Madagascar
38 propertiesMadagascar is an island nation off Africa's southeast coast known for rainforest reserves, spiny forest, and endemic wildlife including lemurs and tortoises. The eastern rainforests hold national parks with guided walks to see lemur species; the southwest has spiny forest reserves and tortoise conservation centres near coastal villages. Nosy Be, an island off the northwest, has beach resorts. The capital Antananarivo serves as a gateway. Trips combine coastal stays with rainforest park visits in Andasibe-Mantadia and cultural experiences including village visits with Antandroy communities. The country has a subtropical climate with a rainy summer from November to April and a dry winter from May to October. Wetlands, limestone formations, and community-managed reserves add to the range of natural sites.
