Andasibe Attractions
Andasibe, a paradise for animal and plant lovers, is about 140 kilometers (87 miles) away from Antananarivo, the capital of Madagascar. It takes about 3 hours by car from the capital to Andasibe. In the Andasibe-Mantadia National Park, the Reserve Peyrieras Madagascar Exotic, and many more natural reserves, you can view lemurs and chameleons closely, appreciate colorful and fragrant orchids, hike in luxuriant tropical forests, and try many more activities.
Andasibe Top Attractions
Home to enormous endemic animals and plants of Madagascar, the Andasibe-Mantadia National Park is the nearest national park to Antananarivo to view various species of lemurs closely. A total of 14 species of lemurs live in this park and attract so many tourists to make their wildlife tours. The most famous and the largest in existence lemurs in the park are Indri lemurs, among which an adult one can have a body length of 1 meter (1.1 yards). More than 50 species of reptiles, 100 species of birds, and various insects and butterflies await you to start your adventurous journey. Besides, plants constitute another wonderful part of your tour. Fragrant wild orchids and lush forests are valuable gifts from nature.
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Located by the main road from Antananarivo to Andasibe, the Reserve Peyrieras Madagascar Exotic offers an incredible opportunity for you to see endemic animals of Madagascar in one place and during one tour. Gathering rich species of chameleons, lemurs, crocodiles, snakes, and geckos, the reserve protects unique animals well, especially endangered ones. What’s more, the reserve is a perfect place where you can friendly interact with these cute creatures and take photos. In compliance with safety regulations, you can feed lemurs bananas and touch many chameleons in captivity.
Surrounded by dense tropical forests, the Vakona Reserve is an appealing place for you to enjoy natural vitality. The Vakona Lemur Island and the Vakona Crocodile Valley are two highlights of the reserve. For tourists who live in the hotel of the reserve, it only takes 5 minutes and 7 minutes to respectively get to the two places. Taking a canoe to the Vakona Lemur Island, you can find more than 10 species of lemurs including bamboo lemurs, brown lemurs, red ruffed lemurs, Varecia variegate, and Sifaka. More interestingly, nocturnal lemurs can be found during your night safari. In the Vakona Crocodile Valley, you can not only observe crocodiles closely, but also find other creatures embracing pearl chickens, tomato frogs, and more than 110 species of birds.
Analamazaotra National Park
As one of the most visited parks in Andasibe, the Analamazaotra National Park will give you a spectacular visiting experience featuring endemic animals of Madagascar and night hiking. The park is famous for Indri, the largest lemur species in the world. In the lush tropical forests, its calls resound. In the morning period, Indri lemurs are the most active and can present their liveliest motions to you. Additionally, bamboo lemurs, black-and-white ruffed lemurs, diademed sifaka, and many other endemic ones live in this park and await to have close interactions with you. Night hiking adds special fun to your tour, and you can find nocturnal lemurs, and various chameleons and geckos.
More Attractions to Visit in Andasibe
V.O.I.M.M.A. Community Reserve
Close to the Analamazaotra National Park, the reserve is home to many wild animals including snakes, chameleons, and geckos. In the souvenir shop, you can buy handicraft works made by local people.
Gare D'andasibe
The previous train station with buildings in the European style is no longer used. Built with red bricks, the beautiful architecture has a reversed-V-shaped roof and is still classical and attractive.
Mitsinjo Reserve
The Mitsinjo Reserve offers multiple hiking routes including night ones for you to view endemic lemurs, chameleons, geckos, and other animals.
