Vic Falls and Malawi Southern Expedition

This budget Vic Falls and Malawi Southern Safari starts with game viewing in Mikumi National Park and a traditional Tanzanian dinner in a Masai Hut, before leaving from Tanzania and crossing into Malawi.

We spend the next few days relaxing on the sandy beaches of tropical Lake Malawi. Making our way south via Lilongwe and along the scenic shores of this African Great Lake, abundant in sea life, we have the chance to experience some great scuba diving and snorkelling amongst a host of other activities.

Crossing the border into Zambia we go to the South Luangwan National Park, home to an array of wildlife and an abundance of bird species.

The last leg of this Tanzania & Malawi Camping Safari journeys through sub-tropical Chipata and the Zambian capital Lusaka before ending in Zimbabwe where you visit one of the seven wonders of the world, The Victoria Falls. 

Day 1: Dar es Salaam to Mukumi National Park – Tanzania

On day one of this Vic Falls and Malawi Camping Safari we set off from the historical port city of Dar es Salaam into the Tanzanian highlands to Mukumi National Park, the 4th largest National Park in Tanzania.

Today we enjoy an optional afternoon game drive through Mikumi Park, home to lion, zebra, wildebeest, impala, buffalo and elephant. 

Optional Activity: Afternoon game drive in Mikumi National Park.

Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Day 2: Iringa - Tanzania

Today we leave the warm Indian Ocean coastline travelling inland to Iringa, located in the highland tea growing area of Tanzania.

In the evening we enjoy a traditional Tanzanian experience, eating in a local Masai Hut.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3: Northern Lake Malawi, Chitimba – Malawi

Departing from Iringa we cross into Malawi making our way to the northern beaches of Lake Malawi, via scenic mountain passes. We descend to our next stop the small lakeside village of Chitimba.

Here we get to relax on the sandy beaches of Lake Malawi and participate in optional activities. You can take a short hike to the 50m high Manchawe Falls covering a cave where locals hid from slave traders in colonial times. 

Lake Malawi is known for its friendly locals and fresh fish, in addition to the excellent water activities at this scenic lake. The third largest and second deepest lake in Africa, Lake Malawi is an impressive inland body of freshwater that covers one fifth of Malawi.

Optional Activities: Hiking, Abseiling, Water sports etc.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4 - 5: Central Lake Malawi, Kande – Malawi

Next we take a short drive south along the idyllic shores of this African Great Lake to Kande Beach, near Kande Island. In Kande we have time to relax on the unspoiled white sand beaches and swim in the clear blue waters of Lake Malawi. There are plenty of optional water sports activities to choose from, as well as activities such as horse riding.

On day two at Kande Beach we take a guided walking tour of one of the local villages lead by a local resident. This cultural excursion (included in the tour price) gives us a chance to meet some of the friendly locals and get a glimpse of life in Malawi, the "Warm Heart of Africa".

Optional Activities: Scuba diving, windsurfing, fishing, canoeing, horse riding and craft shopping.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 6: Lilongwe – Malawi

We visit the Lilongwe Wildlife Centre, Malawi’s only sanctuary for rescued, orphaned and injured wild animals. The Centre is set on 180 hectares of beautiful woodland, Lilongwe’s only protected wilderness. 

Optional Activities: City Tour
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 7: South Luangwa National Park – Zambia

Early in the morning we drive into Zambia making our way to the South Luangwa National Park.

We spend two nights at our campsite right on the banks of the Luangwa River. You can often see Hippo and other animals from the campsite bar. Luangwa Park is known for its high concentration of leopards and hippos. Later this afternoon we enjoy a guided afternoon to sunset game drive in the South Luangwa NP (included in tour).

Optional Activities: Morning Game Drive and Game Walk in South Luangwa Park.

Day 8: South Luangwa National Park – Zambia

You have the option of embarking on another game drive in the morning. Luangwa Park is known for its high concentration of leopards and hippos.

After lunch we visit the community run tribal textile project and a local village.

Optional Activities: Morning Game Drive and Game Walk.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 9: Chipata – Zambia

We leave South Luangwa National Park today and have a relatively short drive through to Chipata where we will relax in the afternoon.

Zambia is truly African and an adjustment from the more western ways of Southern Africa. There are many rural villages and farming communities in this lush part of Africa.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 10: Lusaka – Zambia

The journey towards the bustling Zambian capital of Lusaka takes us along an interesting route. On week days there may be the opportunity to visit one of the interesting local markets of the Zambian capital city.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 11: Victoria Falls – Zimbabwe

On the last day of our Vic Falls and Malawi Southern Expedition we drive from Lusaka, across the Zimbabwean border and into Victoria Falls.

For those that wish to remain in Livingstone (on the Zambian side) this can be arranged. Although camping tour ends here we do recommend that you spend another 1-2 nights in this area to experience Victoria Falls and the many exciting adrenaline activities here, such as Zambezi white water rafting or walking with lions.

Optional Activities: Dinner out in Victoria Falls.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch