Shaun, thank you. Our trip was superb and my wife and I enjoyed every minute of it. Our guide was excellent, being enthusiastic and extremely competent and our itinerary suited us perfectly with superb accommodation and great food! We are grateful to World Primate Safaris for organising a trip we will never forget and which has given us such a memorable and unforgettable experience.

David and Heather - Madagascar - October 2010

An overall excellent schedule. Your guides are highly recommended; they went out of their way to find the wildlife and explain the history. Terrific customer service, we were most impressed.

Gaye - Madagascar - July 2010

I think we are just about to send you guys a thank you card - we had a wonderful time! In all honesty I cannot say that we have ever been treated as well as we were in our various locations. Top rate and all our friends have had to endure countless recollections and praise for the trip and your firm.

James and Laura - Madagascar - August 2010

Bush House Lodge, Pangalanes

Bush House Lodge

Bush House Lodge is a small eco-lodge located on the shores of one of the freshwater lakes of the Pangalanes Canals in the east of Madagascar. The thatched bungalows all have hammocks to lounge in as you look out over the clear waters of the lake. The traditional Malagasy food is served in the open bar/restaurant area. Transfers to the lodge are done by speed boat through the canals. The en-suite bungalows have a light airy feel to them. This is a perfect place to relax, go canoeing, swim in the clear waters or take a stroll through the sand dunes to the Indian Ocean.

Bush House Lodge is a small eco-lodge located on the shores of one of the freshwater lakes of the Pangalanes Canals in the east of Madagascar, so close to the Indian Ocean that you can hear the low roar of the waves. Transfers to the lodge are done by speed boat through the canals.

11 thatched bungalows
No pool, but there is a pristine lakes to swim in!
Great for water sports, relaxing

Style: A small eco-lodge with thatched bungalows.

Setting: Located in the East Coast Toamasina region of Madagascar, within the Canal des Pangalanes lake district, where beach lined fresh water lakes merge with the India Ocean.

Accommodation & facilities: The 11 thatched bungalows were built using local materials with simple style handcrafted furnishings, a double bed with mosquito net and private shower/WC. All bungalows have a large terrace with a spectacular view over the clear waters of the lake.

Shower water is heated over a flame in a small water tank behind each bungalow. Electricity is powered by a generator and is available in the morning and evening.

The bar offers a selection of drinks and cocktails and of course the traditional local rum assortment.

Dining: The small outside restaurant at Bush House Lodge, which is sheltered under palm roofing, serves Malagasy, Creole and French food.

Activities: Bush House Lodge is a perfect place to relax and swim in the clear waters or take a stroll through the sand dunes to the Indian Ocean. For the more adventurous, canoes are available and there are some great walks to surrounding lakes and nature reserves. In addition, Ampitabe Lake is the perfect spot for water sports.

Child policy: Children are welcome but no facilities. This property is not suitable for very young children.

Sustainable tourism policy: “We take our responsibility to organize travels that both minimize the negative environmental, socio-cultural and economic impacts and maximize the positive ones. We want to contribute to the creation of better places for people to live in and for people to visit”.

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