Madagascar has been described as a ‘living museum’ or ‘lost Eden’ and also referred to as the Red Island, due to the red color of its soil. Over 80% of its flora and fauna is unique to the country, making it a biologist’s paradise. Half of the world’s chameleon species live in Madagascar, and it home to the hissing cockroach. Culturally it is a unique blend of South East Asian and East African influences, and the lively and colorful Malagasy people form as interesting a back drop as the spectacular geography and wildlife. Largely untouched by tourists, Madagascar does not have the same infrastructure as other developing countries. This makes it all the more challenging and exciting as an expedition destination. Whether you are travelling by foot or boat every journey will be an adventure. Madagascar has no lions, giraffes, zebras, or hippos. The fossil record shows that hippos once lived on the island, but scientists think they went extinct about 1,000 years ago!
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