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Discover the Secluded Beauty a Madagascar Holiday OffersMadagascar is a study in contrasts. It’s the fourth largest island in the world but is little known, even among seasoned travelers. Fewer than 30,000 people visit annually, most of whom are not tourists but relatives returning to see their families. This gives Madagascar a timeless quality and makes it fascinating to adventurers who like going off the beaten track.Clocking in at half the size of nearby South Africa with …

Discover the Secluded Beauty a Madagascar Holiday Offers

Madagascar is a study in contrasts. It’s the fourth largest island in the world but is little known, even among seasoned travelers. Fewer than 30,000 people visit annually, most of whom are not tourists but relatives returning to see their families. This gives Madagascar a timeless quality and makes it fascinating to adventurers who like going off the beaten track.

Clocking in at half the size of nearby South Africa with a sizable population of about 20 million people, Madagascar is also rightfully known as the ‘Galapagos of the Indian Ocean’ because it is thought that at least 80 to 90 percent of the fauna and flora found here are endemic, meaning they are found nowhere else in the world. It is one of only a handful of official world Biodiversity Hotspots with an enviable list of wildlife wonders for safari goers such as a hundred species of lemur, six species of baobab, and plenty of national parks and protected areas.

Because Madagascar is so big - about twice the size of Arizona, 45 percent larger than California, or bigger than Spain, Sweden, and Germany! - work with your Africa Safari Expert to pick and choose what you really want to see and do if you don't have the time or budget to experience it all. Consider adding one beach area as an 'add on' to a mainland African safari or choosing at most three national parks to combine into a tailor-made itinerary.

Madagascar will appeal to those who’ve been to Africa before and are now looking for new places to explore away from the crowds. It offers an enviable combination of diving, snorkeling, hiking, and sightseeing in an array of natural beauty spots.

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The Antsiranana Bay is a beautiful body of water more than 50 metres deep

A famous island, situated within the Indian Ocean, a trip to Madagascar will make you come close to lush natural landscapes, diverse animal life, and a rich cultural heritage. Although it is estimated that the majority (above 90%) of Madagascar's forests have been eradicated, travelers can still take excursions through the forests that remain and maybe even spot the famous ring-tailed lemur! Check out these lush forests if you are planning a holiday to Madagascar, and you may find out the inspiration behind the animated movie.

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Go kayaking and fishing. Travelers can schedule kayaking tours led by guides. This is a popular way to see a good portion of Madagascar. Also, it is a great place for deep-sea fishing. Get away from the crowded beaches and go after some King Mackerel!
Plan a wildlife excursion. What better way to get a taste of the wildlife home to Madagascar? Although some of the roads have been for too long unattended, you may get a chance to spot a lemur, an animal endemic to Madagascar.
See the Baobab trees. This grove of mystical Baobab trees are sometimes over 800 years old, and beyond worthy of being caught on camera.

Travel Tips

For a good meal on a budget, check out some of the local marketplaces. A simple yet satisfying dish of chicken and rice with a vegetable side can be purchased for cheap.
Check out some local and informative podcasts. It's always surprising how much can be learned by tuning into a local’s podcast. This is a great way to get the inside scoop on the country you're visiting.
Be conscious of how you dress and be careful not to ‘flaunt’ your possessions.
Another way of not standing out is to pay for things with smaller bills. Doing so when you're out to eat or buying some souvenirs is a good way to not display exuberant wealth.

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