Duration: 12 Days, including 9 Days on the Motorcycle, 11 Nights
Route: 1,913 km on Road and Track
Type: Road Trip
Motorcycles: KTM Adventure 790 R 2019
Region: Southwest
Difficulty: Moderate in the dry season, challenging in the rainy season
From the highlands to the savannas of the West, baobab trees, Kirindy, and the track to the world-famous Tsingy of Bemaraha are all to be experienced on this tour.
Due to Madagascar's low road density, an extraordinary network of tracks has emerged. With an area as large as France and Belgium combined, every city and village in Madagascar is connected to an extensive network of tracks hundreds of kilometers long. With five thousand kilometers of coastline and seven peaks over 2,000 meters high, mountains and desert - Madagascar is an absolute blast!
Welcome to our complete Baobab & Tsingy of Bemaraha Tour!
- Rental of the motorcycle (including fuel), KTM Adventure 790 R 2019
- All-inclusive motorcycle guide (shared by riders)
- Accommodation in a double or twin room with half board (excluding drinks)
- Picnics for lunch
- Entrance and guide fees to parks included in the program
- Support vehicle (4x4 or minibus) with driver and fuel (shared by riders)
- Airport/hotel/garage transfers
International flight ticket - Personal insurance for the rider - Drinks - Souvenirs - Tips - Tickets for parks and nature reserves not included in the program, etc.
Day 1: Arrival in AntananarivoUpon your arrival at Ivato International Airport, our team will warmly welcome you and transfer you to your hotel. Villa Sibylle is a private guesthouse located near the airport, surrounded by a tropical garden. Relax after your flight and enjoy your first dinner in Madagascar with an overnight stay at the guesthouse. |
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Day 2: From Antananarivo to AmpefyDistance: 100 miles (160 km) on asphalt and dirt roads It's time to meet your motorcycle and your guide. Get ready for your first ride: leaving the bustling and somewhat chaotic streets of Antananarivo, you'll ride on a good road amidst majestic mountains and rice fields heading west. Along the way, you can visit the fascinating Lemur Park. Around Ampefy, you'll have the opportunity to discover the Itasy Lake, volcanoes, geysers, and waterfalls. Dinner and overnight stay at the Farihy Hotel. |
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Day 3: From Ampefy to AntsirabeDistance: 93 miles (150 km) on asphalt and dirt roads On the third Day, you will experience the unique thrill of driving on both roads and tracks. You will pass through beautiful landscapes with rice fields dotted with villages featuring typical architecture. After this long journey, you will arrive in Antsirabe in the afternoon. Antsirabe is the highest city in the country, sitting at an altitude of around 1600 meters. The city boasts stunning lakes of volcanic origin. Enjoy dinner and spend the night at Hotel Chambres du Voyageur. |
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Day 4: From Antsirabe to MiandrivazoDay trip of 224 km of asphalt roads After completing the highest point of this tour on the highlands, you will begin your descent towards the west coast. The temperature quickly rises as you continue, reaching Miandrivazo just 220 km from Antsirabe, the highest city in the country. This city is known as one of the hottest in the country. Here, the Mahajilo river flows by, which later becomes the Tsiribihina river, one of the most important rivers in Madagascar. |
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Day 5 - Miandrivazo to MorondavaDay stage of 286 km Asphalt This day will take you to the first coastal city on the Mozambique Channel, Morondava. The landscape of high plateaus gives way to arid steppes, dotted here and there with the first baobab trees of the road trip. We will then continue on the well-maintained highway through a savannah-like landscape all the way down to Morondava, where we will arrive in the afternoon. Located right by the sea, this is the center of the Sakalava tribe of Menabe. |
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Day 6 - Morondava - BekopakaDay Trip of 200 km Track This day on 100% track will take you through the famous Baobab Alley and the Kirindy Reserve to Bakopaka, a stopover before the Tsingy of Bemaraha. Continue to Tsimafana, then cross the Tsiribihina River by ferry to Belo sur Tsiribihina. Continue to Bekopaka on mostly sandy tracks, through dry forest, savannah, and occasionally spotting Baobab trees. Just before arriving in Bekopaka, take a short ferry transfer across the Manambolo River. Overnight at the hotel. |
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Day 7 - Tsingy of BemarahaTsingy is the Malagasy word for "tiptoeing," and the almost impenetrable labyrinth of limestone needles justifies this name. The canyons, gorges, untouched forests, lakes, and mangrove swamps of the reserve boast an astonishing richness of fauna and flora, not fully documented yet. The endemism rate is about 85%, with 47% being locally endemic. The duration and difficulty of the hike will be discussed and decided on-site. Overnight stay at the same hotel. |
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Day 8 - Bekopaka to MorondavaJourney of 200 km off-road Departure after breakfast towards Morondava, first crossing the Manambolo River on the small ferry, then driving to Belo sur Tsiribihina. Crossing the Tsiribihina River by ferry, and then passing through the Baobab Alley, just before sunset, a magical moment! Continue to Morondava and overnight stay at the hotel. |
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Day 9 - Morondava Rest DayAfter all these kilometers, you will enjoy a well-deserved rest day at the hotel. Morondava is an infinitely relaxed coastal town with sandy streets and a gently decaying ambiance. In the town itself, there isn't much to do or see, but nearby attractions include the famous Avenue of the Baobabs. |
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Day 10- From Morondava to AntsirabeDay trip of 484 km on the road Start early for this long journey from the Mozambique Channel to the highest city in Madagascar. Lunch in Miandrivazo and continue driving to Antsirabe where you will arrive in the afternoon. |
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Day 11 - Antsirabe to AntananarivoDay trip of 170 km road After spending a long time in nature, in the heat of the west and along the seemingly endless baobab and thorn forests of the west coast, it is very pleasant to feel the cool air of the highlands. This final stage of this extraordinary tour gives guests a different perspective than at the beginning, where the same route was traveled in the opposite direction. These were the first impressions of Madagascar, around 2000km full of unforgettable experiences have been traveled since then. |
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Day 12 - Return Flight or Extension TourIf time allows, there are still plenty of options available to enjoy this last day in Madagascar. We will take you to the airport in time, as the return flight is usually after midnight. You will appreciate the option of a "Dayuse" at the hotel, allowing you to prepare everything peacefully before your flight. |
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Day ChecklistPlease keep your luggage under 45 lbs weight (equivalent to 20 kg) Bags: An ideal option is a duffel bag, or a hiking backpack (without a steel rod) will also work. You can secure your bag with a padlock. Don't forget to label your bag with your address and the address of your vacation destination in Madagascar. A small 20-liter backpack is perfect for carrying daily essentials like a camera and sunscreen. A mattress will be provided at the accommodations. If you prefer more comfort, please bring an additional foam mattress. Beds, mattresses, and blankets will be available on-site. Additional comforts like pillows are up to each traveler to bring themselves.Clothing and Personal Equipment:Two lightweight pants, four shirts (including long-sleeve for sun protection), a swimsuit, sweater or jacket for cold nights, sunglasses, hat, lightweight sports shoes, flip-flops, flashlight with batteries.Special Motorcycle Gear:Motorcycle boots or waterproof hiking shoes are highly recommended, lightweight leather or synthetic motorcycle jacket, rain gear, gloves, helmet. |
Experience a 12-day Motorcycle Trip ‘In the Shadow of the Tsingy of Bemaraha’, covering 1,913 km across Southwest Madagascar’s expansive tracks. Tour includes thrilling rides on a KTM Adventure 790 R 2019, road and track exploration from highlands to savannas, and mesmerizing views of baobab trees and Kirindy. Brace yourself for an unparalleled adventure over Madagascar’s diverse terrain.