Anja Community Reserve, Madagascar

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Rank : 9.0 (average on 1 votes)

Coordinates : -21.850431, 46.863851 (Open in Google Maps)

Subjects : The landscape of the reserve consists mainly of deciduous forest and rocky terrain. The site is located at the foot of the "Three Sisters", an impressive granite formation almost 500 m high, with numerous gorges and caves. The Anja reserve is famous above all because it is the best place in Madagascar to observe and photograph the ring-tailed lemurs (Lemur catta), which are numerous and cultured here as they are used to the presence of tourists. The reserve's deciduous forest also includes the rare Highland striped Tenrec (Hemicentetes nigriceps), many birds, some snakes, and various chameleons, including Furcifer campani, Furcifer lateralis, Furcifer oustaleti, and Brookesia brunoi.

Recommended equipment : Tripod, telephoto, standard zoom and macro, depending on the subjects.

Best months : The reserve is located in the central highlands and has a temperate climate. Temperatures are fairly uniform throughout the year, but there is a wet season (summer) and a dry season (winter). The dry season months of April to October are typically the best times for visits, but the site can be visited throughout the year. During the day, the weather is always pleasant, with temperatures around 25°C, although a cool wind can often blow.

How to get there : The Anja Community Reserve is easily accessible by car (about 13 km) from Ambalavao, a small town in the central highlands crossed by the RN7, Madagascar's main road, between Fianarantsoa and Toliara. From Antananarivo to Ambalavao it takes about nine hours by car (480 km).

Visits : The reserve is worth at least a short half-day visit. There are two different itineraries (2 and 6 hours) that can be covered accompanied by local guides; The longest loop involves some easy rock climbing. The best times to visit are early morning and late afternoon, when ring-tailed lemurs are most active. The entrance fee ranges from 15,000 to 25,000 Ariary (about 5-8 €) per person depending on the route. The cost for the guide starts at 45,000 Ariary (€15) for the shortest tour.

Notes : There are several hotels and small guesthouses in Ambalavao. There is no accommodation in the reserve.

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