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8 Things to do in Ambalavao That You Shouldn't Miss
Discover the best top things to do in Ambalavao, Madagascar including Anja Reserve, Parc National de l'Andringitra, Il trekking del Camaleonte, Natural pool, Anthonis Gasikara Tour Guide, Anja hotel jacaranda Ambalavao 303, Tour Guide Ambalavao, Alefa Tours.
1. Anja Reserve
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 328 reviews
Reviewed By PaulAndGijs - Den Bosch, The Netherlands
Must visit community run reserve. 6 communities decided to change their ways of making a living dramatically with great results. From hunting ringtail maki’s and cutting trees to make a bit of money to full-fill basic subsistence needs, they decided to create the nature reserve. The number of ring tails increased from 20 to over 400 now in their best fit habitat. During the 2 hour hike you’ll meet maki’s, cameleons snd more. The landscape is gorgeous.
2. Parc National de l'Andringitra
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 125 reviews
Reviewed By bendeus44
Travelled in Madagascar for a month, and the Andringitra was absolutely one of the best things I discovered in the country. Stunning landscape, amazing hiking paths and a close connection to nature. In comparison to Ranomafana and Isalo for instance, this never felt like a park to me, which I truly loved. With a limited budget background, I decided to stay 3 days, of which one day truly in the park (45k ariary entrance fee each day you're in). The other days were a walk back and forth from Vohitsaoka to the tiny village of Antambohobe, where I spent the nights with my guide and the local villagers (Vohitsoaka is reachable by taxibrousse from Ambalavao and costs way less than hiring a 4x4 to the alternative 'main entrance' of the park. If you have the money though, very recommendable to take this option as well). The villagers over there were incredibly kind and generous in a very honest and joyful manner, which is unfortunately not so often the case in this country... Anyway, also had an extremely good guide, named Tovo from Marcellin Guide Ambalavao, an officially recognised guide instance. He's a regional guide, but he's working in close connection to the local villager guides in the Andringitra area (taking such a local guide is compulsory once entering the park). He is very well organised and pays 100% attention to you as a visitor, but also to the sustainability of the local community. Really felt like the money I paid for guidance, food, etc. was very thoughtfully used to back the local, still very poor villagers. Don't know about the performance of other guides, but would never want to change guidance anymore going here. Totally up to you personally, but [email protected] if you would be interested. Anyway, in short, what a time!
3. Il trekking del Camaleonte
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4.5 based on 15 reviews
Reviewed By KatrienS955 - Ghent, Belgium
This is a great day hike to do, start early morning to try beat the heat a bit. The walk goes through the sacred forest, where there is a small natural pool, ideal place for picknick. The other way is down (or in our case up) the steeper and bare slope of the mountain. From some angles the top of the rock really look like a chameleon, hence the name. Throughout the hike, which is not too difficult, one has stunning views of the surrounding valley. Once on top you also have great views over the other valley and the Tsaranora mountain, for which there is a complicated legend.
4. Natural pool
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 12 reviews
Reviewed By KF804 - Asheboro, United States
We stopped here to cool off during our trek around Tsaranoro Valley. It was very relaxing to soak our feet and sit in the shade. We watched the local children play in the water before we went for lunch at the Tsarasoa Hotel. Nice!
5. Anthonis Gasikara Tour Guide
It is Anthonis or Anthonis RAHERIMANANA, I am passionate about hikking, trekking, aquatic adventure and exploration of local life. I have always lived in Madagascar and I love to show unknown places and give tips to capture the spirit of the city.
6. Anja hotel jacaranda Ambalavao 303
Jacaranda hotel closer to Anja park Ambalavao Madagascar, Activities, Hike, Bike, Relax, Tandem fly.
7. Tour Guide Ambalavao
Guide and tourist provider in Ambalavao 303 Madagascar for all tourist visits here ...
8. Alefa Tours
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4 reviews
