15 Day Malawi and Zambia Adventure Safari Tour

• Meet and greet at Lilongwe International Airport (OR option to fly in to Mfuwe Regional Airport in Zambia, where you will be met by our Chikunto Staff) with guided transfers to all stated lodges and drop off back at Lilongwe International Airport for your flight out
• Local & Non - premium drinks at Chikunto Safari Lodge
• Scheduled return boat transfer from Cape Maclear to Mumbo Island and from Senga Bay to Blue Zebra Island Lodge
• All meals as stated in the itinerary, at Wines and Wings Guest House it will be based on bed and breakfast so lunch and dinner will be extra
• All activities as stated:
• Cultural/village tour - on request, Visit local market and Tribal Textiles, two game viewing activities per day - game drives and walking safaris
• Mvuu Lodge: Game drives, boat and walking safaris
• Mumbo Island: Non-motorized watersport such as kayaking, snorkeling and swimming in Lake Malawi Blue Zebra Island Lodge: Non-motorized watersport such as kayaking, snorkeling and swimming in Lake Malawi
• Park fees at South Luangwa, Liwonde and Lake Malawi National Parks

• Drinks (Except at Chikunto local & non-premium drinks are included)
• Day tours
• Malawian Visa fees (USD75)
• Zambian visa fees (USD50)
• Any items of personal nature
• Any extra activities not mentioned such as motorized watersport in Lake Malawi
• Any airport taxes of any kind
• All International Flights
• Any internal flight from Lusaka to Mfuwe (Available on request if fly into or out of Lusaka)
• Tips and gratuities

DAY 1 - 2: WINES AND WINGS GUEST HOUSE | LILONGWE

In the heart of Area 12, 5-minute walk from The Four seasons centre, 15-minute walk from The Golden Peacock Shopping Centre. City Centre is about 20-minute walk, we are a few kilometres from Kumbali and have a supermarket 50 metres from the house. The house has 6 staff to help cook, clean and look after you. Our home is well furnished and comfortable, with a pool, lovely garden, good social areas, modern kitchen, fast Wi-Fi, DSTV and is a top spot.

DAY 2 - 7: CHIKUNTO SAFARI LODGE | SOUTH LUANGWA NATIONAL PARK

At Chikunto Safaris we are passionate about operating sustainably, minimising our ecological footprint and delivering a truly memorable experience for every one of our Guests.

Our planet is precious and the resources it provides are finite, which is why we choose to operate by solar power; recycle and minimise our water usage; reduce and recycle waste; use eco-friendly cleaning products and avoid the use of chlorine in our magnificent salt-water counter-current Swimming Pool.

We are closely entwined with our local community, with a number of our Staff Members being retrained and staying on after our initial construction – becoming valuable members of the Chikunto Family. We buy from local suppliers and support several community programmes.

DAY 7 -8: WINES AND WINGS GUEST HOUSE | LILONGWE

In the heart of Area 12, 5-minute walk from The Four seasons centre, 15-minute walk from The Golden Peacock Shopping Centre. City Centre is about 20-minute walk, we are a few kilometres from Kumbali and have a supermarket 50 metres from the house. The house has 6 staff to help cook, clean and look after you. Our home is well furnished and comfortable, with a pool, lovely garden, good social areas, modern kitchen, fast Wi-Fi, DSTV and is a top spot.

DAY 8 – 11: MVUU LODGE | LIWONDE NATIONAL PARK

Mvuu Lodge overlooks a tranquil lagoon just off the Shire River with the main lounge area set high above the water in an area of captivating variety and beauty. It has an extensive wildlife library and telescope to make the most of the exceptional bird and other life that moves around the river. Mvuu means “hippo” in Tonga and the name epitomises the large numbers of pods of these water-loving mammals that float in the river. In this lush and fertile area, an excellent diversity of animals can be seen.

Accommodation comprises eight luxury tents, one of which is a romantic honeymoon suite. Each tent has en-suite bathroom facilities and a deck built to look over the water. Lodge facilities include a dining room, pub, lounge area and a swimming pool.

Activities include boat safaris, nature walks, treks & trails birding, and traditional game drives by day and night. No visit to Mvuu is complete without a visit to one of the villages on its boundaries to experience authentic African village life.

DAY 11 – 13: MUMBO ISLAND CAMP | MUMBO ISLAND

Mumbo is a pristine island in Lake Malawi National Park which, with its crystal-clear waters and innumerable species of cichlid fish, offers some of the best freshwater scuba diving in the world and the best snorkelling on the Lake.

The island lies 10km northwest of Cape Maclear, where reception and the nearest point of road access are located. The camp comprises five units (two twin tents and three twin reed chalets) perched on rocks high above the water shaded by lush foliage, each with bucket showers, ‘eco-loos’ and a wooden deck. A hammock provides a comfortable spot to take in the idyllic Lake view. A twin-tented family unit is tucked into the forest near the main beach. There is a dining area, bar and watersport gazebo of timber and thatch.

Activities here vary from lazing in a hammock to snorkelling, diving, swimming, kayaking, walking and birdwatching. Guests have the option of boating or paddling to explore the granitic islands of the Lake.

DAY 13 – 15: BLUE ZEBRA ISLAND LODGE | NANKOMA ISLAND

The perfect getaway for nature lovers looking for a combination of adventure and relaxation in a tranquil, private setting. Exclusively situated on Nankoma Island, a wild paradise in Lake Malawi National Park (UNESCO World Heritage site). Unobtrusive and eco-friendly, operating on solar power.

Offering a unique and sustainable travel experience, Blue Zebra is a conservation driven lodge working with the Department of National Parks and Wildlife in Malawi to protect three islands making up the Marelli group: Nankoma, Maleri, and Nakantenga. These uninhabited islands are home to a vast array of freshwater fish, including some of the rarest and colourful in the world. They support diverse flora and fauna and are a bird watcher's paradise.

Accommodation: a unique set-up with 9 en-suite safari-style tented chalets and 1 Superior Cottage overlooking Lake Malawi. Secluded executive chalets boast stunning views from private balconies, some with lake access. The chalets are set in an unspoiled environment, immersed in nature.

Facilities: spa, infinity pool, cocktail bar, restaurant, games room, meetings room, curio shop.

Activities: nature trails, birding, kayaking, snorkelling, seasonal scuba, water-sports, a sunset cruise.

Just a 2-hour drive from Lilongwe, this is a great combination with Zambian Safaris as well as various wildlife parks in Malawi.

LILONGWE - Resting on the banks of the Lilongwe River, the sprawling, bustling city of Lilongwe serves as the capital of Malawi. It is the largest city in Malawi and is the economic and transport hub of the country. It features thriving markets, lush green spaces, and rich cultural heritage. While the city has all of the twentieth-century urban developments, it retains the appearance of a traditional African settlement. The Lilongwe Wildlife Centre, in the heart of Lilongwe, provides a sanctuary for local wildlife seeking refuge. Other sights worth seeing include the Kumbali Cultural Centre, offering the opportunity to view traditional Malawian dancing and drumming; as well as the nearby Chongoni Rock Art Area featuring over 127 sites displaying ancient rock art.

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. 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-ups under the supervision of professional and knowledgeable armed guides.

LIWONDE NATIONAL PARK - Liwonde National Park is situated at the southern tip of Lake Malombe in southern Malawi. Although Liwonde is one of Malawi’s smaller parks, it is arguably the most popular of all the game parks in the country. Malawi’s main river, the Shire, forms its western boundary and is the reserve’s lifeblood. With plentiful wildlife including hippos, kudu, elephants, crocodiles and elephants and even black rhino, the park had become one of Malawi's premier wildlife-viewing destinations. The birding is excellent and a favourite sighting among birdwatchers is the Pel’s fishing owl. Visitors can look forward to a wide selection of activities including excellent wildlife viewing, canoeing and boating safaris and overnight stays at well-positioned safari camps.

MUMBO ISLAND - Mumbo Island is an ecotourist’s dream. Measuring just one square kilometre across, this remote islet is virtually uninhabited and covered with pristine miombo forests interspersed with ancient figs and baobab trees. It is surrounded by the calm, crystal clear waters of Lake Malawi, where you can swim and snorkel amidst schools of vividly coloured tropical fish. You may also encounter the island’s sole mammal inhabitant - playful and curious Spotted-necked Otters. The only resort on the island is built from sustainable natural materials that blend beautifully into the pristine surroundings.

NANKOMA ISLAND - Nankoma Island is part of the Marelli Archipelago in southern Lake Malawi, where the waters are particularly rich in brightly coloured tropical fish known as cichlids. It is an amazing experience to swim or snorkel with them as they flash by in iridescent shades. There is also rich birdlife on the island, including hornbills, kingfishers, paradise flycatchers and owls, as well as cormorants and fish eagles on the lake shores. You can go kayaking around the island, take a boat trip to neighbouring islands or go on a sundowner cruise.