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Why Madagascar? The truth is that there are plenty of reasons to want to travel to Madagascar, the fourth largest island on the planet. Many people did not know this country, until it was placed on the map after the famous cartoon film. The red island is a mysterious destination for many and one that arouses great curiosity. An island that said goodbye to Africa about 165 million years ago to navigate between African, Arab, Hindu, Asian and Polynesian roots. It is an ethnological heritage, and in which, thanks to the isolation of the island, the 18 ethnic groups that have lived there for a very long time, have developed their own customs, traditions and laws that are unique in the world. And if there is one thing that makes this country stand out, it is the great variety and ethnic richness. Kind and respectful people, who always offer you a smile, without asking for anything in return. Madagascar, the country of the taxi-brousse, tilapia, zebu, romazava, misao, white sand beaches, ports full of local people fishing, shy smiles, evenings that light up the sky, colonial trains, baobab, vanilla, sailing boats, lemurs... Madagascar's wildlife is among the best in the world in terms of diversity, abundance and uniqueness, and is one of the most important natural treasures on Earth. In fact, many define it as Noah's Ark between Africa and Asia. The island is home to 5% of all the species of fauna and flora in the world, of which 70% are endemic, that is, we can only and exclusively find them in the wild in this corner of the planet. In addition, this anthropological expedition is framed within sustainable tourism, which is committed to promoting the local economy by visiting indigenous communities. If you are a lover of nature, contrasting landscapes, and an authentic and unique culture, Madagascar is undoubtedly your destination: the red island of emerald waters.