Madagascar Travel Guide

The eighth continent — 90% of wildlife found nowhere else on Earth

Madagascar is unlike anywhere else on Earth — 90% of its wildlife is found nowhere else, from lemurs to baobab trees. Plan your Madagascar adventure with AI.

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Country

Madagascar (Indian Ocean)

Best Time to Visit

April–October (dry season)

Currency

MGA (Ar)

Language

Malagasy / French

Visa

Visa on arrival (30 days) for most nationalities. Extended to 90 days on request.

Did You Know?

Madagascar is home to over 100 species of lemur — found nowhere else on earth. The Avenue of the Baobabs near Morondava features trees over 800 years old.

Top Highlights

Avenue of the BaobabsLemur spottingTsingy de BemarahaNosy Be islandIsalo National ParkRanomafana rainforestWhale shark diving

Why Visit Madagascar?

Madagascar split from Africa 165 million years ago — evolving its own unique ecosystem. It\"s one of the world\"s top biodiversity hotspots and a genuinely transformative travel experience.

Getting There

Fly to Antananarivo (TNR) via Nairobi, Addis Ababa, Paris or Réunion. Air Madagascar and Air France serve the main routes.

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