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Malawi – 9-day Luxury Bush & Beach Safari – Tailored Driven

9 days / 8 nights
Majete Wildlife Reserve • Liwonde National Park • Cape Maclear

Country

Malawi

Duration

9 days

Highlights

Majete Wildlife Reserve

Liwonde National Park

Cape Maclear

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Malawi – 9-day Luxury Bush & Beach Safari – Tailored Driven

From $4,450
Mkulumadzi
Pumulani Lodge
Mkulumadzi
Mkulumadzi
Majete Wildlife Reserve
Majete Wildlife Reserve

Includes

Airport transfers and interlodge road transfers
Charter flights from Liwonde to Club Makokola to Lilongwe
8 nights accommodation on fully inclusive basis
2 safari activities per day in Liwonde and Majete
Non-motorised water activities at Lake Malawi
Park Fees

Excludes

International flights
Premium brand drinks
Motorised watersports
Gratuities - we recommend US$ 10 per person/day per guide and for lodge staff
Entry visa
Travel insurance
Increase in government tax, park fees and forced fuel supplements

Itinerary

Majete Wildlife Reserve, Malawi

Located in southern Malawi, Majete Wildlife Reserve sprawls across 700 square kilometres of the Great African Rift Valley, where undulating terrain incorporates grassy plains, riverside groves, and forests of marula, acacia, and leadwood interspersed with palms and the occasional baobab tree. The park provides a sanctuary for a wide range of wildlife, including black rhino, elephant, antelope, and warthog, while the Shire River is home to large numbers of crocodiles and hippos. Be sure to visit the spectacular Matitu Falls, one of the reserve's scenic highlights. A remarkable conservation success story, Majete has seen more than 2,500 animals reintroduced since 2003, restoring healthy populations and once again making the reserve home to Africa's Big Five.
Majete Wildlife Reserve
Majete Wildlife Reserve
Majete Wildlife Reserve
Majete Wildlife Reserve
Majete Wildlife Reserve
Majete Wildlife Reserve
  • Mkulumadzi

    Day 1 - 3

    Mkulumadzi Lodge is an intimate safari retreat with just eight spacious chalets, each thoughtfully positioned to overlook the surrounding wilderness from a private viewing deck. Between game drives, guests can unwind beside the infinity pool, enjoy delicious meals in beautiful bush settings, or simply relax and take in the tranquillity of the Shire River.
    Mkulumadzi
    Mkulumadzi
    Mkulumadzi
    Mkulumadzi
    Mkulumadzi
    Mkulumadzi
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Day 1

Day Notes:

You will be met at Blantyre Airport and transferred to Mkulumadzi, where you will spend your first 2 nights on safari. When you arrive, you can go on your first afternoon game drive.

Transfer time: ~2 hours

  • Transfer from Chileka International Airport [BLZ] to Mkulumadzi

  • Check-in to Mkulumadzi

  • Shared Safari Activity

Day 2

Day Notes:

Safari activities include game drives and bush walks. The camp also has a photographic hide which can be visited any time of the day and there is a sleepout which can be rebooked for a special night under the stars.

  • Morning and afternoon shared safari activities

Liwonde National Park, Malawi

Liwonde National Park lies along the Shire River in southern Malawi. One of the country's premier safari destinations, it is celebrated for its abundant wildlife, scenic river landscapes and successful conservation initiatives. The park is home to large populations of elephants, hippos and crocodiles, while black rhinos, cheetahs and lions have been successfully reintroduced. Boat safaris offer close-up wildlife encounters, complemented by game drives through floodplains, mopane woodlands and open grasslands. Liwonde is also one of Malawi's leading birdwatching destinations, with more than 400 recorded species, and its palm-fringed riverbanks create striking scenery for photographers and nature lovers alike.
Liwonde National Park
Liwonde National Park
Liwonde National Park
Liwonde National Park
Liwonde National Park
Liwonde National Park
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  • Kuthengo Camp

    Day 3 - 6

    Nestled beneath a canopy of majestic fever trees and ancient baobabs, Kuthengo Camp enjoys an enviable setting on the edge of an open floodplain overlooking the Shire River in the heart of Liwonde National Park. With just five spacious safari tents, including a family suite, the camp offers an intimate and authentic safari experience, blending understated comfort with the sights and sounds of the African bush. Each en-suite tent features a deep bathtub, outdoor shower and private deck, where guests can relax as herds of waterbuck gather nearby in the soft evening light.
    Kuthengo Camp
    Kuthengo Camp
    Kuthengo Camp
    Kuthengo Camp
    Kuthengo Camp
    Kuthengo Camp
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Day 3

Day Notes:

After the morning safari activity and breakast at Mkulumadzi, you will be transferred to Liwonde for your next 3 nights on safari. After lunch at Kuthengo Camp, you will then be able to enjoy your first safari activity in the new destination.

Transfer time: ~4 1/2 hours

  • Shared Safari Activity

  • Check-out from Mkulumadzi

  • Transfer from Mkulumadzi to Kuthengo Camp

  • Check-in to Kuthengo Camp

  • Shared Safari Activity

Day 4 - 5

Day Notes:

Safari activities include game drives, boat cruises and bush walks.

  • Morning and afternoon shared safari activities

Cape Maclear, Malawi

Located on the southern shore of Lake Malawi at the tip of the Nankumba Peninsula, Cape Maclear is a little resort town surrounded by mountains and set within Lake Malawi National Park. This town features an array of beachside bars and local restaurants in a spectacularly scenic setting of golden sand beaches lapped by dazzling turquoise water. Cape Maclear is a Robinson-Crusoe paradise, making it a sought after tourist destination. Kayak over to the nearby Thumbi island and spot the majestic fish eagle, sail across the lake and catch a picturesque African sunset, or scuba dive into the crystal-clear depths of the lake, which boasts some of the best freshwater diving in the world. Other popular activities include: bird watching, windsurfing, hiking, swimming or shopping in the local craft markets as well as island tours and guided village walks.
Cape Maclear
Cape Maclear
Cape Maclear
Cape Maclear
Cape Maclear
Cape Maclear
  • Pumulani Lodge

    Day 6 - 9

    Pumulani is situated on the westside of the Nankumba Peninsula in the South end of Lake Malawi. The beauty of this lake is indescribable. The beautiful sparkling colours shimmering over the water, the clear blue skies and the panoramic vistas truly make you feel like you are in paradise. David Livingstone named Lake Malawi ‘Lake of Stars’ for good reason. According to experts this lake is home to more native fish species than any other lake in the world.
    Pumulani Lodge
    Pumulani Lodge
    Pumulani Lodge
    Pumulani Lodge
    Pumulani Lodge
    Pumulani Lodge
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Day 6

Day Notes:

After your last morning game drive and breakfast in Liwonde, you will take a flight to Club Makokola. From Makokola Airport, you will be transferred to Cape Maclear in Lake Malawi.  When you arrive at Lake Malawi, you can simply relax.

Transfer time: ~1 hour

  • Shared Game Drive

  • Check-out from Kuthengo Camp

  • Transfer from Kuthengo Camp to Liwonde National Park Airstrip

  • Charter Flight from Liwonde National Park Airstrip to Makokola Airport {CMK]

  • Transfer from Makokola Airport {CMK] to Pumulani Lodge

  • Check-in to Pumulani Lodge

Day 7 - 8

Day Notes:

Lake Malawi is both a great place to relax and have fun. The clear blue waters of the lake and the sandy beaches are enchanting. A number of non-motorised watersports are included in your stay, such as sailing, snorkelling and kayaking. Additional  motorised watersports are available, like water-skiing and tubing

  • Relax and enjoy Lake Malawi

Day 9

  • Check-out from Pumulani Lodge

  • Transfer from Pumulani Lodge to Makokola Airport {CMK]

  • Charter Flight from Makokola Airport {CMK] to Lilongwe International Airport [LLW]

End of Itinerary

Destinations

Majete Wildlife Reserve
Malawi
Day 1-2

Majete Wildlife Reserve

Located in southern Malawi, Majete Wildlife Reserve sprawls across 700 square kilometres of the Great African Rift Valley, where undulating terrain incorporates grassy plains, riverside groves, and forests of marula, acacia, and leadwood interspersed with palms and the occasional baobab tree.
Liwonde National Park
Malawi
Day 3-4

Liwonde National Park

Liwonde National Park lies along the Shire River in southern Malawi.
Cape Maclear
Malawi
Day 6-7

Cape Maclear

Located on the southern shore of Lake Malawi at the tip of the Nankumba Peninsula, Cape Maclear is a little resort town surrounded by mountains and set within Lake Malawi National Park.

Accommodations

Mkulumadzi
Majete Wildlife Reserve
Day 1-3

Mkulumadzi

Mkulumadzi Lodge is an intimate safari retreat with just eight spacious chalets, each thoughtfully positioned to overlook the surrounding wilderness from a private viewing deck.
Kuthengo Camp
Liwonde National Park
Day 3-6

Kuthengo Camp

Nestled beneath a canopy of majestic fever trees and ancient baobabs, Kuthengo Camp enjoys an enviable setting on the edge of an open floodplain overlooking the Shire River in the heart of Liwonde National Park.
Pumulani Lodge
Cape Maclear
Day 6-9

Pumulani Lodge

Pumulani is situated on the westside of the Nankumba Peninsula in the South end of Lake Malawi.

10% LONG-STAY DISCOUNT OFFER INCLUDED IN ALL RATES

LAST MINUTE SAFARI SPECIAL AVAILABLE IF A BOOKING IS MADE WITHIN 30 DAYS OF TRAVEL

1 January - 21 May & November - December 2026

  • Per person sharing: US$ 3,840
  • NO SINGLE SUPPLEMENT* 
  • Per child sharing with 2 adults, age 7 - 11 years**: US$ 2,155
  • Per child sharing with 2 adults, age 12 - 16 years**: US$ 2,875
  • Supplement for Lake View Villa at Pumulani: US$ 150

22 May - June & October 2026

  • Per person sharing: US$ 4,120
  • NO SINGLE SUPPLEMENT*
  • Per child sharing with 2 adults, age 7 - 11 years**: US$ 2,280
  • Per child sharing with 2 adults, age 12 - 16 years**: US$ 3,060
  • Supplement for Lake View Villa at Pumulani: US$ 150

July - September 2026

  • Per person sharing: US$ 4,865
  • NO SINGLE SUPPLEMENT*
  • Per child sharing with 2 adults, age 7 - 11 years**: US$ 2,615
  • Per child sharing with 2 adults, age 12 - 16 years**: US$ 3,540
  • Supplement for Lake View Villa at Pumulani: US$ 150

*No Supplement for the first 3 Singles travelling together. Thereafter Single Traveller Supplement applies.

**Families travelling with two children under 16 get free accommodation for the youngest child.

Malawi – 3-day Majete Safari at Thawale Lodge

Great experience. Everything went exactly as planned. Amazing service and a competitive price.
This is a special place. Amazing helpful staff, stunning location, great food.

Rob Butchart
Amazing Experience! Thank you!