Vakona Forest Lodge sits on the edge of Andasibe-Mantadia National Park, a long-established property known for the adjacent Lemur Island, a private reserve where several lemur species can be seen at close range.
Rooms & Table
The Rooms
Bungalows set within forested grounds, each simply furnished with a private veranda.
Food & Service
A straightforward dining programme served in the lodge’s main restaurant.
Activities
Guided walks into Andasibe-Mantadia National Park, night walks for nocturnal species, and visits to the lodge’s private Lemur Island.
Wildlife & Photography
Andasibe-Mantadia is the most reliable place in Madagascar to hear and see the indri, the island’s largest living lemur, alongside numerous other lemur species and endemic birds.
A Photographer's Note
The indri’s haunting dawn calls, audible from the surrounding forest, make for a distinctive audio-visual experience worth building a morning around.
Conservation & Impact
The lodge supports Andasibe-Mantadia’s forest conservation efforts, protecting habitat for the critically endangered indri.
Begin the Conversation
To arrange a tailor-made journey to this lodge, speak with your Kipekee Journey Lead.