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Malawi Overland Trips
 

Hiking Experience safari (7 Days) - MTSM 8005

Discover the beauty of Zomba Plateau, spend time ambling through its nature trails and visiting waterfalls or hike to the many viewpoints enjoying the fabulous scenery of the forest, waterfalls and lakes. Experience the stunning views and challenging slopes of the impressive Mulanje Mountain. Hiking here is very rewarding for those who like a little challenge. After conquering Mulanje unwind in the wilderness of Liwonde National Park. Spend time searching for the game in Malawi’s finest game park or relax and join a boat safari in the hippo infested waters of the Shire River and spot elephant, waterbuck, sable and an occasional lion amid the beautiful African Bush.

Day 1
Drive to the breathtaking Zomba plateau, where we set up camp and spend the afternoon exploring the pine forest and enjoying the spectacular vista. Relax for the first evening at the camp or having a sundowner at the nearby beautiful Kuchawe Inn. Dinner is served around the campfire.

Day 2
Spend the day discovering the delights of Zomba plateau. Hike to the many stunning viewpoints enjoying the fabulous scenery of the forest, waterfalls and lakes. For those who may wish to explore the plateau in a less active way a trip in our safari vehicle can also be arranged.

Day 3
Early morning departure to the impressive Mulanje mountain. Hike from Likabula Forest Station to Chambe Hut. Spend the night in the hut and enjoy a simple dinner, cooked on the fireplace in the hut.

Day 4
Enjoy the amazing changing scenery, the waterfalls and valleys as we hike from the Chambe hut to CCAP hut.

Day 5
Early morning departure from CCAP hut back to the Likabula Forest Station. Leaving Mulanje behind we then drive to Blantyre, the commercial and industrial capital of Malawi stopping for lunch along the way. The afternoon can be spent exploring the cities vibrant streets or relaxing in the green gardens of Doogles Lodge where we will be setting up camp. Dinner is served around the campfire.

Day 6
After an early breakfast depart to Liwonde National Park, stopping on the way at some superb local craft stables. Liwonde NP, the best game park in Malawi, is well known for its population of 5 black rhinos living at a sanctuary within the Park. After setting up camp we enjoy our lunch in the beautiful surroundings of Mvuu Campsite. Spend the rest of the day in camp or take an optional game drive and/or night drive. Enjoy dinner accompanied by the mysterious wildlife sounds of the National Park.

Day 7
In the morning there is the option to join a boat safari on the Shire and experience the diversity of life on the river. Or for the more adventurous join an early morning walking safari before departing to Lilongwe.

Price includes:

  • Transport in comfortable safari vehicle.
  • Dedicated crew including an experienced driver/guide and cook.
  • Accommodation in mountain huts and spacious tents supplied with mattresses (based on two people sharing);
  • Three meals per day.
  • Games drives operated by us.
  • Liwonde NP entrance fees.
  • Porters for shared equipment and guides for Mulanje trek.

Price excludes:

  • Boat Cruise.
  • Walking Safari or Night Drives in Liwonde National Park.
  • Porters for personal baggage for Mulanje trek