32 Activities
Road Trip on the Mythical RN7, From Tana to Fianar
Starts from
Antananarivo
Transportation
By Car
Guidance
Self-Guided
Activities
32
Duration
4 days
Length
633 mi
Guide details
Starts from
Antananarivo
Transportation
By Car
Guidance
Self-Guided
Duration
4 days
Length
633 mi
Toky Rakotoarimanana
Blogger
- Hike around the stunning Lake Tritriva and discover the story of the Malagasy Romeo and Juliet.
- Visit a national park (UNESCO World Heritage) to see endemic flora and fauna with rare species.
- Dip into a thermal pool.
- Drive to an ethnic capital and trek to a traditional village to encounter an authentic community of wood carvers.
This is an amazing and spectacular adventure trip to the heartland of Madagascar, taking the RN7, the island's most famous and principal road. This road is packed with scenic routes crossing the Highlands, gastronomic stops with local specialities, and traditional handicrafts workshop visits. During this trip, you will discover a stunning volcanic lake, one of Madagascar's most beautiful natural parks and you will have the opportunity to encounter an ethnic community.
In four days, you will get a glimpse of the essence of Madagascar with its breathtaking landscapes, amazing nature, delicious gastronomy, cultural diversity and mystical side. It is also an opportunity to get close to the local population and artisans and to immerse in their daily life.
As you have noticed, names in Madagascar are quite long. City names are usually shortened in the country and it is very common to call Antananarivo, Tana and Fianarantsoa, Fianar. Feel free to use them like the locals.
In four days, you will get a glimpse of the essence of Madagascar with its breathtaking landscapes, amazing nature, delicious gastronomy, cultural diversity and mystical side. It is also an opportunity to get close to the local population and artisans and to immerse in their daily life.
As you have noticed, names in Madagascar are quite long. City names are usually shortened in the country and it is very common to call Antananarivo, Tana and Fianarantsoa, Fianar. Feel free to use them like the locals.
This is an amazing and spectacular adventure trip to the heartland of Madagascar, taking the RN7, the island's most famous and principal road. This road is packed with scenic routes crossing the Highlands, gastronomic stops with local specialities, and traditional handicrafts workshop visits. During this trip, you will discover a stunning volcanic lake, one of Madagascar's most beautiful natural parks and you will have the opportunity to encounter an ethnic community.
In four days, you will get a glimpse of the essence of Madagascar with its breathtaking landscapes, amazing nature, delicious gastronomy, cultural diversity and mystical side. It is also an opportunity to get close to the local population and artisans and to immerse in their daily life.
As you have noticed, names in Madagascar are quite long. City names are usually shortened in the country and it is very common to call Antananarivo, Tana and Fianarantsoa, Fianar. Feel free to use them like the locals.
In four days, you will get a glimpse of the essence of Madagascar with its breathtaking landscapes, amazing nature, delicious gastronomy, cultural diversity and mystical side. It is also an opportunity to get close to the local population and artisans and to immerse in their daily life.
As you have noticed, names in Madagascar are quite long. City names are usually shortened in the country and it is very common to call Antananarivo, Tana and Fianarantsoa, Fianar. Feel free to use them like the locals.
Toky Rakotoarimanana
Blogger
- Hike around the stunning Lake Tritriva and discover the story of the Malagasy Romeo and Juliet.
- Visit a national park (UNESCO World Heritage) to see endemic flora and fauna with rare species.
- Dip into a thermal pool.
- Drive to an ethnic capital and trek to a traditional village to encounter an authentic community of wood carvers.
Travel itinerary
11 Activities
Day 1
131 mi
Artisanal Foundries, Thermal City and Volcanic Lake
Today's first stop is to visit artisanal foundries in Ambatolampy. Then, make your way to the thermal city of Antsirabe and visit the city. Finally, spend the afternoon hiking around the stunning volcanic Lake Tritriva.
Please note that like in many other destinations in the world, there are some general rules to observe in relation to safety in Madagascar: do not flash cash or valuable objects. And in terms of driving, it is not advised to drive at night.
7 Activities
Day 2
190 mi
National Park Visit and Thermal Bath
The first stop of the day is Ambositra, a pretty town set in a magnificent natural environment. It is an important handicraft centre and at the door of the Zafimaniry Country, a community of wood carvers. You will visit these places on your way back. For now, you will stop here for a coffee break.
The main highlight of the day is the discovery of one of Madagascar's most beautiful natural park, the Park of Ranomafana.
Ranomafana means "hot water" in English. So, after your hike, head to the thermal swimming pool to unwind from the driving and the day.
7 Activities
Day 3
94 mi2 mi
Old City and Handicrats
Take a couple of hours to visit the old city of Fianarantsoa. On your way back to Tana, stop to discover Ambositra, Madagascar's handicrafts capital and its cultural wealth.
7 Activities
Day 4
218 mi8 mi
Hike to an Ethnic Village and Back to Tana
Here you are in the Zafimaniry Country where you will encounter a community of wood carvers. Their art has been classified a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage in 2008. You will be able to spend time to observe the wood workers in their villages, view samples of their craft and their incredible technique.
To visit a Zafimaniry village is an unforgettable experience. The villages still lead a traditional way of life, living in houses built with an atypical architecture of carved wood and thatches.
To get there, expect to cross breathtaking mountainous landscapes.