Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
lieving cushion ontop of(orinstead of)the original seat and, if necessary,pad around
knees and elbows.
ACTIVITIES
Although the majority of Madagascar's wildlife highlights are not
disabled-friendly,therearetwooutstandingexceptions.TheluxuriousAnjajavyresort
has villas, of which one is officially accessible (see
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), and Berenty (
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ignated disability rooms, there will always be plenty of willing hands to help lift you
over obstacles.
Theideal routeforadisabled traveller wouldbeRN7fromTanatoToliara byhired
car and driver - worth it for scenery alone. For lemurs try Lemurs Park (
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).
HEALTH AND INSURANCE
Doctors will know about 'everyday' illnesses, but
youmustbeabletoexplainyourownparticularmedicalrequirements.Ruralhospitals
and pharmacies are often basic, so take all essential medication and equipment with
you; it is advisable to pack this in your hand luggage in case your main luggage gets
lost. If heat is a problem for you then try to book accommodation with air-condition-
ing.
Travel insurance can be purchased from Age Concern (
0845 601 2234;
www.ageconcern.org.uk
)
, who have no upper age limit, and Free Spirit (
0845 230
5000;
www.free-spirit.com
), who cater for people with pre-existing medical condi-
tions.
• For thieves, the next best thing after money is clothes. Avoid leaving them on the beach
while you go swimming (in tourist areas) and never leave swimsuits or washing to dry
outside your room near a public area.
• Bear in mind that it's impossible to run carrying a large piece of luggage. Items hidden
at the bottom of your heaviest bag will be safe from a grab-and-run thief. Pass a piece
of cord through the handles of multiple bags to make them one unstealable unit when
waiting at an airport or
taxi-brousse
station.
• Avoid misunderstandings - genuine or contrived - by agreeing on the price of a service
before you set out.
• But above all, enjoy yourself. It's preferable to lose a few unimportant things and see the
best of Madagascar than to mistrust everyone and ruin your trip!
A WOMAN TRAVELLING ALONE
FRB
I had a fantastic time travelling alone for a few weeks in rural Madagascar! Making a
journey between S-Ivongo and Maroantsetra I'd expected to be left with overwhelm-
