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“Madagascar is a curious wonderland. It’s an unrepeatable experiment, a set of animals and plants evolving in isolation for over 60 million years. We’re still trying to unravel its mysteries.” – Sir David Attenborough.
Understanding the geological history of this island country off the southeast African coast, helps explain why Madagascar is such a unique destination. Part of the original land mass of Gondwanaland, Madagascar split from India approximately 88 million years ago.
Wildlife has evolved independently ever since. This explains the 80% endemicity and exclusivity of Madagascar’s birds, reptiles and mammals.
Outside of mozzies, nothing bites, stings or eats you which is good news for travellers. Even the snakes and spiders are harmless to humans, making wildlife viewing an anxiety-free affair.
Incredibly, there are three distinct massifs on Madagascar, each more than 2,600 metres high.
Most people imagine Madagascar as part of Africa, however it has only been discovered and inhabited in the last 2000 years. The first people arrived from Indonesia. Today, the culture is a fascinating mix of southeast Asia, Africa and most recently French, due to colonisation. The wonderful fusion of distinctive food, customs and architecture makes Madagascar a feast for the senses. Most people speak the melodic Malagasy.
Magical Madagascar has something for everyone. From pristine beaches and abundant, well protected marine and endemic wildlife, to lush emerald forests and incredible scenery. There are unique plants and creatures, seemingly from a Dr Seuss book, including the famous and magnificent baobabs. It is also home to the infamous and mischievous lemurs of Madagascar.
A cherished old photograph below with twin conservationists and chameleon experts Angelin and Angeluc Razafimanantsoa. (Simon Reeve)
Photograph credits: Brad Horn, Lee Fuller, Rob Barbour and Simon Reeve.
Watch Brad and Annie’s recent video of their time in magical Madagascar.
The cooler, dry season from May to October
Madagascar is for the slightly more adventurous, but the rewards are enormous.
The dry season is best for travel.
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