Let Us Plan Your Trip
Can you plan your own trip to Madagascar? Yes, of course! Feel free to use our blog and resources, and book those tickets!
But if you'd rather safe the time and worries, we're here for you.
FLAT & TRANSPARENT FEES
Our business model is simple. Our job is to plan your trip, make it run smoothly, and to be your liaison between you and the best independent tourism operators in Madagascar.
Our flat fees are per trip. Wheather you're traveling alone or 6 (or more) people together, the fee stays the same - as long as you all follow the same itinerary.
You pay everything directly to each operator, hotel and guide. We have no hidden commissions, and no extra charges.
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Are you ready to start planning or do you wish to learn more about our services? Reach out!
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About Great Red Island
Madagascar Enthusiasts Committed to Eco-tourism.
Karen first got to Madagascar right after Covid19, met Dani -a passionate tour guide- and completely fell in love with the country. She could not stop writing about her experiences, and founded Great Red Island – a travel blog designed to help navigate traveling in Madagascar and attract tourists. The blog took off and many travelers contacted her for guidance, which lead her to team up with Dani on creating memorable trips all over Madagascar, and they realized; Hey! We are good at this!
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Because it solves many problems for tourism in Madagascar. Simple as that.
Madagascar has a great potential for tourism – and tourism plays a big role in economic development and environmental protection.
But it is difficult to plan your own trip, and while Madagascar has a lot of very good agencies offering fantastic tours in Madagascar, they’re often very expensive – and with good reason! Administration and HR in Madagascar are difficult and heavy on resources.
Our simple travel-planning business model cuts these costs by 40% and thereby enables more travelers to visit and support.
Can You Plan Your Own Trip to Madagascar?
YES! Of course you can. It is not impossible. Do your homework, put in the time, and prepare yourself for an adventure. But be ready for these challenges:
Planning Your Trip to Madagascar is Time Consuming
In Madagascar, tourism is underdeveloped and not at all digital. Online resources are limited - especially in English. Many of the best places to stay and visit don't have a websites - or even WhatsApp. Emails can go without replies for weeks.
The list goes on.
Getting the Most Out of Your Time in Madagascar is an Art
Lacking infrastructure is one of Madagascar's biggest problems when it comes to tourism. It takes a long time to travel a short distance. If your trip is not well planned, you likely waste precious vacation days.
You have limited vacation time, and you deserve to get the most out of it.
Foreign Language Skills are Limited in Madagascar
If you know French, you're likely to get by in the more touristic areas - but in the rural areas, that won't help much. And do you not still carry your school French, good luck!
Having a Malagasy-speaking support by your side will save you a lot of trouble and assure you a lot of comfort!
But again, it's not impossible - feel free to use our resources, and give it a try!
Yes, you read it right. Traveling can save the world – if you do it the ecotourism way. Or at least parts of the world. …