：⚪︎

Day 4

09/10(Wed)

Breakfast at hotel
4WD Departure for Ranomafana, on the way, enjoying the attractive rice-fields in level, typical houses…. [Japanese Guide]
Madagascar - Ranomafana
IHARY HOTEL

Dinner at hotel

Meals　B/F：⚪︎　LUN：×　DIN：⚪︎

Day 5

09/11(Thu)

Breakfast at hotel
Walking safari at the National Park of Ranomafana Ranomafana National Park in southeastern Madagascar is a World Heritage natural reserve known for its tropical rainforest and hot springs. On a walking safari you will traverse lush forest searching for diverse lemurs, chameleons, and brightly colored frogs, including endangered species. With a guide you will learn about the ecology of the plants and animals living in the forest and the characteristics of endemic species, while enjoying the humid tropical air and the rich scents of nature. [Japanese Guide]

Visit of the Ranomafana Thermal pool The Ranomafana thermal pool is a facility that uses the natural hot springs which gave the area its name. The water, warmed by geothermal heat, relieves travel fatigue and is ideal for spending a relaxing time. Combined with the lush surrounding scenery and pleasant water temperature, you can enjoy a luxurious moment of relaxation in nature. [Japanese Guide]
IHARY HOTEL

Dinner at hotel

Meals　B/F：⚪︎　LUN：×　DIN：⚪︎

Day 6

09/12(Fri)

Breakfast at hotel
4WD Departure for Ambalavao [Japanese Guide]
Madagascar - Ambalavao
Visit of the Antemoro paper’s making Antemoro paper is a traditional handmade paper passed down by the Antemoro people of Madagascar since the 17th century, made from the bark of the Harrison plant of the Sterculiaceae family. In the production process, flowers and leaves are embedded to create beautiful patterns. During the visit, you can closely observe the steps from preparing the raw material to papermaking, decoration, and drying, and feel the artisans' skill and the warmth of their handiwork. [Japanese Guide]

Hotel Aux Bougainvillées

Dinner at hotel

Meals　B/F：⚪︎　LUN：×　DIN：⚪︎

Day 7

09/13(Sat)

Breakfast at hotel
4WD Drive to Ranohira [Japanese Guide]
Visit of the Anjà Reserve The Anjà Reserve in southern Madagascar is a small but charming nature reserve managed by the local community. It is notable for its high density of ring-tailed lemurs, which can be observed living in groups up close. The landscape, dotted with large boulders and offering views over the surrounding farmland, is beautiful, and through trekking you can experience both the area's biodiversity and local culture. [Japanese Guide]

Madagascar - Ranohira
Hotel Orchidée de l'Isalo

Dinner at hotel

Meals　B/F：⚪︎　LUN：×　DIN：⚪︎

Day 8

09/14(Sun)

Breakfast at hotel
Full day visit of the National Park of Isalo Isalo National Park in southern Madagascar is known for its vast sandstone landscape of dramatic rock formations, with canyons and natural pools carved into it. On a full-day tour you walk trails with varied terrain while observing plants typical of dry areas and endemic animals. You can fully enjoy a day of diverse natural beauty, from expansive views from cliff tops to breaks at clear-water oases. [Japanese Guide]

Hotel Orchidée de l'Isalo

Dinner at hotel

Meals　B/F：⚪︎　LUN：×　DIN：⚪︎

Day 9

09/15(Mon)

Breakfast at hotel
4WD Drive back to Fianarantsoa [Japanese Guide]
Madagascar - Fianarantsoa
Lac Hotel Sahambavy

Dinner at hotel

Meals　B/F：⚪︎　LUN：×　DIN：⚪︎

Day 10

09/16(Tue)

Breakfast at hotel
4WD Drive back to Antananarivo [Japanese Guide]
Madagascar - Antananarivo
Le Chalet des Roses

Dinner at hotel

Meals　B/F：⚪︎　LUN：×　DIN：⚪︎

Day 11

09/17(Wed)

Breakfast at hotel
a.m.
Enjoying panoramic view of the town near the Queen’s palace The area around the Queen's Palace in Antananarivo, the capital of Madagascar, is an excellent viewpoint from which you can overlook the city from a hilltop. The landscape of red-roofed houses and historic buildings spreading over the hilly terrain gives this city its unique charm. On clear days you can see as far as the distant hills, allowing you to appreciate the capital's overall layout and its topographical features. [Japanese Guide]

p.m.
Shopping [Japanese Guide]
4WD Transfer to airport

Meals　B/F：⚪︎　LUN：×　DIN：×

Price Includes / excludes

Accommodation

Hotels: As per itinerary Deluxe Hotel / Double room

Flight (Int'l)

None

Flight (Dom.)

None

Railway

None

Bus

None

Car

As stated in the itinerary

Ferry/Boat

None

Other transp

None

Guide / Assistant

Japanese or English speaking spot guides

Activity

All necessary entrance fees for the parks and reserves mentioned in the itinerary

Meal

B/F：10　　LUN：0　　DIN：10　
As stated in the itinerary

Includes (Others)

All transportation and parking fees: private car

Excludes (Others)

*Air tickets (international)
*Visa fee
*Tips (guides, drivers, porters…)
*Drinks
*All lunches
*Insurance

Accommodation list

1	Antananarivo Le Chalet des Roses 1person(s)
2	Perinet Hotel Feon' ny Ala 1person(s)
3	Antsirabe Hôtel Hasina 1person(s)
4	Ranomafana IHARY HOTEL 1person(s)
5	Ambalavao Hotel Aux Bougainvillées 1person(s)
6	Ranohira Hotel Orchidée de l'Isalo 1person(s)
7	Fianarantsoa Lac Hotel Sahambavy 1person(s)

Follow the Path Guided by Shadows and Voices | A Journey Tracing the Forests of Ranomafana and the Rocks of Isalo

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