Expeditions 2010-2011 - Scheduled Departures

Scheduled Departures & Custom Programs

For the most part the programs below are fully inclusive upon arrival in-country. Some scheduled departures require a minimum number of travellers or a small group surcharge.

Private Departures: Most of our itineraries are available at other times of the year as an exclusive program for individuals, small groups, and families.

Customize / Personalize: All our programs may be modified to suit your exact schedule, how much time you have and your interests. If you have other areas or activities of interest please let us know. We have expert naturalist guides fluent in English, French, German, Spanish, Japanese, Italian and Malagasy languages. We're happy to work together to design just the right program and experience for you.

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Madagascar East meets West 18-Days Available July through November Cost: $ 3,520.00 Plus Domestic Air: Approximately: $ 465.00 Single Supplement: $ 365.00 * 13-Day program also available Detailed itinerary (PDF)		East meets West Contrasts of the Great Red Island! Rainforest, River & Sea Discover the best of both coasts: the unique flora and fauna of the dry western forest and the exotic rainforest of the east. This unique program also features two superb properties: the Chez Maggie Hotel (Morondava) and the Masoala Forest Lodge (Masoala Peninsula). Hightlights of the East: Masoala Forest Lodge Masoala National Park Moderate tropical sea kayaking (optional) Rainforest Exploration Indian Ocean Whale Watching (seasonal) Highlights of the West: Chez Maggie Hotel (Morondava on the Mozambique Channel) Manambolo (or Tsiribihina River): Calm water canoeing Tsingy de Bemaraha a World Heritage Site Kirindy Forest - Western deciduous forest Avenue of the Baobabs - Baobabs in Love Mangroves of Morondava Sailing on the Mozambique Channel With: Expert Multi-lingual Naturalist Guides Varied and excellent cuisine And of course, lemurs, lemurs, lemurs…
Madagascar Escape to Western Madagascar: Rainforest, Manambolo River and the West 14-Days Available May through November Cost: $ 2,760.00		Escape to the West! An excellent overview of the Great Red Island. A truly multi-activity adventure. Combining rainforest walks; calm water canoeing on the Manambolo River; trekking in the Tsingy de Bemaraha; relaxing on the beach and exploring dry forests of the west. A great family vacation! Highlights: Andasibe (Perinet) - Eastern rainforest Adventurous 4X4 drive to the Manambolo River Manambolo River: A calm water float Tsingy de Bemaraha World Heritage Site Kirindy Forest Avenue of the Baobabs Relaxing on the Mozambique Channel Morondava and the Chez Maggie Hotel
Madagascar Mangoky River, Rainforest & The West May 23 - Jun 12, 2010 21-Days Cost: $ 3,795.00 Plus Domestic Air: Approximately: $ 380.00 Single Supplement: $ 275.00 13-Day Program also available		Mangoky River, Rainforest and the West More than a great river trip! A comprehensive look at the Great Red Island. On the tranquil Mangoky River we enjoy a relaxing and truly remote camping experience. Floating past the world's largest baobab forest and enjoy a variety of endemic Malagasy endemic flora and fauna. Great food, great company in a seldom visited region of the island. A relaxed multi-activity journey Mangoky River: A Calm Water Float Eastern rain forest Andasibe (Perinet) Western Savannah / Southern Spiny Forest Kirindy Forest - Western dry forest Avenue of the Baobabs & the Baobabs in Love Relaxing on the Mozambique Channel Morondava & the lovely Chez Maggie Hotel Optional snorkelling and SCUBA diving in Ifaty
Madagascar Tsiribihina River Rainforest and the West 10 days: Available April through November Cost: $ 1,695.00 Single Supplement: $ 125.00		A Taste of Madagascar 2011! Tsiribihina River, Rainforest, Kirindy Forest Eastern rainforest; a relaxing 3-day calm water float in traditional Malagasy canoes; exploring the western dry forest and relaxing on the beach on the Mozambique Channel. Highlights: Eastern rain forest Andasibe (Perinet) Tsiribihina River: Calm water float Kirindy Forest Avenue of the Baobabs The Mangroves of Morondava Sailing on the Mozambique Channel Chez Maggie Hotel (Morondava) Options Include: Tsingy de Bemaraha (World Heritage Site)
Madagascar Nofy Be ~ Click here for photos and details. Available for charter and scheduled departures April through January Whale Watching July - October		"Nofy Be" ~ "Big Dream" NEW FOR 2010 - 2011 Traditional Sailing - Journeys of exploration and constrast! Exploring Madagascar's West Coast by Sail The "Big Dream" is a 58' traditional wooden'Botry' a gaff-rigged schooner. Along with scheduled departures the Nofy Be is available for custom packages for family, friends or associates according to your interests and schedule. Let us know - We'll be happy to explore the options with you! Snorkelling & SCUBA diving Whale watching (July - October) Island, reef, estuary, & mangrove exploration Exploring vast baobab forests & coastal lakes Off shore Surfing Adventures Sleep onboard & picturesque Beach & Island Camping Research & Teambuilding Morondava & the Chez Maggie Hotel Extensions in the Western Region & other areas of the island Please contact us for more details.
Ethiopia Omo River Expedition Sept / Oct 2010 Upper Half 14 Days Sept 27 - Oct 10 $ 2,510.00		Omo River Expedition >> A Remote River Expeditions Specialty for over 20 years << Long known as one of the world's best rafting trips. Ethiopia's Omo River has it all: exciting rapids; great campsites; beautiful scenery; hot springs; good birding; abundant wildlife; and some of the most unique and unvisited people in Africa. UPDATE OCTOBER 2009 Unfortunately, we were unable to run the Omo in September 2009. We struggled to get the required permit and were unable to get permission to run the expedition. 2010: We have been told we will be able to run the upper section from Gibe Farm to Bele Bridge next year. If you're interested in joining us in 2010 please let us know and we'll keep you updated.
Ethiopia Blue Nile & Tekeze Rivers Sept - Oct 2010		Blue Nile & Tekeze Rivers Blue Nile River: We will offer a 3-4 day trip on the Blue Nile from Lake Tana to Tissisat Falls as an extension following the upper half of our Omo River Expedition in 2010. Small group charters are also available. Tekeze River: Available upon request for small group charters. Please contact us for details!
Tanzania Rufiji River Safari Dec 28, 2009 - Jan 09, 2010 Jan 11, 2010 - Jan 23, 2010 Jun 14, 2010 - Jun 26, 2010 Jun 28, 2010 - July 10, 2010 13-Days Cost: $4,500.00 - 5,000.00 plus National Park Fees		Rufiji River ~ A Unique Floating Safari! NEW DATES FOR 2009 - 2010 Wilderness Walks & Wildlife Unlimited An exceptional calm water rafting safari combining wildlife viewing, daily game walks and wilderness camping in Africa's largest protected area, the wild and wonderful Selous Game Reserve. Excellent birds, a full variety of African big game along with a nearness to nature and wildlife impossible to find anywhere else. The Selous' more than 18,000 square miles is home to vast numbers of wildlife, including the continent's largest remaining elephant population.

Remote River Expeditions in Madagascar, Ethiopia, Tanzania - River Trips and Tours

Experience the romance of East Africa. We invite you to join one of Remote River Expeditions' adventures into Madagascar, Ethiopia, and Tanzania and see the atrractions of those countries. Each trip is completely unique. Each expedition has its own special challenges and serendipitous, human connections. What you can expect in every instance, however -- and why many of our clients return, year after year - is an outstanding wilderness experience including great food, magnificent wildlife, and friendships forged that last a lifetime.

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