Rainforests of the Atsinanana

Rainforests of the Atsinanana comprises six national parks spread across eastern Madagascar, linking different habitats together. The parks range from coastal areas to mountain slopes and contain a wide variety of plants and animals.

Protected status began in 1927 with the first nature reserves, and later government decisions in the 1950s established national parks across the region. The forests then went through different phases of use and protection over time.

The forests are home to lemurs and creatures found nowhere else on Earth. These animals shape how local people connect with and understand their natural surroundings.

Visiting these national parks requires permits, and you should arrange guided tours through local organizations. It is important to prepare for different conditions since the parks range from coastal areas to higher elevations.

The forests contain thousands of plant species, most of which grow only here and nowhere else on Earth. These plants evolved in isolation over millions of years and are entirely unique to this place.

GPS coordinates: -14.45972,49.70250

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:46