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Malawi Big Five
SAFARI HIGHLIGHTS:
12 night itinerary to 5 top destinations in Malawi
Departure: Daily
Duration: 13 Days / 12 Nights
Price: From US$ 4 950.00 per person sharing
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DAY 1: MVUU LODGE
» Charter flight from Lilongwe to Mvuu Wilderness Lodge situated within the 580 km square Liwonde National Park
» This is Malawi's prime wildlife area. Experience a night game drive out in the bush
» Overnight at Mvuu lodge
DAY 2: MVUU LODGE
» At Mvuu
» Take a boat trip down the Shire river to view the herds of elephant and see the magnificent bird life
» Look for huge crocodiles, plenty of hippo, sable antelope, impala, reedbuck and more
» Cool off in the swimming pool at the lodge
» Overnight at Mvuu lodge
DAY 3: MONKEY BAY
» Road transfer from Mvuu to Club Makakola
» The yacht Mufasa will be moored outside the hotel awaiting your arrival
» Go on board the yacht and set sail via Chirombo Bay
» Stop off for a refreshing swim or snorkel at Mzinzi Bay, crystal clear waters and an abundance of bright fish
» Overnight at anchor on the yacht
DAY 4: DANFORTH LODGE
» Sail to Monkey Bay
» Stop in to view the vessels in the harbour
» Head through the Ilala gap to Cape Maclear. Arrive mid morning at Danforth Yachting luxury lodge in Cape Maclear
» Watersports, sailing and activities all available
» Overnight at Danforth Yachting lodge
DAYS 5,6: MUMBO ISLAND
» Transfer to Kayak Africa's camp on Mumbo island
» Kayak, snorkel, swim, relax
» Beautiful surroundings, comfortable accommodation in large, furnished safari tents on thatched wooden decks overlooking the lake
» Rustic yet luxurious
DAY 7: CHIOFU BAY
» The yacht Mufasa will collect you from Mumbo Island to start the journey sailing north
» Sail to Chiofu Bay on the eastern shores of Lake Malawi
» Enjoy a beach barbeque under the African stars
» Overnight on Mufasa at anchor in the bay
DAY 8: PALMEIROS
» Early morning walk at Chiofu Bay, passing by a small, traditional village
» Lovely views out over the lake
» After breakfast, set sail north on Mufasa
» Arrive at the area known as Palmeiros
» Lush palm trees line this interesting bay on the Mozambique coast of Lake Malawi
» Anchor down for the night on board Mufasa
DAY 9: KAYA MAWA - LIKOMA ISLAND
» Sail to Likoma Island
» Arrive at Kaya Mawa
» Fairy tale stone cottages in a romantic setting make this an island paradise
» Overnight at Kaya Mawa lodge
DAY 10: KAYA MAWA - LIKOMA ISLAND
» Explore Likoma Island
» Visit the cathedral and take a walk through the cobbled market square
» Swim, snorkel, walk, rest and relax
» Overnight at Kaya Mawa Lodge
DAYS 11,12: NYIKA - CHELINDA LODGE
» Charter flight from Likoma Island to Nyika Plateau
» Arrive at Chelinda Lodge
» Horse riding, mountain biking, game drives, walks, trout fishing
» Luxurious en-suite log cabins
» Enjoy the rolling planes and crisp mountain air
» Spend 2 nights at Chelinda Lodge
DAY 13: CHARTER FLIGHT NYIKA TO LILONGWE
» After breakfast, take a charter flight from Nyika to Lilongwe for onward travel plans
The above Malawi Big Five rates are inclusive of: -
» 12 nights accommodation and all meals
» Yacht charter
» Airport transfers
» Charter flights LLW to Mvuu, Likoma to Nyika and Nyika to Lilongwe
» Use of snorkelling and fishing equipment
» Watersports at Danforth lodge
» Park fees and game activities
Excludes
» Bottled cooldrinks, beer, wine and spirits
» Visa fees if applicable
» Scuba diving
» Motorized watersports at lodges other than Danforth Yachting
» Horse riding at Nyika
» Booking Conditions
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