Best of Southern Malawi

Majete Game Reserve * Satemwe Tea Plantation * Liwonde National Park * Lake Malawi

Discover the soul of Malawi on this enchanting 12-night journey through the country’s southern heartlands. The Best of Southern Malawi Safari reveals the extraordinary diversity of its landscapes—from untamed wilderness and tranquil rivers to rolling tea fields and the shimmering shores of Lake Malawi.

Best of Southern Malawi at a Glance:

• Explore Majete Wildlife Reserve, a conservation success story with 3 nights Mkulumadzi Safari Lodge, Fully Inclusive
• Stay 2 nights at the historic Huntingdon House amid Satemwa’s tea fields, Full Board & Activities*
• Enjoy river safaris and wildlife encounters in Liwonde National Park, 3 nights Kuthengo Camp, Fully inclusive
• End your journey in barefoot luxury on the shores of Lake Malawi, 4 nights Pumulani Lodge, Full Board & selected activities (mainly non-motorised)

Note: that Majete and Satemwe may be switched around for better road transfer logistics

Your adventure begins with three nights in the wild beauty of Majete Wildlife Reserve, Malawi’s first Big Five destination and a model of successful conservation.

From there, travel south to the verdant Satemwa Tea Estate, a scenic contrast of emerald plantations and colonial charm.

Continue to Liwonde National Park, where Kuthengo Camp offers close encounters with elephant, hippo, and rare antelope against a backdrop of sweeping floodplains. Finally, unwind in barefoot luxury at Pumulani Lodge, a lakeside retreat offering serene beaches, gentle water activities, and glorious sunsets over the lake.

Tailor This Safari

This journey can be easily tailored to your interests. Add a stop on the Zomba Plateau at Ku Chawe Inn for scenic mountain walks and sweeping views, creating a 14-night adventure. Alternatively, extend north to the Nyika Plateau, Malawi’s highland wilderness, for an unforgettable finale.

Good to Know

• Best travelled between April and October, outside the peak rainy season
• Twice-weekly flights (Wednesday & Saturday) operate into and out of Blantyre

• We don't offer this tour during the main summer rains (January to mid March)