Visit the paper making factory
CatherineReichardt Says: The paper factory is probably the most obvious tourist attraction in Ambalavao. Bark from an indigenous tree (sometimes substituted by sisal these days) is pounded to a pulp with water, covered with ornate flower patterns and left to drain and then dry in the sun.You will...
Go rock hopping with the lemurs at Anja
CatherineReichardt Says: About 13km south east of Ambalavao is the wonderful community-run Anja nature reserve. We visited as a extended lunch stop on the long haul to Isalo, and found it the perfect location to stretch legs and take in the marvellous scenery.Anja is huddled into the base of a...
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About 13km south east of Ambalavao is the wonderful community-run Anja nature reserve. We visited as a extended lunch stop on the long haul to Isalo, and found...
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A peaceful stop off on the long haul South

Ambalavao is a pretty little town set amid a lovely landscape. We only stopped there for a short while, but the Bradt guide - which we generally found to be very reliable - enthuses about the place......
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