MADAGASCAR BY TRAIN : “Madagascar Railroad Trip”
Madagascar is well known as being a beautiful, large island located in the Indian Ocean, and as the fourth largest in the world and is famous for its spectacular nature and abundant wildlife. It is not surprising then that a railroad trip is one of the best ways to experience and admire the beauty of this island and its variety of landscapes including some impressive scenery that could only be seen by using the railway.
We have organized a 15 day Madagascar Railroad Trip in which you will be able to meet the local population, enjoy time with the train crew and tour guides who are only too eager to share their knowledge of this gem of an Island with you.
The journey begins with your arrival at the Antananarivo airport in Madagascar. Over 15 days the journey will take you through cities, towns, villages that cover Antananarivo, Moramanga, Tamatave, Ambatondrazaka, Ambositra, Fianarantsoa, Ambalavao, Manakara, Ranomafana and many more special places.
Some of the spectacular highlights to look forward to while visiting these places include Andasibe National Park, reptile farms in Marozevo, night walks in Andasibe and the very popular Ranomafana National Park which is well known for its vast wildlife and nature.
What makes this Railroad trip so special is the journey taken upon them, these trains hold a special part of history in travel within Madagascar and offers a different and unique holiday experience. The adventure is complemented by three trains, all with a different background and heritage to them, they include:
La Micheline ‘Viko Viko’
This train is a revolutionary invention of the 30′s and there are only 2 left in the world, one in a museum and one still running in Madagascar. It has an an average speed of 50 km/h and is a real gem as it has been refurbished thanks to its carefully preserved origin and genuine parts. An astonishing fact is that the train actually runs on rubber wheels along the track, the only kind in the world. Some other features of this unique rare train are its wicker chairs, bamboo flooring, a corner bar within the train and a FCE sound system and so much more.
La Micheline 'Viko Viko' Train in Madagascar
Dia Sora (‘Journey Good’) Train
The Dia Sora has 26 Scheduled stops on the journey, which makes it a worthwhile ride and all the stops are an opportunity to meet and interact with the locals as the train is met by them at every stop – they sell local products, souvenirs and foodstuffs.
The Jungle Express in Madagascar
The Jungle Express has 17 scheduled stops and the line that it runs on is one of the steepest in the world and has 67 bridges and 48 tunnels.
This is a once in a lifetime tour and experience not to be missed, take your camera along… it will be a journey and memory you will be talking about for a long time.
Take advantage of our current rates for the railroad trip. or more information on the above tour, please contact one of our knowledgeable consultants on africa@golfing-safaris.com or view our website: www.south-african-hotels.com
Nosy Iranja Lodge in Madagascar
The Jungle Express Train in Madagascar