Introduction

You will start your exploration of Malawi with 3 nights of safari, after a quick 2 hour drive from Chileka Airport in Blantyre. You'll stay at Mkulumadzi luxury camp in the Majete Wildlife Reserve, and enjoy game drives as well as river cruises and walking safaris.  With just 8 chalets in this large private concession you are guaranteed an amazing and unique wildlife experience.
Your next stop is 2 nights at the Satemwa Tea Estate, a wonderful break in your safari journey. You can stretch your legs, taste some of the best tea on the planet, and cycle around the picturesque rows of tea bushes with Mount Mulanje as your backdrop. 
Liwonde is your next point of call, one of Malawi's premier national parks,  is now home to a significant black rhino population as well as many other mammals including elephant, lion and cheetah. Kuthengo Camp is nestled among Fever trees and Baobabs on an open plain stretching towards the Shire River. Enjoy views from your private deck of the herds of waterbuck that frequent the camp area in the evenings. Day or night game drives are offered in open-top game-viewing vehicles, and guests can also go on bush walks. Boating on the lagoons is a special treat that can be enjoyed from the end of December to early April.
After a week of safari,  you'll be looking forward to your stay at Kaya Mawa, on the white sandy beaches of Likoma Island. "Kaya Mawa" translates as "Maybe Tomorrow"... the Likoma Island version of mañana... without the urgency. You can relax on pristine beaches, snorkel and dive in crystal-clear waters, as well as enjoy a variety of water sports.
 

Day

Accommodation

Destination

Duration

Basis

day 0

Mkulumadzi Majete Wildlife Reserve

3 nights

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day 3

Huntingdon House Thyolo

2 nights

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day 5

Kuthengo Camp Liwonde National Park

3 nights

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day 8

Kaya Mawa Likoma Island

4 nights

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Key

FB: Full Board - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and Lunch

 

Majete Wildlife Reserve: Mkulumadzi

Mkulumadzi Lodge Mkulumadzi Lodge Mkulumadzi Lodge

Thyolo: Huntingdon House

Huntingdon House Entrance

Liwonde National Park: Kuthengo Camp

Kuthengo Camp Kuthengo Camp Kuthengo Camp

Likoma Island: Kaya Mawa

Kaya Mawa, Malawi Kaya Mawa - Lounge at sunset Kaya Mawa - Lounge and Bar Area

Fast Facts

13 Days / 12 Nights

Reference Number: 2023

Price

Estimated price from US $8,050- $10,250 per person sharing, based on 2 travelers 

  • Accommodations are subject to availability at the time of booking.

  • Inclusive of internal flights: Lilongwe - Likoma Island - Lilongwe

  • Prices are subject to change due to currency fluctuations, increase in fuel prices, or other fees imposed by the government or tourism industry, not within our control. 

 

Includes:

  • Transfers between the specified airport and designated accommodation. (Transfers are shared unless otherwise noted). 

  • Sightseeing and safari activities as detailed in the itinerary. 

  • Applicable Park and concession fees. 

  • Charter flights are shared and may make up to three stops before your final destination.   

  • Accommodation on a shared basis in standard rooms unless otherwise noted. 

  • Meals as specified. 

  • Clients of African Portfolio Inc. are covered for emergency medical services and/or evacuation transportation while on safari.  Note: clients who purchase their own travel insurance are not covered under African Portfolio’s plan.  Clients residing outside the United States are not covered by this policy and must purchase independent travel insurance and provide proof of coverage.   

 

Excludes:

  • Scheduled international, regional or domestic flights. 

  • Visas: Online visa applications must be completed by the traveler.  The process requires provision of personal information/history as well as certification of authenticity, which African Portfolio cannot legally provide on your behalf.   

  • Certain entry and activity fees that are payable directly to the camp or lodge. 

  • Trip Cancellation Protection: African Portfolio Inc. strongly recommends the purchase of additional trip cancellation coverage to protect your investment in the event of an unforeseen cancellation for insurable reasons. Please request more information on the cost to insure the total cost of your trip.  

  • Trip expenses: Medical expenses, meals or activities not specified or indicated as optional, entrance fees, gratuities to drivers/guides/tour leaders, porterage and excess baggage fees.  

  • Personal expenses: Included but not limited to costs incurred in conjunction with this trip prior to departure, beverages, laundry, communication costs.  

Majete Wildlife Reserve: Mkulumadzi

Mkulumadzi Lodge Mkulumadzi Lodge Mkulumadzi Lodge

Thyolo: Huntingdon House

Huntingdon House Entrance

Liwonde National Park: Kuthengo Camp

Kuthengo Camp Kuthengo Camp Kuthengo Camp

Likoma Island: Kaya Mawa

Kaya Mawa, Malawi Kaya Mawa - Lounge at sunset Kaya Mawa - Lounge and Bar Area
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