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Vic Falls, South Luangwa & Malawi
USD 17100
MAY-OCT
21 NIGHTS
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We are able to vary the price of this trip considerably, simply by swapping out the lodges that it contains. This is likely to have a very significant effect on the level of polish of the trip, but in all cases it will remain cool and authentic. Make your selection here and the lodges will automatically change in the itinerary below.
USD
21200
per person
This trip includes only the very best lodges in each location, suitable if you are looking for the ultimate polished and elegant experience.
Trip Summary
Start location :
Livingstone Airport
Livingstone
South Luangwa Central
03
:
Puku Ridge
04
:
Puku Ridge
05
:
Puku Ridge
South Luangwa North
06
:
Lion Camp
07
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Lion Camp
08
:
Lion Camp
Lake Malawi
09
:
Pumulani Lodge
10
:
Pumulani Lodge
11
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Pumulani Lodge
12
:
Pumulani Lodge
Liwonde
13
:
Kuthengo Camp
14
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Kuthengo Camp
15
:
Kuthengo Camp
Majete and Lengwe
16
:
Mkulumadzi Lodge
17
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Mkulumadzi Lodge
18
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Mkulumadzi Lodge
Mount Mulanje
19
:
Huntingdon House
20
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Huntingdon House
21
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Huntingdon House
End location :
Blantyre International
Livingstone
Set in the south of Zambia and home to the Victoria Falls, Livingstone is one of the most alluring locations in Africa, surprisingly pleasant and undeveloped. Guest accommodation is in around 20 diverse hotels and lodges, offering a very wide range of safari, active and cultural activities.
Day 1 , 2
Arrival : Livingstone
lodge
Thorntree River Lodge
Thorntree River Lodge is located in the Livingstone area.
The lodge is centred on a funky main building, leading out to a large swimming pool and jetty.
Guest accommodation is in twelve rather glamorous tented Suites. Two pairs can be combined to make Family Suites.
Activities include visits to the Victoria Falls, vehicle safari, motorboat safari, canoe safari and white-water rafting.
A visit to the falls themselves is surprisingly interesting and impressive.
Scenic flights over the falls can be done by helicopter, light aircraft or micro-light.
The are various high adrenaline options for bungee jumping, gorge swinging and zip-lining.
The gorge below the falls is one of the best locations in the world for white-water rafting.
Motorboat safari on the languid river above the falls can be surprisingly good for wildlife.
This is also a great location for canoeing, with the "Smoke that Thunders" beyond.
Some modest vehicle safari is available in various reserves in the area.
Walking safari is also possible in some locations.
South Luangwa Central
The central sector of South Luangwa is the most accessible and has the most accessible wildlife, especially during the Nov-May green season, but is also the most busy, with larger lodges and higher vehicle densities.
Day 3 , 4 , 5
Fly : Livingstone to Lusaka
Fly : Lusaka to Mfuwe
lodge
Puku Ridge
Puku Ridge is located in the South Luangwa Central area.
The lodge is centred on a main building with a wooden deck viewing platform.
Guest accommodation is in eight Rooms with indoor bathrooms, plunge pools & starbeds.
Activities are centred on vehicle safari and night vehicle safari, with lesser options for walking safari.
The primary activity is vehicle safari inside the national park.
Night vehicle is also permitted for a couple of hours after sundown.
Walking safari tends to focus more on the details of flora and lesser fauna.
South Luangwa North
The northern sector of South Luangwa is relatively remote and very strong for wildlife, with guest accommodation in a fine selection of intimate camps and offering a range of very strong dry safari activities.
Day 6 , 7 , 8
lodge
Lion Camp
Lion Camp is located in the South Luangwa North area.
The camp is centred on a large open-sided 'chitenge', including a swimming pool.
... and two larger Deluxe Suites with outside bathtubs.
Activities include vehicle safari, night vehicle safari and walking safari.
Walking safari is also high on the agenda and may include deliberate approaches onto elephants and lions.
Lake Malawi
Lake Malawi is a vast inland sea, renowned for its prolific endemic fish species. It contains some gorgeous tropical islands and is surrounded by pretty beaches. Guest accommodation is in a handful of high quality lodges, offering a wide range of marine, active and cultural activities.
Day 9 , 10 , 11 , 12
Fly : Mfuwe to Lilongwe International
lodge
Pumulani Lodge
Pumulani Lodge is located in the Cape Maclear area of Lake Malawi.
The lodge is centred on a substantial main building, leading out to a swimming pool.
Guest accommodation is in ten very spacious Villas, one of which is a Family Villa with two bedrooms.
There is a further large swimming pool down by the beach.
Activities include village walks, kayaking, water-skiing, diving, snorkelling and sailing.
Village walks and cultural interaction are a particular pleasure in this area.
The lake is perfect for kayaking.
This is also a rare location for water-skiing in Africa.
Diving largely focuses in the rare cyclid fish in the lake.
The are is also ideal for snorkelling.
It is also possible to go sailing in a traditional dhow.
Liwonde
Set to the south of Lake Malawi, Liwonde is the country’s most attractive wildlife reserve, with gorgeous riverine scenery and a good range of wildlife. Guest accommodation is in a handful of decent lodges, offering a good range of wet and dry safari activities, notably including some very strong motorboat safari.
Day 13 , 14 , 15
lodge
Kuthengo Camp
Kuthengo Camp is located in the Liwonde area of southern Malawi.
The camp is centred on a very simple tented mess, leading out to a campfire area.
Guest accommodation is in just four tented Suites, one of which is a larger Family Suite, all with air-conditioning.
Activities include motorboat safari, vehicle safari, walking safari, village visits and mountain biking.
The primary activity is vehicle safari during daylight hours.
Walking safari is also offered, often including approaches onto elephants.
Perhaps the biggest highlight is the superb motorboat safari.
Majete and Lengwe
Set in the south of Malawi, Majete and Lengwe are two relatively small wildlife reserves, much rehabilitated in recent years and now offering the best chances of encountering large predators and rhinos in the country. Guest accommodation is in just one particularly good lodge.
Day 16 , 17 , 18
lodge
Mkulumadzi Lodge
Mkulumadzi Lodge is located in the Majete area.
The lodge is centred on a thatched main building, leading out to a campfire and swimming pool.
Guest accommodation is in eight substantial Suite Rooms, including two Family Suites with two bedrooms.
Activities include vehicle safari, walking safari, motorboat safari, hides and village visits.
The primary activity is vehicle safari during daylight hours.
Walking safari is also offered and may include approaches onto elephants.
There are also opportunities for motorboat safari on the Shire River.
Mount Mulanje
Set in the southeast of Malawi, Mount Mulanje is a scenic upland area, containing some interesting multiple day hiking trails and attractive tea plantations. Guest accommodation is in a handful of historic properties from the Colonial Era, offering a chance to really relax, as well as experience a range of active and cultural activities.
Day 19 , 20 , 21
lodge
Huntingdon House
Huntingdon House is set on the Satemwa Tea Estate in southern Malawi.
This 1934 house is the centrepiece of an historic tea plantation, owned by the Cathcart Kay family since 1923.
Guest accommodation is in just elegant five suites, starting with Mother's Room.
Planter's Room can be accommodate a family of four and has a private patio.
The Nursery can sleep up to three guests and also has a private patio.
Father's Room has one large bed and a large corner patio.
The Chapel has high ceilings, a very large bed and another nice private patio.
Activities include tea and coffee tours, mountain biking, hiking and trips to Mount Mujanje.
The main highlight here are tours of the Satemwa tea estate.
A late afternoon walk leads to sundowners at a scenic spot.
Day 22
Departure : Blantyre International
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