Mad About Madagascar!

Join us in fabulous Madagascar...
on an escorted tour of a lifetime!

Madagascar... the exotic “island continent”, in the heart of the Indian Ocean, has one of the most fascinating assemblages of unique organisms on the planet. Over 1580 km long and 570 km wide, Madagascar is the world’s fourth largest island: some consider it the “Eighth Continent.” This is your opportunity to explore one of the least-known, yet most remarkable bastions of nature remaining on earth.

Best known for its lemurs (the most ancient relatives of monkeys, apes and humans), Madagascar’s fauna also includes colourful and bizarre looking chameleons, reptiles, giant butterflies and great numbers of birds. Vegetation includes majestic baobab trees, the amazing ‘spiny desert’, carnivorous pitcher plants and stunning orchids (including the Black Orchid) among the rare and endemic plants. Almost all of Madagascar’s reptile and amphibian species, half of its birds, and all of its remarkable 30 species of lemurs are endemic to the island - they can be found nowhere else on earth in their native state. In fact over 85% of all Malagasy living species are unique!

Both departures are limited to a maximum of 23 participants, including our tour leader, to ensure an in-depth experience. We spend 16 wonderful days in Madagascar, exploring the key wildlife reserves and national parks. At the beginning and end of our tour you will also be able to relax in our first class, beachside hotel on the beautiful island of Mauritius. You may also wish to take the opportunity to extend your visit to arguably the most spectacularly beautiful island in the Indian Ocean, the verdant, volcanic French island of Réunion - a place full of natural and scenic wonders.

Madagascar - The rainbow Island
18 April to 9 May 2006 - 22 days
26 September to 17 October 2006 - 22 days

Hurry! We have just a few places left - the inclusive tour cost from Sydney or Melbourne is $9,790 per person twin share. Past Adventure Associates passengers are eligible for a $250 discount. Contact us as soon as possible for further details.

For more information contact us on 1800 222 141, email on mail@adventureassociates.com or visit the Madagascar Section on our website.

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Leave the hustle and bustle of the 21st Century behind you and experience an adventure to a different world... charming and friendly people, vibrant and fascinating cultures, spectacular scenery, verdant forests, stark deserts, unique plants and animals and endless photographic opportunities. This is a rare opportunity - we do hope you can join us!

ADVENTURE
ASSOCIATES

GPO Box 4414
Sydney NSW 2001
Ph: (+61 2) 9389 7466
Fax: (+61 2) 9369 1853
Toll Free 1 800 222 141
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