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Malawi – Wildlife and More

A 10-day journey through Malawi's tea estates, national parks, lake shores, and forest reserves with strong community roots throughout

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About this journey

What to expect on this trip

This Malawi tour combines many of Malawi’s unique and attractive areas, where strong community involvement and interaction remain a key feature of the experience. There are opportunities for walking and hiking for more active travellers, making it a well-balanced journey suitable for families and individuals alike.

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The journey

Malawi – Wildlife and More

What makes this trip special

Drawn from the full tour dossier — the standout days, encounters and views our specialists keep coming back to.

Your route
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The highlights

  • Satemwa Tea Estate

    A guided walking tour of the world-recognised Satemwa Tea Estate is followed by a tea tasting workshop featuring white, black, gold, and flavoured teas. After the tasting, lunch is taken at the luxurious Huntingdon House. The afternoon returns to Game Haven for optional poolside relaxation, walking, mountain biking, or golf.

  • Zomba Plateau and Market

    The route passes through Limbe and pauses at the vibrant and colourful Zomba market before ascending the plateau to Ku Chawe Inn. The afternoon includes a walk to the dam and along the stream, passing the trout farm.

  • Liwonde National Park Game Drive and Mvuu Camp

    From the plateau the route leads to Liwonde National Park, where an hour-long game drive through the park delivers guests to Mvuu Camp in time for lunch. The afternoon features a further game drive through the park before dinner at the lodge.

  • Boat Safari on the Shire River

    A full day at Liwonde Park includes morning and afternoon game activities, with the choice of a boat safari or game drive. The boat safari explores the river that runs through the park, offering wildlife sightings from the water.

  • Cape Maclear and the Fishing Villages

    A river crossing by boat is followed by a drive to Cape Maclear, stopping en route to experience the fishing villages and Mangochi. Arrival into Cape Maclear is in the early afternoon, with the remainder of the day at leisure on the shores of Lake Malawi.

  • Lake Malawi Water Activities

    A full day at Cape Maclear is devoted to exploring the lake, with optional boat trips, scuba diving, kayaking, and sailing available. The day is flexible, centred entirely on the lake and its shores.

Trip highlights for Malawi – Wildlife and More

Full itinerary · 10 days

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Dates & prices

Choose your departure

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.

Our departures are guaranteed to run. We never cancel a confirmed tour.

  • Departure
    10 Apr 2027 → 19 Apr 2027
    Guaranteed
    From
    £2,790 pp
    Single supp. +£290
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  • Departure
    1 Aug 2027 → 10 Aug 2027
    Guaranteed
    From
    £2,790 pp
    Single supp. +£290
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  • Departure
    8 Apr 2028 → 17 Apr 2028
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    From
    £2,790 pp
    Single supp. +£290
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  • Departure
    5 Aug 2028 → 14 Aug 2028
    Guaranteed
    From
    £2,790 pp
    Single supp. +£290
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Can’t find the right fit?

Every one of our Malawi journeys can be rebuilt around your dates, pace and interests — or we’ll design something entirely new.

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What's included

What your tour price covers

Included in the price

  • Arrival and departure transfers
  • Overland transport throughout with professional driver
  • All accommodation
  • Services of English-speaking guide / tour leader
  • Meals as listed
  • Entrance fees for sites listed as part of the itinerary

Budget separately for

  • International flights (, contact , us, for expert advice and a quote)
  • Any airport taxes
  • Travel Insurance
  • Visa – To be obtained in advance
  • Drinks
  • Items of personal nature
  • Tips (Discretionary)
Before you go

Essential information

Shared across all tours that visit this destination. Read alongside your individual tour dossier for trip-specific details.

Foreign Office travel advice

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.

Voices from the road

What travellers say about us

Reviews from ninety-plus small-group adventures worldwide, written by the people who took them.

“Many very good game drives with excellent guides who were very experienced, so I saw a lot of wildlife. Excellent.”
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Eric Firkins, UK

“The tour leader, Olaf Stals, did a sterling job. Charming, accessible, enthusiastic and a good communicator. Olaf has an in-depth knowledge of the mechanics of seamless travelling and managed the group very effectively. The tour was challenging but very good organisation and professional tour leadership made it a success.”
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Gustavo Musto, Uruguay

“When asked by other travellers why I book with Undiscovered Destinations, it's because of the chance to visit places few, if any, other tour operators go to. ”
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Oliver Grumitt, UK

“The tour leader, Olaf Stals, did a sterling job. Charming, accessible, enthusiastic and a good communicator. Olaf has an in-depth knowledge of the mechanics of seamless travelling and managed the group very effectively. The tour was challenging but very good organisation and professional tour leadership made it a success.”
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Gustavo Musto, Uruguay

“Given the countries involved, I thought the accommodation was better than I expected. Our guide was knowledgeable. He was kind and provided snacks and stories to while away the very long driving days. ”
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Traveller from the UK

“An excellent trip. We saw all that we expected to and more. Very good guide, helpful and considerate. Tour met and exceeded my expectations ”
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Martin Robathan, UK

“Quite the best guide and driver we have encountered in 45 years of travel.”
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John Davies, UK

“You have a good choice of more adventurous options. Standards are good. Prices competitive”
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Stewart Mitchell, UK

“This was our first trip with Undiscovered Destinations and we were very impressed. You have some very interesting itineraries so we hope we will travel with you again and we will certainly be recommending Romania to our friends”
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Anne Walton, UK

“The initial version of our 17-night tailor made itinerary was virtually spot on, covering all the interests. All we did was put in a few extra days for a more relaxed experience. The turnaround was quick and emails were responded to promptly. The process was quick and simple and we received all our final documentation in good time. All the information received was very helpful. ”
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Helen Jackson, UK

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Common questions

Things travellers usually ask

  • How many travellers will be in my group?

    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.

  • Can I travel solo?

    Yes, solo travellers are welcome on every small-group tour. A private single room is offered on every trip, with the single-room supplement listed alongside the departure price. If you’d rather share, you can opt for a twin room with another solo traveller of the same gender. Around 60% of UD travellers come solo, so you’ll be in good company.

  • How fit do I need to be?

    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.

  • When are the next departures?

    The next available departures are 10 April 2027; 1 August 2027; 8 April 2028. See the "Choose your departure" table further up the page for the full schedule and per-departure pricing.

  • Will my departure definitely run?

    Yes. Departures marked Guaranteed on this page run whether one traveller books or twelve. We never cancel a confirmed tour for lack of numbers, so you can book flights and time off around it with confidence.

  • What's included in the tour price?

    Included items vary by tour — see the full list above. On this trip, expect: Arrival and departure transfers; Overland transport throughout with professional driver; All accommodation; and more. International flights and travel insurance are not included.

  • Where exactly does this trip go?

    This tour visits Malawi. 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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