frequently asked questions

Take your time reading our FAQ page and if you have any further question which is not found at here please contact Mr Benjamin to reply your question.

Do I have to pay to use this website ?

This is a FREE service. The only time that payment is required will be when a confirmed tour booking is made.

How do I get to Madagascar ?

The best way to get to Madagascar is by air. So far Madagascar airline and air France and corsair are the only long haul flight from Paris to Madagascar which is convenient for travelers from Europe and from the United States. Of course you can come via South African airways, Kenya airways, air Mauritius, Air Austral , emirates. and ethiopian airline.

When is the best time to visit Madagascar ?

Broadly speaking the dry months are between Mid Aprils to Mid November. Keen naturalists should go from late august to end of December. With the climate change the weather is not predictable so you just tell me when do you plan to come and I will advise you what it will be like and select the areas accordingly.

Do I need an entrance visa to Madagascar ?

Yes, a visa is required by everyone except for Malagasy citizen.

Where do I need to apply my visa ?

It can be issued at the airport in Antananarivo upon your arrival or you can obtain it from Malagasy embassy near you but we suggest you to get your visa on line. You will require a valid passport and round trip international air tickets.

How much do I have to pay for my entry visa ?

Applicable fees :

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Should I take travel insurance ?

It is essential that you take out sufficient travel insurance from your country.

Which currency should I bring ?

I recommend you to bring Euro, US dollars in notes. Visa card is most easy one to change at ATM machines at every major city you will pass.

Which language do Malagasy speak ?

The local people speak Malagasy, which belongs to the Malay -Polynesian family of languages. French is only use for an administrative paper work. Few speak English.

Will I have internet access during my tour ?

Yes, cyber café can be found in every big place. Most of hotels has a Wi-Fi internet connection but we strongly recommend you to purchase a prepaid local sim card with internet by Yas or Orange Company to have 5G internet connection on your mobile phone or lap top.

Does cell phone network cover in big places in Madagascar ?

Yes, mobile phone is very popular and works well at most of the accessible places. We have orange, Yas and airtel operators so you can choose one of it which suite for you.

Is it safe to travel in Madagascar ?

Travelling to any country in the world does involve a certain amount of risk. It is however very important to utilize local knowledge to avoid areas of high risk. Visit mada tours has been conducting tours for over 23 years and we have never had a serious incident.

Why should I travel with visit mada tours ?

Visit mada tours has been the premiere English speaking local tour company in Madagascar since 2003. We have the experience and the commitment to provide you with the trip of a lifetime. We can offer you a quality holiday at an affordable price and will show you places you could not see while travelling alone or on a large coach tour and with visit mada tours, you will have flexible trip.

How do I book my trip with visit mada tours ?

Your tour at Visit mada tours can be booked from anywhere in the world and at anytime you have internet access. Bookings can be made online via our website or by WhatsApp. You can hold your booking by email us your copy of passport and international flight ticket and 30% of deposit. Please call or email us if you need any assistance or have any questions.

When should I book my trip ?

Book early! Many tours fill quickly so you should contact us as soon as possible. We would be happy to help you choose the trip that is right for you. Contact us anytime to check availability for our tour.

When do I have to pay my final balance ?

You will pay our final balance at the same day you arrive when we meet in antananarivo at your hotel and we prefer to have it in euro or us dollars cash.

Can you design our itinerary with our needs ?

Visit mada tours can help you to plan your trip with your needs. This is a FREE service supplied to you by our travel experts. You just let us know what you want to see or places you would like to visit then we will email you our draft itinerary including your request.

Does visit mada tours provide an international flight tickets ?

No, visit mada tours does not arrange or provide yet any international flight ticket to the clients.

Can we book and purchase our local flight ticket through visit mada tours ?

Yes, you can book and purchase your all domestic flight tickets through our agency with small fees.

How do I pay my trip to visit mada tours ?

The trip at visit mada tours can be paid by bank transfer or by internet payment like western union, tap tap send and remitly.
We take Euro, US dollars and Ariary cash if you are already in Madagascar.

Can I take picture of the local people ?

Only in Antananarivo is not good to take picture of the people without their permission but out of tana is no problem. People are very happy if you take them a photo and promise to post it.

How much the average cost for a meal at the restaurant ?

A menu (entrance, resistance, desert) costs from 15 euro up to 24 euro per person at restaurant.

How much is the local guide fees at national parks ?

The fee for the local guide at national park is various which depend on circuits you will trek. From 25 euro up to 65 euro for 1 to 3 people.