Created in 1989, this park is a key site for biodiversity conservation in Madagascar, protecting endangered species and offering a safe haven for lemurs, rare birds, emblematic reptiles, and unique endemic plants. This national park is ideal for naturalists and adventure seekers. A full day is required to explore it properly. The drive takes about one and a half hours from your hotel, followed by a deep forest hike.
Once the walk begins, you are truly inside the rainforest, where all animals live in their natural, wild environment. Sightings depend on patience and luck, as encountering specific species is never guaranteed—making each discovery even more rewarding.
Flora
Pandanus sp. (Vakoana)
Cyathea sp. (Fanjàna)
Ambora (Tambourissa sp.)
Cymbidiella falcigera (orchid)
Dense tropical rainforest with a high proportion of endemic species
Numerous rare and heritage species, with a high level of endemism.
Source: Madagascar National Parks
Fauna
Mammals – Lemurs (14 species)
Indri indri (CR – Critically Endangered)
Propithecus diadema (CR)
Varecia variegata editorum (CR)
Daubentonia madagascariensis (Aye-aye)
Eulemur fulvus, Eulemur rubriventer, Avahi laniger, Cheirogaleus sp.
Birds (108 species)
Terpsiphone mutata
Xenopirostris damii (Van Dam’s Vanga)
Motacilla flaventris
Aviceda madagascariensis
Rufous Vanga (Artamie rousse)
And many others, including numerous endemic species
Reptiles (51 species)
Sanzinia madagascariensis
Calumma parsonii
Uroplatus sp.
Amphibians (84 species)
Mantella aurantiaca (CR)
Many other species typical of Madagascar’s eastern rainforest
Fish
Ratsirakia legendrei
Rheocles alaotrensis (threatened species)
Insects
Urania madagascariensis (rare and remarkable butterfly)
Abundant Lepidoptera and Coleoptera
Source: Madagascar National Parks
Tarifs
Vakona Reserve is a private site where lemurs live freely on a small island. The reserve also includes a crocodile park and a reptile section.
It is one of the best places to easily observe different lemur species up close, including bamboo lemurs, making it ideal for families, first-time visitors, and wildlife enthusiasts.
Created in 2012 and given to the inhabitant. It almost has the same species as the Analamazaotra National Park because it belongs to the same forest, just separated by a river across the jungle.
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