52 Travel Destinations That Are Perfect for People Who Hate Crowds

15. Madagascar's Avenue of the Baobabs & Tsingy Forests: An Alien Eden

Journey to Madagascar, an island continent of its own, to witness landscapes and wildlife found nowhere else on Earth, often in profound solitude. Picture the iconic Avenue of the Baobabs at sunset, their ancient, massive trunks silhouetted against a fiery sky—a truly spiritual experience. Then, venture to the razor-sharp limestone karsts of Tsingy de Bemaraha National Park, a UNESCO site where you can explore via thrilling suspension bridges and walkways. Far from typical tourist trails, Madagascar offers lemurs, chameleons, and a unique biodiversity that feels like stepping onto another, quieter, more ancient planet.