Highlights
- Visit to Andohahela National Park (Tsimelahy Intermediate Forest Circuit)
- Berenty Reserve
- Visit to Evatra fishing village and Lokaro creek
- Landscape and beach of Sainte-Luce
- Ranomafana National Park
- Analamazaotra National Park
- Meeting with the villagers
- Discovery of the cultural heritage
- Wild animals of the area such as lemurs, ...
- Sports outing by bike, car, motorboat
- Road lined with clove plantations, coffee trees and rice fields
- Pangalana Canal; - Photo on the baobab
- Passage through dry, intermediate and humid zones
- Camping in the village
Route I – Andohahela National Park & Berenty Reserve
Day 1: Fort-Dauphin – Manambaro – Ranopiso – Ankariera – Tsimelahy
After breakfast, departure around 7:30 a.m. along the RN13 road towards Ankariera, followed by a secondary road to Tsimelahy.
This section is in good condition, offering smooth cycling through rural landscapes framed by the Anôsy Mountains.
In the afternoon, a forest walk inside Andohahela National Park allows participants to discover wildlife and enjoy a natural pool.
Day 2: Tsimelahy – Ankariera – Ranomainty – Amboasary – Berenty Reserve
Cycling resumes on a mix of secondary tracks and well-maintained national road (RN13).
Road conditions are generally good, passing through sisal plantations before reaching Berenty Reserve.
Afternoon visit to the reserve and overnight in a comfortable lodge.
Day 3: Berenty – Amboasary – Ranomainty – Ankariera – Ankazofotsy
This stage follows mostly stable and rideable roads, ending at the Andohahela National Park Interpretation Center.
Distance: approximately 48 km.
Route II – Evatra Fishing Village & Lokaro Bay
Day 4: Ankazofotsy – Tolagnaro – Lanirano – Evatra – Lokaro
The cycling section to Lake Lanirano is on well-established roads, covering about 50 km.
The boat transfer to Evatra offers a comfortable break before a walking exploration of Lokaro Bay.
Overnight bivouac in Evatra.
Route III – Sainte-Luce Coastal Landscapes
Day 5: Evatra – Mandromodromotra – Mahatalaky – Sainte-Luce
Cycling along the RN12a begins here.
This section is partly improved, with long stretches in good condition, while some short portions remain more rustic, adding to the adventure.
Arrival in Sainte-Luce, famous for its beaches and fresh seafood.
Route IV – RN12a: Mahatalaky Tolagnaro to Manakara
Day 6: Sainte-Luce –Mahatalaky- Manambato – Manantenina
This is one of the most adventurous stages.
The route includes river crossings using local ferries, although several former ferry points are now replaced by bridges, making the journey smoother than in the past.
Overall, about 60% of this section is in good condition, with remaining parts on natural tracks.
Overnight in Manantenina.
Day 7: Manantenina – Maroroy – Befasy – Sandravinany
Cycling continues on secondary coastal tracks, alternating between rideable sections and rougher terrain.
The landscape between sea and mountains remains spectacular throughout the day.
Day 8: Sandravinany – Somisiky – Manambondro
This stage crosses wide plains near the ocean.
The track is sandy and stony in places, but passable, offering an authentic cycling experience through remote areas.
Day 9: Manambondro – Masianaka – Vangaindrano
Road conditions improve again, with long sections in good condition through clove plantations.
A small number of local ferry crossings remain in this region, contributing to the unique character of the route.
Day 10: Vangaindrano – Farafangana
This stage follows a main road in generally good condition for approximately 75 km, passing large rice fields and agricultural villages.
Day 11: Farafangana – Vohipeno
Cycling on a well-maintained asphalt road, making this one of the most comfortable riding days of the journey.
Day 12: Vohipeno – Manakara
A shorter and pleasant ride of 50 km, mostly on good road conditions, arriving in Manakara.
Route V: Ranomafana National Park
Day 13: Manakara – Ranomafana
Travel through breathtaking mountain scenery as we journey 182 km (approx. 4.5 hours) toward Ranomafana National Park.
Along the way, picturesque villages and welcoming local communities reveal the true heart of rural Madagascar, far from the beaten path.
Day 14: Ranomafana National Park – A Biodiversity Paradise
Step into one of Madagascar’s richest rainforests, covering over 41,600 hectares of protected wilderness.
Ranomafana is a dream destination for nature lovers, home to 26 species of lemurs, rare birds, colorful reptiles, and countless endemic plants.
Guided walks allow you to experience the forest at eye level, listening to the sounds of wildlife and discovering the secrets of this extraordinary ecosystem.
Day 15: Ranomafana – Mananjary
After a final forest experience, we continue toward the east coast.
This scenic drive offers spectacular panoramic views, winding through mountains and valleys before reaching the coastal town of Mananjary.
Route VI: The Legendary Pangalanes Canal
Day 16: Pangalanes Canal (Mananjary – Nosy Varika)
At around 7:00 am, we board a speedboat to explore the iconic Pangalanes Canal, a historic waterway stretching along Madagascar’s east coast.
Passing through traditional villages such as Ambohitsara, this peaceful journey reveals daily life, fishing traditions, and ancestral beliefs along the canal banks.
An authentic cultural experience surrounded by water, palm trees, and timeless landscapes.
Day 17: Pangalanes Canal (Nosy Varika – Mahanoro)
Today, the adventure continues through a lush mosaic of lakes, lagoons, bamboo forests, and aquatic plants.
We encounter traditional pirogues and fishermen at work, offering perfect photo opportunities.
Crossing a river mouth with powerful currents creates a thrilling contrast to the calm waters of the canal—one of the most memorable moments of the journey.
Route VII: Andasibe & Analamazaotra National Park
Day 18: Mahanoro – Andasibe
We leave the waterways behind and head inland by car, covering 250 km (approx. 5.5 hours) via RN11a and RN2.
The changing landscapes reflect Madagascar’s incredible diversity as we approach the misty rainforests of Andasibe.
Day 19: Analamazaotra National Park – Home of the Indri-Indri
After breakfast, we explore Analamazaotra National Park, famous for the haunting calls of the Indri-Indri, the largest living lemur.
Guided forest walks introduce you to rare wildlife, endemic plants, birds, and reptiles.
Nearby private reserves offer additional encounters with lemurs, making this day a true highlight for wildlife enthusiasts.
Day 20: Andasibe – Antananarivo
After breakfast, we return to Antananarivo via the RN2 (143 km – approx. 3 hours).
Before the journey ends, we gather for a final farewell in one of the city’s best bar-restaurants, celebrating shared memories and an unforgettable Malagasy adventure.
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PREVIEW
- Starting point: Restaurant in Fort Dauphin;
- Arrival point: Hotel Antananarivo
- Car that connects Manakara to Ranomafana and Ranomafana to Mananjary; Mahanoro to Antananarivo via Andasibe
- Type of tour: Bike and speedboat ride; Some car tours
- Visit the fauna and flora, landscapes and the beautiful beach, our ancestral culture, meeting with the locals...
- Duration of the trip: 20 days
- Camping in the villages- Children over 14 years old can participate in this bike tour.
- Participants must follow our proposal if we take plan B because of bad weather or storms, especially on the pangalanes circuit between Manakara, Mananjary, Nosivarika and Mahanoro or other.
- If a participant falls ill, the good places to find the hospital are: Tolagnaro, Vangaindrano, Farafangana, Manakara, Mananjary…
- The costs and the wait at the hospital for the sick participant are not our responsibility
- All participants must be responsible for their insurance
- The following places are possible to find a bank if the participant needs money: Tolagnaro, Vangaindrano, Farafangana, Manakara, Mananjary…
- All participants must be light on their bikes because we sometimes ride our route in the rain.
- The surveillance car carries all the luggage of the participants.
- Our camping meal is based on rice, beans, fish, chicken, vegetables, Chinese soup, etc.
- Around $ 222 for the sale price of a mountain bike in Tolagnaro Madagascar. But it is not the good quality!
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