DAY 1: ARRIVE BLANTYRE – MAJETE RESERVE
On arrival at Chileka International airport, you will be met and taken by road to Majete Wildlife Reserve. 3 nights at MKULUMADZI in a Bush Chalet (B, L, D)
DAYS 2 – 3: MAJETE WILDLIFE RESERVE
Majete Wildlife Reserve is the only Big 5 reserve in Malawi. You will have two days to explore this rehabilitated reserve, where anti-poaching efforts have revitalised the once devastated eco-system. At Mkulumadzi you will be able to enjoy the wildlife from their private chalet balcony and watch the evening flow of animals come to the waterhole as you are having a sundowner. (B, L, D)
DAY 4: MAJETE RESERVE – ZOMBA PLATEAU
Today you will transferred by road to the Zomba Plateau, a sweeping landscape of lush forests overlooking vast grasslands. Upon arrival you will check into KEFI HOTEL CAFÉ for your overnight accommodation. If time permits, you will be able to explore the waterfalls or enjoy a less strenuous but beautiful hike through the forests. (B, L, D)
DAYS 5 – 7: ZOMBA PLATEAU – LIWONDE NP
This morning you will be transferred to MVUU CAMP, in Liwonde National Park, for your 3 night stay. The camp is situated on the banks of the Shire River, and is in an ideal location for exploring the park. Liwonde National Park is known for its cheetah, black rhino and bird populations. (B, L, D)
DAYS 8 –9: LIWONDE NATIONAL PARK – LAKE MALAWI
Today you will travel to Lake Malawi. You will be transported to the Makokola Lake Retreat strategically located along the stunning beaches of Southern Lake Malawi with beautiful views of the bird Island and Mozambiquan mountain ranges to the southeast. Two nights at the MAKOKOLA LAKE RETREAT to enjoy their activities (B, L, D).
DAY 10: LAKE MALAWI – LILONGWE
Today you will be transferred to Lilongwe, where you will check in to LATITUDE 13 for your overnight stay. This stylish hotel showcases modern art crafted from recycled materials like driftwood and glass. (B)
DAYS 11 – 13: LILONGWE – SOUTH LUANGWA NP
Today you will cross into Zambia and enter South Luangwa National Park. Check in to KAFUNTA RIVER LODGE, situated on the edge of Luangwa River, for your 3 night stay. (B, L, D)
DAYS 14 –15: SOUTH LUANGWA NATIONAL PARK
Today you will be transferred to THREE RIVERS CAMP for your 2 night stay, positioned at the confluence of the Luangwa, Kapamba, and Lusangazi Rivers. Here you will have the opportunity to explore more of the park. (B, L, D)
DAY 16: DEPART
After breakfast, you will be transferred to Mfuwe Airport, where you will board a flight to Lusaka for your onward flight. (B)