8Day Malawi tour: Mountains, Safari, and Lake with Meals

Salima District, Malawi



Discover the highlights of Malawi on an 8-day tour from Blantyre to Lilongwe. Hike Mount Mulanje, go on game drives in Liwonde National Park, and relax by Lake Malawi.

Highlights

  • Discover Malawi's highlights on an 8-day tour from Blantyre to Lilongwe
  • Hike Mount Mulanje, cycle through tea country, and learn about tea production
  • Embark on game drives and river cruises in Liwonde National Park
  • Visit a crocodile farm and explore Namalenje Island and a fishing village
  • Enjoy 7 nights of accommodation, all meals, and a professional guide

Description

Begin your adventure in Blantyre with a night at the Lotus Hotel. The next day, head to Kara O'Mula Resort at the base of Mount Mulanje for a Cook & Dine evening. Spend your third day hiking to Mloza Pools or the Crater Mouth, cycling through tea country, and tracing tea from leaf to cup. On days 4–6, shift to safari mode at Waters Edge Hotel, Liwonde. Enjoy afternoon and morning Mangunda River cruises, visit the Malape Pillars, and go on game drives through Liwonde National Park. On day 6, check into Blue Waters Lake Resort or Kambiri Beach Resort with an afternoon crocodile farm visit. Day 7 is pure lakeshore: a fishing village boat excursion and the Namalenje Island excursion. Day 8 brings check-out and onward departure toward Lilongwe.

Includes

7 nights' accommodation All meals All listed experiences Professional guide throughout Park/activity fees Sundown/sunrise refreshments Special dining arrangements

Excludes

Flights Visas Travel insurance Personal expenses Gratuities

Important Information

  • One-way route: begins in Blantyre and ends toward Lilongwe — plan flights accordingly Moderate fitness recommended for the Mulanje hike Wildlife sightings cannot be guaranteed

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