When you travel to Madagascar, it is better to travel light and stick to the essentials. This will leave room for memories on the way back!
Prévoir essentiellement :
– Lightweight outfits preferably made of cotton,
– Some long sleeved pants and tops to protect against mosquitoes.
– warmer clothing between April and October (southern winter): the night is cool, especially on the Highlands,
– bathing suit, sarong, flip flops or sandals,
– a hat or cap and sunglasses,
– walking shoes and socks for hiking,
– a small waterproof backpack
– a waterproof K-way or Gore-tex jacket in your suitcase in case of rain.
– high-protection sun cream,
– a good tropical repellent,
– antibacterial gel and bivouac wipes,
– biodegradable detergent in a resealable container where you should wash your clothes
– a small pharmacy with: antimalarial treatment (to be prescribed before departure), anti-diarrhea, aspirin, dressings, disinfectant, tablets against motion sickness, a soothing lotion for insect bites and a balm for sunburn, sanitary towels or tampons for ladies (it is quite difficult to find them on site)
– a camera ideally equipped with a zoom for the flora, compact if you want it more easily out in the city,
– spare batteries,
– a flashlight or headlamp
– a notebook and a pencil…
By plane, in the cabin are allowed (hand luggage):
– In Eco class, one piece of luggage and one accessory (handbag or computer) for a total of 12 kg and 115 cm maximum. In business or first class, 2 pieces of luggage are allowed in the cabin.
In the hold are authorized:
– On international flights: 23 kg in eco class, 30 to 40 kg in business class or first class,
– On domestic flights:Â 20 kg.
We strongly advise you to check this information before your departure on your plane tickets.
