The Kirindy Forest Reserve
The 25,000-acre The Kirindy Forest has the greatest density and diversity of primates in the world. It is also the best western reserve for seeing Madagascar's endemic dry forest species.Dominated by majestic baobab trees, (Adansonia grandidieri), the forest is home to the world's smallest known primate as well as dozens of amphibian and reptile species (and no poisonous snakes).
The Kirindy Forest boasts more than 60 species of birds. Possible endemic sighting include: White-headed Vanga, Rufous Vanga, White-breasted Mesite, Coquerel's Coua, Crested Coua, Sickle-billed Vanga, Chabert's Vanga, Cuckoo Roller, Grey-headed Lovebird, Madagascar Nightjar, and Banded Kestrel.
Along with a stunning variety of unique flora the Kirindy Forest is home to 8 lemur species; a variety of tenrecs species; the narrow-striped mongoose; giant jumping rat and fossa.
The beautiful drive north from Morondava (65 km) passes the Avenue of the Baobabs and is a wonderful one-day excursion from the Chez Maggie.
For a more in-depth experience we recommend an overnight excursion which includes night and early morning walks in the forest. We're also happy to arrange extended visits to this truly exciting reserve.
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