In the central highlands of Madagascar is Ampefy, a town booming because of its tourist attractions. Haven buried in the region Itasy, fertile region because of the abundance of water, this site well known to foreign tourists is relaxing. The air is good, it is quiet. It is not difficult to book hotels Ampefy among the many accommodation facilities located on the premises. Just do it online.

Headed west of the capital

Two hours drive from Tana, following the Route Arivonimamo or NR1 leading westward, the volcanic landscape of Ampefy is dessine.Effectivement, some 120 kilometers separate the region Itasy in Madagascar's capital. open your eyes, think big and wide, because you will not get away with focus on the village. You will also enjoy the scenic spots nearby hotels and Ampefy.

Some figures to describe the lake Itasy
Le lac Itasy, vaste of 3 500 ha, dominates the landscape. Third Lake Madagascar considering its size, the water is ideal for canoe rides. It is shallow. Some areas, however, have a depth exceeding 6,5 m. "Itasy" means "bowl", what is right, because it is indeed a basin located 1221 m d’altitude. It is the work of a volcanic eruption. formerly, large lava flows were projected by a volcano to obstruct a valley, thereby trapping water. This favorite spot waterfowl is also popular with travelers.

Other lakes, ponds and marshes
The crater lakes are not lacking. Citons celui d'Antohomadinika et d'Andranoratsy. These bodies of water are the delight of fishermen, hunters and lovers of watersports. Between the valleys, they offer a landscape of a certain authenticity.

The Lily falls
Nothing like a little healthy walk over hill and dale to reach the legendary Lily falls. So, you can cross the villages consist of thatched houses, made of red earth. You can rub these discrete inhabitants but smiling.
Approaching the waterfall, it is good to hear the sound of the waterfalls that pour down from their 23 meters, thereby generating foam in the middle of a blooming greenery ! Swimming is permitted.

Les geysers d'Analavory
All transportation means are good to achieve these curiously shaped rocks, ups a few meters, which water spit. You can get there by car 4 × 4, bike or on foot ..., in the company of a guide, of course ! You have to travel twenty kilometers from your Ampefy hotels.