Connect with nature in the private park of Anja

 
Connect with nature in the private park of Anja
 
Discover one of the most authentic places in a region where nature is a queen: the private park of Anja.
 
The private park of Anja is an exceptional haven of peace. This site is ideal if you are looking to recharge your batteries in nature. Rest assured, here, your ride can only be pleasant because it will run at your own pace. You can loop the turn of the reserve in one round of clock, but you can, if your planning allows you, stay there for several hours. Right from the start of your visit, you will understand that you are contributing to the economic development of this small community. Indeed, the management of the site is entrusted to the village community.
Accompanied by a guide, you will see some of the 500 lemurs that evolve in this little paradise. You will often meet groups of maki catta - the stars of the place, who will come to rub you with you during your walk. These little mammals will be happy to offer you a dance show. You will also discover other animal species.
 
This site also shelters on the flanks of its rocky hills caves, having served as dwellings to the populations of the region. The vegetation encrusted between the rocks forms a beautiful landscape to be immortalized. From the top of the hill you will have a breathtaking view of the valley of Ambalavao and the small village of Anja.
 
This article was featured in Prime Magazine May 2017

Useful Information

When to go

In Ambalavao, the climate is temperate and warm. There is therefore a strong presence of rain in both summer and winter with an average annual temperature of 17.7 °C.      You can take full advantage of the destination between April and October, during the dry season.

How to get there

The town of Ambalavao is located approximately 56 kilometres south of Fianarantsoa. Like most destinations on the National Road 7, it is served by bush-taxis (taxis-brousse) departing from Fasan’ny Karana station in the south of Antananarivo.

Where to stay

There are a few excellent addresses of hotels in Ambalavao. Whether you stay for a week or just a weekend, hotel Aux Bougainvillées, hotel Samoina or the Varangue Betsileo are famous stopovers in the region.

Where to eat

About restaurants, Le Tropik, Zongo Hotel and Restaurant or Tsienimparihy Bakery & Restaurant will satisfy your taste buds.

What to see

During your stay in Ambalavao, enjoy an excursion in the National Park of Andringitra for a stay full of discoveries. Also do not miss to go through the plateau of Andohariana renowned for its waterfalls.