In 2008 (ten years ago) Cane Toads were accidentally introduced into Madagascar via a shipment for a mining company originating in Vietnam. Initially found around the mine at Ambatovy they have spread through adjoining areas.
Given the damage and devastation that Cane Toads have caused in Australia, it is very disturbing that little is being done to eradicate the toad in Madagascar. With the fragile ecosystem of Madagascar many of the rare species found there are in danger. Read more on this ecological disaster at https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2018/feb/24/madagascar-toxic-toads-lemurs-ecology-threat Even though Qantas doesn't fly directly to Madagascar, it has recently listed Madagascar in "Why You Should Visit These 16 Places Before They Disappear ... ". There is no doubt that awareness of Madagascar as a fabulous destination is growing internationally and visiting before tourist numbers overwhelm the infrastructure (as we have seen in Sri Lanka, Iceland and Cuba) is something you should do. Come to Madagascar now and enjoy the delights that many have discovered.
For Australians, Qantas flies to Johannesburg 6 days a week with next morning connections on SA Airlink to Antananarivo. FLY QANTAS + AIRLINK TO MADAGASCAR Why do we love Madagascar ?? It is not just the most amazing natural history wonderland on earth, but the people of Madagascar draw us back again, and again. How many times do we travel to Madagascar a year ?? As many as we can !!! To give our clients the best experiences we travel to where they want to go , discovering new options and ideas, and enjoying and renewing acquaintances with old ones. We live, what we recommend. |