IDEAL LENGTH 10 nights
Price From £3,530 pp
When to Go Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

Southern Malawi Adventure

Liwonde National Park is arguably one of African’s biggest conservation success stories. Enjoy game walks, drives and boat trips to see the newly introduced cheetah, lion and black rhino as well as the large numbers of elephants, hippo and crocodiles.

Day 1
1 Otter Point at Cape Maclear, Lake Malawi

Day 1
Arrival Lilongwe – Lake Malawi

Upon arrival at Lilongwe International Airport, you’ll be escorted by car to Salima where you’ll pick up your boat transfer to Nankoma Island on Lake Malawi.

The remainder of your day will be spent at leisure.

Day 2
2 Otter Point at Cape Maclear, Lake Malawi

Day 2
Lake Malawi

Nankoma Island is part of the Marelli Island Archipelago within Lake Malawi National Park.

Home to abundant birdlife, the surrounding waters are filled with vibrant cichlid fish.

Activities include snorkelling and scuba diving, kayaking, wake boarding, waterskiing, and tubing.

Day 3
3 Otter Point at Cape Maclear, Lake Malawi

Day 3
Thyolo

This morning you’ll be transferred to the mainland and the region of Thyolo, renowned for its tea and coffee estates.

Day 4
4 Otter Point at Cape Maclear, Lake Malawi

Day 4
Thyolo

From your base on the tea and coffee estate of Satemwa, sample tea cocktails and tastings, take a coffee tour, hike or mountain bike around the region, visit imposing Mount Mulanje, and admire the region’s magnificent birds.

Day 5
5 Otter Point at Cape Maclear, Lake Malawi

Day 5
Liwonde National Park

Today you’ll be escorted to one of Malawi’s premier wildlife regions, Liwonde National Park at the tip of Lake Malombe. With wildlife including rare black rhinos and over 300 species of birds, it’s a fantastic opportunity to see wildlife in their natural habitat.

Activities include nature drives, river cruises, guided bush walks, birdwatching tours and visits to conservation research camps and a local school.

Day 6
6 Otter Point at Cape Maclear, Lake Malawi

Day 6
Liwonde National Park

Today, you will be at your own leisure.

Activities include nature drives, river cruises, guided bush walks, birdwatching tours and visits to conservation research camps and a local school.

Your Lightfoot Travel Designer can advise on activities prior to departure.

Day 7
7 Otter Point at Cape Maclear, Lake Malawi

Day 7
Liwonde National Park

After a hearty breakfast, embark on an adventure for the day before your departure tomorrow.

This is your last chance to enjoy nature drives, river cruises, guided bush walks, birdwatching tours and visits to conservation research camps and a local school.

Your Lightfoot Travel Designer can advise on activities prior to departure.

Day 8
8 Otter Point at Cape Maclear, Lake Malawi

Day 8
Mumbo Island, Cape Maclear

Your final destination is Mumbo Island just off Cape Maclear in Lake Malawi National Park, where you’ll be staying in an idyllic rustic camp.

Day 9
9 Otter Point at Cape Maclear, Lake Malawi

Day 9
Mumbo Island, Cape Maclear

Snorkel and scuba dive in the crystal-clear lake waters, go sailing or kayaking, hike nature trails, spot rare birds or simply kick back and relax in a hammock.

Day 10
10 Otter Point at Cape Maclear, Lake Malawi

Day 10
Mumbo Island, Cape Maclear

Discover the wonders of Mumbo Island and all that has to offer. Take this time to explore at your own pace and take in your surroundings.

Day 11
11 Otter Point at Cape Maclear, Lake Malawi

Day 11
Departure

Today you’ll be escorted to the airport for your onward journey.

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itinerary highlights
  • Snorkel amongst vibrant cichlid fish in Lake Malawi

  • Experience life on a tea and coffee estate in Thyolo

  • Witness rare wildlife in their natural habitat at Liwonde

  • Engage with local Malawian communities

  • Relax on the tropical island paradise of Mumbo Island

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