Overview
TRIP BY VEZO OUTRIGGER CANOE, FROM THE HIGHLAND TO THE WEST AND MORONDAVA TO TOLIARA TOUR
This trip in the seaside takes you along the Vezo lagoons, which are protected by coral reefs from Morombe to Anakao. The tour allows you to discover the entire Madagascar south-west coast from Morondava to Toliara. The Vezo is an ethnic group called the nomadics of the sea with whom you will meet during your journey. Adventure tour is done by vezo outrigger canoe and its duration depends on the wind but it is necessary to envisage a week. The coast offers you decorated landscapes of dreams, wild creeks, turquoise lagoons, dunes and white sandy beaches. We lift the sail to Morondava and go for an adventure under the wind, through Belo-sur-Mer, Andranopasy and Morombe. Then continue on Andavadaoka, Salary and Ifaty one of the best seaside resort of the south of Madagascar. The boatmen will help you lead the seafood hunt with their inherited methods.
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Departure city
Antananarivo
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Duration |
Type |
Axis |
Level |
Availability |
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7days/6nights |
Adventure tour |
South-west |
2 |
April to November |
Itinerary
D1: Arrival in Antananarivo
Meet and great services from our representatives at the Ivato Airport
Transfer to the hotel
Overnight accommodation at the hotel San Cristobal Boutique*** or similar
D2: Antananarivo / Morondava (1h15min flight duration)
Direct internal flight TNR-MOQ
Understanding Morondava and enjoy the Avenue of Baobabs with its amazing sunset
Baobabs Alley, Loving Baobabs, landscapes, sunset…
Overnight accommodation at the hotel Palissadre Côte Ouest & Spa**** or similar
D3: Morondava / Belo-sur-Mer
Embark on an adventure for an unforgettable experience: an authentic Vezo pirogue cruise. Board these traditional boats and immerse yourself in the heart of Vezo culture, the iconic maritime people of Madagascar’s west coast. Let the local sailors guide you as they reveal the secrets of the turquoise waters and coral reefs untill Toliara. At the leisurely pace of the pirogue, soak up the unique atmosphere of this journey, discovering ancestral traditions, meeting the inhabitants of coastal villages, and exploring the natural wonders that dot the coastline. This cruise promises moments of complete escape and unforgettable memories as you drift along the azure waters of the Indian Ocean.
Belo-sur-Mer, a charming coastal town nestled in a stunning bay. Famous for its scallop fishing and its talented craftsmen who build traditional dhows, this destination offers an enchanting setting where natural beauty blends harmoniously with local expertise.
Lunch in a suitatble restaurant
Understanding Belo sur Mer
Visit of the traditional construction of dhows.
Overnight accommodation at the Hotel Belo Beach*** or similar
D4: Belo-sur-Mer / Morombe
Continue your journey towards Morombe by making a semi-circular route. Morombe is where the vast coral reefs extend south of Tuléar, and you can enjoy the magnificent lagoons with their shades of blue that characterize this region.
Lunch in a suitable restaurant
The daily lives and lifestyle of Vezo fishermen
Overnight accommodation at the Hotel Le Paletuvier** or similar
D5: Morombe (45KMS)
Drive off road from Morombe to visit the great Baobab of Morombe.
Lunch in a suitable restaurant
Giant baobab of Morombe, spiny forest, people and culture
Overnight accommodation at the Hotel Le Paletuvier** or similar
D6: Morombe / Andavadaoka
Departure for Andavadaoka, literally the « Pierced Rock », a true paradise for divers. Between the spectacular rock formations, coral reefs and scattered islets, this place is home to an exceptionally beautiful underwater biodiversity mainly turtle.
Lunch in a suitable restaurant
Watching flying fish and sea turtles, swimming, strolling, exploring islets of Morombe…
Overnight accommodation at the Hotel Laguna Blu Resort***or similar
D7: Andavadaoka / Salary
Departure towards Salary Bay, named after the eponymous village nestled on the edge of a bright blue lagoon, this paradise is a must-see.
Lunch in a suitable restaurant
White sandy beach, lagoon, scenery, relaxation…
Overnight accommodation at the Hotel Salary Bay*** or similar
D8: Salary / Ifaty
Pass through Madiorano, a Vezo fishing village. Continue on to one of Madagascar’s hidden gems, renowned for its magnificent white sand beaches and crystal-clear waters. The seabed teems with life, protected by coral reefs, offering an unforgettable diving experience amidst pristine biodiversity.
The trip by Vezo canoe takes end in this enchanting location.
Lunch in a suitable restaurant
Fisherman villages of Madiorano, landscapes, way of life of Vezo tribe…
Overnight accommodation at the Hotel Vovotelo*** or similar
D9: Ifaty
Immerse yourself in the magic of Madagascar by exploring the famous Baobab Forest in Ifaty. Walk along shaded paths lined with these iconic trees, some of which are centuries old.
Lunch in a suitable restaurant
Visit of Reniala Park, bird species, swimming, beach, local seafood gastronomy
Overnight accommodation at the Hotel Vovotelo*** or similar
D10: Ifaty / Toliara / Antananarivo (30KMS +145min flight duration)
Drive to Toliara
Have a visit of the garden of the sea, lovers of the little things of the sea will be very happy.
Transfer to the airport TLE
Direct internal flight (TLE-TNR)
Lunch in a suitable restaurant
Several species of fishes, histories, shopping souvenirs…
Overnight accommodation at the hotel San Cristobal Boutique*** or similar
D11: Departure from Antananarivo (20KMS)
Ambohimanga is an ancient royal city and a symbolic center of Merina royalty. It was the residence of King Andrianampoinimerina in the 18th century, an emblematic figure in the history of Madagascar, recognized as the unifier of the Kingdom of Imerina.
Today, the site remains a major pilgrimage site for many Malagasy people. Much more than a simple historical relic, Ambohimanga remains a vibrant space, where traditional rituals such as offerings, prayers to ancestors, and various sacred ceremonies are perpetuated, testifying to the continuity of Malagasy cultural and spiritual practices.
According to the international departure, shopping souvenirs at Lisy Art Gallery, have a visit of the Queen’s Palace.
Lunch in a suitable restaurant
Transfer to the airport
Histories and cultures, city tour, souvenirs, viewpoints, histories and cultures
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