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Madagascar
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Madagascar Travel Guide 2026: Places to Visit and Malagasy Culture
Madagascar is a large island in the Indian Ocean off the east coast of Africa, and its currency is the Malagasy ariary. May to October is dry and cooler, which suits travel. The capital, Antananarivo, sits on a high plateau. Red hills, rice paddies and small villages shape the look of the interior.
Places to visit
- Ambohimanga Royal Hill: the historic capital of the Merina Kingdom, on the UNESCO list.
- Antsirabe: a town from the colonial period, known for its pousse-pousse bicycle taxis and craft workshops.
- Lily Waterfall: a lakeside stop on the road to Ampefy.
- Antananarivo: the capital, with local markets and a city centre to walk.
Planning tips
Antananarivo is 170 km from Antsirabe, and the road towards Ampefy takes 4 hours. The route crosses the countryside, so much of each day is spent in the vehicle, with stops at local markets on the way.
MBD Travel and travel notes
On MBD Travel programmes Madagascar is the first part of 1 tour of 8 nights. You visit Antananarivo, Antsirabe and Ampefy, and the final section moves on to Mahé island in the Seychelles. The destination lists 4 hotels and 22 room types. 3 hotels are five-star.
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