Lying off the southeast coast of Africa, Madagascar is the fourth largest island in the world, making it an extraordinary destination for those travelling to Madagascar for its biodiversity and adventure.
The island split off from the ancient landform of Gondwana some 88 million years ago and has since remained an isolated landmass. This has resulted in the spectacular biodiversity for which Madagascar has become known, with an astonishing 90% of its wildlife unique to the island. Similarly, 80% of the island’s plant life is found nowhere else in the world. Governed by France until 1960, it has a population of 22 million and a landmass approaching 600,000 square kilometres, so it is relatively sparsely populated with a rich mix of ethnic groups.
Due to its unique flora and fauna, a Madagascar safari trip offers an unforgettable holiday experience. Around 10% of its area is designated as a protected natural reserve. It has 21 national parks of which six – Andohahela, Andringitra, Marojejy, Masoala, Zahamena and Ranomafana – have been jointly awarded UNESCO World Heritage Site status. Among the Madagascar wildlife, there is no big game such as elephant or lion, but you will find lemurs here and nowhere else. This is a broad family of mammals, from the smallest mouse lemur to larger Indri lemurs. There is also an astonishing variety of amphibians and reptiles, with all sorts of chameleons and geckos, many of which are only found here. Visitors planning a safari in Madagascar will discover these incredible endemic species in their natural habitat.
Madagascar safari tours take place on a different scale to those on mainland Africa, offering a more intimate wildlife experience for those travelling to Madagascar. With no large predators here, the smaller animal inhabitants have been allowed to flourish. This means that safari tour guides can allow you out of the jeep and into the forest to experience the natural world first hand. This makes it a great destination for families with lots of hands-on activities available to fascinate the children. children. A Madagascar safari provides opportunities for close encounters with wildlife that simply aren’t possible elsewhere.
When your Madagascar wildlife safari is complete, depending on the best time to visit Madagascar, you can explore the island’s many other charms. The capital, Antananarivo, is a rich tapestry of paddy fields and buildings from the country’s colonial past. With scents of jacaranda rising from Lake Anosy in the city centre, the capital also treats the senses with its cuisine, a mix of local specialities and French influences. Madagascar safari packages often include time to explore the cultural highlights beyond the wildlife reserves.
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