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    Vakona Forest Lodge

    Safari Lodge · Parc National de Mantadia, Madagascar

    Mid-range
    PlnrScore 35
    Best time
    Sep–Nov
    Suggested stay
    1-2 nights
    Health
    Malaria area: take prophylaxis
    Lodge website

    A popular lodge set within its own private reserve, famous for its 'Lemur Island' where guests can interact with habituated lemurs. Offers comfortable bungalows amidst lush forest, providing easy access to both Andasibe and Mantadia parks for wildlife viewing, especially indri lemurs.

    Why stay at Vakona Forest Lodge

    • Night drives offered
    • Pool or spa to rest between drives
    • Welcomes children

    Rooms & inclusions

    Rooms

    34 (up to 70 guests)

    Night drives

    Offered

    Children

    Welcome

    Pool / spa

    Yes

    WiFi

    Available

    Eco credentials

    Supports local community, conservation of private reserve

    Dietary options
    Vegetarian, vegan options available upon request

    Best time to stay at Vakona Forest Lodge

    Best months:
    September
    October
    November
    Jan
    Fair20°C378mm
    Feb
    Fair19°C332mm
    Mar
    Fair19°C236mm
    Apr
    Good18°C143mm
    May
    Good16°C75mm
    Jun
    Good14°C79mm
    Jul
    Good14°C92mm
    Aug
    Good14°C69mm
    Sep
    Good15°C52mm
    Oct
    Good17°C63mm
    Nov
    Good19°C67mm
    Dec
    Fair19°C216mm
    Great (4-5)
    Good (3)
    Poor (1-2)
    Best month

    Map & getting there

    Nearest airport

    Ambohibary Airport (OHB)

    29 km from the park

    International airport

    Ivato International Airport (TNR)

    104 km from the park

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    Data updated September 2026 · Sources: lodge website, Go2Africa, iNaturalist, Open-Meteo

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