5 Days in the West: Baobabs and Tsingy

Morondava – Kirindy

We meet you at the airport or directly at your hotel in Morondava and begin our journey toward Kirindy Forest. Lunch is taken in Morondava or Kirindy, depending on your arrival time.

On the way we stop at the famous Avenue of the Baobabs to take photos and enjoy the scenery before continuing the drive.

In the early evening we go on a guided night walk in Kirindy, where we may encounter nocturnal lemurs and, with some luck, the fossa — Madagascar's largest predator — before dinner.

Kirindy – Bekopaka

In the morning we visit Kirindy Reserve to search for sifakas, lemurs, birds and other wildlife. After the visit we begin the drive toward Bekopaka, crossing the river by ferry.

We stop for lunch in Belo-sur-Tsiribihina, then continue the drive to Bekopaka in the afternoon.

Grand Tsingy

After an early breakfast we head to the Grand Tsingy to start the hike as early as possible and avoid the heat. This is the most spectacular part of the park, famous for its towering limestone formations that rise like stone cathedrals. The circuit combines forest trails, metal ladders, narrow passages, hanging bridges and panoramic viewpoints overlooking the Tsingy landscape. Along the way we look for lemurs, birds and unique dry-forest vegetation growing between the rocks.

The hike usually lasts between four and seven hours, depending on the route and your pace.

After the visit we return to the hotel for lunch and enjoy a relaxing afternoon to rest, swim, or simply recover from the hike.

Manambolo River – Petit Tsingy

In the morning we explore the Manambolo River by canoe, gliding through calm waters surrounded by impressive cliffs and a peaceful atmosphere. We observe birds and small wildlife, and learn about the daily life and traditions of the local communities along the river.

We then visit the nearby caves, where you can see stalactites, stalagmites and ancient tombs that form part of the region's cultural heritage.

In the afternoon we continue with a guided walk in the Petit Tsingy. The formations here are smaller but still impressive, with easier trails that offer a different perspective of the landscape before returning to the hotel.

Bekopaka – Morondava

Early in the morning, after breakfast, we start the drive back to Morondava. We stop for lunch in Belo-sur-Tsiribihina and make a short visit to the Baobabs in Love along the way.

In the late afternoon we arrive again at the Avenue of the Baobabs to enjoy one of Madagascar's most iconic sunsets. After sunset we drop you off at your hotel in Morondava. If needed, an airport transfer can be arranged for the following day.