From Malawi's tea estates, plateau hikes, and lakeside villages to Zambia's legendary South Luangwa game drives — one tour, two countries, unforgettable depth.
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This Malawi small group tour combines many of Malawi’s unique and attractive areas and the strong community involvement and interaction is a key aspect of the tour. Game viewing in South Luangwa National Park, Zambia, one of Africa’s best National Parks is an added attraction. There are opportunities for walking and hiking for more active travellers, on this well- balanced tour, suitable for families and individuals alike.
Malawi and Zambia Encompassed
Drawn from the full tour dossier — the standout days, encounters and views our specialists keep coming back to.
Drive to the world-recognised Satemwa Tea Estate for a walking tour followed by a tea-tasting workshop, sampling white, black, gold, and flavoured teas. Afterwards, enjoy lunch at Huntingdon House before continuing onward.
Head to Mount Mulanje for a hike to Likhubula Falls, a trek of around one hour each way on an undulating, partly shaded trail leading to natural pools. The trail offers a scenic and rewarding walk for active travellers.
Visit YODEP, a community-based organisation founded in 1998 to support orphaned children, youth, elderly people and those affected by HIV/AIDS. Take a guided walk through the village to learn about their community work.
Take a guided hike on Zomba Plateau with options ranging from short two-hour walks to full-day trails, tailored by your guide to weather and fitness. Breakfast is enjoyed on the terrace at Kuchawe with views over the plateau, watching out for baboons.
Explore Liwonde National Park by evening game drive and morning boat safari along the Shire River, observing hippos, elephants, waterbirds and other wildlife along the riverbanks. Wildlife regularly seen includes black rhino, sable, cheetah, buffalo, lion, kudu, impala, waterbuck and elephants.
Visit CISER, a community-based organisation dedicated to improving rural livelihoods, including a village, secondary school and a family home where guests may assist in preparing a meal. You may also join a primary school literacy session before returning to the lake retreat.
Key moments for Malawi and Zambia Encompassed
Full itinerary · 15 days
Reserve your place with a £350 per-person deposit; the balance is due 70 days before departure. Prefer your own space? A single room is available on every departure.
| Departs | Returns | Status | Price pp | Single supp. | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Aug 2026 | 30 Aug 2026 | Guaranteed | £6,390 | +£625 | Contact for availability |
| 1 Nov 2026 | 15 Nov 2026 | Guaranteed | £6,390 | +£625 | Book now |
| 15 Aug 2027 | 29 Aug 2027 | Guaranteed | £6,390 | +£625 | Book now |
| 31 Oct 2027 | 14 Nov 2027 | Guaranteed | £6,390 | +£625 | Book now |
Every one of our Malawi journeys can be rebuilt around your dates, pace and interests — or we’ll design something entirely new.
Shared across all tours that visit this destination. Read alongside your individual tour dossier for trip-specific details.
Before booking, check the latest country-specific guidance from the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office. US travellers should consult travel.state.gov, and Australian travellers should check Smartraveller.
At the time of writing, there are no FCDO warnings against travel to the areas of Malawi visited on our tours. We continuously monitor travel advice and will contact clients directly if any warnings are issued.
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Make Malawi and Zambia Encompassed your own — adjust the route, dates, pace or who travels, or start from a blank page with a specialist. We'll bring the details of this trip straight into your enquiry.
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Common questions
Maximum 12 travellers — that's the cap on every Undiscovered Destinations small-group tour. Small enough to eat in a local family home; large enough to share the wonder with other like-minded travellers.
Yes — there's no compulsory single supplement on our small-group tours. You get your own room at no extra cost. About 60% of UD travellers come solo, so you'll be in good company.
Fitness requirements vary by itinerary, from gentle to demanding. The day-by-day tour dossier sets out walking distances, terrain and any altitude so you know what to expect. If you have specific concerns, speak to our team before booking — they can talk you through a typical day.
The next available departures are 16 August 2026; 1 November 2026; 15 August 2027. See the "Choose your departure" table further up the page for the full schedule and per-departure pricing.
Included items vary by tour — see the full list above. On this trip, expect: Arrival and departure transfers; Overland transport throughout with professional driver; Flight from Mfuwe to Lusaka or Lilongwe; and more. International flights and travel insurance are not included.
This tour visits Malawi and Zambia. Each destination has its own page with practical information, climate, and the attractions our specialists recommend — linked from the itinerary above.
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