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Whether you've got two weeks or two months, these itineraries provide a starting point for
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Two Weeks
Essential Madagascar
A combination of the classic RN7 with some island R&R. On day one, head down to the
highland town of
Antsirabe
, with its wide colonial streets and colourful rickshaws.
On day two, wind your way down to
Parc National de Ranomafana
through the high-
land's scenic landscapes, stopping en route at the arts-and-crafts capital
Ambositra
. Spend
day three hiking and searching for lemurs in Ranomafana's rainforest. On day four, drive to
the superb
Parc National d'Andringitra
; spend the next two days on the
Imarivolanitra
trail
, which takes in the summit of
Pic Boby
, Madagascar's second-highest peak.
On the seventh day, drive to
Parc National de l'Isalo
; spend day eight exploring the
park's desert plains and canyons. On day nine, it's a long drive to
Tuléar (Toliara)
. On day
