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An utterly unique island with brilliant wildlife

An off-the-beaten-track destination for even the most seasoned of safari goers, the remote island of Madagascar has started to emerge as a fascinating wildlife destination with a handful of sustainably minded luxury lodges and camps opening in recent years.

With 90 percent of all flora and fauna found in Madagascar endemic, and a blend of Austronesian, African, Arab and European culture, it is no stretch to call the island truly unique. As well as it’s iconic lemurs – which are reason enough for many to venture here – Madagascar has stretches of beautiful Indian Ocean coastline, exclusive island retreats, a rugged interior to be explored and a warm people to get to know.

The capital, Antananarivo (or simply ‘Tana’), sits at the heart of the country, that, without much in the way of a road network outside the city, will act as a hub for visitors. From here fly north to luxury beach resorts such as Anjajavy or Miavana, or south to the spiny forest of Androy and rugged coast near Fort Dauphin in Anosy. Hearing the indri’s haunting calls in the forests of Andasibe-Mantadia National Park are a must for wildlife lovers.

From our experts

Experiences picked by our Madagascar specialists

Spot lemurs in their natural habitat

Keep an eye out for one of the 100 different species of iconic lemur that call Madagascar home

Swim with whale sharks

Swim with the epic whale sharks

See the famous Baobab trees

Marvel at the Baobab trees that decorate Madagascar, often called the “tree of life”

Eat well in the capital Antananarivo

Explore the vibrant capital, Antananarivo, and taste some of the brilliant food that can be found here

Scuba dive the world's third largest coral reef

Scuba Dive over the world’s third largest coral reef, amongst dolphins, whales, sharks and more

Walk the Stone Forest at Tsingy de Bemaraha

Visit the striking Stone Forest in Tsingy de Bemaraha National Park

A word from one of our experts

Madagascar is a brilliant destination to explore, even for the most well-seasoned traveller. Seeing lemurs up close is definitely a highlight of any trip here.

James Harris Travel Designer

Luxury accommodation in Madagascar

There are many incredible places to stay in Madagascar. Here are some of our favourites, handpicked by our travel designers:

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When to visit

The best time to go to Madagascar is between the months of April and December. Within these months, there is no bad time to go, but the right month for your trip depends on what you want to see and do.

Lemur Spotting

September - November

Humpback Whale Watching

June - September

Green Season

April

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Whatever you want from your adventure in Madagascar, our team of expert travel designers are ready to help.

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  • Personalised design

    We’ll plan your trip around your specific interests, tastes and preferences, providing helpful tips and honest advice based on first-hand knowledge of the destination.

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    Our expert guides and brilliant travel concierges are hand-picked to provide a genuine experience, bringing your destination to life with care and passion.

  • Responsible travel

    Our luxury trips are designed with responsible travel principles that prioritise travel experiences that are both good for you and good for the planet.

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We craft trips deeply personal, delightfully surprising and entirely one of a kind. Every Jacada journey begins in conversation with a travel designer, a specialist in their destination of expertise. Behind each journey is a wealth of insight, gathered over years of on-the-ground exploration.

Once you’re booked, you’ll meet your concierge. Based in the region you’re visiting, they’ll take care of all the details so your mind is at rest. They make the trip truly special – and truly yours.

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