In 1982, the tourist operators sector of the Menabe Region designed and developed the circuit that they called «the Tsiribihina RiverDescent or The Classic Tour". Initially done by pirogue, the itinerary begins in Miandrivazo, descending the MahajiloRiver and joining the Tsiribihina River.
In order to keep the canoe trip originality, it was decided to bring to tourism its human dimension without minimizing the safety of tourists. To this end, a Partnership Agreement was signed between the GPAM, OPCI Fivoarana, and Mada Tropic Tours.
This Agreement objective is to operate tourist tours where each party meets its commitments.
One of the OPCI Fivoarana missions is to promote tourism, therefore sites have been identified and tourist tours have been created. From this initiative was born the new course of the TsiribihinaRiverDescent called "OPCI Circuit". It was designed especially to restore the importance of the canoe route in order to relive the navigation of an outdated era.
With a local crew, you will have a feeling of a change of scenery in calm and silence while listening to the songs of the birds or simply being in perfect harmony with nature.
Beyond the essential stops, Mada Tropic Tours is proud to introduce its new exclusive locations to enhance your journey. Prepare for unique moments and outstanding discoveries along this majestic river.
The classic itinerary is well-known for its unmissable stop at the Nosin'Ampela waterfall. However, Mada Tropic Tours is now featuring new sites and attractions to enhance your travel experience.
The journey down the Tsiribihina River in Madagascar is a signature river adventure, famous for its breathtaking scenery, abundant wildlife, and deep immersion into the local way of life.
By choosing this destination, you will enjoy pleasant moments punctuated by multiple activities.
Authentic Village Life: With Mada Tropic Tours, you can experience daily life in remote villages, where you'll be greeted with a warm welcome and discover traditions that are still alive and well.
Let yourself be tempted by a refreshing swim in a secluded natural basin, hidden far from the usual paths. Its crystal-clear water, enveloped by lush greenery, creates a veritable sanctuary of peace.
It only takes 15 minutes to land a beautiful catch (with our guide).
Hiking provides a wealth of benefits for both body and mind. Physically, it builds strength, boosts cardiovascular health, and burns calories. Mentally, it is an excellent way to reduce stress, lift your spirits, and reconnect with the natural world.
Caves on the Bemaraha.
Shrouded in mystery, caves are natural formations that connect us to the depths of the Earth. Their walls tell of millions of years of geological history, often sheltering unique ecosystems and traces of past civilizations.
The legendary Nosin'ampela waterfall.
As you glide across the waters in a pirogue, feel the blowing wind and the gentle rocking motion amidst a deeply spectacular and colorful landscape.
This trip will allow you to discover landscapes of different natures, sometimes dry, sometimes its rich biodiversity.
The faunistic aspects: fish, crocodiles, parrots, and lemurs can be observed.
The various stopovers and bivouacs under starry skieswill give you the opportunity to get in touch with the local population and discover their culture, lifestyle and traditional "kilalaky" dance. It will be an opportunity to know the difference between modern civilization and the way of living differently in simplicity and mutual respect.
OPCI : Organisme Public Communal Intercoopération Fivoarana
GPAM : Guide et Piroguier Associés de Miandrivazo
