What does Madagascar cost?
Madagascar is extremely cheap on-site — food, accommodations, and transport cost only a fraction of European prices. The biggest expenses are the long-haul flight (€600–1,200 return), the national park fees, and the guides (mandatory in most parks).
Typical Prices (Guidelines 2025/2026)
| Item | Price (€) |
|---|---|
| Coffee in a café | 0.30–0.60 |
| Lunch (Hotely/eatery) | 1–3 |
| Dinner in a restaurant | 5–15 |
| Beer (Three Horses Beer, THB) | 0.50–1.50 |
| 1.5l water bottle | 0.30–0.50 |
| Budget accommodation (double room) | 8–20 |
| Mid-range hotel (double room) | 25–60 |
| Upscale hotel/lodge | 80–250 |
| National park entry (per day) | 8–15 (foreigner rate) |
| Local guide (per day) | 15–30 |
| Taxi-Brousse (100 km) | 3–8 |
| Domestic flight (e.g., Tana–Nosy Be) | 100–250 |
| Rental car with driver (per day) | 50–90 |
| Whale-watching tour | 30–60 |
