Relais du Kirindy

The Relais du Kirindy opened only recently, in April 2017, and provides a welcome and upmarket accommodation option just 30 minutes’ drive from the Kirindy Forest.

The main part of the lodge is stylish, and reminiscent of a comfortable safari lodge. There is a large pool in front of the sacred Baobab of Kirindy, and a decking area, as well as an open-plan lounge, dining room and bar area with a wide variety of fresh local food available. Wi-Fi is accessible from the restaurant bar.

Relais du Kirindy is new but is fast establishing an excellent reputation amongst visitors to Madagascar as one of the best options on the mainland, and is a very good option for a stay in this stunning and much under-visited part of the country.

Each of the 20 spacious and comfortable bungalows are raised up on decks, decorated with the noble wood of Madagascar in warm tones, and set a short walk from the main area of the lodge. They have their own mosquito nets, fans, and ensuite shower rooms at the rear – with hot water and private toilets. The doors and windows have fly screens on them as well as shutters, so the rooms are as “bug-proof” as they can be. Bungalows come with a shaded decking and comfortable chairs to lounge in.