Close-up of Madagascar chameleon with its tongue extended.

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Magical Madagascar

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Watch long-limbed sifaka lemurs “dance” down a forest trail in front of you, see playful ring-tailed lemurs, and listen to the hauntingly eerie calls of the indri in treetop canopies. These lemurs, along with many other species, are completely unique to Madagascar. Separated from Africa and the Indian subcontinent millennia ago, this island-nation's animals and plants evolved in such isolation that literally four out of five of all its species are found nowhere else on the planet! Wilderness Travel has created a fascinating journey that explores this distinctive island in depth. You'll hike through the lush rainforest at Amber Mountain and otherworldly landscapes like the Dr. Seussian spiny forest at Berenty Reserve and surreal tsingy pinnacles at Ankarana, see an exotic display of orchids, photograph colorful chameleons up close, and observe fascinating birdlife, such as songbirds that forage in mixed-species flocks. No place on earth surpasses Madagascar's combination of unusual species, extreme biodiversity, and unique habitats. Join us for this once-in-a-lifetime natural history adventure!

Activities

Walking Wildlife & Natural History

Trip Length

14 Days

Trip Level

Level 2-plus

Cost

From $6,795

Highlights

Inspiring journey brings you to the most astonishing wonders of Madagascar
Hike through the Dr. Seussian spiny forest at Berenty and amid the surreal sandstone tsingy of Ankarana
Excellent opportunities to photograph Verreaux's “dancing” sifaka lemurs, ring-tailed lemurs, and red-fronted brown lemurs
Spot crowned lemurs, Sanford's brown lemurs, and many species of chameleons endemic to the north at Amber Mountain National Park
Choice of hiking options, plus early morning outings for birders and fascinating night walks
Extensions include Isalo National Park in southern Madagascar, South Africa game viewing, Rwanda gorilla tracking, and island hopping in the pristine Seychelles

Lodging

7 nights hotels, 6 nights wildlife lodges

Meals

All meals included except 2 dinners

Departures

Jul 5-18, 2024

Jul 4-17, 2025

Madagascar: Off the Beaten Path

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Madagascar has been isolated from mainland Africa since the time of the dinosaurs and possesses rare life forms found nowhere else, from over 100 species of lemur to wildly colorful chameleons (ranging from thumbnail-sized to two feet long!). In this unique world, we bring you into seven environments, from sandstone canyons to mountain rainforests. We maximize your experience with your choice of guided walks each day, whether a photo-paced ramble or an invigorating hike. You'll hear the haunting calls of the “singing indri” deep in the forest, meet wildlife researchers, visit reforestation projects—and even plant a seedling on the famed Avenue of the Baobabs!