Sambava to Antalaha to Cap Est to Ampanavoana by bike
Sambava to Antalaha
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Antalaha to Cap Est
First ...km tarred road to the aiport and thereafter bumpy road with potholes turning into mudpools during the wet season (December - March). Be prepared to step off the bike countless times. Several river crossings with man-powered pirogues.
Accommodation
La Résidence du Cap - Formerly South African managed resort until abondonded after the third cyclon destroyed much of the property, leaving the bungalows in the hand of local management. Rita, an elderly former cruiseship chef, lives in the main building and doesn't fail to read the minds of the guests and to make their stay as enjoyable as possible. The hotel is located along a fine sand beach, 50 metres from the easternnmost point of the mainland of Madagascar. Gradual re-construction of the hotel is in the planning as January 2022. Bungalow 30,000 Ariay/night. Tel: ... To make sure room and dinner are prepared upon arrival, it is best to give Rita a call while on the bike ride.
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Very hard bike ride for the first ... kilometres with lots of rocky ups and downs, requiring stepping on and off countless times. Again, several river crossings of which some are perfectly bikeable board walks, others depend on muscle powered fairies. The last ... kilometres are perfect off-road trail biking, as long as it hasn't been raining too much.
Accommodation Hotel ... - 8 bungalows located in the village centre, of which some are equipped with spring mattresses. Shared basic bucket shower and toilet in a separete building. Although the staff speaks neither English or French, they always seem to figure out what one wants. Marie, the manager, will prepare meals on demand. Part of the property is a shop and a bar. 15,000 Ariary/night, Tel:
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