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Situated in northeast Madagascar, the Masoala Peninsula contains the largest and wildest track of rainforest remaining on the island, and the largest number of species, including the rare red ruffed lemur.

Situated in northeast Madagascar, the Masoala Peninsula contains the largest and wildest track of rainforest remaining on the island, and the largest number of species, including the rare red ruffed lemur. It is one of the country’s top conservation priorities, and preservation of the incredibly high diversity of plant and animal life here has been helped by the creation of the Masoala National Park.

Despite the high numbers of animal species the wildlife in the rainforest can be hard to spot, but you may see species such as: aye aye, eastern fork-marked lemur, weasel sportive lemur, white-fronted brown lemur, greater hedgehog tenrec, Uroplatus geckos, chameleons and fosas. Endemic to the peninsula is the sub-species of black-and-white ruffed lemur - the red ruffed lemur. There are also many endemic bird species in Masoala and in recent years the Madagascar red owl and Madagascar serpent eagle were spotted here after a gap of almost 50 years.

The Masoala is accessible only by boat from Maroantsetra through the Gulf of Antongil. Accommodation is available nearby at the rustic guesthouse Chez Arol in the little village of Tampolo, from where night walks can be taken.

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Key info

  • Ideal for viewing: Bernier’s vanga, eastern woolly lemur, helmet vanga, panther chameleon, red-ruffed lemur
  • Where: Sava Region, Madagascar

Wildlife trips

This wildlife location is featured in the following itinerary:

Best of Both Worlds

The ideal trip if you yearn for a short, but memorable, getaway to experience the extremes of Madagascar. Combine the rainforests of the Masoala Peninsula, home to many bird species, aye aye and the endemic red ruffed lemur, with the ecologically sensitive Ifotaka Community Forest. Find out more about Best of Both Worlds

  • Price (inc. flights): 12 days from £5,495
  • Trip type:
    Tailor-made Holiday
  • When to go:
    • M
    • A
    • M
    • J
    • J
    • A
    • S
    • O
    • N
    • D
Suggested accommodation options are shown below. Please contact us for further recommendations.

Hotel Relais du Masoala

This colonial-style lodge is located just outside the village of Maroantsetra on the bay of Antongil. Bungalows are spread out through beautiful gardens shaded by coconut trees, and the pool is a perfect place to relax. Boat excursions can be arranged to neighbouring Masoala National Park and Nosy Be. Find Out More about Hotel Relais du Masoala

Masoala Forest Lodge

Set next to the beach, this up-market lodge brings comfortable African safari-style camping to Madagascar, with large furnished tents set on wooden platforms. In addition to exploring the forest, you can snorkel in the nearby marine reserve and even spot whales from kayaks in the summer months. Find Out More about Masoala Forest Lodge

Petit Relais Lodge

A pristine white sand beach on the north shore of the Bay of Antongil provides the idyllic location for Petit Relais Lodge. The eight spacious bungalows are built from local materials and overlook the beautiful bay, with the rainforest covered slopes of Masoala National Park riding behind. Find Out More about Petit Relais Lodge