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South Luangwa & Lake Malawi
USD 8350
MAY-OCT
10 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 14450 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 : Mfuwe Airport
South Luangwa Central
01 : Puku Ridge
02 : Puku Ridge
03 : Puku Ridge
South Luangwa North
04 : Lion Camp
05 : Lion Camp
06 : Lion Camp
07 : Lion Camp
Lake Malawi
08 : Pumulani Lodge
09 : Pumulani Lodge
10 : Pumulani Lodge
End location : Lilongwe International
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 1 , 2 , 3
Arrival : 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 4 , 5 , 6 , 7
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 8 , 9 , 10
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.
Day 11
Departure : Lilongwe International
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