Madagascar is the world's 4th largest island and is famous for its unspoiled scenery and incredible variety of endemic wildlife. Explore the island's best bits with one of our 2 fantastic tours on which you'll visit the lively Malagasy capital Antananarivo, ride a pousse-pousse (rickshaw) around vibrant Antsirabe and explore the artisan village of Ambositra.
In a nutshell
Discover the island's diverse flora and fauna on guided hikes through rainforests like Ranomafana and Isalo National Park, and enjoy the colourful bird life on a special tour through Reniala Private Reserve. Get up close and personal with ring-tailed lemurs, mongooses and brown mouse lemurs at Belle Vue feeding station. See elaborately decorated tombs of ancient tribes and end your tour relaxing on beautiful Ifaty Beach.
Getting there
Flight Details - Virgin Atlantic flights to Nairobi with onward Air Madagascar flights to Antananarivo depart every Tue from London Heathrow. Virgin Atlantic flights to Johannesburg with onward South African Airways flights to Antananarivo depart every Tue, Thu and Sat from London Heathrow.
Flying Time - Approx 8 hours 30 min to Nairobi and 3 hours onwards to Antananarivo. Approx 11 hours to Johannesburg and 3 hours onwards to Antananarivo.
Time Difference - GMT +3 hours
Currency - Malagasy Ariary (MGA)
Visa Requirements - British passport holders require a visa to travel to Madagascar, which must be obtained prior to travel (approx £30).