Madagascar Holidays 2025/26 | Tailor-Made

A wildlife haven like no other.

From rare wildlife to wild landscapes, Madagascar offers an adventure unlike anywhere else.

Madagascar isn’t your typical holiday destination, and that’s exactly why we love it. This huge island off Africa’s east coast feels like an entirely different world, home to ancient baobab trees, surreal rock formations, and wildlife found nowhere else. If you’re after something a little more adventurous, with a real sense of discovery, Madagascar delivers.

It’s best known for its lemurs and rightly so, with over 100 different species across the country, but that’s just the start. You can hike through lush rainforest in Andasibe, explore otherworldly limestone pinnacles in Tsingy de Bemaraha, drift down rivers by pirogue, or relax on idyllic beaches in Nosy Be or along the lesser-known southern coast. The roads can be bumpy and the infrastructure basic in places, but for many, that’s part of the charm.

We recommend Madagascar for couples, solo travellers, and families with older children who are ready for something a little out of the ordinary. This is a place that gets under your skin and stays with you long after you’ve left.

Trip Spotlight

Madagascar Highlights: Forest, Tsingy, Wildlife, Coast

12 Days in Madagascar

Andasibe
Northern Madagascar

Explore Madagascar's incomparable diversity - take in the lush rainforests of Andasibe-Mantadia; the bizarre limestone pinnacles of Ankarana and end with a sublime beach break.

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Our Madagascar specialist, Ruth, says:

"Madagascar is where nature goes gloriously off-script. One moment you’re watching lemurs leap through the rainforest, the next you’re walking through a forest of stone or drifting past remote riverside villages. It’s an unforgettable choice for anyone who wants to see rare wildlife in its natural habitat, connect with local cultures, and experience travel that feels truly different."

When to go to Madagascar

Find out the best time to visit Madagascar with our month by month guide.

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January

The cyclone season in Madagascar is between January and March, which means it's hot and wet and isn't the best time of year to travel. The east coast is generally wetter than the west or south.

February

February is the wettest month, with heavy downpours and the risk of cyclones making travel difficult, and wildlife hard to spot.

March

March remains hot and wet, with high humidity making travel uncomfortable. The south is generally a bit drier and the roads more manageable than the north

April

There are still heavy rain showers during April, May and June, but they don't disrupt too many activities, and the sun often shines in between. Parks are now open to visitors and it's a great time to visit Andasibe and Berenty, with the greenery lush and the wildlife coming out of hiding.

May

The rains have left the landscapes looking green and lush, and now is a great time to try and spot the famous lemurs. The tourists haven't yet arrived en-masse so accommodation is cheaper and easier to find. There are still a few rain showers, but sun prevails, making May an excellent overall choice for travel.

June

With the rain finally subsiding, the air becomes fresh and cool, with sunshine and just a few showers punctuating the day. It's a great time to travel across much of the country, and still outside of peak season it's easier to find accommodation at good prices.

July

July is the beginning of the peak season, with dry weather and lower temperatures meaning this is a great time to go trekking or explore the rainforests. Lemurs and other forest dwellers have come out of hiding, and humpback whales gather to calve offshore, with sightings frequent between now and September. July is one of the best times to visit Madagascar.

August

August is similar to July, with comfortably cool temperatures and sunny skies. It's another good month for whale watching, and for exploring Madagascar's many regions.

September

Want to see a baby lemur? Now is the time to visit, when lemurs give birth. The cooler weather is at an end, and temperatures begin to rise, bringing with them a few showers in anticipation of the approaching rainy season. It's quieter than July and August, and therefore an ideal month to visit Madagascar. Whale watching is still on the cards too.

October

Baby lemurs are still hopping around during October, and the warmer weather means it's an excellent time for the beaches and snorkelling in the turquoise ocean. Keep an eye out for the blooming purple jacarandas, and see if you can spot fossas in the western forests.

November

Increasing temperatures around Madagascar mean hot days, but the arrival of short rain showers helps cool things down. Wildlife is very active during November, so it's a great time for lemur spotting, as well as birds during their breeding season.

December

December is the start of the wet season in Madagascar, with high temperatures (the hottest of the year) and short, sharp rain showers. It's a bit cooler and drier in the south west of the island. It's a quieter time to travel, and if you visit at the beginning of the month, the beaches will still be glorious.

Things to do in Madagascar