Upon arrival at Ivato International Airport (TNR), look for your guide waiting in the arrivals hall. A private transfer will whisk you away to the 4-star Radisson Hotel Tamboho Waterfront for a relaxing start to your journey. Enjoy a light welcome snack during the 25-minute transfer to the city. Your stay at the hotel includes a Superior Room with dinner. Post dinner, you can unwind by the heated pool or take in the tranquil views of the Tana Water Front. It is the ideal place to recharge after your flight. On Day 2, you meet your guide in the lobby for your transfer to Antsirabe to mark the beginning of the next chapter of your adventure.

Radisson Hotel Tamboho Waterfront Antananarivo

Experience a boutique escape at Radisson Hotel Tamboho Waterfront. This 30-room sanctuary comes with authentic Malagasy architecture, a heated pool, and the exquisite Tamboho Restaurant. You can host elegant meetings or weddings in the stylish gardens. Located in the Tana Water Front, you are minutes from Lemur Park and the historic Queen’s Palace. This tranquil lakeside retreat is just 12 kilometres (25 minutes) from the international airport.

After a 4-hour drive through the lush Highlands, you arrive in Antsirabe on Day 2. Your trip includes a stop in Ambatolampy to see traditional aluminium workshops before settling into Plumeria Hotel Antsirabe for a 2-night Half Board stay in a Twin Room. You can even explore the city via a local "pousse-pousse" ride! Day 3 features a 3 to 5-hour guided trek through iconic red-brick villages and rice fields, including a scenic picnic lunch. This immersive walk encourages local youth guides while you meet traditional blacksmiths and farmers. After a delightful breakfast on Day 4, you leave for Ranomafana.

Plumeria Hotel Antsirabe

Plumeria Hotel Antsirabe features 30 stylish rooms, ranging from Deluxe to Family suites, all with private balconies and air conditioning. You can indulge in European-Malagasy cuisine by the fireplace or relax in the luxury spa with a jacuzzi, sauna, and massage rooms. Perfect for business, it includes a 25-person meeting room. You can check out the nearby attractions like Lake Tritriva and Ivohitra Golf Club. Ivato International Airport (TNR) is approximately 180 kilometres (about 3–4 hours) away.

After a 7-hour journey through the winding Betsileo highlands, you arrive at Hotel Thermal. Enjoy a 2-night Half-Board stay in a Superior Room. Your trip includes an immersive stop in Ambositra, the capital of Malagasy craft, to visit Zafimaniry woodcarving workshops and find unique marquetry. On Day 5, you explore the lush Ranomafana National Park on a guided 5-hour trek through its primary rainforest, with chances to spot rare Golden Bamboo lemurs and distinctive plant species. After visiting a local village, the day wraps up with an exciting night safari in search of mouse lemurs and sleeping chameleons. On Day 6, you leave for Ranohira, the gateway to Isalo National Park.

Hotel Thermal Ranomafana

Located near Ranomafana National Park, the beautifully restored Hotel Thermal Ranomafana comes with 22 modern, air-conditioned rooms with private balconies and 24-hour hot water. You can enjoy seasonal gourmet dining on the terrace or relax in the cosy bar after exploring the nearby thermal springs. Perfect for nature lovers, it is a prime spot for lemur trekking and birdwatching. It is approximately 358 kilometres (7 hours) from Ivato International Airport (TNR).

After a 7-hour journey across the vast Ihorombe plateau, dotted with giant termite mounds, you arrive in Ranohira on Day 6. Your drive features a fascinating stop at the Antemoro paper factory to see ancient mulberry bark techniques and a visit to Anja Reserve to meet lemurs at the foot of massive granite cliffs. You check into Isalo Rock Lodge for a 2-night Half Board stay in a Standard Room. Day 7 allows you the chance to explore Isalo National Park, where you trek through Jurassic sandstone canyons and “ruiniform” plateaus. After a picnic lunch in the Tapia forest, you can cool off in a natural pool while spotting endemic flora like Pachypodium. On Day 8, you will leave for the coastal village of Ifaty.

Isalo Rock Lodge

Perched high in the sandstone mountains, Isalo Rock Lodge is a beautiful 60-room retreat overlooking Isalo National Park. You can choose from Eco, Standard, or Superior rooms, all featuring lavish lounges and cosy robes. Enjoy Malagasy-European cuisine in the 100-seater glass-walled restaurant or relax at the pool bar. It is a prime spot for lemur watching and trekking. It is approximately 240 km (4 hours) from Toliara Airport (TLE).

After an 8-hour journey toward the sapphire waters of the Mozambique Channel, you arrive in Ifaty on Day 8. The drive from Ranohira is a visual treat, transitioning from rugged canyons to coastal plains. You stop to see the famous Mahafaly tombs, known for their intricate paintings and wooden "aloalo" sculptures, and visit the bustling Tulear market. You then settle into a private Villa at Les Dunes d’Ifaty for a 2-night Half Board stay. Day 9 is yours to enjoy at leisure: dive into the lagoon, ride a traditional dugout with Vezo fishermen, or trek the inland spiny forest to see ancient baobabs and octopus trees.

On Day 10, you say goodbye to your Madagascar holiday as you leave for Tulear Airport for your flight back to Antananarivo. From TNR, you catch your international flight back home to London.

Les Dunes d'Ifaty

Set in a tropical park along the Mozambique Channel, Les Dunes d'Ifaty is an eco-friendly resort. It has 41 air-conditioned bungalows. You can enjoy fresh seafood in the airy, high-ceilinged restaurant or relax with sunset cocktails at the beach bar. Enjoy activities ranging from PADI diving and kitesurfing to whale watching and exploring the Baobab forest. Run by solar power, the resort blends adventure with sustainable luxury. It is about 30 km (1 hour) from Toliara Airport (TLE).