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Madagascar
is both a fascinating and challenging place. It is fascinating because
of the amazing diversity of flora and fauna. And yet, it is challenging
to see the poverty and ongoing habitat destruction.
The
infrastructure is poor, and our luxury accomodations, while
perfectly adequate, were more akin to budget standards in the USA.
Travelling anywhere takes time, and invariably includes an overnight
stop in the capital, Tana, where we had to stay three separate nights.
As a former French colony, the business language is French though
most locals speak Malagasy.
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Verreaux's
sifaka at Berenty |
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As
an isolated island, Madagascar is the home to many unique species
of plants and animals. In fact, new primate species continue to
be discovered on the island, including three announced
late 2000. Unfortunately, it also is the country with the most
number of species on the endangered list. Finding a solution which
can address the economical, cultural, and environmental challenges
that are often at odds with each other has been quite elusive.
See
our itinerary for details on our travels.
Plus, follow the paw prints to see photos from our trip:
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