Madagascar Motorcycle Tour

NOTE: THIS TOUR INCLUDES A SPOTTER CAR AND DRIVER (SUPPORT CAR)

DAY 1: ARRIVAL TO ANTANANARIVO

Arrival to Ivato International

Airport. Visa formalities and customs. Guests are welcomed by our representative and transferred to the hotel. Checking into the hotel.

Night at Les 3 Métis hotel

DAY 2 : ANTANANARIVO – ANTSIRABE ( 170 kms)

Breakfast at the hotel.

Before the departure to Antsirabe visit of the old city of the capital of the big Island. Departure to Antsirabe past along the famous and majestic National Route 7. On the road, panoramic view of the rice fields in steps and the tombs of the Highlands of Madagascar. Stop in Ambatolampy, famous for the presence of the third highest point of the island, Ankaratra hill, and a visit to a place where aluminum pots are manufactured.

Night at Chambre du Voyageur hotel or similar

DAY 3: ANTSIRABE – AMBOSITRA : (90 km)

Breakfast at the hotel.

Departure early in the morning to reach the town of Ambositra, the capital of  Malagasy handicrafts and wood carving. Visit of a few craft shops in the city. Then, continuing to Ambositra across the mountainous landscapes and towering famous rice terraces of Bestileo.

Night at Artisan  Hotel

DAY 4: AMBOSITRA – AMBALAVAO  (205 km)

Breakfast at the hotel.

Leaving Ambositra in the morning to continue to Ambalavao. Visit of Fianarantsoa city and the old city classified
by UNESCO as a World Heritage. Then, continue to Ambalavao.

Night at Zongo hotel or similar

DAY 5: AMBALAVAO - RANOHIRA (241 km)

Breakfast at the hotel.

Road to the south of the Big Island. After 4hours, You will cross Ihosy and the Bara’s territories and the Mesa of Horombe, to reach the village of Ranohira, the door to the extraordinary Isalo national park. Arrival at the end of the afternoon in Ranohira.

Night at H1 Hotel or similar

DAY 6: RANOHIRA

Breakfast at the hotel. 

Departure to go to the Isalo National Park. A one-day visit to admire the fauna and flora in the park, and also
the natural pools. The park is known for its diverse landscape, and also the big canyon; Late in the afternoon, sunset in the famous "window of Isalo”.

Night at H1 Hotel or similar

DAY 7: RANOHIRA –TULEAR – IFATY (273 km)

Breakfast at the hotel.

Departure to the deep south of Madagascar. View of the first baobabs. Admiration of the arid landscape and ethnic Mahafaly tombs. Stop in Tulear for a visit to the market and the city. Continuing our journey to the village of fishermen for a stay in the beautiful beach town, Ifaty.

Night at Belle Vue hotel or similar

DAY 8: IFATY- TULEAR - ANTANANARIVO

Breakfast at the hotel.

Morning free, possibility to visit villages in Ifaty. In the afternoon transfer for the airport for the national flight.

Night at les 3 métis hotel or similar

DAY 9: ANTANANARIVO – DEPARTURE (international flight)

Breakfast at the hotel.
Last purchase in the craft market, the largest market in the capital. Transfer to Ivato airport for international flight. Boarding formalities

END OF OUR SERVICES

INCLUDED IN THE PRICE

-       Transfer airport - hotel - airport

-       Hotel with breakfast during all the tour

-       Car 4wd with driver speaking English or French to follow you as a spotter

-       Fuel during all the tour

-       Entrance fees with local guide during the excursion mentioned on the program

-       Motorbike with fuel during all the tour 

-       Domestic Flight Tulear - Tana

NOT INCLUDED IN THE PRICE

-       Lunch and diner

-       Drink

-       Tips

-       Personal expenses

-       Visa and taxes at the airport, medical and travel insurance

NOTES:

*Motorcycle riding is one of the most dangerous single activities in general worldwide, period. You MUST have travel insurance that specifically and comprehensively covers this activity, and prove it to us, in order to participate.

**YOU assume ALL risk, liability, and payment and consequences for any accidents you are involved in, fall victim to, or cause, and release and indemnify MTT and all its agents, associates, affiliates, staff, and drivers from liability.

***If the bike undergoes a breakdown or malfunction underway, which in Madagascar the roads and wear and tear may cause, we will endeavor to replace it midway with a suitable alternative. However, you are not entitled to any refunds in any circumstance in this or any situation. Thanks for understanding.

****You need a license to do this trip. You need experience. You need coverage under travel insurance. You need to accept responsibility, risk, and utter and total liability for the severe injury or accidents that can occur in motorcycle riding. YOU are driving the motorcycle, not us.

Booking questions - Please write to MTT at team@madagascartravelandtours.com

Yes, we can beat and match any operator in Madagascar, including the ones blatantly copying off our website, and our routes, which will be fairly obvious while you're shopping around. We always low price guarantee, however please note that we match only within parameters of safety, and on the basis of the same vehicles inclusions and hotels. The same route can have very different costs depending on the bikes and the accommodation and dining.

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More useful information - 

 RN7 is to Madagascar what Road 66 is to the United States: from the north to the south and from east to west, it will transport you to the heart of the Red Island. From the high green plateaus to the southern desert plains, you will motocross an incredible diversity of landscapes. At each step, you will discover the many riches natural and cultural that Madagascar contains: waterfalls and legendary lakes of highlands, forest reserves, tea plantations, Isalo national park ...
along the 1100 km of this descent to the Great South, you will not miss any of the enchantments that Madagascar reserves for its most curious travelers.

DIFFICULTY LEVEL > Easy

Other Optional (but free) sites to visit in more depth here:

- Geysers and Ampefy waterfalls
- Discovery of Antsirabe
- Ambositra capital of Malagasy crafts
- Sahambavy tea plantations
- Isalo Park
- Tulear

Included:

- A recent trail / road motorcycle specially prepared for your trip.
- Liability insurance in the event of an accident with your motorcycle
- A guide experienced in accompanying motorcycle raids
- Accommodation in the listed hotels, in a double / twin room (standard or superior category according to your choice)
- Full board meals (breakfast and dinner at the hotel, packed lunches for lunch) outside of transfer days
- Entrance and guide fees for visiting the parks and monuments planned for during your trip.
- Airport - hotel transfers
- Tourist taxes and stickers.

- the assistance 4 × 4 with its fuel and the internal flight province - Antananarivo.

Not Included: 

 - Additional insurance for your stay in Madagascar, such as repatriation insurance
- Visa fees
- International and domestic flights and airport taxes
- A deposit of 1000 euros in checks or cash for the use of your motorcycle.
- Personal expenses (drinks, tips, various purchases) and meals on transfer days
- Entrance fees to monuments and parks not provided for in the travel program.

Trail and Route motorcycles without guide starting at (depending on time of year and number of people): 

5 HONDA 190 XR = 66 € / day and up

2 HONDA 250 XR = 66 € / day 

1 YAMAHA 600 XTE = 72 € / day 

2 HONDA 650 TRANSALP = 77 € / day 

4 HONDA 750 AFRICA-TWIN = 88 € / day 

Enduro Motorcycles with guide only: 

10 KTM 350 EXCF (2019) =176 € / day 

6 KTM 450 EXCF (2019) = 176 € / day 

6 KTM 790 Adventure R (2019) = 198 € / day 

Guide: 198 € / day (all costs included) divided among the pilots

Conditions:
Have a motorcycle driving license
Have medical evacuation insurance
Security deposit by VISA-Mastercard: € 1,500 per motorbike
30% deposit to confirm the reservation


MTT staff are motorcycle professionals, with over 25 years of experience according to demand, and we guarantee the quality of the service. Please keep your eyes on the road and collaborate and help us to keep you safe. Ultimately, it is your responsibility to avoid a crash, and we will be there to help.