Who has never dreamed of going back in time to discover a lost paradise? Exploring the Makay massif, a remote territory in the extreme south of the island, is like discovering the myth of a forgotten valley that jealously guards its Noah's Ark...

The Makay: for adventurers in search of a lost paradise...

The zebu is sure to feature in any trip to Madagascar and is of great importance in everyday life. The zebu is a visible sign of wealth, an essential part of farming and also plays a leading role in local culture.

The importance of the omby or zebu in Madagascar

Discover the Manambolo River, which flows through the western part of the country, gently crossing the regions of Melaky and Menabe. The journey down the Manambolo, which is more adventurous than the Tsiribihina, begins after a few days of trekking through the desert hills of the west. It is an excellent way to gain direct access to Tsingy de Bemaraha National Park!

The journey down the Manambolo River

Located A2 kilometres from Toliara, the Antsokay Arboretum is home to a great number of plant species from southern Madagascar. As you walk amongst the different trees, a guide will explain the role of each substance in the daily life of the region's inhabitants. A wonderful introduction to the culture of the south of the country

The Antsokay Arboretum

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Antsirabe

Miandrivazo

Bemaraha (Tsingy)

Due to its location on the banks of the Sambirano River and its microclimate, Ambanja is a particularly fertile land. 

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This natural wealth is favourable to coffee, vanilla, ylang-ylang and cocoa farming. Relatively untouched by tourism, this city and its region will appeal to those who love to get off the beaten track. Madagascar cocoa beans are world renowned. Even if it only represents between 1 and 5% of world production, the island's cocoa is highly esteemed. This is especially because it produces a rare type, the "criollo", which is famous for its strong flavour and low bitterness. A visit to Ambanja is therefore a wonderful occasion to discover its cocoa plantations. For example, you can visit the Millot plantation on the road to Antsahampano, which was established over a century ago. Many of the world's top chefs have done just that. You will see the cocoa trees that grow in the shade of centuries-old trees and learn all about the farming, harvesting and processing of cocoa beans. And, of course, it's all 100% organic!

Due to its location on the banks of the Sambirano River and its microclimate, Ambanja is a particularly fertile land.

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