A journey through articles to explore Madagascar in depth

Approximately a 2-hour drive from Diego Suarez, you'll find the magnificent rock formations of the Tsingys Rouge d’Irodo. Different from their limestone cousins, the Tsingys Rouges are the result of quick erosion, thus creating unique ephemeral sculptures.

Are you looking for encounters and something unique? Follow the guide to discover the village of Ampotaka, in the bush of southern Madagascar. Here, the inhabitants have their own expertise: transforming baobabs into water tanks. They'll be thrilled to explain to you how it works, but a word of advice: do not try the collected water, unless you want a severe case of the runs!

Head to Antoetra for an authentic immersion in the rural world of the Highlands, for a trek in a landscape sculpted by the hands of masters, the artist-loggers of the Zafimaniry people. Come and meet this extraordinary people who still perpetuate the ancient traditions and beliefs in their day-to-day lives!

As in many other parks of Madagascar, in Tsimanampesotse you will discover a rich flora and fauna that is unique in the world. But the stars of the show here are the amazing baobab trees.

Avenue of the Baobabs is one of Madagascar's most photographed monuments. Imagine a monumental line of baobabs, the highest of which is more than 30 metres tall, with zebu wandering among them. Some of the most beautiful scenery on the Island.

Find out about the daily lives of the people of the region in the Tsaravahiny Centre in the village of Mangily. It's near the mangroves along the side of the Mozambique channel. It's a quiet village in the bush whose inhabitants make their living from crab fishing and eco-tourism.

On the road leading from the capital to Tamatave, the Andasibe-Mantadia National Park is famous for the indri which have found refuge there. These lemurs, which are the biggest in the world, spend their lives amongst the branches of the trees in this virgin forest and mark their territory with long cries that can be heard over long distances.

The Emerald Sea opens onto the bay of Diego-Suarez and the Indian Ocean and is one of the wonders of Madagascar. The best way to see this turquoise-coloured lagoon is in a little wooden sailing boat. It's a dream destination for lovers of kite-surfing and snorkelling.

Located on a volcanic massif, the Amber Mountain National Park is home to many native species. The forest is full of rivers, waterfalls and lakes and has a pleasant climate that's ideal for walking.

Ankarana is in the north part of the island and is home to a spectacular geological formation: the Tsingys. There are numerous tourist circuits around the park which let you explore the caves, forests, and enormous stretches of chalk spires created by erosion.