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Spiny Forests

BERENTY RESERVE

A private reserve amidst sisal plantations, with habituated ring-tailed lemurs, ‘dancing’ Verreaux’s sifakas and beguiling brown lemurs seen from wide, easy trails in gallery (riverine) forest near the reserve lodge.  Sightings are guaranteed, giving ample scope for good photographs. Fruit bats nest in the area and bird life is exceptional with over 100 recorded species. A night walk in the eerie spiny forest should reveal mouse lemur, sportive lemur, chameleons and owls.


Berenty Lodge

The only lodge in the reserve, consisting of various simple bungalows, including family-sized ones, a restaurant and location right next to the gallery forest and close to the spiny forest fragment.

 

IFOTAKA & MANDRARE RIVER

This area of dry spiny forest and riverine forest with ninety-five per cent endemicity is home to the proud Antandroy tribe with fiercely held traditions and a fascinating culture.  The forest is sacred to the tribe, allowing lemur species such as ring tailed lemurs and Verreaux's sifakas to thrive along with many birds. Guests gain an insight into the delicate balance between human and environmental requirements for sustainability on day and night walks, as well as by meeting local people (please see below).


Mandrare River Camp

A comfortable and intimate safari-style camp located four hours' beautiful (if bumpy) drive north-west of Fort Dauphin (also possible to fly by charter plane). Tucked away amongst shady tamarind trees on the banks of the Mandrare River, it is a perfect base to explore the Ifotaka region with its sacred ancestral spiny and riverine forests, together with a rare opportunity to gain understanding of the relatively untouched and fascinating Antandroy tribe. Service and dining is outstanding with charming hosts to make your stay special.

This lodge combines well with Manafiafy Beach and Rainforest Lodge (Islands and Coastal section)

Fabulous Family Fun In Madagascar

For cost-conscious families wishing to experience a good variety of habitats and wildlife, then spend time relaxing by the beach.  Beginning with the rainforest, then the eerie spiny forest of the dry south for close lemur encounters. Finally, a tropical isle with its beaches and colourful reefs. A natural family combination. Find out more...

Madagascar De Luxe – A Family Holiday In Style

For a very comfortable Madagascar family holiday with plenty of lemurs and time to relax in beautiful surroundings look no further.  Enjoy Madagascar in the greatest of style on this family journey of a lifetime.  Find out more...

Madagascar’s Unique Wildlife - A Family Adventure

The extra-special wildlife found in two of Madagascar’s main habitats - rainforest and tropical dry deciduous forest - is explored in this exciting programme for older children (7-11 years), ending with the beach and whale-watching on Ile Sainte Marie.  A stimulating and varied itinerary providing superb natural and relaxation time for all the family.  Find out more...

A Madagascar Family Wildlife Holiday in Comfort

A fabulous three-centre family holiday covering a wide variety of habitats and wildlife, as well as a fascinating insight into the local culture and a beautiful beach with whales offshore in season. Informative and exciting, this itinerary has something for everyone!

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Important Notes

IMPORTANT NOTE (1): Despite recent improvements, Madagascar still has some accommodation of a low standard, and a poor infrastructure including unreliable domestic flights and communications, and rough roads.  Although we try to choose the best areas for families, many are isolated and far from medical and other services. Trails can be strenuous, campsites and park huts basic.  Bookings are only accepted if the client accepts Reef and Rainforest Tours has done everything in its power to ensure there are no difficulties, but has limited control over standards of equipment, availability of accommodation and other services, airline and hotel reservation policies, flight schedule changes or breakdowns in communications.


IMPORTANT NOTE (2): Each location generally has limited satisfactory hotels, and international and domestic flights often fill early. Because increases in hotel beds and flight seats have not kept up with visitor numbers, early booking for tailor-made tours is advisable to secure desired itineraries, particularly during high season (from late May to mid November). Some waitlisted nights are to be expected if booking less than 18 months in advance. Waitlists usually clear prior to departure.  We do our utmost to secure accommodation specified in your itinerary, but alternative accommodation will be offered and must be accepted by you in the unlikely event  waitlisted nights do not clear. Your booking is conditional on your understanding and acceptance of this situation.