Madagascar wildlife
Madagascar broke away from the supercontinent of Gondwanaland over 65 million years ago, drifting 400 kilometres into the Mozambique Channel and in doing so creating an evolutionary bubble where flora and fauna could adapt and thrive. Indeed, it is said that over 80% of Madagascar wildlife is endemic, which makes Madagascar wildlife holidays some of the most exciting and unique on the planet. From breaching whales and egg cup sized lemurs, to curious chameleons and the strange cat-like carnivore known as the fossa, Madagascar is the perfect destination for anyone who wishes to get up close and personal on a wildlife holiday. Getting in such close proximity to the wildlife does mean that Madagascar is a great place for family safaris too, an educational experience, with more time spent exploring on foot, and really getting involved with the destination.
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