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Satrana Lodge, Isalo | Timbuktu Travel
Isalo

Satrana Lodge

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About Satrana Lodge

Secluded Luxury in an Otherworldly Wilderness
Unlike many other Indian Ocean islands, Madagascar has escaped the thrum of mass tourism. As a result, it is today one of the wildest and most unique islands to visit on earth. Those who venture to Madagascar tend to head to the northern coast, but the true magic lies in its southern territories. Satrana Lodge, situated on the border of the world-famous Isalo National Park in the southwest, offers the ideal base from which to explore the deep canyons, sandstone formations and palm-lined oases of the park. The lodge itself overlooks a sandstone escarpment and offers all the creature comforts for a five-star Madacascar adventure.
Isalo , Madagascar
From $80 per person/per night
Retreat
40 Rooms
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The property

The elegant and bright main area consists of a library, bar, reception hall and restaurant, which leads onto a swimming pool. The restaurant comes with large bay windows from where you can admire the otherworldly views of the escarpment and feast on food inspired by Malagasy, Chinese, Creole and European influences. At night the open-air deck, which leads off from the bar, is perfect for a nightcap and some of the best stargazing on the planet! WIFI is available to all guests.

The rooms

Satrana Lodge has 40 luxury two-to-four-person canvas tents, all artfully scattered among the unique sandstone formations of the terrain. This is tented accommodation at its most exotic and luxurious. Every tent is built on its own platform and completed with a thatched roof, wooden floor and a viewing deck. Decorated with Victorian flair from a bygone era, each tent comes with a king-sized bed, fine linen, rocking chairs, an en-suit bathroom, and indoor and outdoor hot showers.

Activities

With 340 faunal species (including lemurs) and 400 floral species found in Isalo National park, nature lovers are in for a treat .Hikers are spoilt for choice with a variety of guided park trails that traverse mountains, Tapia forests, sandy valleys and canyons. These range from a few hours to a week and may be customised to suit various fitness levels. En-route you'll find plenty of natural swimming pools in which to cool off. Guided Jeep rides are another adventure offered to guests.
Plan your stay

How to book Satrana Lodge

How do I book Satrana Lodge?

Satrana 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 Satrana 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 Satrana Lodge?

Stays at Satrana Lodge start from around $80 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.

Satrana Lodge

Madagascar

Isalo National Park

Search for dancing sifakas and leaping lemurs amid a melee of watercolour views and crystal pools.