Andasibe Rainforest Lemur Short Tour
Spend two nights heading east from the capital to hear the Indri at dawn, spot chameleons at night, and trek deep into Mantadia.
The most common short excursion around Tana, accessible via paved roads and easily completed over a weekend. The itinerary focuses on forest observation with relatively short trails, making it suitable for children and seniors. With its short duration and single hotel stay, it is perfect for travelers transiting through the capital who want to see lemurs, or as an extension before the East Coast or RN7 routes.
Accessible year-round; Indris are most active in calling from Oct–Apr; early booking is required for Jul–Aug.
Day by day
Day 1 · Reptile Park & Rainforest Night Walk
Andasibe（Peyrieras Reptile Reserve、VOI MMA Community Reserve）
Drive about 140 km along RN2 in the morning (approx. 3 to 4 hours) to reach the forest lodge in the afternoon.
Apply insect repellent and wear long sleeves before the night walk.
Stay: Park Entrance Forest Lodges
Day 2 · Morning Indri Calls
Andasibe（Andasibe-Mantadia National Park、Vakôna Lemur Island）
Walk or take a short drive to enter the park, guided for 3 to 4 hours, then take a short trip to Vakona in the afternoon.
Vakona features semi-captive lemurs, which is more suitable for families with kids.
Stay: Park Entrance Forest Lodges
Day 3 · Mantadia Deep Forest & Return
Andasibe（Mantadia National Park (northern sector)） → Antananarivo
Drive north about 20 km in the morning for a trek in Mantadia, then return to the capital along RN2 in the afternoon.
The road to Mantadia is steep and rough; a 4WD is recommended after rain.