Start and end in Antananarivo! With the In-depth Cultural tour Unforgettable journey in Ampefy, you have a 2 days tour package taking you through Antananarivo, Madagascar. Unforgettable journey in Ampefy includes accommodation, an expert guide, meals, transport and more.
What is included in the tour
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Accommodation
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Guide
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Meals
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Additional Services
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Transport
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Optional Extras
What is NOT included in the tour
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Flights
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Insurance
- Departure from Antananarivo
- Visit and a hike to discover the village of Ampefy
- Trip through the spectacular scenery of the Highlands.
Day 1 Leave the Capital to reach the 3rd great lake of the Island.
Our team will pick you up at your hotel, welcome you, present the program and give your travel documents. Departure from Antananarivo by the road of the West to reach the village of Ampefy, a small peaceful locality in the Itasy region against a backdrop of volcanic landscapes. You can admire all along the road small villages and traditional houses with thatched roofs, rice terraces and finally reach the large Lake Itasy. Then you will make a visit and a hike to discover this district.
At 3 km from Ampefy, a bifurcation on the left leads to the rocky spur of Ambohitrimanjaka. The latter has become Ambohitrimarimanjaka (the mount of Marie, Queen) since a 6m high statue of the Virgin was erected there with three altars in the southern part of the stele. Picnic lunch on the way.
Enjoy your trip through the spectacular scenery of the Highlands. Diversion to the Amparaky Geyser, which is the result of the phenomenon of artesian wells, not volcanic geysers, and is therefore suitable for swimming. Continue the visit to the Lily waterfall and discover its famous legend. Incomparable to the other falls, 26m high, it comes from Lake Itasy. Return to the village of Ampefy. Installation at the hotel. Relaxation on the artificial beach by the lake. Dinner and night at the hotel.
• Duration: Journey of about 3 hours
• Distance: 120 km
• Meals included: Picnic lunch
• Accommodation: FARIHY HOTEL or Similar
Day 2 Canoe ride and discovery of 7 species of lemurs in the wild, before returning to Antananarivo.
After breakfast, a walk to discover the crater for a panoramic view of Lake Itasy. Then, you will go down and take a pirogue to the islet of the Virgin (it is considered as the center of Madagascar), another overview of the lake. On the way back to the Capital, a few stops at small villages so that you can meet the local population and discover and exchange about the daily life. Before arriving in the Capital, a stop to visit the private Lemurs’ Park which is located 22 km from Antananarivo. You will discover 7 species of lemurs in the wild in an area of 5 hectares planted with 11 000 endemic trees. The lemur, symbol of the endemic fauna of the Island of Madagascar in the Indian Ocean, is undoubtedly one of the most endearing animals of our planet. The observation of these fabulous mammals in the wild is becoming increasingly rare because of deforestation. After the visit, continuation to the cultural site Rova of Antongona, among 12 sacred hills. Discovery of the city center then the upper town at the Queen's Palace for the panoramic view and sunset. Transfer and overnight at the Hotel. Lunch and dinner at the restaurant. Overnight at the Hotel at your own expense.
• Duration: About 3 hours
• Distance: 120km
• Meals included: Breakfast
