The White Cockerel

In this extract from Beastly Journeys, Ash Dykes tells of hiking the length of Madagascar and the unlikely companion that joined him for the last leg. 

On the road in Madagascar

To celebrate the launch of the new edition of our Madagascar guide, author Daniel Austin took over our Instagram to share some of his photos and stories from his many trips to the island.

12 reasons to visit Madagascar

Home to weird and wonderful wildlife, unique landscapes and a welcoming people, a trip to Madagascar has something for everyone. 

Madagascar’s famadihana – the turning of the bones

Visitors to Madagascar shouldn’t miss this ceremony

Birding in Madagascar

Madagascar is a birdwatching paradise. These are the best places to go on the island to see its rare and colourful birds. 

Unusual wildlife encounters

Bizarreness, like beauty, is in the eye of the beholder.

Interview with Ash Dykes

We chat to Ash Dykes, the explorer and expeditioner who has recently become the first man to walk the length of Madagascar. He tells us about how he prepares for his trips, why he chose Madagascar and how not knowing Malagasy saved the life of his guide.