Enjoy the stunning diversity of Malawi’s highlands, the hills, valleys and rocky peaks of Viphya Plateau and the unique Vwaza Marsh Game Reserve populated with elephants, zebra, hartebeest, impala and puku. Experience the breathtaking Nyika Plateau and discover its wide open plains and rolling hills. Descending to the Lake Shore we then visit the bustling harbour of Nhkata Bay. This friendly and welcoming small fishing town offers a colourful contrast to the Malawi you have already seen. Following the Lake Shore south we end our Safari relaxing on the beautiful tropical white sandy beaches of Chinteche or enjoy a variety of activities available along the lakeshore.
Tour Itinerary
Day 1: Drive to the Viphya Plateau and enjoy stunning views of the highlands. Staying at Luwawa Forest Lodge you can ride mountainbikes or hike through the forest trails and watch the spectacular array of birds in the beautiful gardens.
Day 2: Leaving Viphya behind we continue on to the Vwaza Marsh Game Reserve. Camping in the thick African Bush we spend a free afternoon in the heart of this fascinating game reserve.
Day 3: Start the day with an early morning game walk through miombo, mopane and acacia woodland. Then after a late breakfast we drive to Nyika plateau, Malawi’s oldest and largest game park. After setting up camp at the breathtaking Chelinda Campsite we have a free afternoon to explore the fascinating landscape during a game drive, game walk or night drive.
Day 4: Spend the whole day exploring or soaking up the atmosphere of the beautiful open plains on the Nyika Plateau. Horse safaris are extremely popular for both beginners and experts as this enables you to come closer to the wildlife, especially the antelopes and zebras.
Day 5: After an early morning departure we leave the plateau and drive towards the lakeshore stopping for lunch in Mzuzu, the ‘Capital of the North’. Continuing on to Chinteche via Nhkata Bay we stay on the beach of Africa’s third largest lake - Lake Malawi.
Day 6: We spend our last night relaxing in the idyllic setting of the beach side campsite. Spend the day enjoying a variety of activities from horse riding to visiting the local village or discover the lake scuba diving, snorkelling, and sailing or through many of the other water sports available.
Day 7: After a final morning relaxing on the beach we drive back to Lilongwe arriving in the late afternoon.
Notes:
Airfare is not included in the tour price.
Included:
- Transport in comfortable safari vehicles
- Dedicated crew including an experienced driver/guide and cook
- Accommodation in spacious tents supplied with mattresses (based on two people sharing)
- Three meals per day
- Games drives operated by Kiboko
- All National Park and Game Reserve entrance fees
Not Included:
- Mountain bikes hire at Luwawa
- Game walk at Vwaza Marsh Game Reserve
- Night Drives and Horse Safaris at Nyika
- Water sports at the lakeshore
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