Central Highlands
Cool terraced hills, rice paddies, and the Merina heartland stretching across Madagascar's elevated spine.
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Antananarivo
Hilltop capital where Merina royalty meets Malagasy street life
Antsirabe
Cool highland spa town of pousse-pousse rickshaws and volcanic lakes
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Visit the Pirate Museum at Ambohimanga
Discover the UNESCO-listed royal hill and sacred forest of the Merina kings.
Climb to the Rova of Antananarivo
Ascend to the hilltop royal palace that once commanded the Merina kingdom.
Feast on Romazava at a Hotely
Eat the national dish of Madagascar at a humble family-run canteen.
Explore Lemurs at Lemurs' Park
Walk among free-roaming lemurs in a botanical reserve just outside the capital.
Ride a Pousse-Pousse Through the Colonial Quarter
Glide through Madagascar's thermal spa town in a colorful hand-pulled rickshaw.
Wander Through the Analakely Market
Dive into the capital's sprawling open-air market overflowing with spices, vanilla, and raffia crafts.
Paddle Across Volcanic Lake Tritriva
Canoe on the emerald waters of a sacred volcanic crater lake.
Visit the Artisan Workshops of Antsirabe
Watch zebu horn, recycled aluminum, and gemstones transformed into Malagasy crafts.
Catch a Live Salegy Concert
Dance to Madagascar's high-energy signature music in a buzzing Tana nightclub.
Try Mofo Gasy and Masikita at the Morning Market
Bite into crispy rice cakes and skewered zebu at Antsirabe's dawn street food stalls.