Kirindy Fossa

Visit Kirindy Park

national park on the coast of the Mozambique Channel

Information about Kirindy Forest

The Kirindy forest reserve is a primary forest. It used to be a Swiss logging site, but now it serves as a model for protecting flora and fauna, as there is a large number of animals present. There are designated paths for exploring the unique plant and animal life. Visitors can spot lemurs, specifically the white Sifaka lemurs, as well as fosas, lizards, chameleons, and a variety of colorful birds. There are multiple routes to observe the wildlife, dunes, mangroves, and lakes.

Pictures of Kirindy Forest

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Highlights in Kirindy Forest

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Diurnal Visit Kirindy

A visit to Kirindy Forest during the day offers a completely different but equally captivating experience. As the sun illuminates the dry deciduous forest, you’ll have the chance to encounter a variety of Madagascar’s unique wildlife, including the rare Verreaux's sifaka, red-fronted lemurs, and a host of colorful birds. The forest's distinct landscape, with its towering baobabs and dense vegetation, provides a stunning backdrop for exploring on foot. Daytime also offers better visibility for spotting the park’s reptiles, including chameleons and snakes, while the fossa, Madagascar’s largest predator, may occasionally be seen resting in the shade.

Our trips to Kirindy Forest