United States Mission to Madagascar

Located in the southeastern part of Madagascar, Ranomafana National Park is the right place to spend a vacation.

The National Park offers hikers the chance to see a number of unique and important species within its mountain rainforests, including different kinds of bamboo lemurs, countless reptiles, a large number of bird species and incredibly diverse flora; and also to spot great places for camping. It has some of the finest hot springs in Madagascar from which the name "Ranomafana" was adopted.

The themal baths are just the right temperature and are a relaxing way to spend the afternoon.

You can also swim and go kayaking in the crystal clear water of the Namorona river and waterfalls.

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