Tsiribikhin River


The island of Madagascar is visited annually by thousands of tourists. Foreigners are attracted by the rich nature, centuries-old sights , life and culture of the indigenous population . In recent years, visitors are increasingly interested in excursions to natural sites, one of which can be considered the river Tsiribikhin.

Features of the river

The Tsiribikhin River is the largest water artery of the western part of the island state. It connects remote provinces and allows you to overcome complex areas on the water. The waters of the Tsiribikhin River are painted in orange, and many tourists are wondering why. Everything is simple enough: the current flushes the ground, consisting of sedimentary rocks, because of the water and have such an unusual shade.

During the course of the Tsiribikhin River, small towns and villages meet. The locals are friendly, they gladly start a conversation, sometimes they invite guests and treat them to local dishes. Families traditionally have many children. For a fee you can stay for the night and take part in the preparation of traditional Malagasy dishes .

What is interesting about the body of water?

Fans of water walks will be interested in river cruises organized along the stream of Tsiribikhin. The starting point of the trip is the city of Belo-sur-Tsiribikhin, and the rafting in the town of Miandrivazu is completed. The distance between the settlements is about 160 km, which must be overcome in 3 days. Excursion groups are accompanied by experienced guides, the journey is safe. Also on the river Tsiribikhina is possible kayaking.

As for nature, tourists can enjoy the coolness of mangrove forests, see the rock massif of Georges of Bemaraha, swim in the waterfall of Anosin Ampel. In addition, the picturesque numerous river cliffs, thickets of wild shrubs, huge rice fields. The animal world in the vicinity of the river is rich in volatile foxes, lemurs, lizards, eagle anglers, crows and other typical representatives of the fauna of Madagascar.

The pearl of Tsiribikhin can be called the Tsing-du-Bemaraha National Park , located in one of the deltas of the river. The uniqueness of the reserve lies in the stone forests formed by karst rocks, endemic reptiles and numerous lemurs. In translation from Malagasy, the name of the sights is: "Where no one can walk barefoot."

How to get there?

The cities of Murundava and Belon'i Tziribiina connects highway No. 8, along which it is possible to reach the river by road. The easiest way to do this is by renting a car .