Iharana Bush Camp

Iharana Bush Camp was designed around the craftsmanship and materials of Malagasy artisans. Buildings use wood, earth, granite, and limestone, with thatched satrana palm roofs and decor drawn from traditional local dwellings. The 18 cabanas are set among mango trees, thorny shrubs, and lianas, and the camp keeps a low-tech setting without televisions, air conditioning, or telephones in the rooms. The entire camp runs on solar power for electricity, hot water, pumps, and lighting. Waste is sorted and recycled where possible, filtered drinking water reduces plastic use, and the kitchen relies on fresh, local produce. Most staff come from the surrounding region, and part of excursion revenue supports KOFAMA, a local association that funds community projects, trains young guides, and supports environmental protection.

Rooms & Suites
The camp has individual cabanas modeled on traditional Malagasy homes. They have earthen walls, satrana palm thatch roofs, wooden doors, and simple furnishings. Most cabanas are shaded by mango trees, and each has a terrace. Solar panels supply the lighting and hot water. Rooms have no power outlets or air conditioning, so a charging station is available for electronic devices. Each cabana has a private bathroom with hot water and organic toiletries made by a Malagasy company.

Hotel Amenities & Facilities
The camp’s restaurant serves European cuisine with Malagasy influences, using local ingredients, and meals are served under an open wooden shelter. The bar serves fresh fruit juices, house cocktails, and a selection of liqueurs. Local therapists give traditional massages with Malagasy essential oils in an open-air space facing the Tsingy. The camp provides filtered, purified drinking water. Guests are asked to conserve water and electricity and to observe lemurs and other wildlife without feeding them.