Fly-in Morondava: Tsingy & Baobabs
Fly to the west coast, head north by 4WD to the Bemaraha stone forest, and return via Kirindy and the Avenue of the Baobabs.
Save time by taking a domestic flight from the capital to the west coast, leaving more time for the Great and Small Tsingy, the Manambolo Gorge, and a night walk in Kirindy. Two days of rough dirt roads and river ferry crossings make for a bumpy ride, but it saves more than four days compared to a full overland journey. Ideal for active travelers who want to focus solely on the west. This route is completely impassable during the rainy season.
The park is closed from mid-December to April; road conditions in early May and late November can be highly unpredictable.
Day by day
Day 1 · Fly to the West Coast for Sunset
Morondava & Avenue of the Baobabs（Avenue of the Baobabs）
Fly from Antananarivo to Morondava (approx. 1 hour), then take a 4WD (approx. 40 minutes) to the Avenue of the Baobabs for sunset.
Flights do not operate daily; secure your flight tickets before booking ground arrangements.
Stay: Morondava Town & Beach
Day 2 · Overland Dirt Road North to Bekopaka
Morondava & Avenue of the Baobabs（Baobab Sacré） → Tsingy de Bemaraha (Bekopaka)（Bekopaka）
Drive approx. 200 km (9 to 10 hours) in a 4WD, including two ferry crossings at Belo and the Manambolo River.
Depart before dawn; missing the last ferry crossing will result in a night in the vehicle.
Stay: Bekopaka Village
Day 3 · Harness Trekking in the Great Tsingy
Tsingy de Bemaraha (Bekopaka)（Grands Tsingy、Tsingy Suspension Bridge & Viewpoints）
Drive approx. 1.5 hours to the trailhead, put on a safety harness, and complete a 3 to 4-hour trek before returning.
Sturdy, stiff-soled shoes and gloves are mandatory; not recommended for those with a fear of heights.
Stay: Bekopaka Village
Day 4 · Small Tsingy & Gorge Canoe Trip
Tsingy de Bemaraha (Bekopaka)（Petits Tsingy、Manambolo River Gorge）
Walk or take a short drive from the village to the Small Tsingy, followed by an afternoon pirogue (canoe) trip on the Manambolo River.
Lodges here rely on generators; ensure you have enough cash on hand.
Stay: Bekopaka Village
Day 5 · South to Kirindy for a Night Walk
Morondava & Avenue of the Baobabs（Kirindy Forest）
Drive approx. 140 km (8 hours) in a 4WD, crossing two ferries to reach the forest camp.
The camp is rustic with limited rooms; book well in advance.
Stay: Kirindy Forest Camp
Day 6 · Morning Lemur Walk & Return to Morondava
Morondava & Avenue of the Baobabs（Marofandilia Village、Baobabs Amoureux (Lovers' Baobabs)）
Take an early morning walk in the forest, then drive approx. 2 hours back to town, stopping to see the "Baobab in Love" on the way.
Stay: Morondava Town & Beach
Day 7 · Fishing Village Walk & Fly Back
Morondava & Avenue of the Baobabs（Betania Fishing Village）
Take a short local transfer to the Betania ferry, then transfer to the airport in the afternoon for your 1-hour flight back to Antananarivo.