
About Madagascar's Leading DMC
Well rooted. Climbing the sky. All is about concept
Cactus Tours Madagascar - Madagascar's leading tour operator and DMC - was founded in 1998 by a native Malagasy team and remains 100% Malagasy-owned. Our mission: delivering unforgettable journeys with authentic, locally-guided experiences.
By the Numbers
Evidence, Not Adjectives
1998
Founded - 28+ years of operations
25+
Full-time staff
35
Guides
95%
Madagascar-sourced supplier network
8
Working languages
100%
Malagasy-owned and operated
Recognition
Four Consecutive Years at the Top



2022
World Travel Awards - Madagascar's Leading Tour Operator & Madagascar's Leading Destination Management Company
2023
World Travel Awards - Madagascar's Leading Tour Operator & Madagascar's Leading Destination Management Company
2024
World Travel Awards - Madagascar's Leading Tour Operator & Madagascar's Leading Destination Management Company
2025
World Travel Awards - Madagascar's Leading Tour Operator & Madagascar's Leading Destination Management Company
Licensed DMC by the Madagascar Tourism Ministry - Registration 023/MINTOURS/SG/DG/DADI.
Island-Wide Presence
Where We Are
Antananarivo (HQ - Ivato)
Nosy Be
Diego (Antsiranana)
Tulear
Fort-Dauphin
Morondava
Meet & greet at Ivato and Nosy Be international airports plus all regional airports.
Memberships
Who Vouches for Us
ATTA - Adventure Travel Trade Association
ATTA - African Travel & Tourism Association
African Bird Club
ATIA - Australian Travel Industry Association

The Florida-Caribbean Cruise Association (FCCA)

Madagascar Birding Association
Asity Madagascar - BirdLife Partner

World Mountain People Association - Madagascar Chapter

IFEA - International Festivals & Events Association
Meet us at ITB Berlin (annual), WTM London, Global Birdfair (UK), the Adventure Travel World Summit and ITB Asia (since 2025).
Talk to Our Team