Madagascar Photo Tour
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About the Tour
Madagascar is one of the world’s top destinations for wildlife photography. This exclusive 14-day Madagascar photography tour is designed for passionate and professional photographers looking to capture iconic lemurs, chameleons, geckos, frogs, reptiles, and extraordinary endemic species.
Our Madagascar tour fotográfico offers expert guidance, small groups, and the best opportunities to photograph rare wildlife in pristine habitats. Experience incredible encounters, perfect light, and unique biodiversity while creating a powerful portfolio in Madagascar.
Date
October 01st–14th, 2027
Activity level
Medium
Available spaces
6
Itinerary
Day 1 | Arrival in Antananarivo
Upon your arrival at Antananarivo, we will pick you up from the airport to the hotel, where you will spend
one overnight stay.
Accommodation: IC Hotel or similar
Day 2 | Antananarivo – Ambositra
From Antananarivo, we travel through the southern highlands to Antsirabe, where we will have lunch, and
then continue to Ambositra, the capital of woodcarving
Accommodation: Hotel Artisan or similar
Day 3 | Ambositra – Ranomafana
We drive around 170 km from Ambositra to Ranomafana, a rainforest known for its chameleons. Along the
way, we stop for landscape photography and try to look for chameleons.
Accommodation: Hotel de Therme or similar
Day 4 | Ranomafana
After breakfast, we explore the rainforest in search of the golden bamboo lemur, Edwards’ sifaka, orchids,
amphibians, and reptiles, including the rare Satanic leaf-tailed gecko. In the evening, a nocturnal walk
focuses on chameleons and potentially mouse lemurs.
Accommodation: Hotel de Therme or similar
Day 5 | Ranomafana
Today we head back into the rainforest again to find more lemurs and a lots of reptiles and amphibians.
On the way back, we will focus on the Parson’s chameleon which is the largest chameleon in the world.
Accommodation: Hotel de Therme or similar
Day 6 | Ranomafana – Antsirabe
We drive back to the highlands, passing through Ambositra, famous for wood carving, with an optional stop to visit local workshops.
Accommodation: Hotel Voyageur or similar
Day 7 | Antsirabe – Andasibe
We drive approximately 320 km to Andasibe, our second rainforest destination rich in reptiles an amphibians.
Accommodation: Feony Ala or similar
Day 8 | Andasibe
We’ll visit Analamazaotra National Park today, home to the largest lemur in Madagascar, the Indri, and the most beautiful, the diademed sifaka. During our walk, we’ll also see chameleons and, with luck, leaf-tailed geckos.
Accommodation: Feony Ala or similar
Day 9 | Andasibe
Morning excursion to Maromizaha Forest to observe a lot of spieces of reptiles like the leaf tailed gecko (which is one of the higlhight of the reptiles in Madagascar) and rare chameleons such as Calumma roaloko and Calumma malthe.
Return to the hotel for rest, then, in the evening we return back at the same park for a night walk visit for reptiles and colorful frogs like Boophis boehmii.
Accommodation: Feony Ala or similar
Day 10 | Andasibe to Ankanin'ny nofy
After breakfast, we continue towards the east coast. We drive around 150 Km from Andasibe to Manambato where we board on our motorboat. It will take around 1 hour and a half to arrive at our Hotel the “Palmarium reserve” or “Ankanin’ny nofy” which means “the nest of dreams”
Accommodation: Palmarium Hotel
Day 11 | Ankanin'ny nofy
After breakfast, we head into the forest full of lemurs. Here you can indulge in photography at your leisure.
The motifs are numerous and almost always close at hand. In the evening, we take a boat to a small island, where we can find one the most famous lemur in Madagascar, the “Aye-aye”
Accommodation: Palmarium Hotel
Day 12 | Ankanin'ny nofy
Today, after breakfast, we follow a path along the beach to find some beautiful and colorful frogs and we go to a place where we can find the “Nepenthes Madascariensis” or the carnivor plants.
During the after you will have free time to relax before the long trip for the next day.
Accommodation: Palmarium Hotel
Day 13 | Ankanin'ny nofy to Antananarivo
After breakfast we say goodbye to the many lemurs and drive back towards the capital. If we have time, we could go to a souvenirs shop and spice shop before we check in our hotel
Accommodation: IC Hotel or similar
Day 14 | Antananarivo
Today we head to the airport, and it’s time to say goodbye.
Featured sightings
USD 5,600
Included
- Transfers to and from the airport in Madagascar (arrival and departure).
- All nights’ accommodation during the tour.
- Breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
- Guide throughout the trip.
- Driver, vehicles, and fuel.
- Transport by boat, train, or ferry.
- Entrance fees to planned destinations, protected areas, and national parks.
- Local guides in national parks, reserves, and other protected areas.
- Port fees (for island crossings).
- Travel insurance policy by R&V insurance company.
- Single supplement: +USD 800
Not included
- Long-haul international flights and domestic flights.
- Drinks and water.
- Personal hotel expenses (e.g., laundry service).
- Tips.
- Individual excursions not included in the itinerary.
- Travel insurance (international health, accident, luggage, repatriation, trip cancellation).
General tips
To enhance your experience, it’s important to keep in mind some key factors that will make your stay in Madagascar smoother:
- If you enjoy bringing souvenirs back home, we advise carrying extra cash to purchase items in the various localities we will visit (the local currency is the Malagasy ariary). We recommend exchanging approximately 1,600,000 MGA (around 400 EUR) on the first day at the hotel. In Madagascar, except in Palmarium, credit cards are not accepted.
- Mosquito repellent (essential due to the presence of insects).
- Sunscreen.
- Long-sleeved clothing and a buff to protect yourself from the sun and insects.
- Hat or cap.
- Flashlight (preferably head-mounted) for night walks.
- Cloth bag for wet or dirty clothes.
- Water bottle for drinking water, as staying hydrated is key.
- Comfortable and sturdy trekking shoes, ideal for uneven trails and varied terrains.
Photographic equipment
As photographers, we know how challenging it can be to decide how much gear to bring, as we always want to pack everything to make the most of the experience. Below are our recommendations for the type of equipment to bring:
- Wide-angle lens (24-70 range).
- Zoom lens, 200-600 mm range.
- Rain cover for your equipment.
- Tripod.
- Flashes and macro equipment.
- Extra batteries and memory cards.
- Battery charger.
- Cleaning kit.
- Plug adapter if using international chargers.
Clothing
October to December is an ideal time to visit Madagascar, as it still falls within the dry season, with mostly warm and pleasant weather. Rainfall is rare during this time, though temperatures may rise toward the end of the period.
During the day, wear lightweight and breathable clothing, such as long-sleeved shirts and pants, to protect yourself from the sun and insects. A wide-brimmed hat, sunglasses, and trekking boots are essential, especially if you plan to explore trails or natural areas.
For mornings and evenings, which can be cool in some regions, bring a light jacket or sweater. Although rain is uncommon, a lightweight raincoat may be useful for unexpected weather changes. Opt for neutral colors to avoid disturbing wildlife, and dress in layers to adapt easily to temperature fluctuations.
Important: Bring sunscreen.
tour leader
He is a conservation researcher and photographer from Spain. Holding two master’s degrees in Conservation and Environmental Education, he is the co-founder of Photo Wildlife Tours, an ecotourism company that promotes and organizes nature and research trips in various countries.
Throughout his career, Jaime has led numerous scientific expeditions, publishing dozens of articles on conservation, ecology, biogeography, species rediscovery, systematics, and taxonomy. He has described 14 new species of amphibians, significantly contributing to global biodiversity knowledge.
With a deep interest in social and environmental justice, Jaime focuses his photography on endangered species and ecosystems. His work has been featured in prestigious publications such as National Geographic and BBC Wildlife Magazine. He has also delivered workshops and lectures in several countries.
