Days: 15
Nights: 14

Jewels of the Indian Ocean

What to expect

Journey Overview

Discover the exotic and delightful Indian Ocean islands of Madagascar and Mauritius. Madagascar, the island of scents with its rare flora, unique fauna and incredibly diverse terrain is like nowhere else. Venture into the fourth largest island in the world in search of the curious lemur, tiny chameleons and rare vegetation. Mauritius, a gem of an Indian Ocean island of French, Indian, Africa, Creole and Chinese cultural influences with an interior of volcanic mountain peaks, sugar plantations and cascading waterfalls and a host of luxury beach resorts stretching along its coast facing shallow aquamarine waters.

  • 14 Nights accommodation
  • Breakfast daily 
  • Breakfast & dinner at Mantadia Lodge
  • All ground transport by 4WD vehicle with dedicated driver in Madagascar
  • Services of an English speaking naturalist guide in Madagascar
  • Complimentary select water sports & land activities at LUX* Le Morne 
  • All entrance fees to national parks, reserves & park guide fees 
  • All government taxes & associated charges
  • All airport private transfers with our landside meet & greet service on arrival & departure
Jewels of the Indian Ocean departs on a Wednesday* *Based on current Air Mauritius flight schedules and subject to change without notice.

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Your Journey Begins

Day by Day Itinerary

Day 01
Mauritius

Arrive at Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport where a Wildlife Safari representative will meet you with a warm welcome and escort you to your hotel.

Overnight – Preskil Island Resort

Day 02
Antananarivo

Transfer by private vehicle to Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport for your international flight to Antananarivo, Madagascar. On arrival at Ivato International Airport you will be warmly welcomed and transferred by private vehicle to your boutique hotel.

Overnight – Palissandre Hotel & Spa

Day 03
Morondava

Morning private transfer to Ivato International Airport for your domestic flight to Morondava on the west coast. On arrival meet your guide for your vehicle transfer to your resort on Nosy Kely beach.

Overnight – Palissandre Cote Ouest Resort & Spa

Day 04
Morondava

Set off on a full day of sightseeing to explore the dry deciduous region to visit the Tsingy de Bemaraha National Park and view the extraordinarily statuesque ‘Avenue of the Baobabs ‘, an avenue of 800 year old Baobabs along a dirt road between Morondava and Belon’i Tsiribihina.

Overnight – Palissandre Cote Ouest Resort & Spa

Day 05
Andasibe-Mantadia

Up early for the return domestic flight to Antananarivo. On arrival meet your Wildlife Safari representative and continue your journey by road travelling through typical hauts plateau countryside, rice paddies and Merina villages to the rainforest reserves in the province of Toamasina. Early this evening set off on a guided walk to observe the nocturnal creatures in the Vakona Private Reserve.

Overnight – Mantadia Lodge

Day 06
Andasibe-Mantadia

Full day to explore the Andasibe – Mantadia, a rainforest National Park of two protected areas the Analamazaotra / Perinet Reserve and Mantadia National Park. Perinet is renowned for its population of Indri, the largest living lemur with its haunting cry. Spend the day exploring this region with your naturalist private guide.

Overnight – Mantadia Lodge

Day 07
Anantanarivo

After a leisurely breakfast journey by road to Antananarivo, the lively and vibrant capital in the Central Highlands.

Overnight – Le Relais Des Plateaux

Day 08
Mauritius

Today you will transfer by private vehicle to Ivato International Airport for with your international flight to Mauritius. On arrival in Mauritius you will be warmly welcomed and transferred by private vehicle to your resort on the south west coast.

Overnight – LUX* Le Morne

Day 09 to Day 14
Mauritius

Time is your own to spend restful days relaxing in the elegant surrounds of your resort enjoying the variety of water and land activities on offer. Optional sightseeing excursions can be easily arranged to explore more of this charming island.

Overnights – LUX* Le Morne

Day 15
Depart Mauritius

Transfer by private vehicle to Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport for your onward travel arrangements.

Upgrade Your Resort In Mauritius

You may wish to upgrade your stay on the island of Mauritius to the boutique Constance Prince Maurice, an elegant and classic resort on the picturesque east coast or choose other resorts from our collection. Our team of Indian Ocean Experts can recommend the perfect resort for you.

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