“Thanks to recent efforts by Prince Harry and African parks, you’ll be welcomed to a park that has achieved conservation success by the reintroduction of 500 elephants. Afterwards, fly over to Likoma Island and revel in its no shoes no news vibe.”
Upon arrival at the airport, you’ll be met by a representative and privately escorted by car to your accommodation in Lilongwe.
The remainder of your day will be spent at leisure.
After breakfast at your hotel, you’ll be driven to the airport for your internal flight to Nkhotakota Wildlife Reserve. Malawi’s oldest and least developed protected area, the wilderness reserve includes forests, grasslands and rivers.
After checking into your accommodation the remainder of the day will be spent at leisure. Your Lightfoot Travel Designer can advise on activities prior to departure.
Spend the day exploring Nkhotakota Wildlife Reserve.
Home to an abundance of wildlife, there are a variety of activities on offer, including walking safaris, birdwatching tours, opportunities to meet the local Malawian community, river and 4WD safaris, and fly-fishing.
Continue exploring Nkhotakota Wildlife Reserve.
After breakfast, you’ll embark on an internal flight to Nyika National Park along the Zambian border. Malawi’s largest park, it features forested valleys, lush woodlands and sweeping grasslands.
After checking into your accommodation you'll spend the rest of your day at leisure.
Spend the day exploring Nyika National Park. Enjoy morning and evening nature drives, walking safaris, hiking, mountain biking, fishing and birdwatching.
Continue to explore Nyika National Park.
Your next internal flight transports you to the shores of Lake Malawi, where you’ll be staying on Likoma Island. This tranquil island measures just 17 sq. km. and is fringed by beaches.
Spend your days scuba diving or snorkelling, or enjoy various watersports including wake boarding, kite surfing, waterskiing, stand-up paddleboarding and kayaking. Explore the island including St Peter’s Cathedral, go quad biking or sailing, or simply relax at the beach.
Enjoy relaxing and exploring Likoma Island.
Your Lightfoot Travel Designer can advise on activities prior to departure.
Spend a final day on Likoma Island.
Your Lightfoot Travel Designer can advise on activities prior to departure.
Today you’ll be escorted to the Likoma Airstrip for your internal flight to Lilongwe, before catching your international flight home.
See abundant birdlife and reintroduced elephants at Nkhotakota
Go trekking and mountain biking around the great plateau at Nyika
Relax and unwind on the pristine beaches of Likoma Island
Experience river, 4WD, and walking safaris to see Malawian wildlife
Enjoy a variety of watersports in freshwater Lake Malawi
AUTHENTICITYWe won't take you to the usual tourist traps, instead we'll introduce you to people that show you the true side of a country. With our contacts in each destination, we can arrange for you to meet locals away from the crowds and ensure an authentic experience.
EXPERTISEYou can rely on our extensive first-hand knowledge and years of experience in the country you’re visiting. We use only the best expert guides, and provide insider tips on the local customs, and everything from vibrant festivals to hidden Himalayan monasteries
PERSONAL SERVICEYour vacation will be as unique as you are. By getting to know you and what makes you tick, we fuse our wealth of expertise and a deep understanding of our destinations to create unique day by day itineraries that are built around you.
