15 days in Madagascar Itinerary

The island of Nosy Be, off the coast of Madagascar, remains the country's premier beach getaway renowned for its tranquil ambience, pristine shoreline, and year-round warm weather.

Get outdoors at Scuba & Snorkeling and Mont Passot. There's still lots to do: ride a horse along Ambaro Ranch, stroll through Lokobe Nature Special Reserve, and head off the coast to Nosy Sakatia.

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Zurich, Switzerland to Nosy Be is an approximately 21.5-hour flight. The time zone difference when traveling from Zurich to Nosy Be is 2 hours. Traveling from Zurich in August, things will get a bit warmer in Nosy Be: highs are around 35°C and lows about 22°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 26th (Wed) to allow enough time to fly to Antsiranana (Diego Suarez).

On a trip to Antsiranana, a sleepy port town in Madagascar's northernmost province, you can enjoy the laid-back atmosphere of its streets, lined with quaint colonial-era buildings and colorful marketplaces.

Take a break from the city and head to Mer D'Emeraude and Amber Mountain National Park. You'll discover tucked-away gems like Montagne des Francais and Societe Tropicale Miniere. There's more to do: explore the historical opulence of Windsor Castle.

To find maps, traveler tips, other places to visit, and tourist information, read Antsiranana (Diego Suarez) holiday planner.

Getting from Nosy Be to Antsiranana (Diego Suarez) by flight takes about 3 hours. In August in Antsiranana (Diego Suarez), expect temperatures between 35°C during the day and 22°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 29th (Sat) early enough to travel to Andasibe.

When you take a trip to Andasibe, you'll discover a protected rainforest in eastern Madagascar.

Start off your visit on the 30th (Sun): tour the pleasant surroundings at Vakona Private Reserve. On your second day here, tour the pleasant surroundings at The Mitsinjo Reserve and then stroll around Analamazaotra Special Reserve.

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Do a combination of flight and taxi from Antsiranana (Diego Suarez) to Andasibe in 7.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of shuttle and taxi. Finish your sightseeing early on the 31st (Mon) to allow enough time to drive to Morondava.

Known for its iconic road lined with ancient Baobab trees, the sleepy coastal village of Morondava serves as a popular base for travelers looking to explore the national parks and nature reserves of Madagascar.

Start off your visit on the 1st (Tue): tour the pleasant surroundings at Avenue of the Baobabs. On your second day here, tour the pleasant surroundings at Kirindy Forest Morondava Madagascar.

To find traveler tips, more things to do, photos, and other tourist information, use the Morondava trip itinerary maker site.

You can drive from Andasibe to Morondava in 14 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of taxi and bus. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 2nd (Wed) to allow enough time to drive to Antananarivo.

Surrounded by verdant rice paddies, Madagascar's capital and the country's commercial and cultural hub, Antananarivo boasts a rich history and heritage, evident in its numerous historic buildings, colonial-era neighborhoods, and archaeological museums.

Escape the urban bustle at Réserve Peyrieras Madagascar Exotic and Royal Hill of Ambohimanga. Discover out-of-the-way places like Cathedrale Catholique d Andohalo and Maison de Jean Laborde. There's lots more to do: get to know the resident critters at Lemurs' Park, explore the historical opulence of Rova - Le Palais de la Reine, meet the residents at Croc Farm, and examine the collection at Musee de la Photographie de Madagascar.

For reviews, other places to visit, where to stay, and more tourist information, read Antananarivo tour itinerary planning app.

Traveling by car from Morondava to Antananarivo takes 11 hours. Alternatively, you can take a shuttle; or take a bus. In September, daytime highs in Antananarivo are 28°C, while nighttime lows are 12°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 6th (Sun) to allow time to travel back home.