Auxiliary Tour Madagascar July 2027

Madagascar: A Culinary Journey to the Roots

Step into a place where Africa meets the Indian Ocean, where food tells stories of migration, survival, and creativity. This immersive culinary journey to Madagascar is designed for chefs, food lovers, and cultural explorers who want more than a trip — they want connection.

Centered in the vibrant capital of Antananarivo, this experience brings you face-to-face with the people, ingredients, and traditions that define Malagasy cuisine. From the bustling energy of Analakely Market to intimate kitchens and rural farms, every moment is curated to deepen your understanding of food as culture.

You will walk through markets filled with heirloom rice, wild greens, dried fish, and fragrant spices. You’ll taste street foods like mofo gasy and masikita, and sit at tables where meals are prepared with intention and history. At renowned local institutions like Sakamanga and La Varangue, you’ll experience how traditional flavors are preserved, elevated, and reimagined.

Beyond the city, the journey continues east to the lush landscapes of Andasibe — a region rich with smallholder farms growing vanilla, cinnamon, and wild pepper. Here, you’ll learn directly from farmers, exploring the journey from soil to plate. You’ll gather ingredients, cook over open fires, and experience the deep connection between land, food, and community.

This is not a passive tour — it is a culinary exchange. Throughout the week, you’ll collaborate with Malagasy chefs, share techniques, and explore the connections between African American foodways and Malagasy traditions. The experience culminates in a powerful legacy dinner, where participants co-create a menu that reflects both heritage and innovation.

With time intentionally built in to rest, reflect, and explore at your own pace, this journey balances depth with ease. Every detail — from transportation to curated meals and guided experiences — is handled, allowing you to focus on what matters most: learning, connecting, and being inspired.

This is more than a trip to Madagascar.
It is a return to the table — to history, to culture, and to each other.

Join us.

The tour will leave from Washington DC July 22 – July 31, 2027.

The cost of the tour per person is: $3600 

Registration with deposit is due July 1, 2026, to hold your spot. Space is limited to 10 people. The first 10 to register.

*The $500 deposit is refundable within 30 days of payment only at the time of registration that will hold your spot. An invoice will be sent after the registration has been submitted. You can decide to make monthly payments using the same invoice @$517 per month. 

All payments are due by February 1, 2027. 

Included: 

Transportation in Madagascar

2 meals a day

Hotel Accommodations 

Tours

Souvenir

Not Included:

Airfare from the USA (we recommend you purchase airline tickets before the fall, all participants must arrive in Antananarivo, Madagascar on July 23, 2027)

Spending money

Lunch

Visa 

Gratuity $100

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