6 days tour

Madagascar In The Path Of Jacques Berthieu

$ 1,384 .00 USD

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Madagascar In The Path Of Jacques Berthieu

This tour includes:

Others

โ€ขEntrances to the parks and sites indicated โ€ขTourist taxes and vignettes โ€ขOne bottle of water per person per day

Guide

Professional English, French, Italian or Spanish speaking guide according to your request throughout the trip. Local guides

Meals

โ€ขPicnic lunches as indicated on day 2, day 3 and day 4. โ€ขDinner on day 2, day 3 and day 4

Transport

โ€ขA vehicle with fuel throughout the journey โ€ขTransfers

Accommodation

Accommodation with breakfast throughout the trip as indicated in the program, based on a double room (or similar).

Not included:

Others

โ€ขMeals which are indicated in the program: not specified in the included services. โ€ขThe price of the visa: +/- 35 โ‚ฌ.

Optional

Tips and drinks, extras and personal expenses

Insurance

Your personal insurances

Flights

The international flight

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Itinerary of your trip Madagascar In The Path Of Jacques Berthieu

  • Day 1 Day 1: Arrival In Antananarivo
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Arrival In Antananarivo

      Our team welcomes you at Ivato International Airport at your arrival, transfer to the hotel, and presentation of the tour program and delivery the travel documents. Dinner and night at the hotel. 

      โ€ข Duration: 30 min

      โ€ข Distance: 15 km

      โ€ข Accommodation: ROVA HOTEL or similar 


  • Day 2 Day 2: Prayer Worship At Father Pedroโ€™S Church And Departure For Ambiatibe
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Prayer Worship At Father Pedroโ€™S Church And Departure For Ambiatibe

      In the morning after breakfast, join the Akamasoa association to attend Father Pedroโ€™s mass. Picnic lunch, then departure to join National Road number 3 towards Ambiatibe, a place where Father Jacques Berthieu was martyred. A short stop at TalataVolonondry for looking at the famous koba market (rice cakes filled with caramelized peanuts) and sausages which make the fame of this place. A few minutes away from Talata is the construction of a cart, make a small visit. Then continue to Ambiatibe. The priest and the sisters welcome you on your arrival, then look a film projection about the story of the Catholic Missionary Father Jacques Berthieu. Time for prayer with the priest and the sisters.

      โ€ข Duration: 1 hour

      โ€ข Distance: 49 km

      โ€ข Meals included: breakfast and lunch picnic and dinner  

      โ€ข Accommodation: at the religious house 


  • Day 3 Day 3: Follow The Path Of Jacques Berthieu
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Follow The Path Of Jacques Berthieu

      After your breakfast, drive to Ambohitra where Jacques Berthieuโ€™s way of the Cross begins, the walk start. Then, continue to Ambiatibe and finish to Mananara river where the remains of Jacques Berthieu were thrown, collect holy water in this place if you want. On the way to the priestโ€™s the Cross way, there are 15 stops where you will carry out prayer worship and discover the story of the suffering of the missionary. Picnic lunch, then in the afternoon you will go fishing in the Koike park and relax by the lake. Dinner and overnight at the guest house.

      โ€ข Distance: 3.5 km on foot

      โ€ข Meals included: Breakfast and picnic lunch and dinner

      โ€ข Accommodation: bed and breakfast


  • Day 4 Day 4: Visit Of The Antsahabe Park - Anjozorobe
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Visit Of The Antsahabe Park - Anjozorobe

      After breakfast, departure in the morning for the Antsahabe-Anjozorobe Park. The park is surrounded by hills, rice fields and forests. It is extremely rich in animal and plant species such as the great lemur (Babakoto) Indri indri, different species of orchids, a multitude of birds, reptiles and amphibians. Afterwards, visit of the stills for the production of essential oil and discovery of the ponds for pond fish farming. At the end of the afternoon, you have a convivial exchange and meet the local people. Night in bivouac.

      โ€ข Duration: 1h 6min

      โ€ข Distance: 54.5 km

      โ€ข Meals included: Breakfast, picnic lunch and dinner

      โ€ข Accommodation: in bivouac 


  • Day 5 Day 5: Return In The Capital
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5: Return In The Capital

      Departure in the morning for the return to Antananarivo, a stop for a cultural and historical discovery by visiting the Royal Palace in Ambohimanga Rova. On the way, stop to visit a center that takes care of autistic children and young people. This is the Padre Pio Charity House, supported by our Tour Operator in its charitable activities. Free lunch at the restaurant. Return to your hotel.

      โ€ข Meals included: Breakfast

      โ€ข Accommodation: ROVA HOTEL or similar


  • Day 6 Day 6: The City Tour
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 6: The City Tour

      After breakfast, departure to discover Lemurโ€™s park. This park has 9 species of lemurs including 7 diurnal and 2 nocturnal, these species live in complete freedom along the Katsaoka river. In addition to the lemurs, the park shelters more than 6,000 trees and has no less than 70 species of plants of which about 40 are endemic to the big island. Afterwards, visit the market and the historical sites of the capital. You go to the Queenโ€™s palace, enjoy the sunset and the panoramic view.  Dinner and meeting with our team. Day use at the hotel then transfer to the airport. Flight back to home country.

      โ€ข Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner

      โ€ข Accommodation: ROVA HOTEL or similar


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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Basic

Almost everyone is fit for these activities. Every hike or physical exercise last less than 30 minutes, such as paragliding and horseback riding. Please ask about specific conditions.

Age range

Age range

Min: 2 / Max: 80

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