Amber Mountain National Park

Amber Mountain National Park
IUCN Category II (National Park)
Location of Amber Mountain National Park
Location	Northern Madagascar
Nearest city	Antsiranana
Coordinates	12°30′8″S 49°9′58″E / 12.50222°S 49.16611°E / -12.50222; 49.16611Coordinates: 12°30′8″S 49°9′58″E / 12.50222°S 49.16611°E / -12.50222; 49.16611
Area	182 km²
Established	1958
Governing body	Madagascar National Parks Association (PNM-ANGAP)

Waterfall in Amber Mountain National Park

Amber Mountain National Park is a National Park in the Diana Region of northern Madagascar. The park is known for its water falls and crater lakes and is located 1000 km north of the capital, Antananarivo. It is also one of the most biologically diverse places in all of Madagascar; 75 species of birds, 25 species of mammals, and 59 species of reptiles are known to inhabit the park.

This park is also one of the most accessible in northern Madagascar. Bush Taxis travel up to Joffreville daily, leaving from Diego near the Star bottling factory. It is also possible to hire a private taxi which is significantly more affordable than some of the tour companies. The trip by taxi should run around 30,000 - 40,000 ariary, and will take about 45 minutes. On this trip up the mountain to the entrance of the park you will pass through a few small villages. Among these is the little village of Sakaramy, a great place to stop and inquire with locals about different fruits, especially the odd looking jack fruit!

There are three primary waterfall attractions within the park, and these are must sees! Along with waterfalls the guides are very knowledgeable about the different flora found in the park. Within the park there is a lodge or gite for guests to stay at a very affordable rate of 8,000 ariary per night! While there is generally no electricity at the lodge you will find restroom facilities.

See also

• List of national parks of Madagascar

Source

• Wild Madagascar- Amber Mountain

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