National parks of Madagascar
If you have been on safari in Africa and Madagascar before, you know: Madagascar offers a different kind of experience. Unlike typical African safaris, the national parks in Madagascar are largely car-free. You'll leave your vehicle at the entrance gate and explore the park on foot, accompanied by a local guide. Most parks offer a range of hiking trails to suit all fitness levels and interests. From short 2-hour walks to multi-day treks.
In this section, we explain the park entrance fees and how to arrange your permits. For information on the most popular national parks in Madagascar, including what to see and do, be sure to check out our Madagascar Travel Blog.
How much are the park fees in Madagascar?
Visiting Madagascar's National Parks is affordable, charging much lower entrance fees than other National Parks in East Africa. For an overview of all the national parks and the costs per park, you can view the Madagascar National Parks website.
On average, you pay an entrance fee of 45.000 - 65.000 ariary/day/person, which is around €10 - €15.
Guiding fees are regulated by the National Park Authorities. The fee depends on the number of hours spent in the park. Usually, it is around €15 for half a day up to €33 for a full day, for a group of up to four people. Porter fees are usually around €12. Enquire at the park gate. Tipping is polite and very much appreciated.
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How to obtain your permits for Madagascars national parks
When visiting the national parks of Madagascar, you don't need to plan anything ahead. You can just arrange and buy your permits on arrival at the gate. Payments made in cash (ariary) only!