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'''The incredibly scenic bike route from Sambava to Andapa can be a challenging one, not because of the road condition or necessarily the approximately 110-kilometre distance, but because of the gradually increasing intensity and regularity of uphills, especially along the final 20 kilometres. The rough stone tarmac road is in perfect condition and passing cars are few and far between.'''
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After about eight kilometres along the RN5a from Sambava, turn left at the crossroad village of [[Ambariomihambana]] where the RN3b way to Andapa begins.
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The entire stretch is surrounded by mountainous landscapes, traditional farming and picturesque villages some including the French colonial era built bridges crossing rivers. There are at least one or two weekly markets along the route on any given day of the week.
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Every few kilometres there are villages but none of which offers high standard accommodation, so it's best to complete the entire stretch in one a single day, perhaps arriving aiming to arrive at the highest point of the road close to Andapa peak by shortly before sunset.
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As of 2022, Andapa Basin is a virtually tourist-free zone, not due to a lack of attractions, but because the destination has remained below the radar of the tourism industry and what is typically offered by package tour operators.
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To explore the area further afield, for example, complete a 26-kilometre bike ride from [[Andapa to Ampontsilahy by bike|Andapa to Ampontsilahy]] and return.
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Alternatively, stay overnight at the basic hotel accommodation in Ampontsilahy and thereafter continue by foot along the less bikable routes at higher elevations, such as [[Tanambao (Andapa)|Tanambao]], [[Tsaramandroso]] and further.
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