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In the east of Madagascar stands Antananarivo, the capital of the country, whose appeal is rooted in its striking blend of Eastern, Western and African influences evident in its architecture and culture. The city stands proudly on a ridge and is one of contrasts with cobbled streets and historical buildings sharing space with rice paddies and verdant hills. A lively and bustling city, Antananarivo will ensure that every day is filled with unusual spectacles.
The crowning glory of the city, the Rova of Antananarivo literally crowns the capital as it stands upon the highest hill. The interior of this stone palace complex was burnt in a fire, but its exterior is still a site to see. A stroll through the Andohalo neighbourhood will yield a variety of delights as visitors walk between streets lined with flowerbeds towards a large square housing the country’s largest Catholic Church and oldest school.
A high elevation ensures that the city enjoys a moderate climate despite its position in the tropics. As the capital city and home to the Ivato International Airport, Antananarivo is also the gateway to Madagascar, a taste of which can be experienced at the lush Tsimbazaza Zoological Park amid the hills of the south-west corner of the city.
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Our favourite tours showcasing the best of Antananarivo
8 nights
Antananarivo & back again on this honeymoon promising toes in the city and in the sand.
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8 nights
Explore vibrant Antananarivo & lush, lemur-filled rainforests before ending off this Madagascan extravaganza on the pristine & luxurious beaches of Nosy Be island.
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12 nights
Experience the best of South Africa's cities, safaris and spectacular sights before marvelling the majestic Victoria Falls and Botswana's vast river labyrinth.
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10 nights
Iconic locations await travellers eager to experience East Africa's abundant beauty. From action-packed safaris to unblemished beaches, experience the best of Tanzania.
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9 nights
Celebrate World Rhino Day with a conservation based tour. Connect with the local community in the Mother City of Cape Town, embark on a rhino conservation mission with Wildlife ACT and end off your journey on a rhino safari in the Sabi Sand Game Reserve, housed by South Africa's wildlife mecca, The Kruger National Park.
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6 nights
Celebrate World Rhino Day with a conservation-based tour. Meander through the enchanting Mother City and make your way to the Eastern Cape for a life-changing rhino safari where you can witness these creatures up close.
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Accommodation for every kind of traveller
Hotel | Antananarivo
Fuss-free and friendly accommodation on your way in and out of Madagascar is on offer at Relais Des Plateaux Hotel. Only 10-15 minutes from its Ivato International Airport and a swift 30-minute drive from the capital city, the hotel allows guests to explore Antananarivo at their leisure while being assured of easy access to the airport.
Hotel | Antananarivo
Perched on a hill above Madagascar’s thriving capital city and overlooking the fabled Avenue of Independence, Palissandre Hotel & Spa is a superb base for travellers wanting to explore the city and those wanting to wind down before or after their trip around the island.
Hotel | Antananarivo
The serene Au Bois Vert is located in a three-hectare forest approximately 10km from Antananarivo and 10 minutes from Ivato Airport. Explore the surrounding forest that is home to chameleons, birds, and various other plant and animal life, or borrow a bicycle or motorcycle from the hotel and visit the surrounding local villages and markets.
Hotel | Antananarivo
Old-style French Malagasy charm abounds in Pavillon de l’Emyrne—a boutique hotel found in the old city of Madagascar’s capital Antananarivo. All of the city’s best restaurants, historical attractions, shops, and bars are on your doorstep in this old house dotted with lovingly restored traditional antiques and furniture.
Private island | Northern Madagascar
Guests of Time + Tide Miavana encounter a private tropical island paradise on a level of luxury untouched by the modern world. Not only are all 14 villas magnificently and professionally designed, but idyllic wildlife encounters and the overall experience of authentic island bliss ensure that a holiday here is unlike any other.
Hotel | Nosy Be
Worship the sun and the sea, with sand between your toes and sarong around your waist. At Constance Tsarabanjina Madagascar, there are no deadlines and no obligations. Contemplate only what matters from the sway of a beach hammock, and discover the island’s unique biodiversity with a walk through the green and splash in the blue.
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Enquire nowThrough our volume and direct relationships, we will ensure that you never pay more than you should. We’re so confident that if you manage to somehow find the same holiday for less, we'll beat it.
We’ve slept in the beds, tasted the food, met the people and seen the wildlife. Then we went back and did it all again, just to be sure. We’ll keep on going back to ensure that what we recommend is perfect for you. We pride ourselves on being the authority on African travel.
We want only the best for the place we call home, and that’s why are devoted to conservation and community upliftment. Join us, and leave your legacy in Africa.
We are a Southern Africa Tourism Services Association (SATSA) affiliated and bonded company, completing the circle of a one-stop travel shop to Africa. We are also members of African Travel and Tourism Association (ATTA), which is Europe’s largest trade association promoting Africa.
For five years running we’ve been awarded the title of Africa’s Leading Safari Company by the World Travel Awards, the Oscars of the travel industry. Ladies and gentlemen, you're dealing with the King of this Jungle!
We are the only tour operator in Africa to provide complimentary financial protection. This means that should anything go wrong you can rest assured that we have you covered. It’s included in each booking and is completely free of charge.
We have direct relationships with over 1,500 suppliers across Africa. Based in spectacular Cape Town, we’re on the ground which allows us to cut out agents and the middlemen, delivering you the best pricing possible.
Our itineraries are like the spots on a leopard’s coat - each one is different. We’ll tailor-make your trip to suit your individual needs rather than simply asking you to choose. Through this we create your dream trip.
Through our volume and direct relationships, we will ensure that you never pay more than you should. We’re so confident that if you manage to somehow find the same holiday for less, we'll beat it.
We’ve slept in the beds, tasted the food, met the people and seen the wildlife. Then we went back and did it all again, just to be sure. We’ll keep on going back to ensure that what we recommend is perfect for you. We pride ourselves on being the authority on African travel.
We want only the best for the place we call home, and that’s why are devoted to conservation and community upliftment. Join us, and leave your legacy in Africa.
