Hiking in Analamanga: an unforgettable walk in Ambatomanga

The hiking season is about to end. For the Analamanga region, we will close the year with a beautiful walk in east of the capital. Destination: Ambatomanga and its famous Iadiana Valley.

A unique getaway to know the history of the place

Ambatomanga is a must-see place just 38km east in of the capital. Like the peripheral highlands, Ambatomanga is a unique site that hides well-preserved historical secrets. You have to go there to know them!

During the next hike, visitors will finally know the peculiarities of this small locality. First there is its valley of Iadiana considered sacred by the villagers, then there are the legendary peaks of Angavokely and Angavobe, revealing impressive and unique heights.

According to the story, Ambatomanga is the border between Imerina and Bezanozano. To the east, you can reach the coastal area occupied by the Betsimisarakas.

Continuing your tour of Ambatomanga, you will reach the village of Ankadimanga which houses the tomb of Ramiangaly, 7th wife of King Andrianampoinimerina. Ankadimanga is a well-preserved locality with a sacred lake and beautiful traditional houses. You have to go through the two large disk-shaped doors to enter the village.

Madagascar and its sacred zebu narrated by the Arte channel

Madagascar no longer leaves international channels indifferent. In October, it is the turn of the Franco-German channel Arte to devote a few hours of reporting on Madagascar and its sacred zebu.

Sacred animal of the big island, the zebu is present in the daily life of the Malagasy, that it is in happiness or in misfortune. At a happy event such as a wedding, family meals served to guests include zebu meat dishes. When the family organizes a special event (exhumation, circumcision or other customs), it is impossible to miss the zebu.

Arte has decided to shoot a special show on the big island in order to better know this craze of Malagasy for this iconic animal. Presenter Linda Lorin was in charge of presenting the show. She took the spectators on the Highlands of Madagascar to show them the place taken by the zebu in the daily life of the Malagasy.

Bird safari to the west: An Unmissable Rendezvous in October and November

Bird lovers? Get ready because the bird safari will take place at the end of October until the beginning of November!  

What is this event? First of all to enhance Madagascar's ornithological wealth and to let the world know that the big island is a destination conducive to birdwatching. According to experts and observers, Madagascar has so far 120 endemic bird species that attract a good number of tourists each year.

Ankarafantsika and its amazing red canyon

The west of Madagascar is not only a vacation spot but also a place of discovery. The province of Majunga has many surprises in both its splendor and its biodiversity that lodges there. In this blog post, we will not focus on the big city in question but rather on Ankarafantsika, an authentic protected area located a hundred km south of Majunga.

A rich fauna and flora heritage

Like all Madagascan protected areas, the Ankarafantsika Park has a rich flora and fauna biodiversity. You will find rare and endemic animal and plant species and a dreamlike landscape that you will not find anywhere else. During your visit, you will meet on the way lemurs, large birds like hawks, or medicinal plants and precious woods.

Whale sharks in the warm waters of Madagascar

The warm waters of Madagascar are beautiful refuges for whale sharks. Let's forget the clownfish and the sea turtles. Let's focus on these big marine mammals that also populate our seas. According to the collaborative project conducted by Madagascar Whale Shark Project since 2015, our big blues identify up to 300 whale sharks, concentrated mainly in the northwestern part of the island.

It is no longer a discovery but rather an absolute reality. The Malagasy seas, especially those in the northwest, are the best shelter for hundreds whale sharks. According to the census, it is the "thousand stars" species called in Malagasy "maro kintana" which are the most identified. This name has been attributed because of their skin full of white dots resembling stars in the firmament.

Harmless whale sharks seducing tourists

Safe for humans, these whale sharks measure more than 18m and attract researchers by their way of feeding. Indeed, when they eat, they ingest more than 600000 liters of water that they filter quickly with its gills to keep in the mouth only small fish and zooplankton. These elements form their main foods, which they need to swallow every hour for a full daily ration.

Discover Madagascar by paragliding flyover with Thomas de Dorlodot

Some of you do not know Thomas or Tom de Dorlodot yet. This man is however well known by the adventurers thanks to his countless expeditions in the air. Not by plane but rather by paragliding.

As he pointed out in his many reports, Madagascar had already attracted his attention for a long time. He wanted to visit at all costs this small piece of land detached from the African continent which offered steep cliffs and a pleasant ocean wind, propitious for paragliding flights.

Discover the west of Madagascar by buggy

Discover the west of Madagascar by car or motorcycle? Yes, you have tried it many times already. And if we bet a little higher by opting for a vehicle not very classic but who will perfectly adapt to the types of land in the west? The buggy for example? Do you know this light all-terrain vehicle, closely resembling the quad and which often has two seats? Testing circuits in the west of Madagascar by buggy are an unparalleled surprise and a strong feeling guaranteed.

Surfing in the Malagasy seas : a good idea!

When we talk about Madagascar, we always think of lemurs, beautiful beaches and landscapes out of the ordinary. From now on, include surfing on your list when speculating on what to do in Madagascar.

If Malagasy are not yet fans of surfing, tourists and researchers are on the lookout for the best spots to visit. Moreover, according to the lovers of the sport who have conducted some research, Madagascar is a dream destination for surf trip.

Overview of the 5 most beautiful islands of Madagascar

Madagascar is a large island located in the Indian Ocean. All around this main island, we can discover small islands that have become real tourist attractions over time. Let's discover in this compilation 5 of these small islands, all different from each other.

Enjoy an extraordinary stay at the Grand Hôtel du Tsingy de Bemaraha

Most of the visitors and customers of Grand Hôtel du Tsingy de Bemaraha are foreign tourists. This does not prevent the Malagasy to stay there with confidence. Many Malagasy clients, eager to know the wealth of their country located in this part of the island, come in large numbers each year. To meet the needs of these visitor profiles, the ecolodge has chosen to offer them various types of accommodation, suitable for both the most demanding tourists and ordinary visitors in search of economical and standard accommodation.

4 good reasons to visit Morondava

If you have not visited Morondava yet, here are 4 good reasons to travel in this locality. Prepare your suitcases now for a breathtaking adventure.

1- To discover the amazing capital of Menabe

Morondava is the capital of the Menabe region located 654km from Antananarivo. The decor here is amazing that it is inevitable to go through the big city before going against the historic places. Like all the metropolises of the big island, Morondava reveals a simple, modest but fulfilling way of life. You will notice at a glance the presence of many shops and stores forming the main sources of economy of the local population. Across the city, street vendors, craft sellers and small hotels line every lane. This is the charm of the city: a place where the concept of "Mora Mora" is omnipresent.