LUXURY
Madagascar's Must-Sees With A Private Plane
10 days/9 nights
A Madagascar Must-Sees with a Private Plane itinerary offers a truly unique and luxurious way to experience the island’s incredible biodiversity, stunning landscapes, and vibrant culture. With a private plane, you can travel across the country efficiently, reaching remote locations that would otherwise be difficult to access. Here’s a suggested 10-day itinerary for a luxurious Madagascar adventure:
Itinerary :
D 1: Arrival in Antananarivo (Tana)
Arrival at Ivato International Airport, Antananarivo, Madagascar’s capital.Stay: A luxury hotel or private villa in Tana.Activities: Depending on your arrival time, explore the city, visiting the Royal Palace, Ambohimanga (a UNESCO World Heritage site), or markets like Analakely.Dinner: A gourmet Malagasy meal at one of the top restaurants in the city.
D 2: Antananarivo to Nosy Be (by private plane)
Morning flight to Nosy Be, an island off Madagascar’s northwest coast, known for its beaches and marine biodiversity.Stay: A luxury beach resort, like the Andilana Beach Resort or a private beachfront villa.Activities: Explore the island’s stunning beaches, take a boat trip to Nosy Komba or Nosy Tanikely, ideal for snorkeling and seeing marine life.Dinner: Enjoy a seafood feast with ocean views.
D 3: Nosy Be – Lokobe National Park
Morning flight to Lokobe National Park (if not directly reachable from Nosy Be).Stay: Luxury eco-lodges or resorts near the park.Activities: Explore Lokobe National Park, known for its dense rainforest, lemur sightings, and unique flora and fauna. Go on a guided nature walk. Dinner: Traditional Malagasy cuisine at your lodge.
D 4: Nosy Be to Morondava (by private plane)
Fly to Morondava, a town on the western coast. Stay: Luxury lodge like the Palissandre Côte Ouest Resort & Spa or similar.Activities: Visit the famous Avenue of the Baobabs, a surreal and iconic landscape with ancient baobab trees.Dinner: Dinner overlooking the avenue at sunset for a stunning view.
D 5: Morondava – Tsingy de Bemaraha National Park
Morning flight to Tsingy de Bemaraha National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.Stay: A luxury lodge near the park. Activities: Explore the park’s jagged limestone formations, known as « Tsingy. » Go on a guided hike and climb the towers for panoramic views. Dinner: Evening meal at your lodge, surrounded by the park’s natural beauty.
D 6: Tsingy de Bemaraha – Miandrivazo (by private plane)
Fly to Miandrivazo, a small town near the Tsiribihina River.Stay: Luxurious riverside accommodation or private lodges. Activities: Boat trip along the Tsiribihina River, enjoy the tranquil scenery, and watch for wildlife such as lemurs and birds. Dinner: Dinner by the riverside, enjoying local Malagasy dishes.
D 7: Miandrivazo to Isalo National Park (by private plane)
Morning flight to Isalo National Park in the south. Stay: Luxury lodges like Isalo Rock Lodge or Relais de la Reine.Activities: Explore the park’s dramatic sandstone formations, canyons, and natural swimming pools. Hike to the Canyon des Makis and Piscine Naturelle.Dinner: Enjoy dinner at your lodge with a stunning view of the surrounding landscape.
D 8: Isalo to Anakao
Morning flight to Anakao, a coastal village in southwestern Madagascar.Stay: Luxury beach resorts such as Anakao Ocean Lodge.Activities: Relax on pristine beaches, explore the local fishing village, and take a boat to Nosy Ve, a bird sanctuary island. Dinner: Seafood dinner on the beach, with the sound of the ocean in the background.
D 9: Anakao to Ifaty
Fly to Ifaty, a village known for its beaches and coral reefs. Stay: Luxury resorts like La Mira Hotel.Activities: Scuba diving, snorkeling, or taking a boat tour to see the coral reefs. Visit the Reniala Nature Reserve to observe the spiny forest ecosystem and unique species. Dinner: Dinner at a beach restaurant with sunset views.
D 10: Return to Antananarivo
Morning flight back to Antananarivo.Stay: A luxury hotel in the capital for your final night. Activities: If time permits, explore more of Antananarivo’s attractions or visit local craft markets. Departure: Fly to Paris