Who has never dreamed of going back in time to discover a lost paradise? Exploring the Makay massif, a remote territory in the extreme south of the island, is like discovering the myth of a forgotten valley that jealously guards its Noah's Ark...

The Makay: for adventurers in search of a lost paradise...

The zebu is sure to feature in any trip to Madagascar and is of great importance in everyday life. The zebu is a visible sign of wealth, an essential part of farming and also plays a leading role in local culture.

The importance of the omby or zebu in Madagascar

Discover the Manambolo River, which flows through the western part of the country, gently crossing the regions of Melaky and Menabe. The journey down the Manambolo, which is more adventurous than the Tsiribihina, begins after a few days of trekking through the desert hills of the west. It is an excellent way to gain direct access to Tsingy de Bemaraha National Park!

The journey down the Manambolo River

Located A2 kilometres from Toliara, the Antsokay Arboretum is home to a great number of plant species from southern Madagascar. As you walk amongst the different trees, a guide will explain the role of each substance in the daily life of the region's inhabitants. A wonderful introduction to the culture of the south of the country

The Antsokay Arboretum

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Ifaty

Ankarana

A fabulous national park that is not to be missed!

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Tsingys de Bemaraha National Park consists of a huge limestone massif carved by erosion and a forest which is home to many species of lemurs, birds and reptiles as well as one very strange animal - the giant rat. Far from being repulsive, this small animal has longer fur than its city cousin and is even rather funny when it jumps about among the leaves. Of course the main attraction of this park, which listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site, are the famous Tsingys, these rock formations created by the wind and water and which extend over the entire plateau. These razor-sharp limestone spurs are the playground of sifaka lemurs, which fearlessly jump between the peaks that form this labyrinth of stone.

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