Safari Highlights - An adventure trip to the North and central Malawi and finishing with superb game viewing in Africa's premier park, the Luangwa Valley

Departure: Daily
Duration: 15 Days / 14 Nights
Pricing; From US$2 365.00 per person sharing

DAY 1: LILONGWE
» Arrive in Lilongwe and we collect you from the airport and transfer you to Korean Garden Lodge in Lilongwe
» Overnight Bed and Breakfast Basis

DAY 2: VWAZA MARSH
» Depart Lilongwe after breakfast and head Northwards along the M1 via Kasungu, Viphya Plateau, Mzuzu to Vwaza Marsh
» On arrival check into rustic chalets and the afternoon is spent on a short walk along lake Kazuni's shoreline
» Excellent bird life and hippo sightings are guaranteed
» Overnight Kazuni Camp Full Board Basis

DAY 3: NYIKA NATIONAL PARK
» After a light snack we go on a 3 hr game walk, returning for a superb early lunch
» Following this we pack up and continue to Nyika National Park
» From the entrance of Nyika, we drive for 3 hrs through the reserve to Chelinda Camp
» Game sightings are frequent along this route especially as you reach the higher plateau
» Overnight Chelinda Camp in chalets overlooking the dam Full Board Basis

DAY 4: NYIKA NATIONAL PARK
» Morning game drive and walk is offered returning to the chalets for lunch
» In the afternoon there is an option to go horse riding or a night safari is offered
» Return to the Chalet for dinner
» Overnight Chelinda Camp chalets Full Board Basis

DAY 5: MAKUZI BEACH
» A leisurely breakfast, then depart back to Mzuzu and continue down into the rift valley to Chinteche
» Drive through the rubber plantations and arrival time at Makuzi Beach is early afternoon
» The rest of the day is spent exploring this beautiful part of the coast - walking, meeting villages or simply relaxing on the pure white sands
» Overnight Makuzi Beach Lodge Dinner, bed and breakfast basis

DAY 6: MAKUZI BEACH
» A day at leisure on the beach and surrounding area
» Optional boat trip to a nearby Island
» Of interest nearby is Old Bandawe which was the temporary home of the Livingstonia mission as the early missionaries were searching for a suitable site
» Overnight Makuzi Beach Lodge Dinner, bed and breakfast basis

DAY 7: LIWONDE NATIONAL PARK
» Continue along the lakeshore southwards and drive to Liwonde National Park
» Once entering the park we have a 1hr game drive to the camp
» Overnight Mvuu tented camp
» Full Board Basis

DAY 8: LIWONDE NATIONAL PARK
» Morning and afternoon game drives are undertaken
» There is an option to go on a boat safari or night drive
» Overnight Mvuu tented camp
» Full Board Basis

DAY 9: ZOMBA
» Game drive out of Liwonde after breakfast and continue to Zomba
» After visiting Zomba market, we drive up the plateau to Zomba Forest Lodge ETA around lunchtime
» After lunch, we do a forest walk from the lodge
» Return for evening dinner and overnight in the comfortable Zomba Forest Lodge
» Full Board Basis

DAY 10: ZOMBA
» Early morning walk up to the peak (3hrs) from where the vehicle collects you and continue with a tour of the plateau visiting various viewpoints and areas of interest
» Return to the lodge for lunch
» Afternoon at leisure or another walk
» Overnight Zomba Forest Lodge Full Board Basis

DAY 11: LILONGWE
» Morning at leisure then depart to Lilongwe
» Our route takes us via Dedza Pottery shop to arrive in Lilongwe late afternoon
» Overnight Korean Garden Lodge
» Bed and breakfast basis

DAY 12: LUANGWA VALLEY
» Breakfast then transfer to a scheduled Luangwa Valley safari, which departs Lilongwe at 09H00
» Continue to Mchinji
» 1 & 1/2 hr drive Here we complete immigration formalities and continue to Mwami - (the Zambian border)
» From the border it is a short drive to Chipata - Zambia's capital of the Eastern Province
» Proceed on a dirt road to Luangwa Valley - Mfuwe sector
» A picnic lunch is enjoyed en route and ETA at the Lodge is 2.30pm
» On arrival we check into our chalets followed by tea and coffee
» A gentle walk along the Luangwa River is available for those that wish
» Full Board Basis

DAY 13: LUANGWA VALLEY
» Tea, coffee and a light snack follow an early morning wake up call
» Our aim is to be on our first game drive by 6.15 am
» All game drives are undertaken in specially modified safari vehicles, to optimize your pleasure and experience
» Drinks and snacks are taken along for your enjoyment whilst in the park
» Depending on game sightings, we return to the lodge at 11 for a scrumptious "brunch"
» An afternoon rest then we again head out for our afternoon / night drive at around 16:00 - returning to the lodge at 18:00
» Full Board Basis

DAY 14: LUANGWA VALLEY
» Tea, coffee and a light snack follow an early morning wake up call
» Our aim is to again depart as early as possible
» Drinks and snacks are taken with for your enjoyment whilst in the park
» Depending on game sightings, we return to the lodge at 11 for a delicious "brunch"
» An afternoon rest, swim or visit to one of the local craft stores is followed by tea, coffee and biscuits
» We again head out for our afternoon drive at 16:00 and return to the lodge at about 1800
» Full Board Basis

DAY 15: END OF SAFARI
» After a more leisurely start to the morning and a full breakfast, we pack up and depart back to Lilongwe
» Departure time is 09:00
» A picnic lunch is eaten en route and ETA in the city is 15:00
» A free drop off service is offered in Lilongwe
» Breakfast & Lunch

The above Malawi and Zambia Explorer rates are inclusive of: -

» All transport Lilongwe return
» All indicated accommodation
» Meals as indicated
» Game drives
» Game walks
» Park entrance fees IN Malawi ONLY
» Services of guide

Excludes
» Drinks
» Visa fees (if applicable)
» Meals as indicated
» Horse riding
» Night drives on Nyika & Liwonde
» Boat trips & walking safaris in Liwonde
» Airport Departure tax
» Luangwa game park fees