PLACES TO VISIT

The "standard" tour is focused on the Masoala Peninsula which we reach by boat from Maroantsetra.  Masoala is about quality but not quantity - we walk the paths and trails through the forest and hills locating birds such as Ground rollers, Couas and Vangas, several lemur species, chameleons including the largest at 60-70 cm (Calumma parsonii) and second smallest (Brookesia minima) at 3.5cm. 

Normally the maximum group size is 4 people.  We aim to spot all your target birds (depending on distribution).

From Maroantsetra, the island of Nosy Mangabe is home to birds, lemurs, chameleons and "leaf geckos" - famous for their amazing camouflage.  

Various rivers are accessible from Maroantsetra and we can spend time in the Farankaraina Park

For the more intrepid, the forests of the Makira National park can be visited.  Due to its isolation, this park is home to a wide range of exotic endemic birds and wildlife.

The best time to visit is between September and January as that is the breeding season for most of the birds. 

Climate: Warm to very hot, but cool in the evening. Some rainfall may occur. 

Walking Pace: slow, moderate