Petit Tsingy
Petits Tsingy
A short stone forest trail near the east gate, with low physical demands and close views of needle-sharp limestone and lemurs.
Petit Tsingy is a smaller area of limestone pinnacles near the east gate of Mahamasina. Its trails are short and gently graded, so it suits visitors with limited time or those who prefer shorter routes, and it is often used as a warm-up for the larger Tsingy trail. The stone forest is smaller than the Lavaka Tsingy, but you can still get up close to the knife-edged rock surfaces and drought-tolerant plants such as baobabs and elephant-foot trees growing on the rocks. Lemurs are most active in the early morning and late afternoon. A typical visit combined with the Bat Cave takes two to three hours. A park guide is required, and the entry fee is included in the day ticket.
Opening hours
Approx. 07:00–16:00 (park guide required)
Nearby sights
- Perte des Rivières
- Bat Cave (Grotte des Chauves-souris)
- Tsingy Rary & Ankarana Suspension Bridge
- Lac Vert
- Andrafiabe Caves & Western Grand Tsingy