“Madagascar In Depth”

25 days/23 nights, Sept. 13-Oct. 7, 2009, and May 2010. Highlights: In-depth exploration of six major preserve areas throughout the island/see lemurs, chameleons, geckos, frogs, tortoises, birds/snorkel the reefs of Ambola/in Bekopaka village, learn of the Sakalava people/karst landscapes of Petit Tsingy and Grand Tsingy/in Tana, Queen’s Palace, Tsimbazaza Zoo, artisan handicraft market. Land only, €5,650 (near $7,200). Galapagos Travel (Aptos, CA; 800/969-9014, www.galapagos travel.com).