Andasibe

Sahatandra River Lodge

Q: How much does it cost to stay at Sahatandra River Lodge?

Stays at Sahatandra River Lodge start from around US$290 per person per night as part of a tailor-made trip. The exact price depends on your travel dates, room type and the shape of the rest of your itinerary. A Timbuktu travel specialist can give you an accurate quote for your dates.

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Sahatandra River Lodge

About Sahatandra River Lodge

A bright-as-a-button lodge just minutes away from the lemurs of Andasibe-Mantadia Park.

Sahatandra is ideally positioned near the Andasibe-Mantadia National Park, one of Madagascar's most splendid wildlife spots. After waking to the sounds of chattering birds in the pretty gardens, a day of adventure awaits, where you'll follow the calls of lemurs (there are 13 species in the park!) and watch their antics in the trees. Set beside the tranquil Sahatandra River, the lodge feels worlds away from reality and you'll be more than comfortable with the selection of amenities. Although you'll probably find that in this location all you really need is a cosy place to plop down and take in the views.

Andasibe , Madagascar

From $290 per person/per night

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21 Rooms

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The property

Surrounded by lush forest, Sahatandra is a collection of lime-green bungalows and a main lodge that houses the dining room and intimate bar. The setting is simple with lovely, light wood furnishings, signature green table runners and vases of indigenous flowers. The meals are hearty - especially the breakfasts of crepes and seasonal fruit - and will set you up well for a day of adventures. If you're not tuckered out from exploring, enjoy a film in the TV room or head to the pool for a chill-out session.

The rooms

Scattered across the grounds is the collection of bungalows, as well as a double-storey building with the standard rooms. All rooms have large beds draped in mosquito netting and en-suite bathrooms with showers. The bungalows are markedly more spacious, with a sitting area, minibar, TV and private terrace for those early morning views, or evenings soaking up the atmosphere. There are also larger bungalows available for families.

Activities

There are plenty of opportunities to explore Andasibe-Mantadia National Park on foot, scanning the trees for lemurs of every shade including the largest species, indris! Even if you do spot them in the wild, we highly recommend a day at the Indri Special Reserve too. For a different point of view, enjoy a pirogue boat ride on the Pangalanes Canal, where birdlife flits across the water in a blur of colour. Along the way, look out for tiny, hidden chameleons and butterflies emerging from the leaves.

Why we love it

Feeling like the wilds of Madagascar are always within reach, especially when the calls of lemurs echo through the trees.

Insiders Tip

If you want to really take your time on adventures into the surrounding reserves, request a picnic and stop for lunch in a scenic location.

Something to think about

There is Wi-Fi available in the central lodge but it's not the most reliable, so prepare to be off the grid. Also, you'll need to bring cash for any additional payments.

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How to book Sahatandra River Lodge

How do I book Sahatandra River Lodge?

Sahatandra River Lodge can be booked with Timbuktu as part of a tailor-made Madagascar trip, rather than as a standalone room reservation. Start online, customising one of our recommended Madagascar trips featuring Sahatandra River Lodge or get advice and suggestions from one of our Madagascar specialists who will design the trip around your dates, check availability and handle every booking for you.

How much does it cost to stay at Sahatandra River Lodge?

Stays at Sahatandra River Lodge start from around $290 per person per night as part of a tailor-made trip. The exact price depends on your travel dates, room type and the shape of the rest of your itinerary. A Timbuktu travel specialist can give you an accurate quote for your dates.

Madagascar

Andasibe

The island’s most popular wildlife destination is home to 13 lemur species and the intriguing indri.