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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 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]].'''Welcome in TampoLodge ! Tonga Soa ! {| class="imageTable"|-|colspan="3" | [[File:Tampolodge 051.jpg|600px]]|-|[[File:Tampolodge 009.jpg|196px]]|align="center"|[[File:Tampolodge 031.jpg|196px]]|align="right"|[[File:Tampolodge 008.jpg|196px]]|}

MadagascarTampolodge was founded by Giuseppe, an Italian biologist and former researcher specialised in ornithology. Northeast Coast. Maroantsetra. Masoala Peninsula. Antongil Bay. One of the last paradise Having worked on earth is thereprojects in Italy, TampoloKenya and Tanzania for the University of Milan, a wonderful place where he thereafter worked on several projects for the forest meets ''Peregrine Fund'' in Madagascar. Guiseppe soon became captivated by the sea:Sublime hills full beauty of vigor and exuberanceMasoala where he set up a camp. In 2001, basaltic remnants piercing the vast ocean site also served as the basecamp for the French botanist and coral... We welcome you in biologist Francis Hallé while exploring the heart treetops of a beautiful creek lying within a friendly structure. The Nature offers you its green carpetthe rainforest during his expedition known as ''Radeau des Cimes'' (navigating the treetops with an aerostatic balloon).

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Project initiated by GiuseppeThe lodge has eleven bungalows, divided into four family bungalows and seven twin bungalows, and a former researcher who did several missions restaurant. All bungalows are built in style of Malagasy huts using local materials that blend harmonically into the region for nature. The lodge faces the Peregrine Fund, the site also served as base camp to the fantastic adventure usually calm waters of Antongil Bay and is surrounded by a garden of Radeau des Cimes in 2001[[Madagascar Cinnamon|cinnamon]] trees, led by Francis Halléclove shrubs, fervent admirer of primary forests worldwidevanilla orchids and majestic [[mango]] and [[lychee]] trees.

Only accessible by boat or on footAdditionally, Tampolo’s world a house with two bedrooms and a large veranda is available to guests on a world apartself-catering basis of minimum four nights. Wild nature lovers will find there what they are interested in The building is a short walk from the whale songs to the cries of Vareciaand the melody of waves over the sand to the most incredible concerts species of frogsbeach.

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But the marine park is not to be left and funds are also very rich in biodiversityA stay at Tampolodge includes full board, different species consisting of turtles, clamsa continental breakfast, shellfish lunch and myriad of colorful reef fish, dolphins frolic in the baydinner.and of course the ritual passage of whales from July to OctoberThe kitchen serves traditional Malagasy food, when they decide adapted to go back to warmer waters Western taste. Soft drinks and give birth. Amazing ballet to see these giants of the seas blown completely out of the water, play, stroll to the currents in the sound of their powerful windsalcohol are charged extra.

But you may also be lucky enough The Masoala National Park encloses more than 250,000ha primary forest and is home to see the Helmet Vanga (Euryceros prevostii), a bird that can be recognizable by its large electric blue beakcountless animal species and plants, amongst them the nocturnal lemurs strangest and the famous Aye Aye (Daubentonia madagascariensis), geckos including strange uroplates princes rarest; 75% of camouflage chameleons like Madagascar's plant and animal species are unique to the country. Small and large rivers flow from the tiny Brookesia perrieri that can be handled heart of Masoala in the palm direction of the hand and many other species ocean...The plant variety Tampolodge is even more impressive with some examples such as a world apart where nature lovers can admire the incredible biodiversity found in the beautiful forest and majestic Satran'ala that exists sea. Visitors will not only herehear whales sing to the cries of Red ruffed lemurs, but also some species the melody of palms that few specimens are only found todaywaves hitting the sandy beaches and the most incredible frog concerts.

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In this idyllic setting Botanists will love the impressive variety of natureplants, their good mood and that or to say it in the words of their team, young and motivated from Giuseppe: "The Nature offers you its green carpet.". Amongst the surrounding villages, many palm species is contagious.In this haven of peace the beautiful and happinessmajestic Satranala,with the good quality a palm that only exists here. Some species of food, cool drinks, the majesty of an unforgettable sunset, everyone just fullfills his own dreamspalms are even being discovered today.

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 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 sound of powerful winds. == Activities == Giuseppe's team can organise a variety of activities combining walking, climbing, fishing, canoeing and relaxing. All the tours are flexible. On request a boat as well as a team comprising of a guide (obligatory), cook and porters can be arranged. Tampolodge is an ideal starting point for excursions into the primary forest. Many trails pass through the Masoala National Park. Experienced park guides will lead you and help you to discover the extraordinary nature. [[File:Tampolodge_413.jpg|600px]] 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 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. A visit to [[Nosy Mangabe]] provides an opportunity to observe the Aye-aye. Nosy Mangabe is an island full of history, with tombs and ancient writings engraved on rocks by pirates. It is possible to stay a few hours or even a few days on the island. For overnight camping, guests need to bring their own tent. Everything else, including a matress for camping, a sleeping bag, food and guide can be organised by Tampolodge. <googlemap versionHTML5video type="0youtube" width="600" height="338">H1plo1y7kao</HTML5video> In the opposite direction, a combined boat and trekking adventure to [[Cap Masoala]] can be arranged. The boat ride to Cap Masoala takes about two hours and the trek back along the coast, beaches and through villages takes two to three days. The villages along the route are [[Fampotabe]], [[Namantoana]], [[Ratranavona]], [[Antalavia]], [[Marofototra]]. While a guide and food will be provided, guests need to bring their own tents. Alternatively, basic accommodation can be arranged in the villages.9 {| class="imageTable" lat|-|colspan="3" | [[File:Tampolodge 001.jpg|600px]]|-15|[[File:Tampolodge 042.729495jpg|196px]]|align=" lon=center"49|[[File:Tampolodge 043.959641" zoomjpg|196px]]|align="17right" width|[[File:Tampolodge 048.jpg|196px]]|} == 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.  <div style="800max-width:600px;">{{#display_map:-15.729681, 49.959447~'''Tampolodge - Masoala'''~~;|type=satellite|service=google|width=auto|height=400|zoom=17|controls=pan, zoom, type, scale|copycoords=yes|icon=https://www.madacamp.com/images/madagascar/Green_marker.png}}</div> [[File:Tampolodge081.jpg|600px]] [[File:Tampolodge_Inline_rectangle_01_animation_google_version.gif|left]] '''Tampolodge Reservation Office'''<br>BP 61, 512 Maroantsetra<br>FKTN Ambatomasina<br>Madagascar<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>GPS coordinates: <nowiki>15°43'46.6"S 49°57'33.4"E</nowiki><br><small>-15.729615, 49.959276</small><br>On Google Maps: https://goo.gl/maps/TD9rW <!-- https://www.google.de/maps/place/15%C2%B026%2726.0%22S+49%C2%B044%2720.9%22E/@-15.440555,49.739151,498m/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m2!3m1!1s0x0:0x0 --> Tel: +261 (0)32 4271337 / +261 (0)34 3174797 Email: [mailto:welcome@tampolodge.com welcome@tampolodge.com] Website: [http://www.tampolodge-masoala.com www.tampolodge-masoala.com]<!-- [http://www.tampolodge.com www.tampolodge.com] http://web.archive.org/web/20131227012121/http:/googlemap/www.tampolodge.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] View all [[Tampolodge photos]]