Madagascar Natural Tours Head office
Madagascar Natural Tours
- Office In:
- Size:
- 1-5 employees (Founded in 2013)
- Tour Types:
- Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $1,545 to $8,585 per person per day (MXN, excl. int'l flights)
for a custom tour
Your request will be sent directly to the operator
If preferred, you can contact the operator directly
Reviews
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Email Roderick & Jasmine | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Excellent, Local (!), Eco-Conscious, and Professional Operator
We booked a 2-week, eco-friendly tour with Madagascar Natural Tours (MNT) and Harilala to see as much as possible of Madagascar, combining a few “off the beaten track” nature-experiences with some special (local) eco-lodges.
And in this MNT delivered with 5/5 stars! We had the most amazing, nature trip Madagascar can offer!
Beforehand and throughout the trip Harilala (as coordinator) was quick, responsive, thought along, flexible, and pro-active in helping to organize for our wishes. Especially with the recent unrest having some unforeseen negative consequences for detailed planning (for example changes in flight plans)
Most importantly, in the different nature reserves we visited, we always had an excellent, experienced (local!) guide, that was very knowledgable and spoke English well.
What is important to understand when visiting Madagascar for its amazing nature, is that Madagascar (contrary to mainland Africa) has extremely diverse and highly location-specific diversity and landscapes. This is what makes the Madagascar ecosystem so special and unique in the world, but from a tour-organization perspective, this necessitates you work with experienced local guides, as literally every forest is a different ecosystem (much much more vs other countries). And this is exactly what Harilala and MNT delivered.
On top of this, the fact that Madagascar is a very poor country, for us knowing our money directly goes to Malagasy and their communities was a huge plus.
Furthermore, in the rest of our travels, we were very wel accommodated, without any worries on planning or accommodation issues at all. (Which is not an easy feat in the highly decentralized, and hard-to-travel Madagascar!)
Would 100% recommend and use again for a next experience! Go local everyone!
SG
Email TS | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Knowledgeable and caring tour company
The tour operator was responsive and provide good advice for our questions for our trip. The tour operator boss, Mr Harilala even came to the airport to meet us and introduced us to our driver. The drivers that was assigned were knowledgeable and good drivers. They are timely and helpful. The cost of the tour is reasonable for the number of days for the tour.
Excellent and comprehensive service
We spent 2 weeks in Madagascar on a private tour. The drivers and guides were knowledgeable and articulate. The hotels chosen were top notch. Harilala met us at the airport and again between domestic flights. The price was very reasonable. Go for the best hotels, and use flights as much as possible as the roads are terrible, and bring good binoculars The rangers at the parks are well prepared to show where the lemurs are but they are high up in the trees
Email Carol | 65+ years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Great tour, great value, helpful and understanding
31 day custom tour for birds and wildlife. Had great guides and drivers, thanks. Harilala was lovely and organised tour well, always on hand for questions etc. Quick response always.
166 species of birds, lots of chameleon and lemurs plus aye aye and fossa. Fantastic.
Email Aliks | 65+ years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
An excellent tour agent covering the whole of the island
Madagascar Natural Tours provided excellent support for our trip providing guides and transport in all regions of the island. I have no hesitation in recommending them for all types of trip, from seaside resort, to trekking, lemurs, birdwatching and more.
For everything that we asked for when planning our trip, they were flexible and helpful.
CH
Email tamara & alissa | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
absolutely great
Harilala made a special week for us in Madagascar and was even after our tour still in contact with as we had some questions not about the tour, but the country. he always answered fast and it was handeled easy over whatsapp. we had some issues as the political situation was not so good, but he changed hotels and kept us safe all the time. we really recommend booking with natural tours, was great! thank you Harilala!
Email Lisa | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Good reliable operator providing a quality trip.
We travelled through Madagascar for 4 weeks with Madagascar Natural Tours. We enjoyed reliable and punctual service and had guides that were considerate of our preference to see wildlife in the National Parks. The roads are terrible, but our driver was always considerate of our comfort and tried to make it as smooth as possible.
IT
Email Manuel | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Incredible
We entrusted Harilala with our Madagascar tour, explaining what we wanted to see and visit. What can I say? He exceeded our expectations! Besides the wonderful tour, Solo and Fidele, our tour leaders, made the difference. We spent 20 days in Madagascar, and they flew by; everything was fantastic. We'll definitely be back to see the southernmost part of the country.
CA
Email Mark | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Outstanding & flexible support - before and during our trip
From initial communications, through itinerary changes to accommodate flights and interests, Harilala provided prompt, excellent service. Throughout the trip, the main and local guides had fantastic personalities and were excellent when managing rough roads and helping with challenging climbs. Pricing was very good value for what we received in both support and experiences. Madagascar is challenging but amazing and incredibly rewarding. And, don't miss the opportunity to eat at the Mad Zebu. Great food, seemingly in the middle of nowhere. I can't recommend Harilala and his team at Madagascar Natural Tours enough.
Email Susan | 65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Faultless attention to every detail of our requests.
Madagascar Natural Tours customised a special tour of their amazing island, providing helpful guides, all the experiences we requested, excellent communication and attention to every detail. In every circumstance (some of which were altered because of bad weather), they organised perfect alternatives so we completed all the activities and saw all the destinations. The cost seemed reasonable although it was irrelevant by the end of the tour. It was worth whatever the cost. We 3 adults recommend this company unreservedly.
