Ankarufantsika National Park
Ankarafantsika is a fantastic reserve, it is 13,000 hectares of dry deciduous forest and contains an abundance of wildlife of all kinds, in addition there is a well organised trail system through the national park offering visitors the best of both worlds - easy hiking and rewarding wildlife sightings. This park is a must for bird enthusiasts.
Morondave and Kirindy
Morondova is a vibrant west coast town, centre of the Menabe Sakalava sub-tribe. It is the centre of the prosperous rice growing area and has the atmosphere of a laid back coastal town. There are wide deserted beaches where one can dive and swim. The spectacular Avenue of the Baobabs lies 45 minutes north of Morondova and beyond that is a lake, brilliant for birdwatching.
60km to the north by sand road is the Kirindy Forest, one of the last age-old dense and dry forests remaining in Madagascar and is also largest stretch of forest in the west coast region.
Tsingy of Bemaranka
The Tsingy of Bemaraha national park is a largely unexplored area. It was not open for tourists until 1998 and has therefore remained remarkably untouched. The park lies to the south of the Maintirano and the River Manambolo forms the southern border of the park. This combination of terrain provides a suitable environment for a wide variety of animals and plants. In addition to the aquatic and woodland environments there are striking rock formations whose peaks can reach 60 metres high with deep vegetation growing in the gorges. This has led to it being called ‘The Stone Forest’. A flight over the reserve can be arranged and from this vantage point it is possible to see the true wonder of this incredible region.
The Tsingy is best visited during a two night stay at some of our recommended properties in the areas.