Malawi's highlands & islands
10 days from £4,255pp
Tour highlights
Walking on Nyika Plateau.
Birdwatching from your romantic log cabin.
Light aircraft transfer over Lake Malawi.
Explore the incredible Likoma Cathedral.
Scuba diving with cichlids in Lake Malawi.
Price includes
Itinerary idea in detail
Includes international flights from a choice of UK airports, including London, Birmingham, Manchester, Newcastle, Edinburgh and Glasgow.
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International outbound flight
Today you begin your journey by boarding your international outbound flight to Lilongwe.
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On arrival in Lilongwe you'll be met and assisted to your light aircraft, which will fly you to the Nyika Plateau. Here you'll be met by a private driver who'll take you to your lodge.
Accommodation
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You can spend the day exploring the plateau. Activities to choose from include mountain biking, walking and game drives.
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Another day to experience the unique surroundings of the Nyika Plateau. You may spot animals such as Burchell's zebra, leopard, hyena and antelope in the grassland, as well as a variety of birdlife.
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Nyika Plateau , Likoma Island & Mozambique Lakeshore
This morning you'll take an hour and a half light aircraft transfer from Nyika to Likoma Island on Lake Malawi. You'll then be met by your hosts from Kaya Mawa, who'll drive you to your beautiful lodgings.
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Likoma Island & Mozambique Lakeshore
You can choose to spend the day out on the lake, where water sports include snorkeling, kayaking, scuba diving, kite surfing, water skiing and sailing.
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Likoma Island & Mozambique Lakeshore
You may wish to explore the local area today, paying a visit to St Peter's Cathedral, which was built in 1911 and is located in the middle of the island, and visiting local villages and their markets, where women can be seen weaving textiles.
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Likoma Island & Mozambique Lakeshore
You could spend your last day on the island relaxing on the beach and dining on delicious meals at Kaya Mawa's restaurant.
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Likoma Island & Mozambique Lakeshore , International return flight
You'll have an hour's light aircraft transfer to Lilongwe Airport, arriving in time for your onward flight.
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International return flight
Arrive home today to complete your journey.
- Lilongwe
- Nyika Plateau
- Likoma Island & Mozambique Lakeshore
Contact a specialist
The specialist who designs your trip to Malawi will have explored the country many times and, in some cases, lived there. Their first-hand knowledge gives us the belief that no other travel company can match our expertise in helping you plan your trip. Your dedicated specialist will take the time to understand your preferences and build them into an itinerary to match, working to your budget. He or she will keep perfecting it until you’re completely happy and ready to book.
When to go
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