Northern Malawi Adventure
“Thanks to recent efforts by Prince Harry and African parks, you’ll be welcomed to a park that has achieved conservation success by the reintroduction of 500 elephants. Afterwards, fly over to Likoma Island and revel in its no shoes no news vibe.”

Day 1
Arrival Lilongwe
Upon arrival at the airport, you’ll be met by a representative and privately escorted by car to your accommodation in Lilongwe.
The remainder of your day will be spent at leisure.

Day 2
Nkhotakota Wildlife Reserve
After breakfast at your hotel, you’ll be driven to the airport for your internal flight to Nkhotakota Wildlife Reserve. Malawi’s oldest and least developed protected area, the wilderness reserve includes forests, grasslands and rivers.
After checking into your accommodation the remainder of the day will be spent at leisure. Your Lightfoot Travel Designer can advise on activities prior to departure.

Day 3
Nkhotakota Wildlife Reserve
Spend the day exploring Nkhotakota Wildlife Reserve.
Home to an abundance of wildlife, there are a variety of activities on offer, including walking safaris, birdwatching tours, opportunities to meet the local Malawian community, river and 4WD safaris, and fly-fishing.

Day 4
Nkhotakota Wildlife Reserve
Continue exploring Nkhotakota Wildlife Reserve.

Day 5
Nyika National Park
After breakfast, you’ll embark on an internal flight to Nyika National Park along the Zambian border. Malawi’s largest park, it features forested valleys, lush woodlands and sweeping grasslands.
After checking into your accommodation you'll spend the rest of your day at leisure.

Day 6
Nyika National Park
Spend the day exploring Nyika National Park. Enjoy morning and evening nature drives, walking safaris, hiking, mountain biking, fishing and birdwatching.

Day 7
Nyika National Park
Continue to explore Nyika National Park.

Day 8
Likoma Island, Lake Malawi
Your next internal flight transports you to the shores of Lake Malawi, where you’ll be staying on Likoma Island. This tranquil island measures just 17 sq. km. and is fringed by beaches.
Spend your days scuba diving or snorkelling, or enjoy various watersports including wake boarding, kite surfing, waterskiing, stand-up paddleboarding and kayaking. Explore the island including St Peter’s Cathedral, go quad biking or sailing, or simply relax at the beach.

Day 9
Likoma Island, Lake Malawi
Enjoy relaxing and exploring Likoma Island.
Your Lightfoot Travel Designer can advise on activities prior to departure.

Day 10
Likoma Island
Spend a final day on Likoma Island.
Your Lightfoot Travel Designer can advise on activities prior to departure.

Day 11
Departure
Today you’ll be escorted to the Likoma Airstrip for your internal flight to Lilongwe, before catching your international flight home.
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See abundant birdlife and reintroduced elephants at Nkhotakota
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Go trekking and mountain biking around the great plateau at Nyika
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Relax and unwind on the pristine beaches of Likoma Island
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Experience river, 4WD, and walking safaris to see Malawian wildlife
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Enjoy a variety of watersports in freshwater Lake Malawi
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