Madagascar – the world’s fourth-largest island – is a place like no other. Observe diverse and unique lemur species day and night
Deepen your understanding of the natural behaviours and adaptations of Madagascar's species ( Sportive, mouse, ruffed, bamboo, brown, woolly lemurs, sifaka, indri) and take your enrichment design, training, interpretation , management and welfare to the next level.
Be immersed in nature and be closer to wildlife than ever before, while observing animals ethically
Gain a deep understanding of social dynamics, foraging, feeding, mating behaviour
Learn how to design an observational study to interpret your own data
Understand the realities of the threats facing lemurs
Translate your field experience into practice to create enegagement strategies that benefit species under managed care
Starts - 15th Oct 2026
Ends - 26th Oct 2026
🧍♂️🧍♂️ Double/Twin Occupancy - US $2,495 per person, twin share
N.B. - Single Occupancy prices can be given upon request.
Min: 6 pax
Max: 12 pax
Start in Antananarivo (Tana), MADAGASCAR
Finish in Antananarivo, MADAGASCAR
Highlights
Analmazoatra National Park (day & night walk)
Ranomafana National Park (day & night walk)
Centre ValBio Projects
Baobab Alley
Kirindy Reserve (day & night walk)
Inclusions:
All transfers by road
Internal Flight Tana to Morondava
Meals according to itinerary (B-Breakfast, L-Lunch, D-Dinner)
Drinking water
Activities according to itinerary
Park entry fees
All tips except your RAW Africa Eco-Tours local leader
Exclusions:
International airfares
Travel insurance
Country entry visa
Beverages other than water
Laundry
Personal spending
Ethical wildlife watching best practice
Field data collection best practice
Species specific behaviour descriptions
Summary of recent relevant scientific projects
Up to date/ relevant human wildlife conflict information
Community based behaviour change best practice
Online Conversation with your leaders
Pre trip " get to know you" and optinal goal setting
End of trip reflection - how will you use the skills leaned back in your zoo setting
Post trip reflection " How have you used what you learnt? What is next?"
On arrival, we’ll meet you at Ivato International Airport and transfer you to your accommodation.
Spend the rest of your day relaxing and preparing for the adventure that awaits. Benja, RAW Africa Eco-Tours Manager in Madagascar, will brief you on the journey that awaits you.
Meals: D
Accommodation: Les Trois Metis
Be on the lookout for:
Indri
Gentle bamboo lemur
Eastern woolly lemur
Diademed sifaka
Small toothed sportive lemur
Eastern borwn lemur
Rufus mouse lemue
Goodman's mouse lemur
Hairy eared dwarf lemur
Red bellied lemur
Black & white ruffed lemur
Depart early to travel east of the capital to the town of Andasibe.
Set amid lush forests and running creeks, Andasibe is the gateway to the wildlife rich parks of the east. Analamazoatra National Park is home to the largest and the smallest of the lemur species- the Indri and the tiny mouse lemur. Visit the Amphibian Education Centre in the afternoon and spend the evening on a night walk. Learn how to effectively use red lights and the impact on nocturnal species, including lemur, night birds, chameleons and various invertebrates.
Meals: B L D
Accommodation: Feon'ny Ala Hotel
This morning, we’ll explore the lush trails of Analamazaotra National Park in search of one of Madagascar’s most iconic lemurs. Keep your eyes (and ears!) open for the haunting calls of the indri—the largest of all lemur species—alongside sightings of the striking Diademed sifaka and bamboo lemurs.
Learn about the different lemur families and their behavioural traits and characteristics, as well as the different sampling techniques used to collect behavioural data.
As the sun sets, we’ll venture out on a guided night walk to discover the elusive mouse lemur, woolly lemur and other species that come to life after dark.
Meals: B L D
Accommodation: Feon'ny Ala Hotel
Finish your visit to the east with a morning walk in VOIMMA Reserve, which is a community based lemur conservation area. Voimma translates to " people who love the forest". This is the opportunity to gain insight into community views of lemurs and some of the unique challenges facing lemur species who live alongside community areas. After lunch we will return to Tana.
Meals: B L D
Accommodation: Gassy Country House
Be on the lookout for:
Verreaux's sifaka,
Madame Berthe's mouse lemur
Pale fork-marked lemur
Coquerel's giant mouse lemur
Red-tailed sportive lemur
Fat-tailed dwarf lemur
Red-fronted brown lemur.
After a short morning flight to Morondava, we’ll make our way through the breathtaking Avenue of the Baobabs — a truly iconic Madagascan landscape — on our journey to Kirindy Reserve. Keep your eyes peeled as we explore this unique dry forest, home to the rare sportive lemur, coua pheasant and the fossa, Madagascar’s top predator. As night falls, we’ll head out on an evening walk to spot some of Kirindy’s rare and nocturnal lemurs.
Learn the art of data sampling with nocturnal species.
Meals: B L D
Accommodation: Kirindy Lodge
We’ll rise early for a sunrise walk in this unique dry forest. Observe anti predator behaviour from brown lemur and Verreaux sifaka as this is one of the few forests in Madagascar where the fossa is the key predator.
After lunch we will return to the enchanting Avenue of the Baobabs. Often called Madagascar’s most photographed landscape, this majestic corridor is lined with towering Grandidier’s baobabs — some over 1200 years old and reaching up to 30 metres high. You’ll have the rare opportunity to plant your very own baobab sapling, contributing to the conservation of these iconic “upside-down trees.” Afterwards, we’ll relax and take in the golden hues of sunset as they bathe the landscape in a magical glow. We’ll then continue on to Morondava for the night.
Meals: B L D
Accommodation: Trecicogne
After an early breakfast, we’ll begin our journey to Antsirabe, winding our way through Madagascar’s scenic central highlands. This full day of travel offers breathtaking views of rolling hills, terraced fields, and traditional villages nestled among the mountains. Known as the crossroads of Madagascar, Antsirabe was once a bustling trade hub and still holds echoes of its colonial charm, with wide boulevards and thermal springs. It’s the perfect place to stretch your legs and soak in the atmosphere of the island’s heartland.
Meals: B L
Accommodation: Flower Palace Hotel
Be on the lookout!
Milne Edwards Sifaka
Greater bamboo
Golden bamboo
B.W. ruffed lemur
Weasel sportive Rufus mouse lemur
Red fronted brown
Red bellied brown
This morning we’ll travel to the lush forests of the south east. We’ll enjoy lunch with traditional music before arriving at Ranomafana National Park.
Tonight we finish the evening with a night walk to see how many of the 130 different species of frog we can spot!
We will be staying at Centre ValBio for the next 3 days. This will give us the opportunity to assist researchers in the park and gain valuable insight into cutting edge lemur research.
This is a "hands on" experience that will provide exciting opportunities to trial different research methods.
Meals: B L D
Accommodation: Centre ValBio
After an early breakfast, we’ll begin our journey back to Antsirabe. This will be your chance to purchase local crafts.
Meals: B L D
Accommodation: Flower Palace Hotel
After an early breakfast we begin our journey back to Tana, where we will drop you at Ivato International Airport in time for your flight.
As your amazing journey wraps up, we at Raw Africa Eco-Tours hope you’re leaving with memories filled with wildlife, conservation, and the rich cultures you’ve experienced. We hope you leave Madagascar with a promise to return to this extraordinary island of baobabs and lemurs.
Meals: B
Brooke has a degree in Biology and Masters in International Community Development. She spent 17 years as a rhino keeper at Werribee Open Range Zoo in Australia, before moving to the Wildlife Conservation and Science team at Zoos Victoria. In this role Brooke was able to develop Zoos Victoria's international partnerships and programs in Kenya and DR Congo.
Brooke established RAW Africa Eco-Tours in 2012, based on a passionate belief that both communities and wildlife in Africa can benefit from sustainable tourism. Brooke believes that 'RAW' guests can make a difference by spending time with organisations working on the frontline of conservation. This is the heart and soul of RAW’s Conservation journeys, which directly support our conservation field partners, while giving our guests insight into the complexities of wildlife conservation in Africa.
Meet Benja Ramanandoria, the energetic force behind RAW Africa Eco-Tours in Madagascar! With a treasure trove of experience as a national guide since 2004, Benja has mastered the art of turning every journey into an unforgettable adventure.
Fluent in English, French, and Malagasy, Benja connects with travellers from all corners of the globe while navigating the vibrant landscapes and hidden gems of Madagascar. And here’s a quirky twist: his favourite lemur is the enigmatic aye-aye, a nod to his deep, connection with the island’s unique wildlife.
So, if you’re ready for a journey filled with expert guidance, Benja is your ultimate go-to for a RAW Africa adventure like no other!
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