This safari explores the best of Zambia
and Malawi on a safari which can be customised for any duration. The itinerary
below works well with eight days. Two of the region's finest wildlife parks are
combined with the shores of Lake Malawi to offer a superb wildlife, scenic and
cultural experience in one of Africa's friendliest and least spoiled regions.
The combination of aerial viewing, open 4x4 vehicle game drives, foot safaris
and boating provides guests with an enriching and varied experience. This safari
has daily departures from Lilongwe airport for a minimum of two people. Accommodation
is in choice premium tented camps or hotels.
Days 1 to 3 : Luangwa Valley
On arrival at Lilongwe Airport, you will
transfer to your charter aircraft for the 50 minute flight westwards to the South
Luangwa national Park in Zambia. After landing at Mfuwe, you are driven to the
camp of your choice. Camps include Tena Tena, Tafika, Kaingo, Nkwali, Kapani or
Lion Camp.
The next three nights are spent enjoying
the wildlife of the Luangwa in open 4x4 safari vehicles by day and at night, as
well as on walking safaris. All the camps are between four and nine rooms - so
they offer personal service and flexibility. Wildlife highlights in the Luangwa
include all the big game - Elephants, Lion, Buffalo and in particular, Leopard.
Days 4 and 5 : Liwonde National Park
- Mvuu
We transfer back to Mfuwe for the charter
flight to Malawi, and then fly onto Liwonde National park, one of the most scenic
and diverse game parks around. The park straddles the Shire River, the main drainage
outlet for Lake Malawi. The attractive riverine forest, dominated by palm, is
home to some of the best wildlife in the region - huge Crocodiles, countless pods
of Hippo, Sable, Elephants and some of the best birding on he continent await
visitors to this park.
Accommodation for the next two nights is
at Mvuu Lodge - a 10 bedded, comfortable tented camp situated on the banks of
the Shire River. Activities centre on wonderful game viewing and birding by boat,
in open 4x4 vehicles, night drives and walks
Days 6 and 7 : Lake Malawi
From Mvuu we travel by road or by air to
the remote Chintheche Inn, situated on the shores of Lake Malawi. The lake here
is free of bilharzia and offers safe swimming in the clear waters of one of Africa's
largest fresh water lakes. These two nights offer a fascinating contrast to the
rest of the safari. Besides the beach and the water-sport activities, guests can
visit the neighbouring traditional villages and learn about and enjoy rural African
culture, traditions and village life.
Day 8 : Safari ends
After breakfast you are flown or driven
back to Lilongwe where your safari ends.
Rates and Departure Dates:
This depends on the time of year, the length
of safari and camps chosen. Please contact us for prices and
availability.
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