$5,310 to $6,361 pp (USD)
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Arrival
Day 1
Arrival in Blantyre
Arrival in Blantyre
On arrival at Blantyre International Airport, you will be transferred by road to Huntingdon House, nestled on the slopes of Thyolo Mountain, about an hour away. Set within the historic Satemwa Tea Estate, Huntingdon House exudes old-world charm, with colonial architecture, elegant interiors, and stunning views over rolling emerald hills. Relax and take in the atmosphere as you begin your Malawian adventure.
- Main Destination:
- Thyolo District
- Accommodation:
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Huntingdon House
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Explore Thyolo Region
Explore Thyolo Region
Spend a full day exploring the beautiful surroundings at your own pace. Tour the working tea factory, learn about the history and craft behind Malawi’s famed tea, or venture further to the majestic Mount Mulanje Massif. For a more leisurely option, enjoy a short hike to the tranquil Dziwe la Nkhalamba rock pool and falls, soaking up the scenery and peaceful atmosphere of this stunning region.
- Main Destination:
- Thyolo District
- Accommodation:
- Huntingdon House
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Transfer to Mkulumadzi
Transfer to Mkulumadzi
Enjoy a scenic 2.5-hour drive to Mkulumadzi Lodge, passing colourful local villages, farmland, and bush. Set at the confluence of the Shire and Mkulumadzi Rivers within Majete Wildlife Reserve, the lodge is surrounded by Miombo woodland, Combretum forests, and riparian mosaics. Majete spans over 70,000 hectares and is home to the Big Five. Depending on your arrival time, you may have the opportunity to enjoy an afternoon activity or simply relax and take in the wild surroundings.
- Main Destination:
- Majete Wildlife Reserve
- Accommodation:
- Mkulumadzi Lodge
Wildlife in Majete WR
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4-5
Exploring Majete Wildlife Reserve
Exploring Majete Wildlife Reserve
Spend two full days at Mkulumadzi Lodge, set in a spectacular location within Majete Wildlife Reserve, a true conservation success story. Guests can relax in the comfort of the lodge or actively explore the park with at least one daily activity, from game drives to guided walks. Majete is home to the Big Five and abundant wildlife, offering excellent opportunities to observe elephants, lions, rhinos, and a variety of bird species in their natural habitats while supporting ongoing conservation efforts.
- Main Destination:
- Majete Wildlife Reserve
- Accommodation:
- Mkulumadzi Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Transfer to Liwonde
Transfer to Liwonde
After breakfast and farewells, embark on a scenic 4.5-hour road transfer to Kuthengo Camp. Nestled within Liwonde National Park, one of Southern Africa’s premier birding destinations, the camp offers stunning riverine landscapes and abundant wildlife. Much of the park consists of Shire River floodplains, home to a healthy population of elephants best observed on a boat safari. Depending on your arrival, enjoy lunch overlooking the river or, if arriving later, afternoon tea followed by an evening game drive to begin exploring this remarkable area.
- Main Destination:
- Liwonde National Park
- Accommodation:
- Kuthengo Camp
Wildlife in Liwonde NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7-8
Exploring Liwonde
Exploring Liwonde
Spend two full days exploring the Shire River and its tranquil lagoons, offering excellent opportunities to spot elephants, hippos, crocodiles, and abundant birdlife. Liwonde is renowned for its birding, with special species including Lillian’s lovebird, brown-breasted barbet, osprey, palm-nut vulture, Pel’s fishing owl, and Livingstone’s flycatcher. Guests can also enjoy a viewing hide along a Shire tributary and take part in meaningful visits to a local school and nearby rural communities, gaining insight into life along the river while supporting sustainable tourism initiatives.
- Main Destination:
- Liwonde National Park
- Accommodation:
- Kuthengo Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 9
Transfer to Lake Malawi
Transfer to Lake Malawi
After breakfast, enjoy a road transfer to Pumulani on the Nankumba Peninsula, one of the most beautiful shores of Lake Malawi, bordering the Lake Malawi National Park — a UNESCO World Heritage Site established to protect the region’s unique cichlid fish. Pumulani’s ten exclusive villas are scattered across the hillside, each with spacious bedrooms, bathrooms, and elevated decks offering panoramic lake views. Guests can relax on the remote beach, swim in the clear waters, or enjoy infinity pools overlooking the lake. For the more active, a range of non-motorised water sports is available, including snorkeling, kayaking, sailing, fishing, and wakeboarding.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Malawi
- Accommodation:
- Pumulani Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 10-12
Enjoy Lake Malawi
Enjoy Lake Malawi
Spend three days at leisure on the stunning Nankumba Peninsula, enjoying the crystal-clear waters of Lake Malawi, one of the world’s most ecologically diverse lakes, home to over a thousand species of fish, including hundreds of colourful cichlids. Guests can relax and soak up the tranquil scenery, swim, or take part in a variety of activities such as kayaking, sailing, or snorkeling. For a cultural experience, guided walks through nearby Malawian villages offer insight into local life, traditions, and community projects, making this a perfect combination of relaxation, adventure, and cultural immersion.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Malawi
- Accommodation:
- Pumulani Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 13
Departure
Departure
On the final day you will be transferred back to Monkey Bay where you will take a light aircraft to Lilongwe in time for your connecting onto flight.
- Main Destination:
- Lilongwe International Airport (Lilongwe)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
