Central Madagascar

Antananarivo (known locally as Tana), is situated in the central part of the island of Madagascar. The city is dramatically set around three hills with a ridge that rises to above 1400m, bisecting the city. It was founded as a fortress in the early 17th century by the Merina rulers.

The Queen’s Palace that overlooked the Antananarivo from the top of the ridge was a spectacular monument until it was recently destroyed by fire. The ruined palace is well worth a visit, along with the central market and Botanical Gardens.

The central highlands form the backbone of Madagascar and stretch from the densely forested area north of Antananarivo all the way to the bone-dry south of the country. The Route du Sud (N7) covers most of this area, making for relatively good driving conditions. The winding road takes you past pretty mountain villages, Madagascar’s largest zebu market and several national parks.

Where to go in Central Madagascar

Places near Central Madagascar

Andasibe

Ranomafana National Park

Vakona Forest Lodge

Andasibe, Eastern Madagascar, Madagascar

Vakona Forest Lodge is located next to Parc National d'Andasibe-Mantadia, a three-hour drive from Antatanarivo, and offers simple accommodation in 28 rooms, some with a mezzanine sleeping area which are suitable for families.

Setam Lodge

Ranomafana National Park, Southern Madagascar, Madagascar

Setam Lodge is situated inside the mountainous Ranomafana National Park in Central Madagascar. All the rooms have a river view and are surrounded by rainforest. It is the perfect base from which to explore Ranomafana and spot the lemurs found here.

Mantadia Lodge

Andasibe, Eastern Madagascar, Madagascar

Mantadia Lodge is a welcome addition to the Andasibe area having opened in 2018. It offers contemporary accommodation set on the edge of the rain forest offering wonderful panoramic views.

Relais des Plateaux

Antananarivo, Central Madagascar, Madagascar

Relais des Plateaux is conveniently located close to Antananarivo’s international airport and offers simple yet comfortable accommodation for an overnight stopover.

Couleur Cafe

Antsirabe, Central Madagascar, Madagascar

Couleur Cafe is a guesthouse in Antsirabe, Madagascar, dominated by charm, comfort and friendliness. There is a family house, (consisting of two rooms) for 4 people and 4 pavilions arranged in two or twin.

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