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Bush and Beach

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  • 9 Days
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Dorothy Daka

Orbis DMC

DMC based in Blantyre, Malawi specialising in educational, philanthropic and experiential travel.

  • Local time:23:45

Bush and Beach

The only secret to feeling like a travel pro is by exploring Malawi's unblemished beach and bush attractions in just 9 days. This trip's highlights include Liwonde National Park| Cape Maclear| Mumbo Island. While on the trip, you will be able to see wildlife up close such as Elephants, Hippos, Fish Eagles, Lions, and of course the beautiful Lake Malawi, an opportunity you wouldn't want to miss!

Arrive in Blantyre

Arrive at Blantyre's Chileka International Airport and be met by your guide. Transfer to Liwonde National Park and spend your first night's accommodation at Mvuu Camp. After lunch, you can take a dip in the swimming pool, or just kick back and read a book. Late afternoon, return to the reception area for tea/coffee before heading out for the afternoon game drive. The first part of the drive will be during the daylight, you will then stop for sundowners by the riverbank, before going into the night safari to look for some nocturnal. Overnight at Mvuu Camp on Full Board basis Travel Time: 4 hours Read more

Mvuu Camp, 3 Nights

Day spent at Liwonde National Park

On this day, you can choose to visit an elementary school just outside the park and enjoy some village walks or stay at the park doing safari walks. Overnight at Mvuu Camp on Full Board Basis.

Mvuu Camp

Day spent in Liwonde

Safari Day Spent in Liwonde National Park. Overnight at Mvuu Camp Liwonde National Park

Mvuu Camp

Transfer to Southern Lakeshore

After breakfast at Mvuu Camp, travel by road to Cape Maclear arriving in time for lunch. Your accommodation in Cape Maclear is at Makokola Retreat. The Makokola retreat has brilliant green gardens that reveal spacious beach villas and rooms perched along the shores of Southern Lake Malawi. They provide gracious service in an unmatched experience in Malawi. The showpiece property captures the essence of African design, culture and tradition. While staying with them, you feel every moment with a sense of natural connection in the wonderful retreat. Accommodation at Makokola Retreat on Full Board Basis. Travel Time: 3.5 hours Read more

Makokola Retreat, 2 Nights

Day spent at Makokola Retreat

On this day you can take a dip in the swimming pool and take beach walks. The more adventurous ones can do the following optional activities; -Boat cruise on Lake Malawi. -Snorkeling. -Sailing. -Waterskiing. -Wakeboarding. -Speedboats. -Kayaks. -Round tubes.

The Makokola Retreat

Transfer to Cape Maclear

After the morning activity and breakfast at The Makokola Retreat, travel to catch your boat, off to Mumbo Island. Mumbo Island Camp offers an exclusive escape on an otherwise deserted island in Lake Malawi National Park. Surrounded by nature, guests can enjoy ample tranquility and barefoot luxury during their stay. Excellent kayaking, snorkeling and SCUBA facilities enable active guests to explore granitic islands in a fresh-water Rift Valley Lake that are teaming with a thriving cichlid population. Mumbo Island Camp is located within an exclusive concession area, guaranteeing privacy and offering guests the chance to rejuvenate and unwind in surroundings that resemble a tropical island paradise. The camp is constructed entirely of timber, thatch and canvas, and adheres to the strictest principles of Eco architecture. The camp has six large safari tents which are fully furnished and have their own shady viewing deck and a private hammock. Other infrastructure is limited to a dining area, bar and water sports gazebo. Unlike most island destinations in the region, Mumbo Island has never been populated and is still in its natural state. This, together with the focus on non-motorized water sports, makes Mumbo Island ideal for active outdoor enthusiasts. At the same time, the remoteness and serene surroundings of the island means that there is no shortage of opportunities for relaxation. Overnight on Mumbo Island on Full Board basis Travel Time: 30 minutes by boat Read more

Mumbo Island, 3 Nights

Day spent on Mumbo Island

Spend the day on Mumbo Island. Activities included in your stay are: - Snorkeling - Kayaking - Sunset cruise - Island walks

Mumbo Island

Day spent on Mumbo Island

Spend the day on Mumbo Island. Activities included in your stay are: - Snorkeling - Kayaking - Sunset cruise - Island walks

Mumbo Island

Tour Ends

After breakfast on Mumbo Island, you will head Central to Kamuzu International Airport for your flights back home.

Kamuzu Interntaional Airport

ACCOMMODATIONS

Day in trip
Location
Hotel
Day 1
Location Liwonde National Park
Hotel Mvuu Camp
Day 6
Location Cape Maclear
Hotel Mumbo Island
Day in trip
Location
Hotel
Day 4
Location Cape Maclear

TRIP PACKAGE

Package includes

  • 8 Nights Accommodation, all road transfers in Malawi, All meals, all game activities and park fees in Liwonde National Park, all taxes & Bank fees.

Package excludes

  • International Flights, Travel Insurance, Tips & Items of a personal nature

Very experienced local guides and sales team.

Orbis DMC
CONTACT THE SUPPLIER

THE TEAM

Elizabeth (EB)

Andy

Ozzie

Welli

Guides

RSC Team

DMC based in Blantyre, Malawi specialising in educational, philanthropic and experiential travel.

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  • Languages:English
  • Local time:23:45

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