In the marketing department, we absolutely love it when our Product Managers share their passion for the world’s most adventurous destinations. When we asked Winnie, our Product Manager and Africa expert, to give us a travelogue about Madagascar, we thought it would be a breeze for her.
“Can’t you write a travelogue for Madagascar?” the marketing department asked me.
“Of course,” I replied. “I can certainly do that.” But it turns out, I actually can’t.
At first, I thought I’d write about Isalo. Oh my goodness, how I adore Isalo! The red-brown sandstone formations, the beautiful oases with lakes you can swim in, and the moonlike landscapes that remind me of scenes from “Star Wars”. And hardly any other visitors to share it all with.
Then I thought, no, I must write about Andasibe and the song of the indri, which on an early morning, made the hairs on my arms stand up.
But what about Antananarivo? When should I tell you about the wrought iron gates and the queen’s palace – and the whole story about the mad queen?
Or the people. I absolutely must tell you about the Bara people, who drive cattle across grass-filled plains and bury their dead in caves in the mountains. Or the Vezo people, the nomads who live in small grass huts they can pack up and carry with them.
But then I also have to mention the food! The vanilla. And the delicious seafood. And zebu! How could I forget the ever-present zebu!
I want to tell you about the nature too. How it feels as if someone has taken all the countries in the world and squeezed them into Madagascar. And about the animals. The many different types of lemurs. And chameleons. And frogs and stick insects.
And, and, and….
Marketing department: I adore you. But I simply cannot write just ONE travelogue from Madagascar.
/Winnie
TourCompass – From tourist to traveller
Are you also dreaming of travelling to Madagascar and feeling the magic Winnie experiences when choosing between the many attractions of Madagascar?
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Discover the very best of Madagascar. Prepare yourself for unique wildlife and breathtaking landscapes – from singing lemurs and colourful chameleons to lush rainforests and the sun setting behind majestic baobab trees.
Visit Madagascar and experience unique nature and exciting culture. Observe lemurs and chameleons at close quarters and meet some of the country’s many tribespeople. The tour can be extended with a beach holiday in Madagascar.
Are you tempted by Mauritius’s beautiful beaches – but dream of spicing up your trip with a completely unknown and fantastic destination? Then you should experience this journey, which begins in magical Madagascar.
Are you ready to be blown away? Experience Madagascar’s dramatic landscapes, endemic wildlife and exciting history before rounding it off with a beach holiday in exotic Mauritius.
Look forward to experiencing the highlights of Madagascar with lemurs in Andasibe and Ranomafana, history in Antananarivo, nature in Isalo, and of course, the unspoiled, white sandy beaches.
In Kenya, you will experience rhinos, elephants and lions. In Madagascar, you will hike through the rainforest looking for lemurs and chameleons, before concluding your tour with a beach holiday on exotic Mauritius.
The well known meets the lesser known. Discover South Africa’s famous Kruger National Park before continuing to exotic Madagascar, where you will explore its history and go on the lookout for lemurs.
Experience Madagascar’s extraordinary landscapes and unique wildlife in Andasibe-Mantadia National Park, delve into the rich history of the capital, Antananarivo, and unwind beside the turquoise waters of the exotic tropical island of Nosy Be.
Does the thought of singing lemurs, ancient baobab trees, and a beach holiday on a magical Madagascan island capture your imagination? Then this tour is just for you.
While the exceptional nature and wildlife of Madagascar is the main focus of this tour, why not break up the journey a little and start with a safari holiday in Kenya, giving you the chance to witness the Big Five?
Discover the very best of Madagascar. Prepare yourself for unique wildlife and breathtaking landscapes – from singing lemurs and colourful chameleons to lush rainforests and the sun setting behind majestic baobab trees.
