Malawi Safari Holidays

20 Days/19 Nights

• Spot the Big Five animals from open 4×4 safari vehicles across the Serengeti National Park during this safari, before exploring the fragrant spice plantations of Zanzibar
• Spend some time marvelling at the spectacular Victoria Falls when you are here, while also looking out for animal species like baboons, vervet monkeys as well as numerous bird species
• Enjoy camping under the vast African sky, amidst the lush verdant natural landscapes, with birds and animals to keep you company

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13 Days/12 Nights

• When looking for a Malawi luxury safari, pay a visit to the wilderness of Zambia and the beaches of Malawi with this package
• Enjoy an amazing game viewing experience in the South Luangwa National Park and catch sights of elephants, hippos, buffaloes as well as giraffes, wild dogs and hyenas here
• Then take a flight all the way to the turquoise waters of Lake Malawi and Kaya Mawa for a private island getaway, complete with adventure activities, water sports and a lot more
• Look out for views of native species like Nile crocodiles, hippos, vervet monkeys as well as African fish eagles around the lake

13 Days/12 Nights

• One of the top Malawi safari packages is this one, which takes you on a journey across the islands, parks as well as highlands of the country
• Begin your safari in Lilongwe and the Nkhotakota Wildlife Reserve, where you can enjoy bushwalks, canoeing or fishing on the Bua River, while also witnessing animals like elephants, hippos, buffaloes, zebras, etc.
• You can also explore the Likoma Island, which is surrounded by Lake Malawi, and enjoy scuba diving and snorkelling here
• You can also enjoy 4x4 game drives within the Liwonde National Park and Majete Wildlife Reserve, which are home to species like African buffaloes, antelopes, rhinos, sables, bushbuck, elephants, as well as monkeys, among others
• Enjoy freshwater fishing on lake Malawi

9 Days/8 Nights

• Get a chance to experience the best of this landlocked country with these adventurous Malawi safari holidays
• Begin your tour in the floodplains of Liwonde National Park, and indulge in game viewing here, whilst catching sights of crocodiles, hippos, rare black rhinos, elephants, and more
• Then, head towards the north to the small Likoma Island located in the crystal clear waters of Lake Malawi, where you can spot birds, amphibians as well as smaller reptiles
• Enjoy diving in the waters of the Lake Malawi and enjoy catching sights of tiny cichlids

11 Days/10 Nights

• This 11-day tour is the best Malawi luxury safari that you can indulge in, as it includes a lot of adventure, relaxation as well as wildlife sighting
• Drive through the rolling hills filled with fragrant tea plantations in the southern regions of the country, and enjoy bird watching trails here, with stunning views of Mount Mulanje
• Then, head over to the Majete Game Reserve, where you can go on guided 4x4 game drives and walking safaris to locate rare antelopes, black rhinos, wild dogs, etc.
• End your tour along the southern shores of Lake Malawi, wherein you can take part in a myriad of water activities and sports

5 Days/4 Nights

• Begin your Malawi safari package with a visit to the Majete Wildlife Reserve with a scenic view of the Shire Valley.
• Enjoy game drives or boat safari on the Shire River and witness several species of mammals such as elephants, antelope, warthog, crocodile and hippos.
• Experience the majestic Mulanje Mountain and hike the mountain all the way up to the beautiful natural pool and falls in of Dziwe la Nkhalamba.
• spend some leisure time at lake Malawi and choose from a variety of optional activities such as kayaking, boat riding, snorkeling and many more

6 Days/5 Nights

• When looking for Malawi safari holidays, combine a visit to the wilderness gems of the Dzalanyama Forest reserve and the South Luangwa National Park in Malawi and Zambia respectively
• Set off on your safari from Lilongwe to the Dzalanyama Forest Reserve, known for its steep hills, beautiful trees as well as escarpments
• Enjoy walking as well as open vehicle safaris here, while keeping an eye out for wildlife species like antelopes, hyenas, leopards and a myriad of different birds
• Then, visit the South Luangwa National park in Zambia’s Luangwa Valley, which is home to over 40 species of mammals and hundreds of bird species

7 Days/6 Nights

• Enjoy a Malawi luxury safari in the northern part of the country, which begins from and ends at Lilongwe
• Drive from Lilongwe to the Viphya Plateau and the Luwawa Forest Reserve, which is tucked in the peaceful Luwawa Valley, and enjoy sights of monkeys, bushbucks and more
• Then, explore the Livingstonia Mission, Mushroom Farm and the Great Rift Valley, which offer amazing views of the Lake Malawi and are home to numerous waterfalls wherein you can enjoy trekking
• Head to the scenic Nkhotakota Wildlife Reserve and safari camp, which is home to more than 500 elephants as well as other wild animals like hippos, zebras and buffaloes

7 Days/6 Nights

• You can also avail the southern Malawi safari packages, for experiencing the diverse wonders of the heart of Africa
• Indulge in a wildlife safari in the famous Majete Wildlife Reserve, and watch the animals like elephants and buffaloes at the waterholes here
• Catch sights of the Big Five animals when you go for game drives and bushwalks in the reserve, along with species like cheetahs, elands, sable antelopes, impalas, baboons, waterbuck, hippos, hartebeests and nyalas
• Relax on the shores of Lake Malawi, and enjoy different activities like snorkelling, kayaking, canoeing and more here experience the history and culture of Malawi at the Mua Mission

14 Days/13 Nights

• Indulge in Malawi safari holidays that take you away from the popular destinations into places that are off the beaten track with this safari adventure
• Explore the remote bush lodges and highlands of Malawi at the South Viphya Forest Reserve, which is known for being the abode of many unique plant species, in addition to animals like the African bushbuck, monkeys, baboons and numerous birds
• Indulge in relaxing activities at Lake Malawi or head to the Nyika National Park to enjoy sightings of animals like the Burchell's zebra, eland, roan, reedbuck, blue duiker, klipspringer and bush pigs, along with leopards
• End your safari at the Nkhotakota Wildlife Reserve, where you can spot a variety of animals, including lions, leopards, elephants, and hippos, as well as birds like vultures, eagles, and flamingos

A Malawi luxury safari in Majete Wildlife Reserve is a great way to see some of the amazing animals that live in this park such as lions, elephants, giraffes, and many others. Over 5000 animals of 17 different species have been reintroduced in the wildlife reserve making it a big five reserve and one of the best places for Malawi safari holidays. It is also home to several unique species like eland, sable, kudu, suni, klipspringer, hartebeest, zebra, waterbuck, impala, nyala and warthogs.

Lengwe National Park is a national park located in central Malawi, to the south of the Majete Wildlife Reserve. The park is known for its thick vegetation, woodlands as well as streams and rivulets. During a safari, you can find a wide array of wildlife species here, all gathering together at the waterholes. Some of the major animals that you can find here include leopards, hyenas, antelopes as well as nyalas. Other animals such as the small Livingstone’s suni, bushbuck and impala. Baboon, monkey, warthog, bushpig and some strong buffalo herds can also be seen.

Known as the largest national park of Malawi, with an area of over 1250 sq. miles ,the Nyika National park is another popular place for a wildlife safari in this part of Africa. It is particularly known for its leopard species, which can be spotted roaming around within the evergreen forests. The park is also the abode of many different species of wild alpine flowers as well as orchids. Besides the leopards, you can also catch sights of roans, elands, zebras as well as birds like Wattled crane, Denham’s bustard, red-winged francolin, augur buzzard and grey-olive here. The park is a heaven for birdwatchers with over 400 species of birds to gaze at.

Ranked as one of the most popular national parks of Malawi, the Liwonde National Park is one place where you can see a major part of the Shire River flowing in all its glory, thereby attracting a vast array of birds as well as animals. In addition to cheetahs and lions, the Liwonde National Park is also home to other wildlife species like buffaloes, sables, hyenas, black rhinos and elephants. It is also a great place to enjoy 4x4 open vehicle safaris, walking safaris or even boat safaris, and offers views of birds like the Pel’s fishing owl, Lilian’s lovebird, Livingstone’s flycatcher, crowned hornbill, etc.

One of the best places to enjoy Malawi safari holidays is the Lake Malawi National park, which is amongst the oldest national parks in Africa. The park was established in 1947 and boasts of beaches where you can enjoy snorkelling, diving as well as sailing and boating. Flanking Lake Malawi, this park is home to a variety of wildlife including hippos, crocodiles, and over 700 species of fish, in addition to kudus, zebras and more.