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Motorcycle trip in Madagascar, The Red Lands of Madagascar
Motorcycle trip Madagascar

The Red Lands of Madagascar

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Adventure Tour
Duration
11 D
Tour Type
Tour Leader
Accommodation
Standard
Level
Intermediate
Meal Plan
Full-Board
Vintage Rides → Destinations → Madagascar → The Red Lands of Madagascar
Reshad
Your motorcycle expert
Reshad
After traveling the world, Reshad joined the Vintage Rides adventure in 2017. Whether he’s scouting out new routes, riding alongside you on roads around the world, or in France running introductory courses… it’s hard to say where you’ll find him tomorrow, but he’ll certainly be on a motorcycle!
On the agenda
Embark on a unique adventure with this Madagascar motorcycle tour. At the handlebars of your Royal Enfield Himalayan, explore the red island through its winding roads, picturesque villages, and spectacular landscapes. From the capital Antananarivo to the beaches of Mangily, each stage reveals unique natural and cultural treasures: terraced rice paddies, impressive rock formations, and parks teeming with biodiversity. Experience authentic encounters and unforgettable moments in an exotic and fascinating setting.

The Red Lands of Madagascar

Motorcycle trip in Madagascar

11 stages - 839 miles
Antananarivo Stage 1/11
Antananarivo
Upon your arrival at the airport, you will be picked up and driven to your hotel in the heart of Tananarive. The journey begins, and already, your senses awaken: new colors, new scents, new landmarks… Let yourself be carried away by the wonder and emotion of this first immersion. Enjoy a stroll to the Queen's Palace to admire the immensity of the Malagasy capital and soak in its unique atmosphere. At the end of the day, you will meet your motorcycle guide and take the first steps of this great adventure: your Africa motorcycle tour is just beginning.
Antananarivo - Ampefy Stage 2/11 99 miles
Antananarivo - Ampefy
It's the big day, we extract ourselves from Tana, heading due west to reach this volcanic region of the high plateaus. We stop in a typical Malagasy village, where a coffee will give us the energy to explore and discover the rice paddy landscapes of this beautiful winding road. After several turns, we are expected for a traditional Malagasy meal. We only have a few miles left to reach Ampefy with its geysers and magnificent lake.
Ampefy - Antsirabe Stage 3/11 93 miles
Ampefy - Antsirabe
We leave Ampefy to continue our journey on a magnificent ribbon of asphalt, life scenes are numerous and the viewpoints extraordinary on this winding road. We enjoy a picnic stop on the terraced rice paddies. We approach Antsirabe, nicknamed the Vichy of Madagascar. We are welcomed by Denis, a Frenchman who has made his lodge a haven of peace. In the evening, we share an unusual meal in town, where we go by rickshaw!
Antsirabe - Ranomafana Stage 4/11 155 miles
Antsirabe - Ranomafana
A beautiful stage today, as much for the eyes as for the miles. We enter Betsileo land, this wood-carving people, welcoming and smiling. We cross a spectacular valley punctuated by waterfalls. Lunch break in nature, with a picnic facing the mountains of the Highlands. We then turn towards a primary forest: the humidity, the freshness, the atmosphere change suddenly. Upon arrival at the hotel, we are already thinking about tomorrow and the desire to set off again is already felt to discover this primary forest.
Ranomafana - Sahambavy Stage 5/11 50 miles
Ranomafana - Sahambavy
This morning, we trade our Royal Enfields for a good pair of shoes and a local guide takes us to discover the flora and fauna of this natural park. We then get back on the motorcycles for a short stage. The track becomes more playful, but remains accessible. Objective: reach the tea fields to see the pickers at work. Guided tour of the factory, then immersion in the plantations. We end the day peacefully by a lake.
Sahambavy - Ambalavao Stage 6/11 71 miles
Sahambavy - Ambalavao
We leave this peaceful corner to head for Ambalavao. On the way, we pass through Fianarantsoa, the cultural capital of the South. We gain a little height to admire the colonial architecture and have lunch in the quiet streets of the old town. Then back on the RN7. Terraced rice paddies scroll by, red ochre houses set the tone. As we approach Ambalavao, the first rock formations appear on the horizon. The rest promises to be exciting. The Anja reserve awaits us, and it is there that we encounter Madagascar's emblematic animal: the lemur..
Ambalavao - Parc D'Isalo Stage 7/11 165 miles
Ambalavao - Parc D'Isalo
During this day, we will cross the border between the highlands and the Betsileo region to enter the Bara country through the South gate. Along the way, we will be impressed by a spectacular rock formation, reminiscent of the famous Uluru in Australia, an immense monolith dominating the Malagasy savanna. The landscape changes gradually, and we feel the rise in heat. Upon our arrival at the hotel, we will have the opportunity to relax while admiring a magnificent sunset.
Parc D'Isalo Stage 8/11 37 miles
Parc D'Isalo
We wake up in this enchanting place, eager to discover the region's treasures, especially the fascinating sapphire mines. Mounting our motorcycles, we set off on an adventure to meet the miners and delve into their captivating world. Back at the hotel, a delicious meal awaits us by the pool. Two options are available to us: explore the majestic karstic rock formations of Isalo, or enjoy a moment of relaxation by the water.
Parc D'Isalo - Mangily Stage 9/11 168 miles
Parc D'Isalo - Mangily
The Mozambique Channel and its beautiful beaches are well worth it! We cover a lot of miles today, but the spectacle is there. Crossing sapphire miner villages, the aridity of the south is felt. We are surprised by a forest with some Baobabs, before taking a road that is more like a track. In the distance, we begin to glimpse the ocean, we are getting closer to Tulear. We enjoy the last joyful cacophony of Malagasy cities before riding on a magnificent ribbon of asphalt that makes us feel the sea spray, before arriving at our beachfront hotel.
Mangily - Antananarivo Stage 10/11
Mangily - Antananarivo
We leave the Royal Enfields aside to fly back to Antananarivo. If the flight is scheduled in the morning, you will be transferred to the hotel and can use your free time to visit the capital. If the flight is in the afternoon, you can enjoy this postcard setting one last time before taking our return flight to Tana by embarking on a traditional dhow alongside the Vezo, a nomadic people of the southwest coast, to navigate the Mozambique Channel, go snorkeling, or eat fresh grilled fish for lunch. Beach extension possible on request.
Antananarivo - Airport Stage 11/11
Antananarivo - Airport
The adventure comes to an end, you are transferred to Antananarivo airport according to your international return flight schedule. End of our services. We recommend checking the compatibility of international flight schedules with customer service before booking them.
Price
From $4690,00 / rider
The price includes The price does not include

  • A Royal Enfield motorcycle and spare parts.

  • Fuel, parking, any tolls.

  • Third-party motorcycle insurance.

  • Mandatory insurance: insurance covering medical expenses on site. Repatriation assistance, which covers you in case of 2-wheel accidents (large displacement).

  • Legal assistance and cancellation insurance highly recommended.

  • International driving permit.

Important
Documents requested :
International motorcycle license if necessary
Motorcycle Driving License
Passport valid for the whole trip
Valid Visa, if required

This adventure tour is a good first step into adventure riding: no off-road as such, but about 40% of the 840 miles on damaged roads and the rest on good roads with potholes, long days on the RN7 and simple lodges. Passengers only if you both have experience on rough roads.

Some stages are far from medical facilities: first aid and transport to the nearest medical center rely mainly on our support vehicle, as helicopters and ambulances are rare, and phone coverage can be patchy. As on any adventure route, road conditions depend on the weather during and before the trip.

Reviews on this trip
4.8/5 · 62 review
A magnificent, unforgettable trip.

A magnificent, unforgettable trip. Shout-out to Eli for her gentleness and for being such an...

Emilie
14 Jun. 2026

The Red Lands of Madagascar
Thank you for helping us live…

Thank you for helping us live this new road trip full of wonderful encounters and...

Christophe
10 Jun. 2026

The Red Lands of Madagascar
Coming from the U.S., Madagascar was…

Coming from the U.S., Madagascar was an unforgettable adventure from start to finish. I came...

King
05 Jun. 2026

The Red Lands of Madagascar
You make us want to want…

You make us want to want to travel!.. With peace of mind, and the best...

raymond
05 Jun. 2026

The Red Lands of Madagascar
I had a great trip to…

I had a great trip to Madagascar. A great group, a magnificent country, great motorcycles.

Marilyn
05 Jun. 2026

The Red Lands of Madagascar
Incredible experiences. Madagascar is not a…

Incredible experiences. Madagascar is not a country but a world of its own. Thank you...

Jerome
02 Jun. 2026

The Red Lands of Madagascar
This motorcycle road trip was one…

This motorcycle road trip was one of my most beautiful trips. The route is a...

bernard
24 May 2026

The Red Lands of Madagascar
Mada was awesome. An excellent balance…

Mada was awesome. An excellent balance between discovering the country, its people and its landscapes,...

Jacques
20 May 2026

The Red Lands of Madagascar
The Red Lands of Madagascar

Fabrice
20 May 2026

The Red Lands of Madagascar
The Red Lands of Madagascar

Jack
20 May 2026

The Red Lands of Madagascar
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$4690 / Rider
$3990 / passenger
From 22 Oct. 2026 to 01 Nov. 2026
5 registered • Motorcycles available: 5
Upon request
From 13 Apr. 2027 to 23 Apr. 2027
0 registered • Motorcycles available: 10
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50% deposit
Cancellation and postponement with conditions
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