Zebu Tour

Welcome at Ivato International Airport in Antananarivo by our local staff. After customs formalities, transfer to the hotel and check-in to the reserved rooms.

Overnight stay

After breakfast, depart from the hotel south along the RN7, one of Madagascar's most fascinating scenic roads. The route crosses the central high plateau, characterized by hilly landscapes, terraced rice paddies, and traditional villages built from clay bricks. Along the way, you can observe scenes of daily life: women washing clothes in rivers, children playing in fields, vendors selling fruit, vegetables, and local crafts coloring the roadside.

Stop in Ambatolampy, a town known for its artisanal production of aluminum pots: an interesting visit to discover traditional techniques passed down through generations.

Continue towards Antsirabe, known as the “city of water” due to its thermal springs. Upon arrival, you can take a panoramic tour in a pousse-pousse, the typical Malagasy rickshaw, to explore the city center, its colonial buildings, and local handicrafts.

After breakfast, depart west along the RN34 towards Morondava, crossing the Miandrivazo region. The route winds through hills, valleys, and rural landscapes rich in vegetation, with cultivated fields and small agricultural villages offering authentic glimpses of daily Malagasy life.

The road is paved but long, with ascents and descents that make the journey varied and scenic. During the trip, it will be possible to make short photo stops to admire the views and relax.

The day begins early with departure from Morondava towards Bekopaka, the gateway to the famous Tsingy de Bemaraha National Park. The journey covers about 250 km, much of it on a striking red sand track immersed in an extraordinary landscape characterized by baobab forests and thorny vegetation composed of cacti, aloe, and other unique species.

During the journey, you will cross the Tsiribihina river by a short ferry ride lasting about an hour. Lunch is planned here at a local restaurant located in Belo-sur-Tsiribihina.

After lunch, the journey resumes towards Bekopaka, passing through small traditional villages that offer authentic glimpses of local life. Before arriving, you will cross the Manambolo river by barge for a short journey of about 20 minutes.

The day begins early with boarding a traditional dugout canoe for a suggestive excursion along the Manambolo river gorge. During the navigation, you will pass under caves inhabited by birds and bats, an immersive experience in wild nature.

Subsequently, you will drive to reach the entrance of Bemaraha National Park, approximately 15 km away.

The park visit will begin by exploring the lush forest up to the largest Tsingy, a unique limestone formation in the world, and will conclude with a visit to a spectacular cave.

During the visit, you will have the opportunity to try climbing some Tsingy formations, which requires some climbing, but everything necessary will be provided by the park entrance to ensure safety and comfort.

In the afternoon, you can relax and cool off in the hotel pool, enjoying a well-deserved moment of relaxation.

Departure from Bekopaka towards Kirindy Forest. During the journey, you will cross two rivers, Manambolo and Tsiribihina, with the car passing on a barge. The route winds along a beautiful red sand track, surrounded by baobab forests and typical thorny vegetation, such as cacti and aloe. Lunch is planned in the town of Tsiribihina.

In the late afternoon, a night visit to the park is planned, a unique experience that allows you to observe nocturnal animal species such as chameleons, small lemurs, lizards, butterflies, and the mysterious fossa.

Departure for the visit of Kirindy Forest, with a walk of approximately 2 hours. Here you can observe various species of plants and animals, including the possibility of spotting the Fossa, Madagascar's largest predator.

Lunch at the hotel restaurant.

In the afternoon, departure for the famous Avenue des Baobabs (Baobab Avenue). During the visit, you can admire the different species of baobabs and walk among the majestic trees, particularly crossing the so-called Twin Baobabs.

The highlight will be observing the sunset in the heart of the avenue, surrounded by imposing baobabs, a truly unique and suggestive spectacle.

Embark on a traditional dugout canoe, a typical means of transport, for a journey through the mangrove forests.

Arrival at the fishing village of Betania, where you will have the opportunity to meet the locals and the village fishermen. During the day, you can witness various spectacles related to local life, such as the departure and return of traditional canoes, with fishermen landing and selling fresh fish.

Day dedicated to relaxing on the beach and by the sea.

Transfer to Morondava airport for the domestic flight to Antananarivo.

Arrival, check-in at the hotel and overnight stay

Transfer to the airport.