Diego & Montagne D'ambre Package - 4 days

Enjoy a 4-day visit to the well-known Montagne rainforest, with its broad trails, fascinating flora & fauna and splendid scenery. Discover the beautiful little town of Diego Suarez and enjoy the diverse wildlife that can be seen in Montagne d’Ambre National Park.

Please note that Madagascar is a country which is in its infancy when it comes to tourism. Accommodation is limited so all the above mentioned accommodation are subject to availability, and we reserve the right to change these using similar accommodation of the same standards.

Day 1 & 2: Nature Lodge or similar

Day 3: Allamanda Hotel or similar

Private lodge tour, visit Madagascar’s famous Montagne Rainforest with its broad trails, fascinating flora and fauna and splendid scenery. Starting and ending in Diego Suarez for 4 Days

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

Diego Suarez – Stroll through its wide streets, take in the sights of colonial buildings and enjoy the sleepy atmosphere. As a popular port of call for cruise ships – on busy days the restaurants and bars fill up quickly and there’s a buzz in the usually quiet town.

Montagne d’Ambre National Park – A prominent volcanic massif, crater lakes and waterfalls make this one of Madagascar’s most beautiful and biologically diverse areas. Taking its name from the resin that seeps from some of the trees (some over 40 m tall), the Amber Mountain sits in a rainforest rising up from the drier lowland surrounds.

ITINERARY

On arrival at Diego Suarez airport, you will be met by your guide and transferred to Nature Lodge. The eco-lodge is situated at the entrance of Montagne d’Ambre National Park, close to Diego Suarez (Antsiranana) in the north of Madagascar, and overlooks the Bay of Diego in the Channel of Mozambique. Depending on the time of arrival, we enjoy a guided afternoon visit to the park, before returning to our warm and cosy lodge for the evening.

ITINERARY

After breakfast, we depart for the Montagne d’Ambre National Park for a full-day excursion. Deriving its name from the resin that seeps from some of its trees, the Amber Mountain sits in a rainforest rising from much dryer surrounding lowlands. You have the opportunity to see lemurs, splendid scenery, birds and waterfalls, as well as rare endemic plants

ITINERARY

Today we head back to Diego, where you spend the last night. Take some time to explore this town, a mosaic of people where white djellabas meet with the multi-coloured loincloths of the women, who often have beauty masks on their faces. Your hotel is situated in the beautiful bay of Diego Suarez, set in a tropical garden and only 5 minutes away from the city centre. Its elegant rooms and suites offer you panoramic views over the turquoise waters of the ocean.

ITINERARY

After breakfast you will be collected and taken to the airport of Diego Suarez, where your northern Madagascar experience sadly comes to an end.

ACCOMMODATION

Please note that Madagascar is a country which is in its infancy when it comes to tourism. Accommodation is limited so all the above mentioned accommodation are subject to availability, and we reserve the right to change these using similar accommodation of the same standards.

Day 1 & 2: Nature Lodge or similar

Day 3: Allamanda Hotel or similar

TOUR PREPARATION

DEPARTURE

When arriving in Diego on Day 1 of the tour, you will be picked up from the airport and will embark on your tour. Should you arrive prior to day 1, we can arrange pre-tour accommodation for you & you would then be picked up from your hotel on the morning of day 1.

ACCOMMODATION

Please note that Madagascar is a country that is in its infancy when it comes to tourism. Accommodation is limited so all the accommodation is subject to availability, and we reserve the right to change these using similar accommodation of the same standards.

VISAS

A visa is required to enter the territory of Madagascar and can easily be obtained upon arrival at the airport of Antananarivo with a validity of up to 60 days. Tourists staying for less than one month can purchase a visa for 115’000 Ariary (around 35 €). Paying with the exact amounts or small currency is advised. No photographs are required, however, please ensure that passports are valid for at least 6 months after the return date.

TRAVEL INSURANCE

Please note that travel and cancellation insurance is mandatory for every guest travelling with Jenman Madagascar Safaris. All insurance is solely the responsibility of our guests. Please ensure you arrange your own insurance with protection for the full duration of your journey to cover personal injury, damage and loss of personal items including but not limited to camera equipment and other electronic items, medical expenses, repatriation expenses and loss of luggage, etc. Please speak to your travel agent if you require assistance.

Includes & excludes

2022

EUR 625 ( USD 723 ) per person sharing

Price based on 4 people travelling. Please contact us for a tailormade quote.

Includes

• Accommodation
• Breakfast daily
• Lunch on day 1 and day 2
• All transport and transfers
• English-speaking guide
• Activities and excursions as mentioned
• Specialist local guides in national parks as per programme
• Park entrance fees

Excludes

• Flights & airport taxes: International & domestic
• Pre and post-tour accommodation
• Optional activities
• All drinks
• Meals not specified in the itinerary
• Personal expenses such as visas, travel insurance, curios, laundry etc
• Gratuities

Tour Map

Nature Lodge 

Nature Lodge is small and exclusive eco-lodge close to the Amber Mountain National Park. Found in a lush forest of mangoes and litchi trees, it offers a peaceful and tranquil escape.

Each of the 12 standard thatched chalets in Nature Lodge are tastefully decorated with local wood. With a thatched roof, en-suite shower, and a small terrace overlooking the impressive views stretching over Diego Suarez Bay.

The main building shelters the restaurant where the friendly staff cook up some homemade food made of cocoa, seafood, and other fresh produce.

Choose to dine inside or out on the terrace overlooking beautifully maintained gardens and round off your day in the cosy bar with tasty local fruit marmalades, exotic drinks such as litchi rum or coco punch.

DIEGO & MONTAGNE D’AMBRE PACKAGE – 4 DAYS

This lodge accommodation is available with our private lodge tour. Enjoy a 4-day visit to the well-known Montagne rainforest, with its broad trails, fascinating flora & fauna and splendid scenery. Discover the beautiful little town of Diego Suarez and enjoy the diverse wildlife that can be seen in Montagne d’Ambre National Park.

ACCOMMODATION

Thatched Chalets (12)

FACILITIES

Restaurant
Bar
WiFi
Solar Energy
Environmentally Friendly
Child-Friendly
Mosquito Nets

ACTIVITIES

Trips to Amber Mountain National Park, Diego Suarez, Nosy Hara, Nosy Be, la Mer d’Emeraude, and The 3 Bays.
Guided Walks
Bird Watching
Spa & Massages

Allamanda Hotel

The 3-star Allamanda Hotel is ideally located in Diego Suarez, Madagascar. Overlooking the stunning Diego Suarez Bay and just a 10 minute walk from the town centre, the hotel is ideal for business and leisure travelers alike. Whether you want to relax on the beach and enjoy the many snorkeling and diving opportunities, explore the town’s many shops, markets and restaurants or visit the nearby Montagne d’Ambre National Park, the Allamanda Hotel is the perfect accommodation for you.

ALLAMANDA HOTEL ACCOMMODATION
12 Standard Rooms & 12 Premium Rooms
Accommodation at the Allamanda Hotel is made up of 12 Standard Rooms and 12 Premium Rooms. All the rooms are equipped with an en-suite bathroom, air-conditioning, mini bar, safe, satellite TV, telephone, tea & coffee making facilities and a private furnished terrace. The comfortable Standard Rooms have views overlooking the hotels lush tropical garden and the larger Premium Rooms offer more luxurious accommodation, a lounge and stunning ocean views. Guests will enjoy relaxing on their private verandah as they watch the sun set over the Diego Suarez Bay. A view not to be missed!

FACILITIES
En-suite bathroom with shower and hand basin
Air-conditioning
Mini bar
Safe
Satellite TV
Telephone
Tea & coffee making facilities
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Bar
Internet facilities
Laundry service
 

ACTIVITIES
Diving
Snorkelling
Boat cruises
Quad biking
Guided 4×4 trails
Climb Montagne des Francais (Mountain of the French)
Explore the ruins of Cap Diego (a former military base)
Excursions to nearby Montagne d’Ambre National Park and Ankarana Special Reserve
 

ATTRACTIONS
Tulear
Tsingy Nature Reserve
Tamatave
Sainte Marie
Ranomafana National Park
Nosy Be
Isalo National Park
Fianarantsoa
Diego Suarez
Antananarivo
Andasibe National Park