25 Apr 2027Ends 6 May 2027
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Tsingy, Baobabs and Beaches
MorondavaIfaty
The west of Madagascar changes character as you travel south. Limestone passages and high viewpoints in the Tsingy give way to Kirindy’s dry forest, the Avenue of the Baobabs and fishing villages along the coast. We begin in Morondava and finish in Ifaty, with time in Belo sur Mer, Andavadoaka and Ambatomilo along the way.
Activity levelModerate overallGreat Tsingy is a strenuous walking and climbing day, with uneven rock, narrow passages, exposed sections and a suspended bridge. Careful footing and comfort with heights matter. Please discuss your suitability with us before booking.
Who travels with usSolo travellers, couples and friendsSingle, double or twin rooms. We do not offer room sharing.
InclusionsAll inclusive small group tourAccommodation, listed meals, programme transport, guiding and scheduled activities. Drinks and discretionary tips excluded.
Price per personFrom €3,147€3,547 single room · €3,147 double or twin room
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Day by day
Your route from Morondava to Ifaty
Driving times are approximate and depend on road, river and ferry conditions. Some journeys take most of the day. Wildlife sightings cannot be guaranteed.
Meet the WAU team at Morondava airport and transfer to your hotel. Settle in and talk through the journey ahead, including tomorrow’s overland drive to Bekopaka. This is an arrival and overnight day, with the Avenue of the Baobabs visit planned for the return from Kirindy later in the route.
Morondava airport welcomeHotel transferJourney briefing- Accommodation
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Leave Morondava by 4x4 for Bekopaka, joining the western route overland. Expect remote tracks and river crossings on the approach to the limestone country. Road and ferry conditions set the pace, with most of the day spent on the journey.
Join the group in Bekopaka after their Tsiribihina river section. Your journey today is by road and does not include the three day Tsiribihina cruise. Reach Bekopaka for a hotel overnight before exploring the Manambolo gorge and Small Tsingy tomorrow.
Overland 4x4 journeyWestern tracks and river crossingsBekopaka overnight- Accommodation
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Begin near Bekopaka with a boat trip into the Manambolo gorge. Limestone walls rise beside the river, and cave visits reveal stalactites and stalagmites. Listen for birds as you move through the gorge and take time to look at the rock formations.
Back on land, explore Small Tsingy, close to the village. The walking route threads through a limestone maze, passing pachypodiums and viewpoints over the formations. Despite the name, this is uneven terrain, with narrow passages and steps up and down. Follow your guide’s pace and footing advice as you work through the rock passages, then return to the hotel in Bekopaka.
Manambolo gorge and cavesSmall Tsingy limestone passagesViewpoints and pachypodiums- Accommodation
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Set off early for Great Tsingy, around 17 km from Bekopaka but roughly an hour away on the access track. The guided route begins in forest, where birds and lemurs may be seen, before reaching the limestone formations.
This is a strenuous walking and climbing day on sharp, uneven rock, with narrow passages, exposed sections and a suspended bridge on the route. It calls for careful footing and comfort with heights, and will not suit every traveller. Your guide sets the pace according to the group and trail conditions. From the higher viewpoints, look across the limestone pinnacles before making your way back and returning to Bekopaka.
Great Tsingy limestone pinnaclesStrenuous guided walking and climbingSuspended bridge and viewpoints- Accommodation
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Expect a long, bumpy travel day from Bekopaka to Kirindy Forest. The route covers about 150 km but takes around eight hours, with rough roads and two river crossings slowing progress. Stops in villages break up the journey as the limestone country gives way to the dry woodland of western Madagascar.
After arrival and time to settle in, head out with a local guide for a night walk in Kirindy. Look for small nocturnal lemurs and other animals active after dark. Fosa also live here, but they are elusive and a sighting is never certain. The night is spent at a hotel near the forest.
Long 4x4 travel dayTwo river crossingsGuided Kirindy night walk- Accommodation
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Return to Kirindy in daylight to see a different side of the dry forest. Birds are active in the trees, and your guide will help you look for lemurs, including sifakas. Wildlife sightings vary, so there is time to pause and watch as you walk.
Continue towards Morondava, about 70 km away with roughly two hours of driving. Stop to see the intertwined trunks of the Baobabs in Love, then visit the Avenue of the Baobabs in the late afternoon. Walk among the trees as the light changes towards sunset before continuing to your hotel in Morondava.
Kirindy daytime forest walkBaobabs in LoveSunset at the Avenue of the Baobabs- Accommodation
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Head south on sandy tracks towards Belo sur Mer, a journey of about 100 km and around four hours. River crossings are part of the route, including the Kabatomena and Maharivo, and road conditions influence the pace. It is a slower drive than the distance might suggest.
Belo sur Mer is a fishing village surrounded by mangroves, with stretches of rock and sand along the coast. Sailing pirogues come and go from the beach as the day’s work continues. The afternoon is set aside for time by the sea, so you can stretch your legs on the beach or simply rest after the drive.
Sandy coastal tracksBelo sur Mer fishing villageFree afternoon by the sea- Accommodation
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This is the longest coastal travel day: approximately 300 km and around eleven hours on the road. Set out for Manja through dry savannah and thorny bush, with baobabs and small villages along the way. Expect much of the day to be spent in the vehicle.
The route continues towards Morombe before a final sandy track of about 45 km leads to Andavadoaka. Baobabs stand against the dry landscape, and the sea comes back into view as you approach the coast. Arrival is towards the end of the day, with the evening left for dinner and rest at the hotel.
Full coastal travel dayBaobab and thorn bush countryEvening arrival in Andavadoaka- Accommodation
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Enjoy a free morning in Andavadoaka after yesterday’s long drive. There is time to sit by the sea or take a beach stroll before continuing south to Ambatomilo. The journey is about 40 km on sandy tracks, usually around one and a half to two hours.
The coastal road passes Vezo villages, with views towards the ocean. Look out for baobabs along the way, including trees whose bark carries patterns of lichen and weathering. Arrive in Ambatomilo and settle into your hotel, with a full day here tomorrow and no need to pack up again in the morning.
Free morning in AndavadoakaCoastal villages and baobabsAmbatomilo arrival- Accommodation
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A full day is left free in Ambatomilo, with no scheduled drive or guided excursion. Walk along the white sand, find a place to read or watch the Vezo fishing pirogues beyond the reef. If you choose to swim, follow local advice on sea conditions.
Stay for another night at the same hotel and enjoy a day without moving on.
Full day at leisureAmbatomilo beachAnother night at the same hotel- Accommodation
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Continue south along the coast to Ifaty, about 100 km away and around three hours by road. The route runs through dunes and dry forest, with baobabs of different shapes and sizes and small villages along the way. Between the trees and dunes, there are views back towards the sea.
The afternoon in Ifaty is free. Spend time on the beach, watch fishing pirogues returning to shore or rest at the hotel. Swimming depends on local conditions. For travellers continuing inland, this is the last coastal overnight before the route turns towards Ranohira; other journeys finish here after breakfast tomorrow.
Dunes and coastal dry forestRoadside baobabsFree afternoon in Ifaty- Accommodation
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Enjoy breakfast in Ifaty before your tour ends. There is no overnight stay included today. WAU can help arrange extra nights on the coast or an onward connection separately if you would like to continue your stay.
Breakfast in IfatyOnward travel- Accommodation
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Questions about Tsingy, Baobabs and Beaches
Where does the tour start and finish?
We meet you at Morondava airport on Day 1. The tour ends after breakfast in Ifaty on Day 12. An onward airport transfer is not listed in this itinerary, so ask us about separate arrangements before booking flights.
Does this tour include the Tsiribihina river cruise?
No. You travel from Morondava to Bekopaka by 4x4 and join the group after its river section. The Manambolo boat trip on Day 3 is a different experience and is included.
How demanding is Great Tsingy?
Moderate is the overall activity level. Great Tsingy is a strenuous walking and climbing day, with uneven rock, narrow passages, exposed sections and a suspended bridge. Careful footing and comfort with heights matter. Please discuss your suitability with us before booking.
What does all inclusive mean on this tour?
Accommodation, listed meals, programme transport, guiding and the scheduled itinerary activities are included. Drinks and discretionary tips are extra. Ask us to clarify flights, transfers, extra nights and anything not listed before booking.
Can I have my own room?
Yes. Choose a single room, or a double or twin room for people travelling together. We do not arrange room sharing.
Are departures guaranteed?
We offer guaranteed departures for our small group tours. Ask us to confirm the applicable conditions and your chosen departure’s arrangements before booking flights. A departure guarantee is not a promise that travel cannot be disrupted. Private tours and extensions require separate confirmation.
How do payment and cancellation work?
Choose your departure and room type to see the current price and payment details. Read the Terms of Service for deposit requirements, balance deadlines, cancellation and name change conditions. Ask us to clarify anything you are unsure about before booking.
Can I stay longer at the beach?
We can help arrange extra nights on the coast or an onward connection separately. The group tour ends after breakfast in Ifaty, and no further overnight is included.