Duration
6-Day
Accra, Malawi
6-Day Malawi Wildlife & Beach Safari
Overview
Explore the 'Warm Heart of Africa' on this short private tour and experience the wildlife park Majete and Lake Malawi. Majete has grown to a Big 5 reserve in the past years with the government's protection plan, including reintroducing endangered species. You can now encounter the Big 5, elands, kudus, sable antelopes, zebras, and more. The lake provides the perfect location for relaxation, water sports, and getting in touch with the welcoming locals.
Plan snapshot
Quick Facts
Route
Blantyre to Lilongwe
Via Majete WR, Cape Maclear (Lake Malawi), Mumbo Island (Lake Malawi)
Country & park
Malawi
Style
Mid-range safari
Group size
1-12 travelers
Starts
Any day if available
Minimum age
18 years
Activities
game drives & beach time
Accommodation
Thawale Lodge - Mid-range tented camp inside Majete WR
Meals
Day 1: Lunch & Dinner Included; Day 2: All Meals Included; Breakfast & Dinner Included
Pickup
Airport transfer included
Booking
Request quote
Currency
USD
Rates
Rates Per Person
USD
Start datesSingle2+ people
Jan 1, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026
n/a* USD
$2,370 USD
Before booking
Important To Know
This tour is not available to solo travelers or groups larger than 4 people.
Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).
This tour is unavailable for children.
Quote flow
Request Guidance
We advise requesting quotes from 3 operators ()
Requests are sent directly to the tour operator
If preferred, you can contact the tour operator directly
Route
country
Malawi
Start
Blantyre (Day 1)
Day 1-2
Majete WR
Day 3
Cape Maclear (Lake Malawi)
Day 4-5
Mumbo Island (Lake Malawi)
End
Lilongwe (Day 6)
Tour Features
Mid-range tour
This mid-range tour uses lodges and tented camps.
Private tour
This tour will be organized exclusively for you. However, wildlife viewing activities are run by the lodges/camps and will be shared with others.
Can start any day
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Can be customized
You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.
Not for solo travelers
Solo travelers cannot book this private tour.
18
Minimum age of 18 years
The minimum age for this tour is 18 years.
Activities & Transportation
Activities: game drives & beach time
Game drives: open-sided 4x4 vehicle
Getting around: normal 4x4 vehicle
We can book some international flights, depending on the country of origin and the country being visited, but most of the time we advise clients and they book the flights themselves.
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Accommodation & Meals
Day 1-2
Thawale Lodge
Mid-range tented camp inside Majete WR
Day 1: Lunch & Dinner Included; Day 2: All Meals Included
Day 3-5
Chembe Eagles Nest Lodge
Mid-range lodge in Cape Maclear (Lake Malawi) – Breakfast & Dinner Included
Breakfast & Dinner Included
Day 6
End of tour
(No accommodation)
Breakfast Included
Day By Day
Tour step
Arrival
You'll be collected from the airport. Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
Day 1
Blantyre - Majete Wildlife Reserve
After arrival at the airport, you will be met and taken to Majete Wildlife Reserve. Long neglected, Majete has been the scene of an impressive relocation program. To date, 2,559 animals from 14 species have been reintroduced, including the Big Five: leopard, elephant, buffalo, black rhino, and lion. Other mammals reintroduced were eland, sable, waterbuck, nyala, hartebeest, impala, zebra, warthog, and bushpig. This makes Majete one of the only reserves in Malawi where the Big 5 can be viewed all year round. You will check in at Thawale Lodge, situated within the park in the Shire Valley, and in the afternoon (time-dependent), you will go on your first shared afternoon game drive. Driving time: ~2 hours. Mid-range tented camp located inside Majete WR Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) Drinks not included
Destination: Majete Wildlife Reserve Stay: Thawale Lodge Mid-range tented camp located inside Majete WR Meals: Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) Drinks not included
Day 2
Majete Wildlife Reserve
You will have a morning and an afternoon shared safari drive included. Apart from land animals, you can also see aquatic animals like hippos and crocodiles, which can be found near the river. Between activities, you can look out onto the lodges' waterhole and see animals that come to drink. Mid-range tented camp located inside Majete WR All meals included Drinks not included
Destination: Majete Wildlife Reserve Stay: Thawale Lodge Mid-range tented camp located inside Majete WR Meals: All meals included Drinks not included
Day 3
Majete Wildlife Reserve - Lake Malawi
Enjoy a last shared morning game drive on the plateau before you head on to Lake Malawi. You will stay in one of the 11 chalets at Chembe Eagles Nest, a simplistic beach resort in Cape Maclear/Chembe with lake and hill views. Cape Maclear is located on the Nankumba Peninsula, at the southern end of Lake Malawi. Surrounded by forested mountains, it’s known for the sandy beaches and granite rocks of Lake Malawi National Park. Driving time: ~5 1/2 hours. Mid-range lodge located in Cape Maclear (Lake Malawi) Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included) Drinks not included
Destination: Cape Maclear (Lake Malawi) Stay: Chembe Eagles Nest Lodge Mid-range lodge located in Cape Maclear (Lake Malawi) Meals: Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included) Drinks not included
Day 4
Lake Malawi
At Chembe Eagles Nest, you can simply relax and sunbathe or choose to be active and go boating, fishing, swimming in the pool or the lake, or walking on the beach (motorised activities are at additional charges). Enjoy sitting around the campfire in the evening while listening to the local music. Mid-range lodge located in Cape Maclear (Lake Malawi) Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included) Drinks not included
Destination: Mumbo Island (Lake Malawi) Stay: Chembe Eagles Nest Lodge Mid-range lodge located in Cape Maclear (Lake Malawi) Meals: Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included) Drinks not included
Day 6
Lake Malawi - Lilongwe
Have a last breakfast with a view of Lake Malawi before you are taken to Lilongwe, where your Malawi adventure ends. Driving time: ~4 1/2 hours. Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included
Destination: No major destination visited Stay: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included
Tour step
End of tour
Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost. You'll be dropped off at the airport.
Included
Park fees (For non-residents)
All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
A professional driver/guide
All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
All Taxes/VAT
Roundtrip airport transfer
Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Excluded
International flights (From/to home)
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Some meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Drinks
Getting There
This tour starts in Blantyre and ends in Lilongwe, Malawi
We can book some international flights, depending on the country of origin and the country being visited, but most of the time we advise clients and they book the flights themselves.
Fly to Chileka Airport (BLZ - Check price) near Blantyre
Fly back from Lilongwe Airport (LLW - Check price)
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Offered by
Indigo Safaris
4.9 operator rating
213 reviews
Indigo Safaris are experts in bespoke travel in Africa. We know every place we sell, having lived in Southern & Eastern Africa, and having travelled extensively in the countries we promote. With team members in SA, Zimbabwe, Namibia, Tanzania, the UK, & the USA, we only work with the best, tried and tested local suppliers, and sell at the same rate, or less, as if you contacted them directly. We visit suppliers regularly to maintain delivery standards and find new locations for your adventures
Offices In
United Kingdom, United States, Seychelles, South Africa
Size
10-20 employees (Founded in 2009)
Member Of
ASTA, APTA, FGASA & DEMA
Tour Types
Customizable private tours and fixed group tours
Destinations
Botswana, Comoros, Madagascar, Malawi, Mauritius, Mozambique, Namibia, Rwanda, Seychelles, South Africa, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia, Zimbabwe
Practical answers
Tour FAQs
Are rates charged per person?
Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
Which currency is this tour priced in?
This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).
Can children join this tour?
This tour is unavailable for children.
Can this tour start on my preferred date?
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Can the itinerary be customized?
You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.
Where do travelers stay during this tour?
Thawale Lodge - Mid-range tented camp inside Majete WR. Meals: Day 1: Lunch & Dinner Included; Day 2: All Meals Included
Are airport transfers included?
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
How does the quote request work?
We advise requesting quotes from 3 operators () Requests are sent directly to the tour operator If preferred, you can contact the tour operator directly
Operator policy
Terms and Conditions
Disclaimer
This tour is offered by Indigo Safaris, not SafariBookings.
This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.
If you request changes to this tour, the advertised rates will likely change.
The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
If an accommodation is fully booked, the operator will suggest a comparable alternative.
This tour is subject to the terms & conditions of Indigo Safaris.
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