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Zambia and Malawi – 13-day Land & Water Safari – Private fly-in

13 days / 12 nights
Lower Zambezi • South Luangwa National Park • Cape Maclear

Country

Zambia, Malawi

Duration

13 days

Highlights

Lower Zambezi

South Luangwa National Park

Cape Maclear

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Zambia and Malawi – 13-day Land & Water Safari – Private fly-in

From $7,885
Pumulani Lodge
Tena Tena
Dulini Anabezi
South Luangwa National Park
Dulini Anabezi
Dulini Anabezi

Includes

Light aircraft flights Lower Zambezi - South Luangwa - Cape Maclear - including 15kg hold and 5 kg hand luggage all in soft bags
Airstrip, airport and road transfers
12 nights accommodation on an all-inclusive basis
2 daily, shared safari activities in Zambia 
All activities (except motorised watersports) in Malawi
Snorkeling excursion in Malawi
Park fees

Excludes

Flights and transfers not mentioned
Premium drinks and drinks not mentioned
Activities not mentioned
Gratuities - we recommend US$ 10 per person/day per guide and for lodge staff
Entry visa
Travel insurance
Increase in government tax and park fees

Itinerary

Lower Zambezi, Zambia

Located on the Zimbabwean border in the southern reaches of Zambia, the Lower Zambezi region is best known as the home to the Lower Zambezi National Park which features exceptional, undeveloped wildlife areas. It is renowned for its abundant game - hippos, buffalo, crocodiles, fish eagles, and herds of elephants can be spotted, among other species. The landscape is characterised by rugged, unspoilt wilderness of vast floodplains, scattered with indigenous woodlands. Visitors can look forward to an array of wonderful activities along the Zambezi including game drives, walking safaris, canoe trips, and excellent tiger fishing.
Lower Zambezi
Lower Zambezi
Lower Zambezi
Lower Zambezi
Lower Zambezi
Lower Zambezi
  • Dulini Anabezi

    Day 1 - 5

    Explore pristine and untouched wilderness in one of Africa’s most remote safari destinations. Dulini Anabezi sits on the banks of the Zambezi River in a secluded corner in the eastern area of Lower Zambezi National Park. Far from the majority of other camps, Dulini Anabezi is surrounded by the iconic Winterthorn forest, renowned by safari experts, professional photographers, and documentary film crews. Watch elephants roam the floodplain and bathe in the Zambezi River while relaxing in your private plunge pool from one of our 12 luxury tents. Each tent is your own personal retreat, built on elevated wooden decks and optimized for game viewing. Dulini Anabezi provides the opportunity to discover this unusual landscape and its abundance of wildlife through a variety of activities by land or water, offering day and night game drives, walking safaris, canoeing, water safari, catch-and-release fishing and spectacular birding. Or, if you’re looking to slow down and relax, pamper yourself with one of our in-room spa treatments.
    Dulini Anabezi
    Dulini Anabezi
    Dulini Anabezi
    Dulini Anabezi
    Dulini Anabezi
    Dulini Anabezi
    +20

Day 1

Day Notes:

Upon landing at the Lusaka Airport, you will catch your light aircraft flight to the local airstrip in Lower Zambezi, where you will be met and transferred to Anabezi Camp for 4 nights on safari. Once you have checked in, you will enjoy your first shared afternoon game drive.  

  • Charter Flight from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport [LUN] to Jeki Airstrip

  • Transfer from Jeki Airstrip to Dulini Anabezi

  • Check-in to Dulini Anabezi

  • Shared afternoon game drive

Day 2 - 4

Day Notes:

Activities included at Anabezi Camp are the following:

  • Morning and afternoon game drives
  • Walking safaris
  • Canoeing
  • Boat trips

  • Shared morning and afternoon safari activities

South Luangwa National Park, Zambia

Bordering the Luangwa River, the northern and southern Luangwa National Parks contain some of the most breathtaking and untouched wilderness in Africa. As a result of this and the parks’ successful anti-poaching campaigns, the area has developed into a world-renowned wildlife haven. The South Luangwa National Park is renowned for its walking safari, which allows visitors to view elephant, hippo and even lion close-up under the supervision of professional and knowledgeable armed guides.
South Luangwa National Park
South Luangwa National Park
South Luangwa National Park
South Luangwa National Park
South Luangwa National Park
South Luangwa National Park
  • Tena Tena

    Day 5 - 9

    The South Luangwa National Park marks the end of the Great Rift Valley, one of the last remaining unspoilt wilderness areas and possibly the finest wildlife sanctuary in Africa - a claim which is not an overstatement.
    Tena Tena
    Tena Tena
    Tena Tena
    Tena Tena
    Tena Tena
    Tena Tena
    +43

Day 5

Day Notes:

After a shared morning game drive, time permitting, and breakfast, you will be transferred back to the local airstrip to catch your flight to Mfuwe, South Luangwa. The flight is on average one hour. At Mfuwe Airport, a guide from the lodge will meet you for a game drive en-route to Tena Tena, in the Nsefu Sector of the South Luangwa. 

  • Shared morning game drive (time permitting)

  • Check-out from Dulini Anabezi

  • Transfer from Dulini Anabezi to Jeki Airstrip

  • Charter Flight from Jeki Airstrip to Mfuwe Airport [MFU]

  • Transfer from Mfuwe Airport [MFU] to Tena Tena

  • Shared afternoon game drive en-route

  • Check-in to Tena Tena

Day 6 - 8

Day Notes:

Included activities at Tena Tena Lodge are the following:

  • Shared morning and afternoon game drives
  • Walking safaris

  • Shared morning and afternoon 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 9 - 13

    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
    +55

Day 9

Day Notes:

After a morning game drive, time permitting, and breakfast, you will be transferred back to Mfuwe Airport for your flight to Lilongwe. Upon arrival at Lilongwe Airport, a representative of Robin Pope Safaris will be waiting for you. You will then be transferred to Pumulani Lodge.. Enjoy the stunning setting of the lodge and the unique comfort of the rooms, and choose to relax or set off on one of the many activities available to keep guests busy.

  • Shared morning game drive (time permitting)

  • Check-out from Tena Tena

  • Transfer from Tena Tena to Mfuwe Airport [MFU]

  • Charter Flight from Mfuwe Airport [MFU] to Lilongwe International Airport [LLW]

  • Transfer from Lilongwe International Airport [LLW] to Pumulani Lodge

  • Check-in to Pumulani Lodge

  • Shared afternoon nature activity

Day 10 - 12

Day Notes:

Included activities at Pumulani Lodge are the following:

  • Fishing
  • Sailing
  • Nature walks
  • Sunset cruises
  • Kayaking
  • Snorkeling excursion

  • Shared morning and afternoon activities

Day 13

  • Check-out from Pumulani Lodge

  • Transfer from Pumulani Lodge to Lilongwe International Airport [LLW]

End of Itinerary

Destinations

Lower Zambezi
Zambia
Day 1-2

Lower Zambezi

Located on the Zimbabwean border in the southern reaches of Zambia, the Lower Zambezi region is best known as the home to the Lower Zambezi National Park which features exceptional, undeveloped wildlife areas.
South Luangwa National Park
Zambia
Day 5-6

South Luangwa National Park

Bordering the Luangwa River, the northern and southern Luangwa National Parks contain some of the most breathtaking and untouched wilderness in Africa.
Cape Maclear
Malawi
Day 9-10

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

Dulini Anabezi
Lower Zambezi
Day 1-5

Dulini Anabezi

Explore pristine and untouched wilderness in one of Africa’s most remote safari destinations.
Tena Tena
South Luangwa National Park
Day 5-9

Tena Tena

The South Luangwa National Park marks the end of the Great Rift Valley, one of the last remaining unspoilt wilderness areas and possibly the finest wildlife sanctuary in Africa - a claim which is not an overstatement..
Pumulani Lodge
Cape Maclear
Day 9-13

Pumulani Lodge

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

July - September 2025 & 2026

  • Per person sharing: US$ 11,630
  • NO SINGLE SUPPLEMENT*

October 2025 & 2026 & 22 May - June 2026

  • Per person sharing: US$ 10,405
  • NO SINGLE SUPPLEMENT*

November - December 2025 & 2026 & January - 21 May 2026 - 4 NIGHTS AT NSEFU INSTEAD OF TENA TENA

  • Per person sharing: US$ 7,885
  • NO SINGLE SUPPLEMENT*

 

*4 or more single bookings will be charged a supplement surcharge for accommodation

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