Wild Madagascar

• Witness the results of biological isolation through explorations of Madagascar’s diverse ecosystems and their unusual life forms
• Opportunity to see many of the island’s fascinating lemur species – a rare wildlife encounter
• Marvel at the spectacular geography of this island, an assemblage of Asia’s and Africa’s characteristics

Madagascar is a world apart. Its forests are home to indri indri, diademed sifakas, aye-ayes, tenrecs, fossa, didiera and pachypodia. For even the best-traveled naturelover, Madagascar offers a kaleidoscope of discoveries. In fact, many of its rare and intriguing plants and animals, upwards of 80%, exist nowhere else on earth, making Madagascar a living time capsule. Once part of a supercontinent, Madagascar broke away from that landmass 100 million years ago and has since existed largely in biological isolation. Come with us to discover a continent you never knew existed.

Location of Adventure
Madagascar

Group Size Limit: Approximately 14 Travelers
A very important feature of our trips is the limited group size as nature expeditions are best experienced with smaller sized groups of travelers.

Included
Internal charter flights, accommodations, all meals from dinner on Day 1 to lunch on final day, bottled water, services of NHA Expedition Leader, local guides and lodge staff, most gratuities, airport transfers on Day 1 and final day, some laundry, permits and entrance fees, all taxes.

Not Included

Travel to and from start and end point of trip (including R/T flight to Antananarivo), alcoholic beverages, some gratuities, passport and visa fees, optional activities, items of a personal nature (phone calls, souvenirs, etc.), airline baggage fees, airport and departure taxes, optional travel insurance, required medical evacuation insurance.

Physical Requirements
Moderate / Flexible
Participate in physical activities as you desire. Excursions to see wildlife can be casual walks or long, physically demanding hikes if that is what you prefer. Longer hikes may not be guided as Expedition Leaders tend to stay with slower groups.

Important Information about This Trip

Madagascar’s varied ecosystems offer a range of natural encounters. We will walk in the rainforests (which can be hot and humid), take wildlife viewing boat rides and may even have the chance to snorkel (for those who desire). Participation in all physical activities is not mandatory. We ask our guests to understand that the accommodations in Madagascar are not, collectively, of the standard that may be found in other, more established safari countries. Some lodgings are relatively luxurious while others are plain but clean and comfortable. In all cases, we have selected the best accommodation available at each location. On these trips changes to the itinerary may occur in order to take advantage of conditions unique to the season and/or accommodate unexpected internal flight schedule changes; therefore, itineraries need to be rerouted or redesigned without notice.

Getting There & Getting Home
You may arrive in Johannesburg, South Africa at anytime on Day 1; however, at 6pm there will be a welcome dinner. Please contact your Adventure Specialist for departure details the final day. We can best serve you if Natural Habitat Adventures’ Travel Desk makes these reservations for you as they are intimately familiar with the special requirements of these programs and can arrange the most efficient and cost-effective travel. Please call us at 1-800-543-8917.



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14 Days

2010 Dates

Aug 12 - 25

Sep 16 - 29

2011 Dates

Jun 23 - Jul 6

Aug 4 - 17

Sep 15 - 28

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2010 Fees

$9,795

Single Supp.: $1,095

Deposit: $500 (non-refundable)

2011 Fees

$10,895

Single Supp.: $1,095

Deposit: $500 (non-refundable)

Prices are per person based on double occupancy and are given in US Dollars. 2012 dates and fees may change slightly.