IVOLOINA PARK
IVOLOINA PARK
Ivolina park Madagascar is featured a 4-hectares zoological facility within a 282-hectares forestry station. Here in Ivolina park there is place for picnic so we can organize you a picnic lunch or you can have lunch the city of Tamatave then head on to enjoy the visit.
Ivolina park is located just 30 to 40 minutes north of Tamatave, Ivoloina is close enough for a half-day trip from a cruise ship. With so many things to do and see, however, it is also possible to spend a full day or two hiking in the nine kilometers of well-maintained hiking trails, scheduling a nocturnal lemur tour, wandering the gardens and orchards, exploring historic ruins, and relaxing by the lake. It is also possible to arrange to stay overnight.
Departure from Tamatave, and direction north of Tamatave to reach the village of Ivoloina. Visit of the park. This park offers the opportunity to enjoy many rare plant species that are conserved and 13 species of lemurs, many species of reptiles, such as tortoises, snakes and chameleons of all sizes as well as different species of birds that live freely in this Reserve. After the visit head back in town then continuation on a short panoramic visit of the city of Tamatave, through the colonial district, Boulevard Joffre, with its famous Hotel, the Avenue of Independence and the Rue du Commerce; then a quick visit of the market to discover and buy all kinds of spices and medicinal plants, as well as objects that are typical of local crafts such as printed cotton fabrics and creations stuffs made out of raffia.
