Duration
4-Day
Liwonde National Park, Malawi
Liwonde National Park offers a rich 3-night safari experience, combining river cruises on the Shire River with game drives through scenic woodlands. You'll enjoy close encounters with elephants, hippos, diverse antelope, and vibrant birdlife. Morning walks, sunset cruises, and peaceful lodge stays create a balanced mix of adventure and relaxation. Liwonde is one of Malawi's most memorable wildlife destinations.
Plan snapshot
Duration
4-Day
Route
Lilongwe to Lilongwe (City)
Via Liwonde NP
Country & park
Malawi / Liwonde National Park
Style
Mid-range safari
Group size
1-12 travelers
Starts
Any day if available
Minimum age
12 years
Activities
game drives, specialized birding (with a professional birding guide) & boat trip
Accommodation
Chimwale Bush Camp - Mid-range self catering accommodation inside Liwonde NP – All Meals Included
Meals
All Meals Included; Breakfast Included
Pickup
Airport transfer included
Booking
Request quote
Currency
USD
Rates
USD
Before booking
Quote flow
This mid-range tour uses self catering accommodations.
This tour will be organized exclusively for you and won't be shared with others.
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.
Solo travelers can book this private tour.
The minimum age for this tour is 12 years.
Day 1-3
Mid-range self catering accommodation inside Liwonde NP – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 4
(No accommodation)
Breakfast Included
Tour step
You'll be collected from the airport. Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
Day 1
Upon arrival in Lilongwe, you are warmly welcomed and begin your scenic transfer to Liwonde National Park, passing through rural landscapes and traditional villages that offer a first glimpse of Malawi’s natural beauty. After entering the park, you'll continue to your lodge, where you are greeted by friendly staff and guided through check-in. Once settled, you can unwind, take in the peaceful surroundings, and enjoy the sounds of the Shire River nearby. As evening approaches, a delicious dinner is served, allowing you to relax after your journey and prepare for the exciting wildlife experiences that await in the days ahead. Mid-range self catering accommodation located inside Liwonde NP All meals included Drinks not included
Day 2
On the second day, your adventure begins with an early morning game drive from 6:00 to 9:00 am, the perfect time to witness wildlife at its most active as the sun rises over Liwonde’s landscapes. After returning to the lodge, you'll enjoy a hearty breakfast before settling into a few hours of relaxation—whether resting, watching birds from the deck, or simply taking in the peaceful views. Lunch is served at 1:30 pm, offering a refreshing break before you head out again for A boat ride on the Shire River at 3:00 pm, giving you a chance to spot crocodiles, hippos, and riverine birds. You'll return to camp around sunset and unwind before dinner is served at 6:00 pm, ending the day with a warm meal and the calming sounds of the bush surrounding you. Mid-range self catering accommodation located inside Liwonde NP All meals included Drinks not included
Day 3
On the third day, the schedule mirrors the previous one, but with a special emphasis on birding during the morning game drive. Your day begins at 6:00 am as you head out with a specialist guide who helps you spot Liwonde’s remarkable birdlife, like fish eagles, bee-eaters, kingfishers, hornbills, and many wetland species that thrive along the river and floodplains. The drive continues until 9:00 am, offering plenty of time to enjoy both birds and larger wildlife. After returning to the lodge, breakfast is served, followed by a relaxing break where you can rest, review your sightings, or enjoy the peaceful surroundings. Lunch is at 1:30 pm, giving you time to recharge before the afternoon game drive at 3:00 pm, which again offers excellent opportunities to encounter elephants, antelope, and more. The day ends with a 6:00 pm dinner, rounding off another rewarding day in Liwonde National Park. Mid-range self catering accommodation located inside Liwonde NP All meals included Drinks not included
Day 4
On the fourth day, your final morning in Liwonde begins with a relaxed breakfast at the lodge, giving you a last chance to enjoy the peaceful atmosphere and elephant sightings at your lodge balcony and reflect on your wildlife experiences. After your meal, you'll complete check-out and begin the journey back to Lilongwe, traveling through scenic countryside and rural communities along the way. Your driver transfers you safely to your point of exit in Lilongwe—whether the airport, hotel, or onward connection—marking the end of your memorable safari adventure in Liwonde National Park. Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included
Tour step
Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost. You'll be dropped off at the airport.
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)
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
Drinks
Offered by
We’re a Malawian tour operator offering bespoke adventure holidays, from Wildlife Safaris to Beach escapes at Cape Maclear and city stays. Passionate about cultural exchange, we offer clients local village life experience, where they learn basic local language, traditions, and daily routines of Malawi. Our safaris and outdoor activities cater to nature lovers, while cultural enthusiasts can enjoy authentic experiences. We also operate 3 lodges (Quest Lodges and Safari).
Office In
Malawi
Size
20-50 employees (Founded in 2020)
Tour Types
Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
Destinations
Malawi, Zambia
Traveler feedback
Overall
5.0/5Communication
5.0/5Accuracy
5.0/5Value
5.0/5Safety clarity
5.0/5Cultural value
5.0/5The trip went off without any problems as they are in constant contact with you to make sure everything is going as planned, very reliable as there were no glitches, excellent value for the money, everyone so helpful and kind to deal with…every day was a a new experience
Bruce · Nicaragua
I had a 12-Day safari & cultural journey in Malawi and South Luangwa (Zambia) with remarkable experience & memories. I visited three national parks: MAJETE, LIWONDE, and LUANGWA. My itinerary started from Blantyre via Lilongwe to South Luangwa before getting back to Lilongwe for my inbound flight. The full-board quote was indeed designed and tailored according to my interest. The program contained detailed information one may need. All transports, incl. airport transfers, were taken care using a private car with Chikondi as a skilled driver. She always showed up according to the plan. Chikondi was informative and flexible to provide answer to my numerous questions & curiousness about the society, culture, nature, etc. during many hours of our road transport. All the accommodations (Thawale Lodge, Huntingdon House, Zomba Forest Lodge, Latitude Hotel, Flatdogs Camp, and Lilongwe Quest lodges and safaris) were of great standards with professional services. Except Kutchire Lodge in Liwonde National Park which is to consider as a “very-low-budget” lodge. Nearly everything was in poor condition with low value. But all the staffs were friendly and tried their best. However, that didn’t overshadow my overall experience through the entire journey in Malawi & Zambia.
Zia · Norway
We had a fantastic trip to Malawi. Chikondi was an excellent guide. She was flexible to all our last minute changes and suggested extra excursions when we had a bit of spare time. I would highly recommend Quest Lodges and Safari.
Heidi · Canada
Although we are used to travel individually and organize our trips by ourselves, we experienced very valuable help and support from Quest. They organised car, driver, and accommodation for our 14 day tour to Malawi. Very reliable, great help when we had to change our itinerary last minute due to the fuel crisis. Strongly recommended, good value for money.
Helmut · Germany
Practical answers
Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).
This tour accepts children who are 12 years and older.
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.
Chimwale Bush Camp - Mid-range self catering accommodation inside Liwonde NP – All Meals Included. Meals: All Meals Included
This tour starts and ends in Lilongwe
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Operator policy
This tour is offered by Quest Lodges and Safari, 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 Quest Lodges and Safari.
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