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September 16
September 16 - September 22
An itinerary that combines convenient logistics, privacy, and a rich natural experience. Each itinerary is designed to take into account the actual distances and infrastructure of the island, ensuring the journey remains easy and comfortable at every stage.
An itinerary that combines convenient logistics, privacy, and a rich natural experience. Each itinerary is designed to take into account the actual distances and infrastructure of the island, ensuring the journey remains easy and comfortable at every stage.
Watching humpback whales in their "maternity ward" off the coast of Sainte-Marie is not just a tour, but the silence of the ocean, punctuated by a 40-ton splash—a moment when all business tasks seem infinitely small
The Sacred Experience of Meeting Giants
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Honest Madagascar cuisine: from a fireside dinner in the rainforest to the freshest seafood on a pirate island. Local vanilla-and-ginger rum is the perfect catalyst for evening conversation.
Wild Island Gastronomy
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We'll walk through the misty jungles of Andasibe, where every sound and every inch of space is alive with life. This is a return to the roots—to a place where nature hasn't yet been "groomed" for tourists
Expedition to the Primordial Forest
Witness (and participate in) content creation where fog clings to the treetops. We'll discuss world news and meanings in the most unusual studio on the planet—in the heart of an island-continent
Filming of "The Most Honest News"
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A group of up to 20 people, no random travel companions. Only people with whom it's equally valuable to share morning coffee overlooking the misty jungles of Andasibe and evening discussions of meaning over a glass of rum on a pirate island. Insiders is about trust, shared values, and the rare opportunity to meet "your kind" in a place where time stood still millions of years ago
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in the company of like-minded people
3 unique locations
7 days
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ANTANANARIVO
A capital with its own character, where the colonial past meets African chaos. It's a city of "tanned shoulders," legendary bougie boats, and the first entry point into the Madagascar context
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SAINTE-MARY
An island refuge that has preserved the spirit of pirate freedom and absolute peace. It's the prime location for encounters with humpback whales. Here, time stands still, and the only important sound is the lapping of water in a protected ocean channel
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ANDASIBE
A kingdom of primeval forest and cloud jungle. A place where nature speaks with the voices of the planet's largest lemurs. Here we retreat from civilization into the depths of the island's "living organism" to experience true silence and see a world untouched by time
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September 16 - September 22
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Day 1
In the evening, we'll meet the group and get ready for the week ahead in the cozy atmosphere of the hotel garden. Accompanied by local specialties and candid conversations, we'll begin the first chapter of our Madagascar exploration. You've got it—here we go!
We arrive in the capital, Antananarivo. Tanned shoulders, ice-cold beer, and an atmosphere of absolute freedom await us. Your journey begins with impeccable comfort: a meeting at the airport and a short transfer to the Novotel Antananarivo. This is the time to drop off your suitcases, escape the hustle and bustle of the flight, and experience the vibe of the African capital from your room with the best view of the city.
September 16
Greetings in Madagascar
Day 2
After settling in, we'll enjoy a picnic lunch right on the beach. White sand, the sound of waves, and the first taste of the ocean's rhythm. We'll begin a chapter of relaxed hedonismbefore meeting the main characters of these waters.
We'll check into Soanambo Mantis Lodge , a hotel that has become the epitome of island hospitality. Surrounded by tropical gardens and the sound of the surf, we'll film an episode of "The Most Honest News."
In the morning, we depart for one of Madagascar's most atmospheric islands. A domestic flight will allow you to swap the urban landscape for the endless azure ocean. Nearby is the world's only pirate cemetery and one of the best places in the world to observe humpback whales, which come here during calving season.
September 17
Coast of Gentlemen of Fortune
Day 3
An intimate dinner of the freshest seafood on the coast. An evening among friends, where the main topic of discussion is the recent experience of encountering giants in their natural habitat.
Observe the most artistic giants on the planet. You'll see 40-ton leaps, tail slaps, and curious young swimming up to the boats. A profound contemplation of nature's power that will leave your heart racing.
A whale watching excursion awaits us. This isn't just a tourist attraction, but a profound, almost sacred experience. Access to the ocean begins directly from the pier at Soanambo Mantis Lodge. In the protected channel between the island and the mainland, whales find the perfect haven to give birth.
September 18
Sacred Experience: Dance of the Giants
Day 4
After sunset, armed with cameras and a glass of dry red wine, we'll set out in search of hidden life. The world of dwarf lemurs and sleeping chameleons will come alive in the beams of our flashlights.
In the evening, honest Madagascar cuisine: plenty of rice, fresh herbs, zebu, and, of course, local rum. After the humid forest, dinner by the fireplace in the common room is a special treat.
We change locations: a boat transfer and land journey take us to the Andasibe rainforest. Our refuge is Eulophiella Lodge. It's not just a hotel, but an eco-lodge in a rustic minimalist style, literally integrated into the landscape.
September 19
Transition to the primeval forest
Day 5
By evening, when we return to the lodge, you'll experience a sense of complete inner silence. The noise of big cities and the bustle of business will seem infinitely distant—here, in the heart of Madagascar, they lose their significance entirely.
You'll walk along trails where every inch of space is teeming with life. We'll constantly look up, keeping an eye out for lemurs, and down, searching for rare insects or mosses. This place demands your full attention, forcing you to forget about the outside world.
This day will be a transition from the ordinary world to a place where time stood still millions of years ago. We'll be trekking through Mantadia National Park. This is the only place on the planet where the largest lemur, the Indri, lives in the wild. Their piercing, whale-like cries carry for kilometers, creating the atmosphere of a prehistoric world.
September 20
Voices of the relic forest
Day 6
Free time for relaxation or a leisurely stroll around the city. This is the perfect time to choose authentic souvenirs and spend the final evening of the expedition quietly discussing the results of our journey.
In the afternoon, return to the Novotel Antananarivo. After the wild jungle, the hotel's modern comforts help gently transition back to civilization, preserving the peace and quiet inside.
We leave the rainforests and head to Antananarivo. The overland journey will allow us to once again experience the changing landscapes: from emerald terraced rice fields to picturesque villages where life flows at its own leisurely pace.
September 21
Back to the roots
Day 7
A comfortable transfer to the airport and your international flight awaits you . You'll depart feeling completely recharged and realizing that Madagascar isn't just a spot on the map, but a new state of mind.
Morning in Antananarivo for a leisurely breakfast. We bid farewell to the island, taking time for a final reflection before returning to our normal routine.
September 22
The end of the journey
A walk through colorful Antananarivo
Picnic on the Pirate Coast
Welcome dinner in the secret garden
A visit to the world's only pirate cemetery
Domestic flight over the island
Dinner with the freshest seafood
Humpback Whale Expedition
Filming "The Most Honest News" with Artemy Lebedev
Night safari in the rainforest
Trekking in search of the largest lemurs, the Indri
Tasting Madagascar rum by the fireplace
Boat transfer along the ocean coast
A boutique oceanfront hotel that embodies the idea of ​​"quiet luxury." Secluded bungalows surrounded by palm trees and a private pier, from which our whale-watching journey begins. Here, privacy is the quintessential hospitality standard.
We chose not just hotels, but locations that are attractions in themselves. These are places where the island's pristine nature meets authentic architecture and exceptional comfort.
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ST. MARY| Soanambo Mantis Lodge
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An eco-lodge, meticulously integrated into the rainforest landscape. Here, rustic minimalism of stone and wood allows you to live within the jungle's living organism, waking to the cries of lemurs and falling asleep to the sounds of the ancient forest.
ANDASIBÉ| Eulophiella Lodge
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A modern five-star hotel that has become an architectural landmark in the capital. It's a space of technological comfort with panoramic views of the city, where we gently adjust our vision before immersing ourselves in the island's wild nature.
ANTANANARIVO|Novotel Antananarivo
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This is not Artemy Lebedev's first trip with Insiders.
In September we went to South Africa.
And in February to Mexico. See photos.
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price
For one person with the condition of single occupancy
Breakfasts, lunches, dinners
For one person with the condition of double occupancy
$13 800
$12 900
  • Meals along the route
Antananarivo → Saint Mary, Saint Mary → Antananarivo
  • Domestic flights
  • Group transfer from/to the airport
  • Tourist taxes
Russian-speaking guides, local guides in national parks
  • Escort
Group transfers throughout the tour
  • Logistics
All activities as per the program, entrance fees to national parks
  • Events
  • Individual meeting at the airport
  • Alcoholic drinks
We will prepare a package of documents for you from the host party and provide detailed instructions on how to fill out the application form
  • Visa application
Souvenirs, additional drinks and meals outside the program
  • Personal expenses
A must for your safety while traveling
  • Medical insurance
International air travel to and from Madagascar
  • International flight
Novotel Antananarivo, Soanambo Mantis Lodge, Eulophiella Lodge
  • Accommodation in 4-5* hotels
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