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Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

  • You'll be collected from the airport.
  • Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Day 1

Arrival into Blantyre and Travel to Majete Wildlife Reserve

Arrival into Blantyre and Travel to Majete Wildlife Reserve

Upon arrival at Chileka International Airport, your private driver will escort you on a 1.5-hour drive to Majete Wildlife Reserve. Located in the Great Rift Valley, Majete offers an off-the-beaten-track safari experience with remote luxury. You’ll spend three nights in a secluded honeymoon chalet at Mkulumadzi, the reserve's premier lodge. Enjoy flexible, expert-led activities including boat, walking, and 4x4 safaris, or visit local villages to tailor your ultimate romantic adventure.

Main Destination:
Majete Wildlife Reserve
Best Time To Visit July to October (Dry bush; animals are easy to find)
High Season July to October (Park is relatively busy; higher rates)
Best Weather June to October (Sunny, but not too hot)

Wildlife in Majete WR

ElephantCommon
LionCommon
BuffaloCommon
ZebraCommon
HippoCommon
LeopardOccasional
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GiraffeOccasional
CheetahOccasional
HyenaOccasional
Wild DogOccasional
Accommodation:
Mkulumadzi Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located inside Majete WR
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2-3

Safari in Majete Wildlife Reserve

Safari in Majete Wildlife Reserve

Wake early to birdsong in your chalet, enjoying a hot coffee before crossing the footbridge for a sunrise safari. Early morning is prime time for spotting big cats, set against pastel skies and the cool morning dew. Cultural visits to learn about local Malawian life can also be arranged during this time. Whether you’re tracking predators or connecting with the community, your day begins with a tranquil and evocative introduction to the Warm Heart of Africa.

Main Destination:
Majete Wildlife Reserve
Accommodation:
Mkulumadzi Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located inside Majete WR
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 4-7

Liwonde National Park

Liwonde National Park

After your morning activity and breakfast, you will check out and cross the foot bridge for your transfer to Liwonde, taking approximately 3.5 hours. You arrive at Kuthengo Camp by boat across the Shire River, where you will stay for the next four nights. Nestled among Fever trees and Baobabs, Kuthengo Camp is an intimate, exclusive, rustic camp with no barriers to nature. You’ll often have elephants, antelopes, warthogs, and more milling around your veranda, along with hippos in the Shire beyond your tent.

You have 3 full days to immerse yourself in Liwonde’s wilderness. Activities centre around nature at Kuthengo, with morning and evening game drives in open-top vehicles, boat safaris on the Shire, and walking safaris to occupy your days.

In between activities, lounge around the pool or in your breezy safari tent. In the evenings, you'll relax in the snug lounge and bar with a cold beverage and simply soak up this harmonious corner of the world.

Main Destination:
Liwonde National Park
Best Time To Visit July to October (Dry bush; animals are easy to find)
High Season July to October (The park is busy; rates are higher)
Best Weather June to October (Sunny, but not too hot)

Wildlife in Liwonde NP

ElephantAbundant
HippoAbundant
Black RhinoOccasional
LionOccasional
CheetahOccasional
ZebraOccasional
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BuffaloOccasional
HyenaOccasional
LeopardVery Rare
Accommodation:
Kuthengo Camp
  • Luxury tented camp located inside Liwonde NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 8-12

Lake Malawi

Lake Malawi

After breakfast, fly to Likoma Island via Lilongwe. You’ll be met and transferred to Kaya Mawa, Lake Malawi’s premier lodge, for a five-night stay in the honeymoon suite. Embracing the 'maybe tomorrow' philosophy, this 'no-shoes-no-news' sanctuary invites total relaxation. Spend your days lounging in a hammock or exploring hidden coves through snorkeling, kayaking, and diving. It is a biodiverse paradise and the ultimate romantic conclusion to your Malawian adventure.

Main Destination:
Lake Malawi
Accommodation:
Kaya Mawa
  • Luxury lodge located at Likoma Island (Lake Malawi)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 13

Departure from Malawi

Departure from Malawi

Following a leisurely final morning on Likoma Island, you will check out and be transferred to the airstrip for your flight to Lilongwe. At Kamuzu International Airport, you will connect with your international flight home. This marks the end of your romantic Malawian escape, leaving you with cherished memories of the Warm Heart of Africa as you depart. We hope you carry the spirit of this enchanting destination with you long after your journey ends.

Main Destination:
No major destination visited
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

  • Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
  • You'll be dropped off at the airport.

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