Our three-week Comprehensive Madagascar birding and wildlife tours are set to take in as much of this biological melting pot as possible during our time here. Madagascar’s size and millions of years of isolation have led to a remarkable selection of utterly unique and often spectacular fauna and flora. We will explore a number of this island’s most awe-inspiring habitats – from the bird-rich sites of the eastern rainforest zone and the astonishing Spiny Desert around Ifaty to the deciduous woodlands of the north-west and everything Tolkienesque in between – as we search for our quarry.
Equally as (if not more) awe-inspiring than the habitats is this island’s avifauna, whose presence in the flesh make superlatives seem inadequate, and we hope to see representatives of all of Madagascar’s endemic bird families during our time here: ground rollers; Cuckoo Roller; mesites; Malagasy warblers and vangas! Other than endemic families, we also stand a chance to see Madagascar Fish Eagle, Madagascar Sacred Ibis, Red-breasted Coua, Yellow-bellied Sunbird-Asity, Benson’s Rock Thrush and Appert’s Tetraka.
Besides the birds, we experience up to 27 lemur species (including the regal Indri and world-famous dancing Sifakas), other mammals from civets to strange tenrecs (the planet’s most primitive mammals), dozens of species of chameleons, cryptic leaf-tailed geckos and other bizarre reptiles and amphibians, and even some of the world’s most outlandish insects (such as the celebrated Giraffe-necked Weevil)!
Join us for a truly comprehensive birding and wildlife tour of this otherworldly land!
Subdesert, Brown & White-breasted Mesite, Cuckoo Roller, Long-tailed Ground Roller, Blue & Red-breasted Coua, Schlegel’s & Velvet Asity, Nuthatch & Sickle-billed Vanga, Yellow-bellied Sunbird-Asity, Forest Rock Thrush, Appert’s Tetraka, Madagascar Plover, Thamnornis, Madagascar & Madagascar Sacred Ibis, Madagascar Fish Eagle, Henst's Goshawk, Bernier’s Teal , Madagascar Wood Rail, Brown Emutail
Indri, Ring-tailed Lemur, Diademed & Verreaux’s Sifaka, Golden & Greater Bamboo Lemur, Golden-brown Mouse Lemur, Hubbard's Sportive Lemur, Fosa
rainforest, riparian forest, deciduous woodland, spiny desert, mudflats, wetlands
warm to very hot, cooler evenings in highlands, some rainfall possible
8 with 1 Rockjumper leader & local leader
moderate to brisk
basic but comfortable hotels and lodges
mostly unchallenging but several difficult rainforest skulkers
190 - 200
spiny forest, Berenty, strange herps & insects, coral reefs, shopping, culture
incredible
Our guide, Adam Walleyn, was exceptional. His knowledge and enthusiasm is unparalleled.
Recently back at home from our fantastic tour in Madagascar, I wanted to offer thanks to all for the excellent times we enjoyed. For us, the exuberant and superbly-skilled leadership of Rich Lindie was a delight and gave us such a greater measure of understanding to the natural wonders as well as a bit of the cultural aspects of the unique island. We had a great time, and we certainly saw a tremendous variety of the birds, mammals, and many other creatures as well as strange and wonderful plant life of the "Eighth Continent". Thanks to Cuan and all the staff for assisting in the planning stages. Above all, however, thanks to Rich for giving his all to ensure a successful and thoroughly delightful tour.... From start to finish, a most memorable trip, and our highest recommendation to Rockjumper for the entire experience.
Our leader, Rob Williams, was extremely knowledgeable, had a good sense of humour and was keen to see as many species as possible. He helped group members locate more difficult species.
Another excellent Rockjumper trip. David did a good job meeting our needs through the whole trip.
In addition to his obvious birding skills, Gareth Robbins' ability to handle all types of situations was remarkable. He was an excellent travelling companion, and his humour made the tour so much more enjoyable. What a great tour this was. I also want to say that the entire staff did a wonderful job, like they always do. I've asked many questions and had some concerns about various aspects of tours, and the staff handles all of them so efficiently. To all of you at Rockjumper, Thanks So Much!
21 Oct 2023 - 11 Nov 2023 (22 days)
USD10,395 - No Spaces Available
Tour Leader: André Bernon
Tour price (Per person): USD10,395 * GBP8,474 * EUR9,798 * AUD16,003
Single Supplement: USD1,370 * GBP1,117 * EUR1,291 * AUD2,109
Flight costs: USD1,450 * GBP1,182 * EUR1,367 * AUD2,232
Tour Leader: André Bernon
Tour price (Per person): USD10,495 * GBP8,556 * EUR9,892 * AUD16,157
Single Supplement: USD1,380 * GBP1,125 * EUR1,301 * AUD2,124
Flight costs: USD1,430 * GBP1,166 * EUR1,348 * AUD2,201
Tour Leader: Gregory de Klerk
Tour price (Per person): USD10,495 * GBP8,556 * EUR9,892 * AUD16,157
Single Supplement: USD1,380 * GBP1,125 * EUR1,301 * AUD2,124
Flight costs: USD1,430 * GBP1,166 * EUR1,348 * AUD2,201
20 Oct 2024 - 10 Nov 2024 (22 days)
USD10,495 - Spaces Available
Tour Leader: Gregory de Klerk
Tour price (Per person): USD10,495 * GBP8,556 * EUR9,892 * AUD16,157
Single Supplement: USD1,380 * GBP1,125 * EUR1,301 * AUD2,124
Flight costs: USD1,430 * GBP1,166 * EUR1,348 * AUD2,201
Tour Leader: Lev Frid
Pricing notes : *Prices are estimated and dates may change*
Tour price (Per person): USD11,000 * GBP8,968 * EUR10,368 * AUD16,934
Tour Leader: Stuart Elsom
Pricing notes : *Prices are estimated and dates may change*
Tour price (Per person): USD11,000 * GBP8,968 * EUR10,368 * AUD16,934
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