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MALAGASY LEMUR QUEST
16 DAYS HOTEL/CAMPING REMOTE RESERVES OF NORTHERN MADAGASCAR Our off-beat trip in northern Madagascar is a real adventure, combining tropical islands with rainforest reserves and the chance to view many different species of lemur, birds and plants. We include several very special and remote reserves, where access is only possible on foot. Rainforest Trails of Marojejy After Madagascar's colourful capital, Antananarivo, we fly north to the east coast town of Sambava. A short drive takes us inland to the edge of recently established Marojejy National Park. Assisted by porters we trek through villages, deep into the heart of the rainforest to our base camp. Mt. Marojejy rises high above the park (2133m) and we'll spend a full day hiking and wildlife spotting on its verdant slopes. Lemurs we may see here include the silky sifaka, whitefronted brown lemur, dwarf lemur and red-bellied lemur. Golden Sifaka & Ankarana 'Tsingy' Leaving Marojejy we drive further north to Daraina Reserve and spend our time nature viewing. The dry forest of Daraina is the only spot in the world where the golden sifaka can be found. Next we drive through gold panning country and into one of the jewels of Madagascar's Reserve system Ankarana. Here, we'll explore the limestone massif on foot and see amazing eroded pinnacles known as `tsingy'. Sandford's, crowned and mouse lemur are just some of the species we may catch a glimpse of in this amazing reserve. Tropical Island of Nosy Be After a final walk in Ankarana we drive to Ankify on the west coast and take a boat to the tropical island paradise of Nosy Be. Our time in this idyllic paradise is at leisure allowing a choice of optional activities. There's time to take a canoe trip to a black lemur project, or perhaps a less
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Itinerary Day 1 Fly London/Tana. 2 Arrive Tana. Sightseeing. 3 Fly then drive to Sambava. 4 Drive then hike into Marojejy N. Park. 5 & 6 In Marojejy; nature walks in search of lemur. 7 Hike then drive to Iharana. 8 Drive to Daraina Reserve; search for golden sifaka on foot. 9 Drive to Ankarana Reserve. 10 to 12 On foot in Ankarana; visit caves; lemur searches. 13 Drive then boat to Nosy Be. 14 On Nosy Be; optional trips. 15 Fly London via Tana. 16 Arrive London. Accommodation & Meals: 5nts hotel , 8nts camping; 13 breakfasts, 8 lunches & 8 dinners included. See p41. Mode of Travel: 4WD vehicles/Bus/Motor boat/On foot/Flights as per itinerary. Comment: This is an active trip for seasoned travellers. Hiking in National Parks is graded as moderate but walks can feel a little more strenuous due to heat and humidity. Expect some rough roads in places. Tour Staff & Support: Explore Leader plus driver (s), local guides, porters and cooks. Group Size: Approx. 9 to 12.
energetic boat ride to Nosy Tanikely Marine Reserve to search for flying foxes, and snorkel over its colourful coral gardens. Ylang Ylang is cultivated in adbundance on the island and a visit to a plantation with sunset over Mont Passot is a must.
DATES AND PRICES Flight Inc 16 days Sun to Mon REF:BML 2008 deps flight land Price in £s inc only 21 Sep-06 Oct 2145 1395 05 Oct-20 Oct 2145 1395 2009 Price in £s 04 Oct-19 Oct 2245 1475 18 Oct-02 Nov 2245 1475 Land Only tour: 14 days - start Antananarivo day 2 (Mon), end Antananarivo day 15 (Sun) Plus Local Payment: £200 payable Antananarivo These are guide prices, see p45 for details.
One for the camera!
Malagasy Lemur Quest Ref BML
NOSY BE ISLAND Hell-Ville ANKARANA RESERVE Hiking & caving, Bat's Cave Green Lake DARAINA RESERVE IHARANA SAMBAVA
Ankify
Marojejy 2133m
MAROJEJY NP Highland rainforest
Antalaha
MADAGASCAR
INDIAN OCEAN
Miles ANTANANARIVO Sightseeing 0 150
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