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Madagascar Info |
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• Area: 594,180 sq km
• Capital: Antananarivo (Tana) (pop 588,000)
• Currency: Malagasy Franc
• Climate: : Is hot with sub tropical weather. From November to March it's summer which is also known as hurricane season. From April to October it's winter, its dry and the temperature is mild.
• People: Eighteen major ethnic groups, including Malayo-Indonesian, African, Arab, French, Indian, Creole and Comoran
• Official Language: Malagasy, French
• Time: GMT plus three hours
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Madagascar: Madagascar is an island nation in the Indian Ocean, off the eastern coast of Africa. Madagascar is the 4th largest island in the world. It is the home of five percent of the world's plant and animal species, 80 per cent of them unique to Madagascar. Most famous among those are the lemurs. Madagascar and Mauritania are the only countries not to use a decimal currency. Its teeming fertile forests and geographical isolation have served to preserve and propagate 'nature's design laboratory' in a mix found nowhere else on earth. Madagascar's forests are a shimmering, seething mass of a trillion stems and dripping leaves.
History & Background: The written history of Madagascar began in the seventh century A.D., when Arabs established trading posts along the northwest coast. However, the first people who came to Madagascar were from Southeast Asia, mostly from the Indonesian islands; they arrived in around the fourth century CE, probably via East Africa. This explains the Malagasy features which are a mixture of Asian (Austronesian) and African, as well as of the Arabs who came later. Because of tropical storms which commonly affect the coast, some early settlers left the coast and went to live in the centre of the island in the mountains where the weather is cooler and less windy. The people who live in the mountains today have preserved many of the Asian features.
Scheduled and Tailor - Made Safaris: Madagascar is a unique beach and island safari destination off the Africa coast. Below you will find numerous small group, maximum 10 client safaris that Jenman African Safaris runs in and around Madagascar. You can join one of our scheduled camping or lodge safaris or if you'd like, one of our experienced travel consultants can tailor-make a private safari to meet your departure date, time period, group size and budget. There are so many options available to the adventurous traveler, from a cultural tour, to a beach holiday through to the many special interest tours like, scuba diving, birding, kite surfing, surfing, fishing etc. We can help you with all your travel arrangements inclusive of flights.
Best Time to travel: With Monsoon time from December through to March the best time to travel to Madagascar is in general February to December. Madagascar has two seasons: a hot, rainy season from November to April; and dry season with a cooler temperature from May to October. There is, however, great variation in climate owing to elevation and position relative to dominant winds. The east coast has a subequatorial climate and, being most directly exposed to the trade winds, has the heaviest rainfall, averaging as much as 3.5 meters annually. Because rain clouds discharge much of their moisture east of the highest elevations on the island, the central highlands are appreciably drier and, owing to the altitude, also cooler. The dry season in the highlands is pleasant and sunny, although somewhat chilly, especially in the mornings. During this time, the blue skies of the central highlands are considered by many to be among the clearest and most beautiful in the world.
The west coast is drier than either the east coast or the central highlands because the trade winds lose their humidity by the time they reach this region. The south-west and the extreme south are semi-desert; as little as one-third of a meter of rain falls annually at Toliara (Tulear).
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| Main Safari Attractions in Madagascar |
• Parc National de Montagne d'Ambre
• Réserve Naturelle Intégrale des Tsingy de Bemaraha
• Parc National de Isalo
• Andasibe National Park
• Ranomafana National Park
• Antananarivo (The Capital)
• Nosy Be
• Sainte Marie
• Antsiranana (Diego Suarez)
• Tamatave (Toamasina)
• Fianarantsoa
• Toliara (Tuléar)
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|  | 1000 Views of Madagascar Safari
11 days at USD1115 pp
On this hotel accommodated tour you have the opportunity to explore the highlights of the world's 4th largest island - Madagascar.
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|  | Madagascar Dhow Camping Trip
8 days at USD805 pp
An 7 or 8 Day Island-hopping Dhow Camping Trip around the islands off Nosy Be.
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|  | Luxurious Island Hopping Nosy Be and Nosy Iranja
6 days at USD2970 pp
Experience the remoteness of Madagascar with a touch of luxury. Palm fringed white sandy beaches and crystal blue waters await you on the islands of Nosy Be and Nosy Iranja. You will be staying in two of the most exclusive lodges Madagascar has to offer while enjoying Madagascar's friendly atmosphere and sunshine. Relax at the pool or take a swim in the warm Indian Ocean. Both Lodges have additionally exciting activities and excursions on offer.
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|  | Diego Suarez & Amber Mountain National Park
4 days at USD455 pp
If you are looking for an activity-packed holiday, spending time at the world's widest bay and experiencing a lush, green Rainforest, which is filled with life - then this is for you. You will start your holiday in Diego-Suarez, where your hotel has activities like kitesurfing, quadbiking and fishing on offer. We then take you to Montagne d'Ambre (Amber Mountain National Park) to experience the life of the rainforest including lemurs, chameleons, waterfalls and crater lakes.
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|  | Madagascar East
8 days at USD540 pp
On a small group accommodated tour you'll see the beautiful east of Madagascar. Get in touch with the Indri lemurs, the largest of the lemur species, as well as brown lemurs and bamboo lemurs. Also explore the wonderful island paradise, Sainte Marie - the charming 57 km-long island on the east of Madagascar.
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|  | Madagascar Masoala
8 days at USD685 pp
On this tour you'll experience places with a beautiful riverine scenery where the scent of vanilla and cloves fills the air. During your walks through the forests you will see reptiles, birds, lemurs and orchids as well as rare and unique species such as the green lizard, the red owl, the tomato frog or the serpent eagle. It also offers excellent opportunities for sea kayaking and snorkelling.
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|  | Madagascar North
8 days at USD1160 pp
Experience the remoteness and beauty of Madagascar's north! This package brings you to one of the most beautiful National Parks Madagascar has to offer - the Montagne d'Ambre National Park with its different kind of lemurs, chameleons, waterfalls and crater lakes. You will also see breathaking rock formations called the Tsingy in Ankarana National Park before enjoying the beach-island feel on the well-known island Nosy Be.
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|  | Madagascar South and Morondava
15 days at USD925 pp
Explore the real Madagascar, its people and its scenery while travelling by car along Madagascar's roads from the capital Antananarivo to the white sandy beaches along the south-western coastline. See various lemurs, chameleons and birds while visiting several well-known national parks and go to colourful markets in the smaller towns along the road. Once you have reached the coast you will be spoilt by endless seeming white beaches and crystal blue warm water. The coastal vibe will invite you to relax for the last 4 days of your trip!
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|  | Madagascar Tsingy
15 days at USD530 pp
Have you ever seen a stone forest? Or even better - a spikey stone Forest? This tour take you to one of the most incredible Highlights of Madagascar - to the Big Tsingy in the North-West of Madagascar. Hike through the Nationalpark and experience the different vegitation and animals before heading to the famous Baobab Alley, where you will see some of the world's tallest Baobab Trees.
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|  | Madagascar Andasibe Package
4 days at USD290 pp
Andasibe National Park is propably the most famous National Park in Madagascar. A perfect stopover for every traveller wanting to experience Madagascar's endemic wildlife and lush rainforests. Hear the loud call of the Indri and spot well camouflaged chameleons.
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|  | Madagascar Fort Dauphin
4 days at USD360 pp
Experience the South-East of Madagascar. This package includes a stay in the Berentry reserve which is famous for its dancing lemurs. Keep your camera close so you don't miss out on excellent photo opportunities. Fort Dauphin also offers white sandy beaches and is a well-known surfspot.
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|  | Madagascar Island Hopping
7 days at USD990 pp
Have great fun on a 7-day Island Hopping exploration from Nosy Be through to Nosy Verona. Discover the Island of Lemurs (Nosy Komba) and enjoy a walk around the stunning beaches.
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|  | Madagascar Ile St. Marie Holiday
7 days at USD390 pp
Ile Saint Marie is a perfect location for everybody who would prefer to spend some time on a small island with a relaxing atmosphere. Enjoy the amazing beaches and the great variety of activities offered by this awesome island!
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|  | Madagascar 4x4 to the deep South
15 days at USD1450 pp
Explore the deep South with a 4x4 car for 15 days and plunge into a real adventure. During the trip you'll get the chance to investigate the Ranomafana, the Isalo and the Tsimanampetsotsa National Park with their biodiversity of plants and animals.
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|  | Madagascar Relais & Chateau Exclusive Holiday
8 days at USD2665 pp
A 7 night exclusive Beach Holiday in Anjajavy, an island off Madagascar.
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|  | Madagascar Nosy Be Beach Package
5 days at USD400 pp
An 8-Day 7-night Package on the Madagascan Island of Nosy Be. The days you spend on the beautiful Madagascian Island Nosy Be, offers you beautiful beaches, various watersport activities and a cultural experience.
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