Itinerary Highlights
- Madagascar's sole ultra-luxurious property
- Sweeping, white-sand beaches
- Abundant marine life from whales to vibrant coral reefs
- Lemurs, Chameleons and other rare animal oddities
What's Included
- Accommodation Throughout
- Travel Guide
- Transfers
7 nights from £19,750 per person
Nikki Lynas
Travel Specialist
Madagascar's most luxurious property, Miavana has announced an excellent special for 2024. This particular sample itinerary is based on a seven night stay at Miavana, which entitles guests to free helicopter transfers from either Diego Suarez/Antsiranana OR Nosy Be (which has an international airport) to/from the resort, as well as one free night's stay.
Contact us for a bespoke quotation if you are planning to visit on honeymoon, or have family keen to enjoy a stay in Miavana - or, if you would like to combine it with visiting one of Miavana's luxurious sister properties in Zambia: some attractive deals are on offer.
Itinerary
Day 1 Arrival: Nosy Be OR Diego Suarez Airport - Miavana (Helicopter)
On arrival in Nosy Be OR Diego Suarez International Airport off your international flight, purchase your Madagascar visa (18 euro, issued on arrival).
You will be welcomed by a representative of Miavana for your helicopter transfer (1 hour from Nosy Be; 30 minutes from Diego Suarez) to Miavana.
Stay 7 nights in a luxury one-bedroom villa on an all-inclusive basis.
Day 2 Miavana - fun in the sun
Luxuriate in style at this remote, private island hideaway.
One of the many activities that can be enjoyed at Miavana is kite-surfing, especially during the months when the 'varatraza' wind blows. (Best time for this is July to September).
Those who wish, can explore the underwater world - world class scuba diving and snorkelling are possible on the vibrant reefs that surround the islands.
Day 3 Miavana
Explore, enjoy and discover one of the most remote parts of Madagascar. In season, (ask us for details), you can observe nesting turtles, seabirds, dolphins and even take in some Whale watching.
Day 4 Miavana
Relax in style, or partake in one of the many activities on offer at Miavana. While you are here, we highly recommend you make at least one of the helicopter excursions offered by the lodge: they have two helicopters, so do arrange these in advance of your stay if you can, to avoid disappointment.
Being in Madagascar, you'd undoubtedly want to make that eye- to -brain connection with some of our most primitive cousins, the adorable lemurs. Synonymous with the country, these primates are in evidence thanks to some translocation efforts on the part of Miavana with Crowned lemurs. A guided bush walk should reveal not just the Crowned lemurs to you, but also other oddities including the largest and smallest of the world's chameleons, both of which are often encountered here.
Day 5 Miavana
Just another day in paradise...enjoy coastal pursuits, or partake in one of the wonderful excursions from this remote outpost.
Day 6 Miavana
Guests really enioy the helicopter excursions*** that are offered at Miavana, as these can give you the opportunity to experience some very remote and seldom-visited areas of biological interest, in which live some of the world's rarest and most endangered animals.
One of these is the range restricted Golden-crowned (Tattersall's) sifaka, found only near the small town Daraina, until now tricky to access.
You can also make a helicopter trip to Anjahakely, the access point for the lovely forest corridor protected area of Andrafiamena-Andavakoera. Here the critically endangered, Perrier's sifaka finds sanctuary.
*** Do contact us to discuss the options on offer for these exciting excursions.
Day 7 Miavana
Enjoy your final full day at glorious Miavana.
Day 8 Departure: Miavana - Nosy Be OR Diego Suarez Airport (helicopter transfer)
Helicopter transfer back to either Diego Suarez International Airport, or to Nosy Be International Airport, where you will be assisted with checking in for your international flight out.
Nikki Lynas
Travel Specialist
Pricing Information & Dates
7 nights from £19,750 per person
Nikki Lynas
Travel Specialist
Price Includes
- Return International Flights as per the itinerary
- All airport taxes and security charges
- Accommodation and meals as specified
- Transfers as specified
- Activities and excursions as specified
- All entrace fees on sightseeing tours as specified
* Return helicopter transfers: Nosy Be or Diego Suarez international airport - Miavana
* 7 nights accommodation in a luxury one-bedroom villa at Miavana on an all-inclusive basis
* Conservation levy of US$ 300 per person per day.
Price Excludes
- Travel Insurance
- Any meals not specified in the itinerary
- Tips and gratuities
- Optional excursions
* Malagasy visa (issued on arrival for €18).
* Items of a personal nature (phone calls, gratuities, travel insurance)
* Any international flights, or domestic flights in Madagascar
Pricing Notes
Guests staying at Miavana for 5 or more nights, have free helicopter transfers included in their package.
******* Rates include: *******
* All meals
* Accommodation
* Helicopter transfers (to/from Miavana) – based on stay of 5 night stay or more
* Island activities
* Boat cruises
* Selected premium wine, top shelf spirits and bar drink
* Laundry
* Service charge.
* Community/conservation levy.
******* Rates exclude: *******
* Entry visa (18 euros, issued on arrival)
* Meet ‘n Greet service
* High end premium wine and Champagne on the reserve list
* International or domestic flights
* Helicopter adventure tours
* Full day deep sea fishing
* PADI qualifications
* Spa treatments
* Privately- guided activities or lessons
* Full day fishing adventures
* Gratuities
Activities include:
Forest walks
Unlimited scuba diving around Miavana
Resort diving lessons
Snorkeling
Cultural visit on the island
Boat cruises
Shore-based fishing
Half-day fishing trips
Kitesurfing
Kayaking
Stand-up paddle boarding
Bicycling
Use of one electric buggy per villa.
Why Choose Us?
Passionate travel experts
- We've been leading wildlife travel since our first South Africa tours over 25 years ago
- Our Travel Specialists have lived in their specialist area for years
- We work with local guides to immerse you deeper in our diverse range of experiences
Personal & tailor-made
- You'll speak to your own expert who'll share their first-hand knowledge
- We'll make your itinerary seamless with 24/7 emergency contact available
- Your Travel Specialist will listen to ensure you have the best chance of seeing the wildlife you love
Responsible by nature
- We take care to actively contribute to the conservation of environments we visit
- For select countries, we make a charitable donation on your behalf when you make your booking
- We've partnered with conservation experts and NGOs to curate responsible tours
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