Anja Community Reserve

Near Ambalavao, South-central Madagascar, Madagascar

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The Anja Community Reserve, located near Ambalavao in south-central Madagascar, is a small but highly successful community-managed nature reserve known for its large population of ring-tailed lemurs.

Set among dramatic granite cliffs, boulder formations, pockets of forest, and small lakes, it offers visitors excellent opportunities to observe these iconic animals in their natural habitat. Established in 2001 and managed by the local community through the Anja Miray Association, the reserve is widely recognized as a model of community-based conservation. Revenue from ecotourism helps fund education, healthcare, reforestation, and other development projects while protecting local wildlife and habitats.

Beyond its lemurs, the reserve features scenic hiking trails, caves, traditional burial sites, and panoramic views of the surrounding highlands. Its combination of natural beauty, rich biodiversity, and community stewardship makes Anja Community Reserve one of Madagascar’s most inspiring ecotourism destinations.