Includes
* 7 nights camping & 5 nights in lodge / guest house accommodation
* Entrance fees
* Use of camping equipment (except sleeping bags)
* Transport in safari truck and 4WD
* Meals as per itinerary
* Professional guide
* Lake Malawi snorkelling excursion

Safari into the Luangwa Valley wilderness of Zambia, meet the friendly people of Malawi. Trek the
Mulanje Massif, game walk in Liwonde NP, snorkel, swim and relax on Lake Malawi, enjoy the warm
heart of Africa!

ITINERARY
Day 1 LILONGWE [guesthouse - - -]
The tour starts at 18:00 at the lodge in Lilongwe with a briefing our first evening meal as a group (own expense).
(Please note that for group departures an airport transfer is available off flight ET ex ADD @15:00)

Day 2 - 3 LILONGWE to SOUTH LUANGWA NATIONAL PARK [camping BLD]
Departing from Lilongwe at 06:30 we cross the border into Zambia and make our way down into “the valley” of the
Luangwa River, South Luangwa National Park is wild and remote. It has an abundance of wildlife that is rarely seen in
other game reserves and is one of the finest wildlife sanctuaries in the world, full of hippo, crocodiles, elephants, lion
and leopard. We camp on the banks of the Luangwa River for 2 nights and explore the area on a game walk and open
4WD game drive on day 3. A night drive with spotlights to see nocturnal animals is a highlight. In the midday heat,
the camp has a wonderful entertainment area and swimming pool.

Day 4 LILONGWE [guesthouse BL-]
Returning to Malawi we head again to the Capital, Lilongwe were we restock with fresh supplies in the markets. The
old city centres’ vibrant markets, cafes, shops and restaurants are worth visiting.

Day 5 - 6 MULANJE MASSIF [lodge BLD]
SUNWAY SAFARIS PO Box 2657, Pinegowrie, 2123 Email: sunway@icon.co.za Tel/Fax: +27 (0)11 803 7400/01
We head south to Blantyre, named after the birthplace, in Scotland, of the great African explorer, Dr David
Livingstone. Blantyre began its existence as a mission site in the late 1870s. We tour one of Malawi’s famous tea
plantations en route to Mulanje. Rising from the Phalombe Plain, Mulanje is the highest mountain in Malawi reaching
a height of 3002m. A variety of footpaths lead up the massif and we’ll take a day walk in this area of streams,
waterfalls and towering peaks.

Day 7 - 8 LIWONDE NATIONAL PARK [camping BLD]
Liwonde National Park is situated on the Shire River which flows out of Lake Malawi. The lake and river have created
various vegetation habitats including floodplains, woodland and swamps, which in turn support a large diversity of
wildlife and birds. We’ll camp 2 nights in the reserve and enjoy game drives and a river cruise to appreciate the
different environments.

Day 9 - 10 CAPE MACLEAR [camping BLD]
Following the lake shore we head north via Monkey Bay to Cape Maclear. We’ll camp on the beach in the Lake Malawi
National Park, a World Heritage Site, overlooking the beautiful scattered islands on the lake. We’ll snorkel around the
island at Otter Point to see the colourful endemic fish. We’ll also take a boat out to the islands to explore the
fantastic bays and coves in the area.

Day 11 LIVINGSTONIA BEACH [camping BLD]
The interesting fishing village of Senga Bay is the location of our camp at Livingstonia Beach on the shores of Lake
Malawi. Historically Arab dhows ferried both cargo and passengers across the lake on their way to the coast. Water
sports and time to relax or take a walk with a local guide to the nearby hippo pool.

Day 12 - 13 LILONGWE [guesthouse x1 Bx2 Lx1 -]
We round off our true “warm heart of Africa” adventure in Lilongwe with time to shop through the famous curio
markets!
Tour ends at +/-08:00am on morning of day 13. (Please note that the ET flight out of Lilongwe departs at 03:55am
so a group transfer will be run at 01:00am on morning of day 13)

2008 rate: €: 1295.00 + local payment US$ 300.00 per person

For Departure dates please mail.

DETAILED TOUR INFO
In a nutshell
?? A journey through the warm heart of Africa.
?? All inclusive trip with cultural experience, adventure and wildlife.
?? South Luangwa National Park (Zambia) game walks and open 4WD night drive, Mulanje Massif trekking, Liwonde
NP game walks, Zomba plateau, Lake Malawi and Cape Maclear!
Why travellers like this trip
1. Variety - From the lake shores to the big game valley of the South Luangwa National Park, from the heights of
Mulanje Massif to the river cruise in Liwonde NP!
2. National Parks and wildlife areas - We visit the South Luangwa National Park, famous for its leopards, trek
on the Mulanje Massif, take game walks and river cruises in the Liwonde National Park and visit the World
Heritage site of Cape Maclear.
3. Culture and history - The people of Malawi are among the friendliest and most welcoming in Africa. We will
spend time with our local guides in various places such as Mulanje, Cape Maclear, Luangwa NP and Liwonde.
4. Scenery - Malawi is renowned for its beautiful landscapes of rolling hills and magnificent Lake Malawi. The
South Luangwa valley is classic open African bushveld.
5. Small group - travelling in groups of up to 12 people creates a friendly, holiday atmosphere.
6. Walking - experienced rangers lead us on game walks in South Luangwa valley and Liwonde National Park.
We’ll also have a full day in Mulanje to trek the network of paths across through this mountain region.
7. Adventure - Game drives and bush walks, river cruise, snorkelling, and optional canoeing!
Accommodation
?? Camping - 7 nights on safari we stay at designated campsites in national parks and towns. Campsite facilities
are generally very good but in places can be basic. There are cold, sometimes hot showers, washing facilities,
available at most of the campsites.
Sunway supplies all the camping equipment with the exception of your sleeping bag and pillow. The dome tents
we use are 2.2 x 2.2 x 1.8 metres and putting them up or down takes only 5 minutes. Tents have built-in insect
nets. We supply mattresses, which are about 5 cm thick, warm and comfortable. The camp chairs have a
backrest.
?? Guesthouse - 3 nights on Lilongwe are spent in a comfortable, but basic, guesthouse in a suburb of Lilongwe.
Rooms are basic twin sharing with shared ablutions.
?? Mountain Lodge - 2 nights in Mulanje (Malawi) we stay in a mountainside lodge. Rooms are basic but
comfortable and are triple or quad sharing with shared ablutions.
Transport
?? On foot - easy to moderate walks throughout the tour.
?? Boat - an afternoon river cruise on the Shire River in a 16 seater launch or pontoon cruiser and an excursion to
the islands in Lake Malawi in motorised open deck boat.
?? Safari Truck - custom built Sunway Safari truck with 12 forward facing seats. Comfortable touring and good for
game viewing. Large, sliding windows and viewing hatches give everyone a great view. There are a couple of
long days of travelling but the vehicles have a comfortable cruising speed and Zambia lends itself to the pace of
African travel. The emphasis of the trip is “getting out and doing things”.
Local Payment
?? A local payment is required on this safari and this will be collected by the tour leader on departure. This covers a
portion of the local operational costs including entrance and park fees. This ensures that a major portion of your
tour price goes directly into the country you are visiting, benefiting local communities and contributing to the
conservation of the area.
Participation
?? An essential part of your Sunway Safari is participation – from putting up your tent (while camping) or packing
away in the morning to helping with meal preparation and cleaning up – it’s all part of your adventure and when
everyone puts in a little effort the trip will run smoothly. Your tour leaders will do all the meal preparation but we
do ask the clients to help with the washing up. Team spirit is part of the fun!
Shopping
?? Craft shopping for carvings, batiks, paintings and clothing is best in Malawi, particularly Lilongwe/ Mulanje which
has a wide variety of curios including carved wooden boxes.
Food
?? We pride ourselves on giving very good healthy meals to our clients and will provide three meals per day, except
3 dinners in Lilongwe, where we try out local restaurants.
?? The tour leaders do the shopping and meal planning for each group. He/she will always try to obtain fresh
produce wherever possible. A rough idea of what these will consist of is: Breakfast - cereals or coffee and toast
or the occasional fried breakfast, Lunch - cheese, cold meats, salads on bread or rolls, Dinner - braais (local
barbecue), potjies (stews), stir fries etc. We use regular plates, cups and cutlery. All cooking and eating utensils
will also be provided.
?? We do cater for special dietary requirements (e.g. vegetarian or allergies.)
?? We will supply fruit squash served with breakfast and tea or coffee served with breakfast and dinner. All other
beverages will be for your own expense. We will not supply bottled drinking water although it is available at
many shops on tour.

Difficulty
?? Anyone who is generally active and in good health should enjoy this trip. The outdoor enthusiast enjoys simple
campsites, you will get dusty on occasion; but this is Africa!
?? Everyone is asked to help out with the running of camp on tour. In other words if everyone spends a little time
setting up camp, preparing meals and cleaning up then the tour will run smoothly and everyone will have a good
time. Participation is the name of the game.
?? Road conditions on this tour vary enormously so please be aware that some days may be delayed due to local
conditions. Although there will some long days in the vehicle we try to keep these to a minimum.
Things you should know
?? Includes park entrances and game drives.
?? You will need a valid passport and visas for entry into Zambia and double entry for Malawi. Please note that
these can be arranged in advance and cannot always be obtained at the border. (Please check visa requirements
with your travel agent).
?? There is a visa waiver service available through Sunway Safaris for Zambia – please enquire at the time of
booking.
?? Because of limited banking facilities and tour schedule clients will only be able to change travellers cheques
Livingstone. We recommend that you bring US$ as spending money for this trip.
Common questions about this trip
1. What do I need to bring? A warm sleeping bag, comfortable clothes for warm days and cool evenings,
walking shoes, a raincoat, hat and sunglasses, swimsuit, a water bottle and a small pair of binoculars also comes
in very handy and most importantly - a sense of adventure!
2. Is it safe? Zambia and Malawi are relatively safe and your guide knows the countries intimately and will
endeavour to show you the best parts while looking after you. In the city of Lilongwe keep a careful eye on your
belongings and don’t leave anything lying about - petty theft is rife. In the wild areas your guide will brief you on
the necessary precautions, follow this advice and you will be fine. Be aware of your personal belongings and you
will have a great trip!
3. Do I need malaria tablets? Yes, the trip passes through malaria areas and prophylactics are recommended.
4. Can I buy camera film? Film and other accessories are not readily available on tour - we suggest you bring all
the film and everything else you expect to need. A camera with a zoom lens from wide angle to telephoto, 35-
200mm, is advisable to capture both scenic and wildlife shots.
5. Can I wash my clothes on tour? There are facilities for hand washing your clothes along the way.

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