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Did you know there are 9 species of Baobab trees in the world and 6 of them are native to Madagascar? The rest of the world (Australia, Arabia and mainland Africa) only have 1-2 species, which truly makes Madagascar the country of Baobabs. Although, there they prefer to use a different name for the trees: … Read more

When people think of the exotic island of Madagascar they may conjure up visions of aromatic vanilla growing wild in lush jungles, towering baobabs, or of bouncing, singing lemurs from the popular animated movie, but the enigmatic Malagasy culture remains somewhat of a mystery. For instance, did you know that burial and funerary traditions hold … Read more

Antananarivo (Tana) is often a mandatory stopover for anyone visiting Madagascar, the bustling capital city is an interesting mix of the melting pot of cultures that have passed through the island nation. After exploring the Royal Hill of Ambohimanga by bicycle or haggling for unique souvenirs in the Artisanal Market you may have worked up … Read more

Anyone who has seen the animated Madagascar movies will fondly remember the famously zany King Julian. But did you know that lemurs actually form matriarchal societies? This means that instead of having a king as a leader they would have rather had a queen to establish rules and protect their territory. But then filmgoers would … Read more

The northern area of Madagascar is an almost perfect microcosm of the island’s attractions from magnificent beaches, to lush rainforests and striking landscapes of limestone karst known as Tsingy. Also known as the Diana Region, northern Madagascar is home to Diego Suarez and Nosy Be. Diego Suarez is becoming known as an enticing attraction with … Read more

They’ve been around since the dinosaurs and can date their ancestry back to 110 million years ago. These majestic marine animals lay their eggs on land and the hatchlings follow the shimmering light of the moon on the ocean to guide them back to their home… They are Sea turtles! Truly magnificent creatures and Madagascar … Read more

Madagascar branched off of the continent of Africa more than 80 million years ago and over those years evolved to be the unique destination that it is today. The earliest human inhabitants arrived by boat but these days that option is mostly preferred by travellers who are avid sailors. Due to its separation from the continent, overlanding there … Read more

The unique flora and fauna of Madagascar is one of the country’s most popular attractions. The best places to experience the astounding variety of plants and special creatures are in the country’s numerous National Parks and Special Reserves. Because of such extensive diversity you will find these parks all around the country. This month, we’re … Read more

Over the years we have sent many clients and even some of our staff members to the warm and tropical shores of Madagascar to explore the beaches, national parks, and towns that make Madagascar the exotic and vibrant island it is! Personal feedback and lived experiences can often be the most important tool when it comes to selling … Read more

For some, Madagascar is the ultimate dream destination while for others it’s an exotic and practically unheard of locale that merely piques their interest. They may find themselves wondering who exactly Madagascar is for. In this case, travellers will go to their agents requesting information and advice about whether the country is the right destination … Read more

Experience the abundant beauty of both land and sea in Madagascar’s largest national park, Masoala National Park, covering 2,300 square kilometres of lush rainforest as well as three marine parks with breathtaking coral reefs covering a total of 100 square kilometres. Crystal clear water, perfect for kayaking, laps onto golden sand beaches that lead to … Read more