Duration
3-Day
Liwonde National Park, Malawi
3-Day Liwonde National Park Safari Adventure
Overview
During this adventure, we will visit Liwonde National Park, Malawi's leading safari destination. Managed by African Parks, this safari allows us to look for those bigger animals recently reintroduced in the country. In addition, you will get to see the well-balanced ecology in this magnificent park.
Plan snapshot
Quick Facts
Route
Lilongwe to Lilongwe (City)
Via Liwonde NP
Country & park
Malawi / Liwonde National Park
Style
Shared safari
Group size
1-12 travelers
Starts
Any day if available
Minimum age
18 years
Activities
game drives & boat trip
Accommodation
Budget camping Bordering Liwonde NP without fences – Day 1: Dinner Included – Day 2: Breakfast & Dinner Included - Bordering Liwonde NP without fences
Meals
Day 1: Dinner Included; Day 2: Breakfast & Dinner Included; Breakfast Included
Pickup
Airport transfer included
Booking
Request quote
Currency
USD
Solo travelers
Can join this group tour
Rates
Rates Per Person
USD
Start datesSingle2+ people
Jan 1, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026
n/a* USD
$880 USD
Jan 1, 2027 - Dec 31, 2027
n/a* USD
$880 USD
Before booking
Important To Know
This tour is not available to single travelers or groups larger than 5 people.
This group tour requires a minimum of 2 people to run.
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
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Requests are sent directly to the tour operator
If preferred, you can contact the tour operator directly
Route
country
Malawi
Start
Lilongwe (Day 1)
Day 1-2
Liwonde NP
End
Lilongwe (City) (Day 3)
Tour Features
Participation camping
Guests must assist with camp chores. See the first day description for more info.
Shared tour
On this shared tour, you will join a group of other travelers. Max 5 people per vehicle.
Can start any day
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Cannot be customized
The accommodations and destinations of this tour cannot be changed.
Not for single travelers
Single travelers cannot join this group tour and it requires a minimum of 2 people to run.
18
Minimum age of 18 years
The minimum age for this tour is 18 years.
Activities & Transportation
Activities: game drives & boat trip
Game drives: normal 4x4 vehicle & open-sided 4x4 vehicle
Getting around: minivan & normal 4x4 vehicle
Book your own international flights when using this operator
A transfer from and back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost
Accommodation & Meals
Day 1-2
Budget camping Bordering Liwonde NP without fences – Day 1: Dinner Included – Day 2: Breakfast & Dinner Included
Bordering Liwonde NP without fences
Day 1: Dinner Included; Day 2: Breakfast & Dinner Included
Day 3
End of tour
(No accommodation)
Breakfast Included
Day By Day
Tour step
Arrival
A transfer from the airport can be arranged for an extra cost. Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
Day 1
Lilongwe to Liwonde National Park
Departing from Lilongwe between 7 and 8 am, depending on your pick-up location and that of your fellow travelers, we make our way to Liwonde National Park. En-route we make a few photo stops, if time allows, to arrive in time for lunch. After setting up camp we meet with our captain for the afternoon boat safari. Overnight: Liwonde Safari Camp - Camping. Bordering Liwonde NP without fences Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included) Drinks not included
Destination: Liwonde National Park Stay: Budget camping Bordering Liwonde NP without fences Meals: Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included) Drinks not included
Day 2
Liwonde National Park
Today we have a full day at Liwonde National Park. After an early cup of coffee, we enter the park for an early morning game drive. Breakfast will be served on our return, and the rest of the morning is at leisure. After lunch its time to gather the binoculars and sun hat once more for our afternoon game drive. Overnight: Liwonde Safari Camp - Camping. Bordering Liwonde NP without fences Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included) Drinks not included
Destination: Liwonde National Park Stay: Budget camping Bordering Liwonde NP without fences Meals: Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included) Drinks not included
Day 3
Liwonde National Park to Lilongwe
After breakfast and breaking up camp we still have the morning to enjoy. There is an optional hour birding hike available, within the perimeter of the lodge, before making our way back to Lilongwe. End of service. Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included
Destination: Lilongwe (City) 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. A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
Included
Park fees (For non-residents)
All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
Camping equipment
A professional driver/guide
All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
All Taxes/VAT
Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Bed linen
Bath towels
Excluded
International flights (From/to home)
Roundtrip airport transfer
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
Tips (Tipping guideline US$25.00 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 and ends in Lilongwe
Book your own international flights when using this operator
Fly to/from Lilongwe Airport (LLW - Check price)
A transfer from and back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Offered by
Barefoot Lodge And Safaris
4.8 operator rating
Barefoot Lodge and Safaris, run and owned by Rudolf Badenhorst, a South African who specializes in spectacular African travel destinations and accommodation. Rudolf is passionate about the beauty and diversity of Africa and loves to share this with all his guests.
Office In
Malawi
Size
10-20 employees (Founded in 2018)
Tour Types
Luxury tours with set start dates and a fixed itinerary
Destinations
Botswana, Eswatini, Lesotho, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, South Africa, Tanzania, Zambia
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?
The accommodations and destinations of this tour cannot be changed.
Where do travelers stay during this tour?
Budget camping Bordering Liwonde NP without fences – Day 1: Dinner Included – Day 2: Breakfast & Dinner Included - Bordering Liwonde NP without fences. Meals: Day 1: Dinner Included; Day 2: Breakfast & Dinner Included
Where does this tour start and end?
This tour starts and ends in Lilongwe
Are airport transfers included?
A transfer from and back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost
Operator policy
Terms and Conditions
Disclaimer
This tour is offered by Barefoot Lodge And Safaris, not SafariBookings.
This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.
This group tour requires a minimum of 2 people to run.
The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
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