This is a comprehensive private tour of Malawi, travelling in your own vehicle with your own driver-guide. It takes in the countries finest reserves and sights, as well as giving you an insight into its peoples and culture.

As one of the best kept secrets in Africa, Malawi is a country of unbridled beauty, majestic landscapes and stunning wildlife. From its undulating mountains, high plateaus, vast tracks of forests, grasslands and plantations to its expansive lake, Malawi holds its own unique diversity.

Traditionally a relatively forgotten travel destination, Malawi is now emerging in terms of travel and tourism. Remaining largely undiscovered and a hidden gem untouched by mass tourism, it offers a true Garden of Eden feel, a sensation that you are looking back to how explorers saw it centuries ago, see Africa as it used to be.

This is a private tour (minimum 2). It can depart on any day you wish (subject to availability).

Please let us know your preferred dates and we will forward a full tailored itinerary with confirmed quotation to you by e-mail and/or post.

Day 1
Depart the UK.

Day 2
Arrive in Lilongwe and drive to the Northern Lake for three days on the shores of Lake Malawi. Ngala Beach Lodge.

Day 3
Spend the day snorkelling, swimming or simply relaxing on the beach. Ngala Beach Lodge.

Day 4
Visit a local Village community, head out on horseback along the beach, scuba dive amongst nearby islands or simply have a day to take in the scenery and surrounding area. Ngala Beach Lodge.

Days 5 - 6
Head north into Vwaza Wildlife Reserve for two days of game drives around the Reserve. Kazuni Camp.

Day 7
Drive south through the Viphya Mountain Range to Luwawa Forest. Explore the area on mountain bike and foot with various activities such as orienteering, abseiling, canoeing, sailing and fishing on offer. Luwawa Forest Lodge.

Day 8
Head out to a local community village to have lunch with the local chief and enjoy local dancing and tours of the local community’s initiatives and environmental projects. Luwawa Forest Lodge.

Day 9
Return to Lilongwe, visiting Kumbali Cultural Village, learning how to make clay pots, weave mats, make curios and intergrate with the local village life. Kumbali Country Lodge.

Day 10
Travel South to Liwonde National park for a two day safari in one of the country’s most prolific game parks. Enjoy a late afternoon game drive on arrival with sundowner drinks along the banks of the Shire River. Mvuu Lodge, Liwonde National Park.

Day 11
Enjoy early morning and late afternoon game drives in the park. Mvuu Lodge, Liwonde National Park .

Day 12
Travel to Zomba Forest for two days of hiking, mountain biking and horse riding in the heart of the Zomba Plateau. Zomba Forest Lodge .

Day 13
Spend the day exploring the Plateau on foot, bike or horseback. Zomba Forest Lodge.

Day 14
Travel south to the Tea Estates of Thyolo, visiting the tea and coffee factories and relaxing within one of the most the idyllic surrounds of the country. Chawani Bungalow, Satemwa Tea Estates.

Day 15
Spend the day touring the estate on foot, bike, quad or horseback and visiting the Fair Trade estates operations. Chawani Bungalow, Satemwa Tea Estates.

Day 16
Return to Lilongwe for your final evening. Kumbali Country Lodge, Lilongwe.

Day 17
Transferred to the airport in time for your flight.

Day 18
Arrive UK.