Combined Palissandre Coast & the Virgin Islands
Combined Palissandre Coast & the Virgin Islands
Luxury Beach & Forest Lodge
High Spirit Lodges
16 Days & 15 Nights
Discover an island of travel: MADAGASCAR or the Red Island
MADAGASCAR or the red island is large in its area and diversity, so there are many things to see but also to do. We suggest a tip to our travelers, is to choose a tour adapted to their expectations, their desires and their tastes in order to optimize his time and discover the treasures of our island Madagascar. Our team of experts from the agency ChrisMiaToursMada is waiting for you, will make a priority and pleasure the processing of your request, from the design to the realization. Madagascar has its secrets we reveal them for you. In this package, we will take you on a journey to the “East Coast of the island”: the Palissandre coast where we will discover, between Canal and Ocean, a wild nature, deserted beach, a flora and fauna breathtaking, 5 stars. We will end up on the coast of the virgin islands in the north of Madagascar.
Tamatave, our Malagasy Venice, a city tours to make you discover the secrets, the history of our port city so coveted. On board the only floating hotel of the Pangalanes, a private cruise, this feeling of being alone at the end of the world accompanied by his half, precious moments. From Tamatave, we will embark for Ankanin’ny nofy literally translated as «dream nest», a cruise to the image of your love, unique and exceptional. A professional staff, an immersion in Betsimisaraka culture, exchanges and sharing with our fishermen. In Ankanin’ny nofy, in this enchanting setting, is nestled: this private nature reserve Le Palmarium. It contains 100,000 endemic palm trees, and several species of lemurs. A ride to the rhythm of the «mora mora» all smooth and pleasant to two. We will meet lemurs, the: «Varecia» these black and white lemurs, the macaco lemurs that we also find in the north of the island, they are affectionate and greedy and our must «le Babakoto or the Indri l’indri», the largest and most fascinating of this species. A photo break is necessary to immortalize these unforgettable moments in duo. Our Chef Bonne Chance will delight your taste buds with fresh and local products from the region. Candlelight dinner, romantically on the edge of Ampitabe lake with legends, a magical place.
We will finish on a seaside note, NosyKomba, the island of Lemurs, is the most beautiful of the islands of the archipelago of Nosy Be that stretch between the northwest coast of Madagascar and the Mozambique channel.
Nosy Komba is an ancient volcano covered with a dense forest, extended by fine sandy beaches stretching gently to the ocean. This paradise island is also the meeting point of an extraordinary fauna and flora, living in perfect harmony with some fishing villages, True artisans of traditional pirogues and women embroidering pretty coloured tablecloths.
Tsara Komba Luxury Beach and Forest Lodge is ideally located between the forest and the ocean, so you will fully benefit from this exceptional environment.
Listening to your personal passions, your desires of curious explorers or singular moments incredibly romantic…
A tailor-made tour, cooked by us according to your desires, mixing your desires of romance, nature, adventure and ultimate luxury.
DAY 1: PARIS / ANTANANARIVO(VEN 23-09-2022):
Warm welcome by our agent at the airport and transfer to the hotel.
Dinner and overnight stay at Maison Gallieni.
DAY 2: ANTANANARIVO (SAT 24-09-2022):
Breakfast. We will visit the city of Antananarivo, the capital of Madagascar. Antananarivo is a true concentration of what our island can offer in an urban setting. The “City of a Thousand,” as its name suggests, has beautiful surprises in store for us. Visit to the “Rova,” a palace from the royal era.
Lunch on your own. Afternoon relaxation.
Dinner and overnight stay at Gallieni’s house.
DAY 3: ANTANANARIVO / TAMATAVE (FLIGHT TZ 18:25 19:25) SUN 25.09.2022:
Breakfast. We are leaving for the visit to the Croc farm, a wildlife park on the way to the airport, where we can see crocodiles, lemurs, and baobabs. Free lunch. Transfer to the airport and flight to Tamatave.
Dinner and overnight stay at the Calypso Hotel.
DAY 4: TAMATAVE / ANKANIN NY NOFY 4 hours of navigation Reine Tina (MON 26-09-2022):
After breakfast, at 8 AM we will visit the city of Tamatave, starting at the Alliance Française, a cultural center whose building previously belonged to the Bang family and was known in the past as Maison Bang. Then, we will head to Place Bien Aimée with its gigantic Banyan trees, followed by the Column Square and its buildings dating from the colonial period. We will pass through the Bazary-Be artisan market, fragrant with spices and filled with colorful art objects.
9:30 AM Transfer to the Queen Tina dock for Ankanin’ny nofy, a true “dream nest.”
Onboard the only floating hotel on the Pangalanes Canal, privatized, with personalized services in harmony, exceptional moments await. A stop at the village of Ambodisaina, some colonial remnants, an old Creole house, the ruins of Ivondro. The Betsimisaraka culture places importance on ancestor worship; our senior guide will tell you about “The Sacred Trees,” a visit to these trees, a mystical and romantic excursion at the same time.
Arrival at Ankanin’ny nofy, folkloric welcome, tropical decor, candlelit dinner by Lake Ampitabe, an unforgettable evening for two.
Dinner by the lake, and overnight stay at the Palmarium Lodge.
DAY 5: ANKANIN NY NOFY (MAR 27-09-2022) :
After breakfast, The mosquito spray, put on your sneakers, we will set off for a walk in the Palmarium Park. This unmissable reserve, situated on 50 hectares between the Indian Ocean and Lake Ampitabe, guarantees that we will encounter several species of lemurs including the hybrid macaco lemur, the variegated lemur, as well as the “indri indri,” our famous and celebrated “babakoto” in the wild, moments of emotion.
Dinner and overnight stay at the Palmarium Lodge.
DAY 6: ANKANIN’NY NOFY / MANAMBATO (WED 28-09-2022) :
Breakfast. We will board the Queen Tina to reach Manambato, Lake Rasoabe. Lunch on board.
Dinner on board the Reine Tina and overnight stay at the acacias.
DAY 7: MANAMBATO / ANTANANARIVO Trail + road 5H(THU 29.09.2022) :
Breakfast. In a 4×4 car, to reach the capital.
Dinner and overnight stay at the San Cristobal Hotel.
DAY 8: ANTANANARIVO / NOSY BE (FLIGHT TZ 11:45 13:25) FRI-30-09-2022 :
After breakfast, flight to Nosy Be. Welcome at Fascène and transfer to the hotel l’Heure Bleue.
Afternoon relaxation, the sun will be there.
Dinner and overnight stay at the Blue Hour.
Day 9: Nosy Be / Nosy Komba Tsara Komba Luxury and Beach Forest Private boat 40 min (SAM 01.10.2022) :
After breakfast, early morning departure for Nosy Komba. Nosy Komba is the link between Nosy Be, the famous perfume island, and the mainland of Madagascar.
This magnificent mountain culminating at 622 meters, covered with a dense and thick tropical forest, and strangely resembling a gigantic turtle shell, is surrounded by volcanic rocks, which protect it from the angry waters. The lemur island is also called Nosy Ambariovato, which means the island surrounded by rocks. Many small beaches and emerald-colored water make Nosy Komba a small jewel of nature. It is home to many families of Makis, a variety of lemur also called Macaco. Without cars, without electricity, tranquility reigns and would not want to be disturbed in any way. Attractive as much by its nature as by the gentle way of life of its inhabitants, it bewitches each of us
Diner and nuitée à TsaraKomba Beach and Forest Lodge.
DAY 10: KOMBA ISLAND TANIKELY ISLAND Tsara Komba Luxury and Beach Forest (SUN 02.10.2022) :
After breakfast, we take the private boat and head for NosyTanikely the neighboring island, “island of the small land” uninhabited, a real natural aquarium. Lunch Grilled seafood. The marine reserve of NosyTanikely, thanks to the abundant corals, offers an exceptional biodiversity, of which several underwater species have taken up residence
Diner and nuitée à TsaraKomba Beach and Forest Lodge.
DAY 11: KOMBA ISLAND IRANJA ISLAND Tsara Komba Luxury and Beach Forest (MON 03.10.2022) :
After breakfast, early in the morning, we take the private boat to NosyIranja. It’s like a dream, it’s a very beautiful island, the sand is white, it’s just breathtaking. Island two hours from Nosybe. A touch of sand in the middle of the sea. NosyIranja is made up of two small islets: NosyIranja Be and NosyIranjaKely. These pieces of land are connected by a thin stretch of sand 2 km long. At low tide, you will fully enjoy the place, but watch out for the rising tide! You will be enchanted by the beauty of the landscapes, the turquoise blue water surrounding the lagoon which reflects the sunlight and makes the sea sparkle. A peaceful place
Dinner and overnight stay at the Gallieni house.
DAY 12: KOMBA ISLAND Tsara Komba Luxury and Beach Forest:
Breakfast. Duo massage. Relax with wonderful massages using essential oils from Madagascar: Ylang Ylang, Lemongrass and Lavandin to soothe and relax sore muscles. Eucalyptus, Peppermint, Niaouli and Ravintsara to energize and activate energies. Cypress, Eucalyptus, Geranium, Ginger to relax the body. Cinnamon, Pink Berry, Cypress and Eucalyptus to improve skin tone and slim down…
Your hands and feet will also be pampered, nothing like it to regain tone and lightness. Comfortably installed on the private terrace of your Lodge, facing the view of the bay… you will experience pure delight.
Dinner and overnight stay at TsaraKomba Beach and Forest Lodge.
DAY 13: NOSY KOM :
Breakfast.
Free day. Lunch.
Dinner and overnight stay at TsaraKomba Beach and Forest Lodge.
DAY 14: NOSY KOMBA / NOSY BE 40 min private boat:
After breakfast, you will take the boat to Nosy Be.
We will start with Lemuria Land Parc, a natural and botanical reserve, where there is an old distillery, the SPPM Société des Produits à Parfum de Madagascar, founded in 1889 by the missionary fathers, we will visit the factory where the ylang ylang flower, an emblematic product of Nosybe, or Ravintsara, Eucalyptus and Patchouli are distilled, which offer essential oils with exceptional virtues and perfumes, which you will find in the factory shop. A short tour of the old rum factory, with its copper-tinted vats, and its 50°C rum. At the end of the day, we will admire the sunset at Mont Passot, known under the Malagasy name of Bongo Pisa, it is one of the highest peaks of Nosy Be; an altitude of 326m, a panoramic view, take your best pictures
Diner and nuitée à l’heure Bleue.
DAY 15: NOSY BE / ANTANANARIVO FLIGHT TZ 4:30 p.m. 6:10 p.m. :
Breakfast. Transfer to Fascène and flight to Antananarivo. Welcome in Antananarivo, and installation at the San Cristobal hotel, car at your disposal for last souvenir purchases.
DAY 16: ANTANANARIVO / PARIS :
Breakfast. Transfer to Fascène and flight to Antananarivo.
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Côte Palissandre + BLUE HOUR & TSARA KOMBA LODGE 2022