FINGER ON THE PULSE – GEMS OF MADAGASCAR – African Travel Solutions

Published on July 31, 2014 by CTGManager

EVERYONE KNOWS THAT MADAGASCAR IS A COUNTRY WITH MEGA DIVERSITY OF FAUNA & FLORA BUT WHAT MANY DONT REALISE IS THAT WITHIN THESE ECOSYSTEMS THERE ARE ALSO SOME STUNNING ESTABLISHMENTS FROM WHICH TO EXPLORE AND EXPERIENCE THE FACINATING ENVIRONMENT.

EDEN LODGE:

Eden Lodge not only boasts an impressive list of eco-responsible and sustainable awards but it is also one of Madagascar’s most luxurious lodges. Located on Baobab Beach, a mere thirty minutes boat ride from Nosy Be this is barefoot luxury at its best.
The restaurant, bar and rooms open directly onto the beach. Accommodation is provided in eight private tented rooms offering all comfortable amenities. The area is home to the green turtles, several species of lemur, black parrots, vasa and other endemic birds as well as whales and dolphins at certain times of the year. Great care has been taken to ensure that Eden Lodge exists in harmony with the environment while still affording visitors close encounters with the extraordinary plant and animal life.

ISALO ROCK LODGE:
Isalo Rock Lodge is a beautiful, modern retreat situated in the Sandstone Mountains of the Isalo National Park (or Jurassic Park as it is more commonly known). An ideal destination for the discerning traveller looking to experience the diversity of Madagascar while enjoying the luxury of Italian linen, culinary delicacies and light evening entertainment.
Enjoy the tranquillity of the area, relax around the swimming pool, spend time in the lodge spa and watch the ring tailed lemurs from the privacy of your own veranda The lodge offers a host of activities including horse riding, hikes into the surrounding rocky formations, natural history trails and star gazing at night.

TSARA KOMBA:
Tsara Komba is a charming luxury lodge situated on the island of Nosy Komba. It successfully combines a stylish atmosphere whilst preserving the environment in a sensitive manner.

Activities are tailor made to each traveller and include scuba diving, snorkelling, boat trips to neighbouring islands, fishing, fauna & flora trips, visits to nearby villages as well as a host of lodge based activities. Guest rooms are situated between the forest and the beach overlooking the ocean. Enjoy peaceful walks along the coastline or through the private nature reserve to admire the numerous species of flowers, trees, lemurs, chameleons, birds and butterflies.