Itinerary

Day 1 - ARRIVAL LIWONDE, MALAWI
Today you arrive at Blantyre airport in tremendous Malawi where you will be met and transferred to Mvuu Camp in Liwonde National Park. ($5 Gov't Tax/Person/Day)
Mvuu Camp (Lunch, Dinner)

Day 2-3 - LIWONDE NATIONAL PARK
Liwonde National Park is arguably Malawi's best for wildlife. It is located along the Shire River and as a result is rather long a thin. Thousands of hippos and crocodiles lie on the rivers banks. You can also see plenty of elephant, impala water buck, baboons and zebra who all come down to the river's edge to drink. Less common are sable, kudu and bushbuck - but the birdlife, being on a river, is also plentiful. The big cats are rare to be seen, but it is possible. Leopards can occasionally be spotted by the keen observer. The mixture of the river, mopane and grassland habitats provides for a variety of birdlife, and recently two rare black rhinos were reintroduced to the area. ($5 Gov't Tax/Person/Day)
Mvuu Camp (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Day 4 - LILONGWE
After breakfast and game activities, you will drive to Lilongwe where you will overnight at Heuglin's Lodge for bed and breakfast. The capital city of Malawi is quite diverse with both a New and Old City. The 'New City' houses the more upscale hotels, embassies and offices. The 'Old City' holds the markets, cafes and many other interesting locales. A day in this city can be quite interesting with a visit to the market on Malangalanga Rd, and a look into some of the old Indian spice and cloth shops. You can also visit the tobacco auction floors. Tobacco is Malawi's most important cash crop, so this gives an interesting insight into the country's trade. At night there are a number of good restaurants and nightclubs.

Heuglin's Lodge is situated in the quiet garden suburbs of Lilongwe's residential area. The guesthouse offers 6 spacious and tastefully furnished bedrooms, lounge, a small library and dining room. Set in attractive gardens, bird life is plentiful. The guesthouse offers meals, full bar and there is a swimming pool for guests.
Heuglin's Lodge (Breakfast)

Day 5-7 - LAKE MALAWI
This morning, after breakfast, you will be met by your driver/guide and driven to Chintheche Inn. Driving time is approximately four hours along one of the most scenic road in Malawi. Even though this is a lengthy drive it is very interesting - the Lakeshore road is very beautiful and worth the drive. You will also be able to stop and stretch your legs, buy curios or take photos. Packed lunch and refreshments will be provided.

The Inn is situated on Lake Malawi's northern shores and offers en suite rooms. Each room overlooks a white sandy beach that offers excellent swimming and interesting beach walks. The Inn has an excellent reputation for fine cuisine and offers a full bar. Snorkeling, swimming and boating opportunities are available at the Inn, and local excursions can easily be arranged - bird watching, diving at Nkhata Bay, points of local interest and cultural safaris. There is also a recently built swimming pool for those who prefer, with a 180-degree view of the lake.

Available activities: *Birding walks with a local guide * Bandawe Mission * Village visits * Mountain bike trails * Boating and snorkeling * Vizara Rubber Plantation * Nkhata Bay
Chintheche Inn (Breakfast, Dinner)

Day 8-10 - NYIKA NATIONAL PARK
Today you'll transfer to the Mzuzu airport, where you will fly via light aircraft to Nyika Plateau.

Nyika National Park in the far north of Malawi's is scenically the regions' most spectacular wild area. It boasts an incredible mixture of scenery and landscapes - pristine brachystegia woodland, mature montane forest patches, crystal clear running streams and miles and miles of open rolling grassland. Being situated at a mean height of over 2,000 metres guarantees a permanently temperate climate which is of particular contrast to the lakeshore areas of Malawi. Game that can be spotted includes Burchell's Zebra, Roan antelope, Common reedbuck, Eland, Bushbuck, Warthog, leopard, hyena, side-striped jackal and serval. Birdlife is prolific, and' specials' include Churring and Mountain cisticolas, Red-tufted malachite sunbird, Fulleborn's black bou-bou, Bar-tailed trogon, Mountain nightjar and several species of Bulbul which occur deep in the canopy of the forests.

Staying at the Chelinda Lodge, you will have the opportunity for many activities including mountain biking. With panoramic views over the rolling grasslands of the Nyika Plateau, Chelinda Lodge has one of the most magnificent settings in Africa. Sixteen guests can be accommodated in eight individual en-suite log cabins, each with its own log fire. The log cabins surround the main dining area and are connected by raised wooden walkways. You may optionally try your hand at horse riding for an extra fee.
Chelinda Lodge (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Day 11 - MZUZU
After breakfast you will transfer by light aircraft to Mzuzu airport. Because of its altitude and temperate climate, Northern Malawi has an almost European feel, with rolling green hills and verdant forests. The gateway to this unique part of the country is the city of Mzuzu, which is also the administrative and commercial headquarters of the Northern Region. And this is where you'll find the splendid Mzuzu Hotel where you will stay on a bed and breakfast basis. A true African style hotel, the Mzuzu Hotel assures that you will experience the North at its very best.
Mzuzu Hotel (Breakfast)

Day 12 - LILONGWE
This morning take a short local taxi ride, that you may arrange with the hotel, to Mzuzu airport for an early morning flight to Lilongwe. On arrival you will be driven to Heuglin's Lodge one more time for bed and breakfast, where you can wash off the safari dust, relax and reflect on your adventure. If you like, we can arrange optional sight-seeing to points of interest in Lilongwe.
Heuglin's Lodge (Breakfast)

Day 13 - YOUR JOURNEY ONWARDS
Today you will be driven to Lilongwe airport where you will be assisted with check-in. Please note, there is a government imposed int'l departure tax of $20USD.

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