- Location: south-east of. Madagascar
- Phone: +261 20 75 340 81
- Area: 311.6 sq. M. km
- Foundation date: 1927.
Most of the island of Madagascar is occupied by unique nature conservation areas. Among the many national parks , the youngest of them, the Andingjige, stands out. It is enveloped in legends and mysticism. Tourists who go to tracking in the park of Andzhigidzha, feel themselves heroes of this adventure novel and at the same time get acquainted with the local culture .
Main characteristics
The national park of Anjingugia was founded in 1927. It is located in the southern part of the island of Madagascar, 47 km from the city of Ambalavao. The area of the nature protection area is 311.6 square kilometers. km, and the difference in altitude here is from 650 to 2659 m. The mountains of the Andzhigidzha are connected by a natural corridor 180 m long with the Pic d'Ivohibe reserve and the Ranomafan National Park. The weather in the hilly terrain is quite volatile and unpredictable. The average annual temperature reaches 21 ° С. It is known that at present the peoples of the tribes of Baraburi and Baraharung live in the territory of the national park of the Andzhigidzh.
Flora and fauna
The national park of Andjigingua is located in an incredibly beautiful natural area. Scattered with bright colors, the valleys are replaced by mountain ranges, majestic waterfalls shimmer with all the colors of the rainbow, and the clean air, the bright sun and the blue of the sky make this place fabulous and unforgettable. Andjungijah has become a real home for many species of birds, including endemic. About 7 species of crustaceans, more than 190 insect species, 79 amphibian species, over 180 species of birds, as well as a huge number of reptiles and mammals live here. Particularly interesting characters of the famous cartoon "Madagascar" - the legendary lemurs, who live at an altitude of about 2000 m above sea level.
The park area is famous for its chic landscapes. The local flora is surprisingly diverse, in different climatic zones there are over 1000 plant species. Endemics are found predominantly in the highlands of the Andingjige. To rare plant species are aloe, immortelle, cacti, growing on tree trunks. The main pride of the park are the noble orchids. In the flowering period, from November to March, you can see all the charm of these flowers. The National Reserve strikes tourists not only with the beauty of nature, but also with rocks, mystical stories and stories of local people.
Popular routes
The national park of Andzhingugia is a real paradise for climbers. For tourists, there are a lot of tracks of different duration and complexity. The most common are:
- A 6 km long walking tour in the vicinity of Asaramanitra takes 4 hours. The route includes visits to waterfalls and caves hidden in the forest;
- a trip to the highland region of Diavolana, 3 km long. This track lasts about 10 hours. Exhausting road is compensated by fantastic landscapes and acquaintance with lemurs;
- rise to the peak of Bobi, which takes 2 days. This 28-kilometer route is for ecotourism lovers who want to meet the unique world of flora and fauna;
- combined tracks lasting from 1 to 4 days. This can include professional guides and camping equipment.
Considering that many places of the national park of the Andzhindzhija are sacred for local tribes, tourists need to remember some rules. With itself in a hike it is impossible to take pork and any dishes prepared from it. In addition, do not wash clothes and wash bowlers in rivers.
How to get to the park?
The trip from Antananarivo to Anjinggija takes about 10 hours. Some sections of the road from Ambalavao are unpaved. It is worth noting that after heavy rains the road can be closed for 12 hours. By air it is possible to reach Fianarantsoa , from where the park will be covered about 50 km.