12-Day Malawi Highlights Adventure

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

Majete Wildlife Reserve

Welcome to Malawi! On arrival at Chileka International Airport, you will be met by a Crafted Africa guide who will welcome and transfer you to Mkulumadzi where you will spend 2 nights. It is situated within Majete Wildlife Reserve, one of the outstanding conservation success stories of African conservation.

Surrounded by 7,000 hectares of private concession, Mkulumadzi enjoys an idyllic location at the confluence of 2 rivers shaded by giant leadwood trees. It is the perfect combination of splendid isolation and first-class facilities. Undiscovered by tourists, Majete is a true wilderness where every trip into the bush with a team of experienced guides will feel like an 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 busy, higher rates)

Best Weather June to October (Sunny, but not too hot)

Wildlife in Majete WR

ElephantCommon

BuffaloCommon

HippoAbundant

LionOccasional

ZebraOccasional

Black RhinoRare

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LeopardRare

HyenaRare

GiraffeNone

White RhinoNone

CheetahNone

WildebeestNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Mkulumadzi Lodge

• Luxury lodge located inside Majete WR

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Satemwa Tea Estate

Today you go on your last activity in Majete Wildlife Reserve before being jetted off to the stunning Satemwa Tea Estates. You will be transferred to the wonderful Huntingdon House for the next 2 nights.

Go for guided walks around the estates, play croquet on the lawn, take a tour of the coffee factory and do some tea tasting. Don’t forget to take a trip up to the picnic spot for sundowners for a bird's-eye view of the estate and far beyond.

You can even take a day trip to Mount Mulanje and do some hiking before heading back to the house to enjoy a home-cooked meal and a tea or coffee-related cocktail by the fire in the drawing room.

Main Destination:

Thyolo Mountains

Accommodation:

Huntingdon House

• Luxury guest house located in Thyolo District

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Liwonde National Park

Today, you will be transferred to the Shire River where you will be met by the Kuthengo Camp staff and transferred via boat to your accommodation for the next 2 nights.

You will settle into your room on arrival and rest. In the afternoon, you will be taken on your first game drive to explore the wildlife of Liwonde National Park. After your activity, you will return to the camp in time to freshen up before enjoying an al fresco dinner and campfire stories.

Wake up bright and early the next morning for your activity - you can choose from game drives, walking safaris or boating safaris! After your activity, hop in the swimming pool or do some birding on your private deck before lunch. After lunch, why not have a siesta or read a book by the pool before your evening activity? A game drive, dinner and a good night’s sleep lay ahead.

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, higher rates)

Best Weather June to October (Sunny, but not too hot)

Wildlife in Liwonde NP

ElephantCommon

HippoAbundant

BuffaloOccasional

ZebraOccasional

Black RhinoRare

LionRare

Show more

LeopardRare

CheetahRare

HyenaRare

Wild DogRare

GiraffeNone

White RhinoNone

WildebeestNone

Accommodation:

Kuthengo Camp

• Luxury tented camp located inside Liwonde NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Lake Malawi National Park

Off to the lake, we go! Today, you will be transferred to Kayak Africa Cottage in Cape Maclear where you will meet your boat transfer and set off for Mumbo Island. Settle into your basic but gorgeous lake-view chalet at Mumbo Island Lodge and take a dip in the warm waters of Lake Malawi.

Take advantage of all the exciting water-based activities like snorkeling, scuba diving, kayaking or a sunset cruise. You can also set off on foot into the depths of this uninhabited island and explore the natural wonders within. Embark on one of the many nature trails and discover hidden beaches, caves and exquisite birdlife before settling in for a sundowner gin and tonic on the famous "pod rock" viewpoint.

Main Destination:

Lake Malawi

Accommodation:

Mumbo Island Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located at Lake Malawi

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Lake Malawi National Park

Today, you will be transferred by boat back to the mainland to meet your guide. He will then transfer you to Whistler’s Cottage in Senga Bay to catch the Blue Zebra boat to their private island. You will stay here for the last 2 nights of your tour.

Blue Zebra Island Lodge is nestled on Nankoma Island, an unspoiled paradise under the protection of Lake Malawi National Park (a UNESCO World Heritage Site). Wake up to the sounds of nature and Lake Malawi with the sound of chirping birds. The lodge has a range of activity options to suit individuals, couples, families and friends. Take a gentle walk around the island and don’t forget your binoculars. Visit in the Green season and you could spot the annually nesting African pitta! Kayak around the island, snorkel, take a dip in the stunning infinity pool or just sit on your private veranda to relax.

Main Destination:

Lake Malawi

Accommodation:

Blue Zebra Island Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located at Lake Malawi

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Lilongwe International Airport

Today, you will wave goodbye to Malawi. You will be transferred by boat back to the mainland where your guide will be waiting to transfer you to Lilongwe Kamuzu International Airport.

End of tour.

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)

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