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Malawi: The Warm Heart of Africa
11 Days / 8 Nights from £2,795 Private Journey · Tea Estates · The Zomba Plateau · Liwonde National Park · Lake Malawi The diverse landscape of this small nation has been sculpted by the Great Rift Valley with high mountains and lush fertile plains providing habitats for Malawi's wide range of flora and fauna. Nowhere else in Africa can you enjoy a safari, walk in the mountains and relax on a beach all within a short distance of each other.
Day 1 To Blantyre: Fly from London to Johannesburg on South African Airways. (N) Day 2 To Thyolo Mountain: Early morning arrival and connect with an onward flight to Blantyre. Transfer to the slopes of Thyolo Mountain and stay 2 nights at Satemwa Tea Estate in traditional, colonial bungalows with breathtaking scenery. Satemwa is a step back in time to the lifestyle of the early planters. Afternoon tour of the tea factory (payable locally). (L, D) Day 3 Mount Mulanje: Morning visit to the Mount Mulanje Massif, which rises to 2,380m. Take a short hike (approximately 2 hours) to Dziwe-Lankhalamb rock pool and falls. Afternoon at leisure. (B, L, D) Days 4 To The Zomba Plateau: Morning drive to the top of the Zomba Plateau. Stay 2 nights at Ku Chawe Inn, set on the edge of the plateau with spectacular views. Afternoon tour of the old colonial capital of Zomba including the markets, botanical gardens and the old Parliament. (B, D). Day 5 Zomba Plateau: Today is at leisure to explore the Zomba Plateau on foot or by car. There are several walking trails available from the hotel. (B, D) Day 6 To Liwonde National Park: Drive to Mvuu Lodge (see page 46) in Liwonde National Park and stay 2 nights. It is a renowned birding location and has a healthy population of elephants. Afternoon game activities by boat, on foot or in 4x4 vehicles. It is also possible
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to visit the surrounding rural communities. (B, L, D) Day 7 Liwonde National Park: Morning and afternoon game activities. (B, L, D)
Day 9 Lake Malawi National Park: Day at leisure to relax by the lake or enjoy the hotel's facilities which include a swimming pool, tennis courts and a 9 hole golf course. (B, D) Day 10 To London: Transfer to Lilongwe airport and fly to London with South African Airways via Johannesburg. (B) Day 11 London: Early morning arrival.
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14 Days / 11 Nights from £4,145 Day 10 To South Luangwa: Drive to Lilongwe and fly by light aircraft to Mfuwe in Zambia. Stay 3 nights at Nkwali Lodge in the South Luangwa National Park. Afternoon game viewing. (B, D) Days 11-12 South Luangwa: Morning and afternoon game activities by foot or 4x4 vehicle. (B, L, D) Day 13 To London: Morning game viewing. Afternoon flight to London via Livingstone and Johannesburg on South African Airways. (B,L) Day 14 To London: Early morning arrival. (N) This tour departs on Tuesday or Friday. Flight Upgrades: Please see details and prices on page 22.
Departures on or between
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Additional Information & Supplements
High Season Single Room Supplement. UK Departures on or between the following dates:*WHAZAA: 12 May to 20 Jun and 1 Oct to 31 Oct £670, 21 Jun to 30 Sep £900. High Season Sole Traveller Supplements. UK Departures on or between the following dates:**WHAZAA: 12 May to 20 Jun and 1 Oct to 31 Oct £920, 21 Jun to 30 Sep £1070. Meal Basis: As per itinerary: (B) = Breakfast, (L) = Lunch, (D) = Dinner, (N) = No Meals.
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Day 8 To Lake Malawi National Park: Drive to the southern shores of Lake Malawi and stay 2 nights at Club Makokola. Lake Malawi is the world's first fresh water conservation area. Afternoon at leisure. (B, D)
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