Nature trip to the organic sugar factory of Tamatave

The East of Madagascar is not only the beach or paradise landscapes. It is also local products manufactured on-site to support local economic development. If you want to discover the East differently and bring your solidarity to theses local productions, you are invited to participate in the nature circuit in the organic sugar factory of Fanandrana.

A great exploration at Tsinjoriake Toliara

In the province of Tuléar, in the extreme south of Madagascar, there are several protected areas worth visiting. Among them, the new protected area of Tsinjoriake is only 17 km from the city town of Tuléar. Want to discover this unique and wild place? Let's go together!

Hiking in ambolo

To the north of Antananarivo, a small village named Ambolo constitutes a high place of discovery and walk. Even if the holidays are ended, a little detour with family or friends is well worth it. One day is enough to discover the authenticity and the natural richness of this intimate, charming and welcoming place.

Discover Fort Dauphin thanks to the festival of the sea

There are a thousand ways to discover the Anosy region. During the special Festival of the sea which took place on July 28th, 29th and 30th, spectators were able to discover Fort Dauphin in a different way. For the absent, here is a little glimpse of what happened.

Discover the East coast of Madagascar by boat

The East is one of the highlights of the big island in terms of tourist destinations. There are several ways to discover it, among others the car, the relay plane / car but also the boat. This last means of transport is even more interesting than the others. It offers new landscapes even more breathtaking, new discoveries more natural, entirely wild and typically untamed by man. This time, it will be a fresh route between land and sea. Let's go!

A thermal holiday in Ranomafana

The health resort of Ranomafana is a rare pearl situated in Ifanadiana. In the heart of the tropical forest of Antsinana, the thermal pool of Ranomafana makes the reputation of the place. Its thermal springs from natural warm waters attract a good number of visitors wishing to make a cure or wishing to discover the authenticity of the place. So, want a moment of well-being and discovery in a tropical forest? The thermal cure center at Ranomafana Park is just waiting for you.

Let's talk about Ranomafana Baths

Discovered in 1991, this rain forest hid many natural resources, including lemurs endemic to Madagascar. This same forest also harbored hot springs capable of being transformed into a natural pool of hot water. Each year, Malagasy and foreign tourists jostle to discover the health resort of Ranomafana. The hot water pool constitutes the main advantage of the station. The idea comes from there and the infrastructure has been developed. Since the construction has ended, the thermal pool remains active and opens its doors to all Malagasy and foreigners come to visit the island.

The large swimming pool measures about twenty meters and contains liters of natural hot water at about 38 °. For information, hot springs come directly from the surrounding mountains and flow down to irrigate the entire forest and natural park. According to specialists, taking a hot bath in this thermal pool provides health and wellbeing. These warm waters possess natural curative powers, essential for treating rheumatism, bone diseases and diseases.

What to do and what to see in Ranomafana?

Let us not forget that besides the thermal pool, a national park rich in endemic biodiversity complements the assets of the locality. Your holidays are not limited to the hot bath in the swimming pool but also to the visit of this very famous park of Madagascar. To complete your diary, the park reveals various species of endemic animals of the big island. Among, you will find 12 species of lemurs, 90 species of butterflies, more than 60 species of reptiles, 115 bird species, more than 100 species of amphibians and 30 species of terrestrial mammals. 

In the heart of the rainforest, endemic trees and plants also abound. If only orchids and palms are mentioned, the medicinal plants also complete the picture. While cruising the forest during a trekking or hiking tour, discover the waterfalls and primary circuits drawn in the middle of the primary forest. If you are curious minds, you can visit researchers and observers focused on their work. A basic center was built in the park to develop the work of these scientists. As it seems, these devoted people do not stop to discover new species of animals and plants finding refuges in this exceptional Madagascan forest.

The best of the fauna and flora of Mantadia

Situated in Alaotra Mangoro, about 141 km from Tana, Mantadia National Park is part of one of the protected areas of Andasibe. Covering an area of ​​15 500 ha, Mantadia is an incredible place where flora and fauna reign supreme. To know more about the best of this fauna and flora Mantadia, make a reservation and dive with us at the heart of the adventure.

The endemic and exceptional fauna of Mantadia

Many animals are listed within the park. Some are endemic while others are endangered. Finding refuge in the heart of this protected area, these animals find their own happiness and are the object of several studies and observations by various researchers from all over the world. During your visit, do not miss:

- The lemurs Aye-Aye, Indri Indri, Varika Mavo as well as other lemurs cohabiting with these first three. A priori, we also see the lemurs Varecia, Avahi and Eulemur.

- Chameleons are also many to Mantadia. The Calumma is the biggest of all species, sheltering in trees and easy to observe in hot season

- Endemic birds such as Pila and Triotrio are the most remarkable. The Malagasy Baza raptor is also present in the park despite being difficult to observe. Among the endangered species of birds, you will surely cross the Crossleyia xanthophrys, a bird with yellow eyebrows easy to observe in this site.

- The snake Boa or Manditra, which arouses fear and terror in some visitors. Yet it is part of the park's richness.

- The insects among which beetles and lepidoptera . Among its insects, we find the most beautiful butterfly in the world including the famous Urania Madagascariensis.

- Endemic fish are less well known but also present in Mantadia. These are the Ratsirakia legendrei and Rheocles alaotrensis. According to the International Union for Conservation of Nature, these two fish are disappearing. 

The variety of flora inventoried to Mantadia

Apart from the fauna, Mantadia is also a sanctuary for many endemic plants of the island. The big forest is the domain of several species of orchids, lianas, other invasive plants and some plantations from foreign countries. For a guided tour, discover:

 - Hundreds of endemic orchid species from Madagascar bloom between October and February.

- The Vakoana or Pandanus, also endemic and which serve as habitat for some frogs

- Arboreal ferns or Fanjàna with their broad leaves. These plants push all year long in the park

- The tree Ambora or Tambourrissa which is also visible all year long.

- The bamboos, pinus and eucalyptus which grow mainly around the park

- The invasive plants that also exist within the park. You will see rubus mauricana and caméléa sisensis.

- Other medicinal plants and other varieties from China are also cultivated there. China's water lilies, ferns, mosses and guavas, which adapt perfectly to the environment.