Lac Vert
A small emerald lake hidden deep in the stone forest. The return route of about 20 km is the longest one-day hike in the eastern section of Ankarana.
Lac Vert sits inside the Ankarana plateau, surrounded by knife-edged stone forest. The lake water looks deep green in the sun, and the view is best from the stone forest lookout. The round trip from the east gate of Mahamasina is about 20 km and takes a full day, 7 to 9 hours. The route passes Perte des Rivières and includes a demanding climb through sharp rock in the final stretch. Some visitors shorten the trip by starting from a nearby camp. Lemurs, birds and many kinds of reptiles can be seen along the way. A park guide is required. Start early in the morning, and bring at least 3 litres of water, lunch and sun protection. The route may close in the rainy season.
Opening hours
Early morning departures (park guide required)
Nearby sights
- Andrafiabe Caves & Western Grand Tsingy
- Tsingy Rary & Ankarana Suspension Bridge
- Petit Tsingy
- Perte des Rivières
- Bat Cave (Grotte des Chauves-souris)