MADAGASCAR
Birding the 8th Continent
MADAGASCAR: BIRDING the 8th CONTINENT
(14 days + 6 day extension)
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8 - 21 November, 2026
from $5,690
(max 10 travelers)
Often called the 8th continent due to its size and exceptional fauna and flora, this island is a dream destination for birders and wildlife enthusiasts alike. Home to an astonishing level of endemism: 90% of Madagascar’s species are found nowhere else on Earth. From the
haunting calls of the Indri echoing through ancient rainforests, to the dazzling sight of
endemic birds like the strikingly colorful Schlegel’s Asity and the elusive Long-tailed
Ground-Roller; everywhere you turn unique plants, birds, and other wildlife await. Join us
for this unforgettable trip of a lifetime.​
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Tour Highlights:
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Visit world renowned reserves like Ranomafana and Andasibe-Mantadia National Parks
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Seek out all 5 Madagascar unique endemic bird families, including Mesites, Cuckoo-Rollers, Ground-Rollers, Asities, and Malagasy Warblers
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Learn how local non-profit organizations are working to conserve stunning Golden Mantella frogs and managing wildlife through protecting globally important habitat
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Look for Indri, Ring-tailed, and Sifaka Lemurs, chameleons, and frongs
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Extend your trip with a 6-day tour to find Sickle-billed Vanga, Schlegel's Asity, Madagascar Fish-Eagle, Coquerel's Sifaka, and Mouse Lemurs
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This living laboratory of evolution is often termed the "eighth continent" and is unlike anywhere else on Earth. The island contains approximately 120 endemic bird species including the Critically Endangered Madagascar Fish-Eagle and Blue Coua and is also home to more than 100 types of Lemur, from the tiny Mouse Lemur to the singing Indri. The reptiles and amphibians won't disappoint either; think Leaf-tailed Geckos, Rainbow-colored Chameleons, and brilliantly-patterned frogs. You'll walk through dense rainforests and explore Baobab-strewn landscapes. Every region offers uniquely different wildlife, making the island feel like multiple countries in one. Visiting responsibly, supports local conservation efforts, helps fund national parks, and empowers local communities. Eco-tourism is one of the most sustainable ways to preserve Madagascar’s rare habitats.
If you’re a birder, nature lover, or wildlife enthusiast, Madagascar offers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience nature in its raw, unique, and astonishing form. It’s not just travel — it’s discovery.
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Join us on this adventure to Madagascar!
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Baobabs © Rod Waddington
Adansonia sp. ~ Eight species, 6 endemic to Madagascar ~ Three sp. threatened with extinction
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