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Malawi Uncovered

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Lilongwe, Malawi → Lilongwe, Malawi

Country: Malawi
Start: Lilongwe, Malawi
End: Lilongwe, Malawi
Date: Flexible
Duration: 15 days
Theme: Active, Luxury, Wildlife
Physical rating: Moderate
Meals: 15 breakfasts, 12 lunches, 14 dinners
Transport: Private vehicle, 4WD, motorboat, wooden boat, sailboat, kayak, walking
Price: On Request

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Trip Highlights

Explore Malawi's oldest tea estate and learn about tea production from field to cup.
Sample white, green, black, oolong, and speciality teas during guided tastings.
Hike to Dziwe La Nkhalamba (Old Man's Pool) in the Mulanje Mountains.
Discover Mulanje Forest Reserve, home to the endangered Mulanje Cypress.
Track wildlife in Majete Wildlife Reserve, one of Africa's leading conservation success stories.
Search for elephant, black rhino, hippo, crocodile, and antelope in Majete.
Walk through Zomba, the capital of British Central Africa and Nyasaland until 1975.
Hike to William's Falls, Emperor's View, and Queen's View on Zomba Plateau.
Visit local communities and gain insight into everyday Malawian life.
Cruise the Shire River in Liwonde National Park.
Spot hippos, elephants, crocodiles, and Pel's fishing owl in Liwonde.
Experience day and night game drives in Liwonde National Park.
Stay on Domwe Island, the largest uninhabited island in Lake Malawi.
Snorkel and kayak among Lake Malawi's endemic cichlid fish.
Relax on remote Mumbo Island within Lake Malawi National Park.
Explore the UNESCO-listed Lake Malawi National Park.
Discover Nankoma Island and the Marelli Island Archipelago.
Enjoy opportunities for diving, kayaking, snorkelling, birdwatching, and island walks.

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Itinerary

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Inclusions

Accommodation throughout the tour
Meals as specified in the itinerary
Private transport for all scheduled transfers and sightseeing
English-speaking guide
Tea tasting experience at Satemwa Tea Estate
Scheduled activities and excursions as outlined in the itinerary
Game drives and boat safaris included in the itinerary
Park entrance fees, conservation fees, and tourism taxes
Island transfers to and from Domwe, Mumbo, and Nankoma Islands

Exclusions

International and domestic flights, including airport taxes and fees
Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages unless specifically stated
Meals not specified in the itinerary
Optional activities and excursions
Additional transport not listed in the itinerary
Travel insurance
Personal expenses, including laundry, telephone calls, souvenirs, and gratuities
Visa fees, where applicable
Any item not specifically listed as included

Will This Trip Suit You?

Want a combination of wildlife, culture, mountains, tea estates, and lake experiences.
Enjoy nature-based travel rather than large cities.
Appreciate boutique lodges and remote island stays.
Interested in conservation and wildlife recovery projects.
Like soft adventure activities such as hiking, kayaking, snorkelling, and boat safaris.
Want to experience several regions of Malawi in one journey.
Enjoy birdwatching and photography.
Prefer luxury city hotels and urban attractions.
Dislike long overland travel days.
Have mobility limitations that make uneven terrain or boat boarding difficult.
Prefer a fast-paced itinerary with constant sightseeing.
Uncomfortable staying in remote wilderness or island locations.
Do not enjoy wildlife-focused travel.

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Malawi Uncovered

Trip Highlights

Itinerary

Day 1: Blantyre & Satemwa Tea Estate

Day 2: Satemwa Tea Estate

Day 3: Satemwa Tea Estate & Mount Mulanje

Day 4: Satemwa Tea Estate & Majete Wildlife Reserve

Day 5: Majete Wildlife Reserve

Day 6: Zomba

Day 7: Zomba Plateau

Day 8: Liwonde National Park

Day 9: Liwonde National Park

Day 10: Domwe Island

Day 11: Mumbo Island

Day 12: Mumbo Island

Day 13: Nankoma Island

Day 14: Nankoma Island

Day 15: Departure

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Inclusions

Exclusions

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