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'''Tampolodge is an eco-lodge, located in [[Antongil Bay ]] on the Masoala peninsula, in the northeast of Madagascar. The property lies within the [[Masoala National Park]] and is surrounded by one of the view last remaining primary forests on earth. The name Tampolodge derives from the nearby village of Tampolo, a wonderful place where the forest meets the sea. The lodge can be reached only by boat or on foot, starting from the town of [[Maroantsetra]].'''<!--The Nature offers you its green carpet.-->
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Tampolodge was founded by Giuseppe, a an Italian biologist and former researcher who specialised in ornithology.Having worked on several projects in Italy, Kenya and Tanzania for the region University of Milan, he thereafter worked on several projects for the ''Peregrine Fund'' and who was in Madagascar. Guiseppe soon became captivated by the beauty of the placeMasoala where he set up a camp. In 2001, the site also served as the basecamp to for the French botanist and biologist Francis Hallé while exploring the tree tops treetops of the rainforest during his expedition known as ''Radeau des Cimes'' (navigating the tree tops treetops with an aerostatic ballonballoon).
Additionally, a house with two bedrooms and a large veranda is available to guests on a self-catering basis of minimum four nights. The building is a short walk from the beach.
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A stay at Tampolodge includes full board, consisting of a continental breakfast, lunch and dinner. The kitchen serves traditional Malagasy food, adapted to Western taste. Soft drinks and alcohol are charged extra.
== Flora and Fauna ==
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Botanists will love the impressive variety of plants , or to say it with in the words of Giuseppe: "The Nature offers you its green carpet.". Amongst the many palm species is the beautiful and majestic Satranala, a palm that only exists here. Still today some Some species of palms are even being discoveredtoday.
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In the primary forest many species animals can be seen. [[Tampolo ]] is known to be the perfect place to observe the [[Red ruffed lemur]] (''Varecia rubra''), which can be found only on the Masoala peninsula. With a bit of luck, one might also see the [[Helmet vanga]] (''Euryceros prevostii''), a bird that can be easily recognised by its large electric blue beak, or the nocturnal Aye-aye (''Daubentonia madagascariensis''), which is with no doubt the strangest mammal on Madagascar. Amongst the reptiles are numerous geckos and chameleons, indcluding including the tiny ''Brookesia perrieri'' that fits in the palm of a hand.
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Also the marine park offers a rich biodiversity, including different species of turtles, clams, shellfish and countless colourful reef fish as well as dolphins frolicking in the bay. The highlight is definitely the ritual passage of the whales from July to October, when they decide to come to the warmer waters of Antongil Bay to give birth. It is amazing to watch a ballet of these giants of the sea, when they completely jump out of the water, play and stroll in the currents to the sounds sound of the powerful winds.
== Activities ==
Hiking enthusiasts are recommended to take a boat ride to [[Ambanizana]]. The return to Tampolo is a fascinating walk (4-6 hours) on pristine beaches and along forest trails. The real adventurers can walk from Maroantsetra to Tampolo. This trek takes three days.
Canoeing up the river for about an hour will fully immerse yourself you in the forest. For those who love deep-sea fishing Tampolodge provides professional equipment. Antongil Bay is a hotspot for yellowfin tuna, but also kingfish, barracuda, jacks and billfish can be caught.
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== How to get to Tampolodge ==
[[Air Madagascar]] operates domestic flights from [[Antananarivo]] to Maroantsetra. One of the Tampolodge staff members will welcome you at the airport and transfer you to the port. From there it is an about 2-hour boat ride to the beach of Tampolodge. <!--In this idyllic setting of nature, their good mood and that of their team, young and motivated from the surrounding villages, is contagious.In this haven of peace and happiness,with the good quality of food, cool drinks, the majesty of an unforgettable sunset, everyone just fulfills his own dreams.-->
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'''Tampolodge Reservation Office'''<br>
GPS coordinates: <nowiki>15°26'26.0"S 49°44'20.9"E</nowiki><br>
<small>-15.440555, 49.739151</small><br>
On Google Maps: https://goo.gl/maps/ETjwD <!-- https://www.google.de/maps/@-15.729615,49.959276,497m/data=!3m1!1e3 -->
'''Tampolodge in Masoala'''<br>
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Tel: +261 (0)32 4271337 / +261 (0)331 924207 / +261 (0)34 3174797 / +261 (0)32 7795486
Email: [mailto:tampolodgewelcome@yahoo.fr tampolodge@yahoo.fr] / [mailto:giuseppe.masoala@gmail.com giuseppe.masoalawelcome@gmailtampolodge.com]
Website: [http://www.tampolodge-masoala.com www.tampolodge-masoala.com]
Facebook page: [http://www.facebook.com/pages/Tampolodge-Masoala/273833212641040 facebook.com/pages/Tampolodge-Masoala/273833212641040]
Presentation video:
* YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H1plo1y7kao
* Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/273833212641040/videos/713761415314882/
Panorama images: [http://www.toutmada.com/panos/232/tampolodge.html www.toutmada.com/panos/232/tampolodge.html]
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