Eastern Madagascar
Relais de Mantadia
Relais de Mantadia is a tranquil retreat located in the lush eucalyptus forests of Eastern Madagascar, seamlessly blending comfort with serenity. Its thoughtfully designed rooms boast stunning views and a peaceful ambience, enriched by the soothing sounds of nature. Just five minutes from Analamazaotra Reserve and around an hour from Andasibe-Mantadia National Park, the lodge serves as an ideal gateway to explore these two reserves, home to the iconic Indri lemur.
Guests can indulge in authentic Malagasy cuisine at the hotel’s restaurant, featuring local specialties alongside an international breakfast buffet. The wellness centre offers therapeutic treatments using Madagascar’s essential oils, ensuring relaxation after a day of adventure.
Local Wildlife
Mammals: Indri, diademed sifaka, black-and-white ruffed lemur, Eastern grey bamboo lemur, common brown lemur, Eastern woolly lemur, furry-eared dwarf lemur, Goodman’s mouse lemur.
Birds: Madagascar blue pigeon, Madagascar long-eared owl, Madagascar starling, various species of vanga, coua, and shy ground rollers.
Reptiles: Parson’s chameleon, nose-horned chameleon, Brookesia chameleons.
Claire Pote
Area Specialist
If you have any questions regarding our Madagascar tours, please feel free to contact me on +44 (0)1803 866965
Large variety of lemurs, indri and sifakas in different surroundings. Watching families leaping from tree to tree was enthralling. Chameleons, from a two day old hatchling to larger ones displaying their unusual movements was captivating. Beautiful and unusual birds in a variety of habitats. Watching a kingfisher wait, catch and then consume a large crab was a highlight.
