Malawi Southern Sailing Safari

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Rates Information

The Above Rates should be used as a guideline only.

All rates are subject to availability
Rates may vary according to season
Lodging may change depending on your budget
All rates may change without notice
Single supplement may apply

Safari Information

Departure; Scheduled and tailor-made departure dates
Duration; 6 Days / 5 Nights
Lodging; 38 foot catamaran
Group Size; Minimum 2
Note: Travel insurance is compulsory for all safaris

Safari Itinerary

The 38 foot Maxim catamaran, 10 berths "Mufasa" is the only live aboard catamaran on Lake Malawi, spend your day's scuba diving, snorkelling, waterskiing, sailing on Hobie-Cats, mountain biking, nature walks, swimming, or just relaxing.

Day 1: Danforth lodge

- Road transfer from Lilongwe to Senga Bay
The yacht will be anchored in a sheltered bay at Senga Bay awaiting guests arrival
Set sail across to Cape Maclear
Enjoy a light meal, drinks and snacks on board
Overnight at Danforth Yachting luxury lodge

Day 2: Danforth lodge

Spend the day at Danforth Yachting lodge enjoying the variety of water sports and activities
Go scuba diving, snorkelling, waterskiing, sailing on Hobie-Cats, mountain biking, take a nature walk, swim, or just rest and relax
Dinner and overnight at Danforth Yachting lodge

Day 3: Monkey Bay

After breakfast, load the yacht ready for 3 nights on board
Sail south from Cape Maclear to Monkey Bay, stopping in at Monkey Bay Harbour to see the vessels, both old and new
Sail on further south past Nkudzi bay
Stop off for a drink at one of the local lodges
Overnight at anchor on board the yacht "Mufasa"

Day 4: Boadzulu Island

Early morning coffee and rusks followed by a refreshing swim and hot water shower on the yacht
After breakfast, head on to Boadzulu Island for snorkelling and swimming
Sail around the island and on to the area around Mpandi Island which is a marshy wetland
Look out for pelicans on the lake and hippo in the swampy areas
Spend the day enjoying beautiful scenery whilst sailing
Have a barbeque on the back of the yacht at anchor in a secluded bay
Overnight on board the yacht "Mufasa"

Day 5: Marelli Islands

Go on shore for a walk and to stretch legs
Cool off with a swim followed by a hearty breakfast
Set sail again, via Chirombo Bay
Try your hand at some fishing
Stop off for scuba diving or snorkeling at Mzinzi Bay, crystal clear waters and an abundance of brightly coloured tropical fish endemic to Lake Malawi
Sail on past Monkey Bay and head towards the Marelli Islands
Overnight at anchor on board the yacht

Day 6: Safari Ends

A short sail from Marelli Islands to Senga Bay
Breakfast on board
After breakfast, road transfer from Senga Bay to Lilongwe for onward travel plans