Welcome to Malawi! Upon arrival at the Lilongwe International Airport, you will meet your Malawian Style guide. After greetings we will start driving to Senga Bay – Salima for your boat transfer to Nankoma Island. Your accommodation will be at the Blue Zebra Lodge in their luxury safari tents (en-suites).

The lodge offers 8 exclusive tented en-suite chalets, each overlooking the lake with crystal clear waters. The chalets are set in an unspoiled environment and guests are surrounded by nature and luxury. Guests are free to chill at the infinity pool, kayak around the islands or enjoy a game of volleyball as part of the full board package. The lodge also offers free use of snorkelling equipment to view the unique colourful fish that give the lodge its name and that inhabit every inch of the coastline.

After breakfast, we will start driving to Mulanje, Mulanje.

The hike is a slow but challenging 5-hour walk with several stunning waterfalls and rock pools along the way.
While hiking Mount Mulanje you will enjoy the beautiful surroundings and stunning views with time to swim in waterfalls and rock pools en route.

Enjoy your last morning on Mulanje. After breakfast, we will depart from the mountain and head towards the beautiful Zomba Plateau. We will drive straight to the Zomba Forest Lodge in the stunning location of Zomba Plateau, and will arrive in time for a late lunch.

This is an inviting, charming lodge with 4 rooms (2 twins and 2 doubles, all en-suite) boasting a colourful and lush garden to explore; a real treat to walk around and bird watch.

Zomba Forest Lodge is a fantastic location, just a few minutes away from the stables so saddle up and go for a horse riding trail on the breathtaking Zomba Plateau, you won’t regret it!

It is now time to drive to Liwonde National Park. You will spend the next two nights at Mvuu Camp situated right inside the national park.

Mvuu Camp overlooks a broad stretch of the Shire River (pronounced ‘Shiree’), with a profusion of hippos, crocodiles and the amazing birdlife of the Liwonde National Park. An impressive thatched dining and lounge area is situated nearby, offering a magnificent vista of the Shire River. Dinners are sometimes held under the stars in a specially constructed boma. Activities at Mvuu Camp revolve around boating trips on the Shire River and game drives (morning and afternoon/evening). If you are curious to the hidden spots of Liwonde National Park, go for a nature walk or a bike ride to discover the surroundings and get surprised by the unknown places of this park.

After breakfast, it is now time to drive to your next piece of paradise on Lake Malawi. Arriving at Cape Maclear you will drive straight to Kayak Africa reception before at 10:30 am, from there you will either kayak out or boat ride to Domwe Island which is a 45 minutes trip.

Domwe Island is the largest unpopulated island in Lake Malawi, with a circumference of 11km and at its highest point, 400m above lake level. Domwe Island Adventure Camp is basic yet exclusive. It lies behind a small beach on the island’s west side. From solar lighting to dry compost toilets Domwe aims to be as eco-friendly as possible, so during your stay here you will be living authentically alongside nature.

All good things must come to an end and today after breakfast you will be transferred by boat to Cape Maclear – mainland. You will meet your Malawian Style guide and will then start driving back to Lilongwe International Airport for your flight back home.

End of Tour.

If you would like to book or tailor this tour, or you simply want to know more, please email info@malawianstyle.com or fill the contact us form and one of our team will get back to you promptly.

Duration
11 nights

Country
Malawi

Welcome to Malawi! Upon arrival at Lilongwe International Airport, you will meet your Malawian Style guide. After greetings, we will start driving to Senga Bay – Salima for your boat transfer to Nankoma Island. Your accommodation will be at the Blue Zebra Island Lodge in their luxury safari tents.

Early morning breakfast; prepare to have a boat transfer to Senga Bay, upon arrival in Senga Bay you will be met by your Malawian Style guide and the journey to Mulanje begins where you will be staying at Lujeri Lodge.

You planned hike here is a slow but challenging 5 hours walk with several stunning waterfalls and rock pools to enjoy along the way.

Enjoy your last morning at the Lujeri Lodge. After breakfast, we will depart and head towards Zomba Plateau. Estimated time of arrival in Zomba is around lunchtime and we will drive straight to the Zomba Forest Lodge.

This is an inviting, charming lodge with 4 rooms (2 twins and 2 doubles, all en-suite) boasting a colorful and lush garden to explore; a real treat to walk around and bird watch.

From the mountain, it is now time to drive to Mvuu Camp in Liwonde National Park. 

Mvuu Camp overlooks a broad stretch of the Shire River (pronounced Shiree), with a profusion of hippos, crocodiles and the amazing birdlife that call the Liwonde National Park, home. An impressive thatched dining and lounge area is situated nearby, offering a magnificent vista of the Shire River. Dinners are sometimes held under the stars in a specially constructed boma. Activities at Mvuu Camp revolve around boating trips and game drives (morning and afternoon/evening). Guided walking safaris and bike rides are also incredibly popular.

After breakfast, get ready now to drive to Cape Maclear to the Kayak Africa reception offices. At 10:30am your boat transfer will depart for the stunning Mumbo Island, which is approximately 45 minutes.

Mumbo Island is a tropical island on the expansive waters of Lake Malawi. With amazing underwater boulders, around 500 species of colorful cichlid fishes and placid, clear water, the national park offers what many consider the best freshwater snorkelling and scuba diving in the world.

All good things must come to an end and today after breakfast you will be transferred by boat to Cape Maclear – mainland. You will meet your Malawian Style guide and will then start driving back to Lilongwe International Airport for your flight back home.

If you would like to book or tailor this tour, or you simply want to know more, please email info@malawianstyle.com or fill the contact us form and one of our team will get back to you promptly.

Duration
11 nights

Country
Malawi

Welcome to Malawi! Upon arrival you will be transferred to the lake by your Malawian Style guide.

The lodge offers 8 exclusive tented en-suite chalets each overlooking the lake and its crystal-clear waters. The chalets are set in an unspoiled environment and guests are surrounded by nature and luxury. Guests are free to chill at the infinity pool, kayak around the islands or enjoy a game of volleyball as part of the full board package. The lodge also offers free use of snorkelling equipment to view the unique colourful fish that give the lodge its name and inhabit every inch of the coastline.

After relaxing at Blue Zebra, it is time to stay in Mt. Mulanje.

The hike is slow but challenging. A 5-hour walk with several stunning waterfalls and rock pools along the way. While hiking Mount Mulanje you will enjoy the beautiful surroundings and stunning views with time to swim in waterfalls and rock pools en-route.

Today you will leave the Mulanje district and head to the beautiful Zomba Plateau will begin. Your accommodation will be at the Sunbird Ku Chawe Hotel. Rising 1800 meter, Zomba is a beautiful location to go biking, horse riding or just relaxing and enjoying pleasant walks through the forest, beside streams or across open grassland. Due to the higher altitude, the plateau often feels pleasantly cool compared to other parts of the country. At Zomba Plateau, you will also have the chance to see many different birds.

From the stunning Plateau to your next destination; the wonderful Mvuu Lodge in the Liwonde National Park.

With a profusion of hippos, or ‘mvuu’ in the local language, crocodiles and amazing birdlife you can enjoy your time sitting watching the wildlife by the river, as well as joining in any of the many activities.
Activities offered include game viewing, river cruises, guided walking safaris, bird watching, star gazing and more.

The luxury safari tents overlook the lagoon giving you a constant stream of wildlife activity, the food is exceptional and the package includes sunset river cruises and early morning/afternoon game drives.

After breakfast, it is now time to drive to your next piece of paradise on Lake Malawi. Arriving at Cape Maclear you will drive straight to the Kayak Africa reception in time for your boat transfer at 10:30 am, from there you will either kayak out or boat ride to the stunning Mumbo Island a 45 minutes trip. Mumbo Island is a pristine tropical island floating on the expansive waters of the Lake Malawi National Park. With a maze of massive underwater boulders, innumerable species of colorful cichlid fish and calm, clear water, the national park offers what many consider the best freshwater snorkelling and scuba diving in the world.

All good things must come to an end and today after breakfast at Mumbo, your Malawian Style guide will drive you straight from Cape Maclear to Lilongwe International Airport for your flight home.

If you would like to book or tailor this tour, or you simply want to know more, please email info@malawianstyle.com or fill the contact us form and one of our team will get back to you promptly.

Duration
11 nights

Country
Malawi