Zahamena National Park, Madagascar: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]
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Traveling to Zahamena National Park, Madagascar? If you're planning to go to Zahamena National Park, this is some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.
Contents
- When to go to Zahamena National Park
- Important essentials for Zahamena National Park
- Activities for Zahamena National Park
- Zahamena National Park in January: weather and what to pack
- Zahamena National Park in February: weather and what to pack
- Zahamena National Park in March: weather and what to pack
- Zahamena National Park in April: weather and what to pack
- Zahamena National Park in May: weather and what to pack
- Zahamena National Park in June: weather and what to pack
- Zahamena National Park in July: weather and what to pack
- Zahamena National Park in August: weather and what to pack
- Zahamena National Park in September: weather and what to pack
- Zahamena National Park in October: weather and what to pack
- Zahamena National Park in November: weather and what to pack
- Zahamena National Park in December: weather and what to pack

About your travel guide
Hi! I'm Dev. I've traveled all over the world and in my travels, I have made many packing lists. In this series, my team and I have compiled the most useful information, as well as things we couldn't live without, to help you plan your trip.
When to go to Zahamena National Park, Madagascar
Based on the climate and weather in Zahamena National Park, the best time to go is September. See below for details.
Important essentials for Zahamena National Park, Madagascar
Here are some general tips on what to wear in Zahamena National Park, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.
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Travel disinfecting wipes
Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.
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Hand sanitizer
This hand sanitizer is an excellent plane-friendly product.
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N95 masks
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Touchless thermometer
A touchless thermometer is important to have.
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A vaccine card protector
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Kids' KN95 masks
N95 masks don't exist for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).
General health necessities
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Emergency water purifier
Some areas may have unreliable tap water, so it's important to bring an emergency water purifier like this one.
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Travel first aid kit
This one is a good choice.
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Emergency motion sickness relief
Don't forget these
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Money/passport pouch
A money pouch is vital for protecting your passport and credit cards.
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For families with young children
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Emergency phone
For this area, we suggest a good satellite phone. We recommend this satellite phoneHowever, in cities, a SIM card that works in Zahamena National Park may be sufficient. A good global SIM card is this one, but check the details before buying.
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Power bank for devices
A portable power bank, like this one
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Airplane or car necessities
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Plug adapter
A plug adapter that supports outlet types C and E. This one should be sufficient for most locations, but you may want to check with your hotel.
What to wear/what to pack for Zahamena National Park, Madagascar by month
Already know when you're traveling?
January
January here is extremely warm. Temperatures average in the 70s F (low 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. It rains most days.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Light dresses
You can find some great options here
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Extra socks
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Light skirts
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Sandals
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Short pants or heavy shorts
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Bug repellent
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Breathable footwear or sandals
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Sunscreen lotion
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Long and short sleeve shirts
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A rain jacket to layer with another jacket
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100% waterproof footwear
We suggest rain boots:
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Rain pants
These will be a lifesaver in heavy rain.
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Waterproof phone bag
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Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a perfect one to buy.
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Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings stay dry. We recommend:
February
February in Zahamena National Park is extremely warm. Temperatures average in the 70s F (low 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. It rains about two thirds of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Sandals
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Light dresses
You can find some great options here
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Short pants or heavy shorts
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Long and short sleeve shirts
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Sunscreen lotion
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Extra socks
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Light skirts
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Breathable footwear or sandals
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Bug repellent
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A rain coat to layer with another jacket
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100% waterproof footwear
We use these rain boots:
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Rain pants
These pants will be a lifesaver in a rainstorm.
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Waterproof phone bag
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Wind resistant umbrella
This one is an excellent one to buy.
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Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings stay dry. We like:
March
March here is hot. Temperatures average in the low 70s F (low 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. It rains about two thirds of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Extra socks
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Bug repellent
-
Breathable footwear or sandals
-
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
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Long and short sleeve shirts
-
Sandals
-
Short pants or heavy shorts
-
Sunscreen lotion
-
Light skirts
-
A rain coat to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We recommend these rain boots:
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Rain pants
These pants can be essential in a storm.
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Waterproof phone bag
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Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a perfect choice.
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Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags stay dry. We like:
April
If you go to Zahamena National Park in April, you will notice that it is warm. Expect it to rain about half of the time. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the low 70s F (low 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Long and short sleeve shirts
-
Breathable footwear or sandals
-
Extra socks
-
Sunscreen lotion
-
Short pants or heavy shorts
-
Sandals
-
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
-
Bug repellent
-
Light skirts
-
A rain jacket to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These are essential in a storm.
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Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a great one to buy.
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Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things don't get wet. We recommend:
May
Traveling to Zahamena National Park in May, you will notice that it is warm. Expect it to rain about a third of the time. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the high 60s F (low 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
-
Breathable footwear or sandals
-
Light skirts
-
Sunscreen lotion
-
Sandals
-
Extra socks
-
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
-
Short pants or heavy shorts
-
Bug repellent
-
A rain coat to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We use rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants can be essential in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a perfect option.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags don't get wet. We suggest:
June
June is balmy. Temperatures average in the 60s F (high 10s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. It rains a bit less than half of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Long and short sleeve shirts
-
Sandals
-
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
-
Sunscreen lotion
-
Extra socks
-
Breathable footwear or sandals
-
Bug repellent
-
Light skirts
-
Short pants or heavy shorts
-
A rain coat to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We recommend rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants will be vital in heavy rain.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a perfect option.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases remain dry. We like:
July
July is balmy. Temperatures average in the 60s F (high 10s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. It rains about half of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Bug repellent
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
-
Short pants or heavy shorts
-
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
-
Sunscreen lotion
-
Light skirts
-
Extra socks
-
Breathable footwear or sandals
-
Sandals
-
A rain jacket to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We recommend rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These are vital in heavy rain.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Umbrella
This one is a great option.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings stay dry. We recommend:
August
Traveling to Zahamena National Park in August, you will notice that it is balmy. Expect it to rain about half of the time. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the 60s F (high 10s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Sunscreen lotion
-
Breathable footwear or sandals
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
-
Light skirts
-
Short pants or heavy shorts
-
Sandals
-
Bug repellent
-
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
-
Extra socks
-
A rain jacket to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We recommend these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These can be essential in heavy rain.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is an excellent choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags don't get wet. We suggest:
September
September in Zahamena National Park is a perfect temperature. Temperatures average in the high 60s F (high 10s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. It rains about a third of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Light skirts
-
Sandals
-
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
-
Bug repellent
-
Extra socks
-
Sunscreen lotion
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
-
Breathable footwear or sandals
-
Short pants or heavy shorts
-
A rain jacket to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We use these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants will be a lifesaver in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is an excellent choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags remain dry. We recommend:
October
If you go to Zahamena National Park in October, you will notice that it is a perfect temperature. Expect it to rain about half of the time. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the high 60s F (low 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
-
Light skirts
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
-
Breathable footwear or sandals
-
Bug repellent
-
Sandals
-
Sunscreen lotion
-
Extra socks
-
Short pants or heavy shorts
-
A rain coat to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We recommend these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These will be a lifesaver in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Umbrella
This one is a great one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags remain dry. We like:
November
November in Zahamena National Park is warm. Temperatures average in the low 70s F (low 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. It rains about half of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Sunscreen lotion
-
Breathable footwear or sandals
-
Sandals
-
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
-
Light skirts
-
Extra socks
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
-
Short pants or heavy shorts
-
Bug repellent
-
A rain poncho to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We use these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These can be a lifesaver in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a great one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases remain dry. We suggest:
December
December in this region is extremely warm. Temperatures average in the low 70s F (low 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. It rains most days.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Breathable footwear or sandals
-
Light skirts
-
Short pants or heavy shorts
-
Sandals
-
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
-
Extra socks
-
Bug repellent
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
-
Sunscreen lotion
-
A rain jacket to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants can be essential in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a great choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags stay dry. We recommend:
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