8-Day Marojejy National Park Nature and Wildlife Safari Adventure

Explore Madagascar’s remarkable Marojejy National Park as you journey through the SAVA region on a 8-day wildlife safari adventure! Take in the reserve’s incredibly diverse wildlife and lush greenery. An ideal retreat for nature enthusiasts to reconnect with nature, admire stunning scenery, and see rare, endemic plants and animals!

Itinerary

Day 1 - Andapa

Arrive at Andapa Airport. Your driver will meet you at the airport and take you to the hotel. Take time to freshen up and enjoy the rest of the day at your own leisure.

Day 2 - Andapa - Marojejy National Park

Start the day with a hike to Camp Mantella, traveling through the lower, wetter primary forests. Along the route, you'll have the chance to spot a variety of species, including the distinctive Blue Coua and Helmet Vanga. Set up camp and eat lunch when you get at Camp Mantella, then explore the campgrounds and travel to the famous Humbert Falls. You will also take part in a thrilling nighttime expedition to look for brown lemurs, bigger dwarf lemurs, fork-marked lemurs, and, if you're lucky, aye-ayes.

Day 3 - Marojejy National Park

Hike towards Camp Simpona as you continue through Marojejy National Park, taking in the diverse and notably rich array of flora and animals. Many of Madagascar's most famous furry residents live in the reserve, including the elusive Silky Sifaka (Simpona). After that, stop for lunch at Camp Marojejy before traveling to Camp Simpona, where you will spend the night.

Day 4 - Marojejy National Park

Trek your way to Mount Marojejy's summit, which rises to a height of 2132 meters. Enjoy the mesmerizing view of the North of the Island and the Indian Ocean before making your way down to the camp for lunch. After a quick rest and lunch, proceed to Camp Marojejy. Dinner and overnight at Camp Marojejy.

Day 5 - Marojejy National Park - Vohemar

Start your journey from the campsite back to the park's entrance through the primary forest. Before going to Vohemar, you'll have a picnic lunch. Upon arrival, proceed to the hotel to check in. Take time to freshen up and enjoy the rest of the day at your own leisure.

Day 6 - Vohemar - Daraina

Drive off-road to Daraina. It is a difficult trip on a terrible road from Vohemar to the secluded paradise of Daraina. For a truly adventurous day, expect steep slopes, mud, and river crossings. You can enjoy some time at your own leisure once you have arrived and been installed at the camp. Afterwards, take a night walk in quest of the rare Aye aye.

Day 7 - Daraina

Explore the majestic Daraina Reserve, home to the golden-crowned sifaka, which is less well-known but just as stunning as some of Madagascar's more well-known places. Get a chance to encounter one of the rarest primates in the world that can only be found in the reserve. Journey deep into Daraina Reserve and experience one of the richest and most ecologically delicate regions in the north of the island due to its undulating hills covered in deciduous and semi-evergreen forest. You can also spot the hook-billed vanga, crested coua, Madagascar kestrel, and other distinct birds along the way. 

Day 8 - Daraina - Vohemar

Depart from Dairana to Vohemar Airport for your journey back home.

Inclusions

• Pick Up and Drop Off

• 7 Nights Accommodation

• Meals during Trekking Tour

• Camping Equipment

• Porter

• English-Speaking Local Guide

• Transportation as Per Itinerary

• Admission Fees and Activities as Per Itinerary

Exclusions

• Local and International Flights

• Meals Not Mentioned

• Drinks

• Activities Not Mentioned

• Visas

• Travel and Medical Insurance

• Personal Expenses

• Gratuities (Optional)

Additional Information

• This experience involves a moderate amount of walking; Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.

• This experience requires good weather conditions. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you will be offered a different date or a full refund.

• This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum is not met, you will be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

• This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded. 

• Arrival time at each location may vary depending on the season.

• If there is insufficient time for all attractions/destinations on the itinerary, the tour guide will adjust the length of time spent at other attractions/destinations. 

• Delays, shortening of the tours, or omissions to the itinerary due to traffic, weather, or other unforeseen circumstances are not subject to refund.

• Itinerary is subject to change and the attractions may be closed due to traffic, weather, and force majeure. An alternative itinerary may also be omitted depending on road conditions.

• Please note that on days in which no activities are planned, you are free to explore at your leisure; all activities and purchases will be at your own expense. You will have your tour guide's mobile number in case of emergency.