4-Day Malawi Safari in Liwonde National Park
This 4-Day Malawi Safari in Liwonde National Park combines thrilling game drives, tranquil boat safaris, and authentic cultural experiences that showcase the very best of Malawi's natural heritage. Your Malawi Safari takes you deep into Liwonde's diverse ecosystems, where elephants roam freely, hippos bask in the river, and over 400 bird species fill the skies with color and song. Based at the comfortable Kutchire Lodge on the park's edge, you'll experience the perfect balance of wilderness adventure and relaxation.
This Malawi Safari offers exceptional wildlife viewing opportunities in a park that has undergone remarkable conservation success in recent years. Liwonde National Park spans 548 square kilometers of pristine wilderness, featuring floodplains, mopane woodlands, and riverine forests that support thriving populations of elephants, buffalo, sable antelope, and predators including lions and leopards. Your Malawi Safari includes expert-guided game drives during optimal viewing hours, peaceful boat safaris along the Shire River, and meaningful interactions with local communities. The park's location along the Great Rift Valley creates spectacular scenery and diverse habitats that make every moment of your safari truly special.
Your Malawi Safari experience at Liwonde combines wildlife encounters with cultural immersion, providing insights into both Malawi's natural wonders and its warm-hearted people. From sunrise game drives through acacia woodlands to sunset boat cruises past basking crocodiles and feeding elephants, every activity is designed to create lasting memories. This Malawi Safari package includes full board accommodation, all park fees, professional English-speaking guides, and comprehensive ground transportation in comfortable 4WD safari vehicles. Whether you're a first-time safari-goer or a seasoned wildlife enthusiast, this four-day Liwonde adventure promises an authentic African experience.
Tour highlights
Day 1: Arrival and pick up with transfer to Liwonde National Park
Day 2: Proceed to an early morning game drive and continue with an afternoon boat safari on the Shire River
Day 3: Continue with morning game drive, transfer to cultural village tour, and proceed to evening boat safari
Day 4: Final breakfast and transfer to Lilongwe for departure
Price Includes:
- Park fees for Liwonde National Park
- All activities as mentioned in the itinerary (game drives, boat safaris, cultural village tour)
- Ground transport per 4WD custom safari vehicle
- Bottled water in the safari vehicle throughout the journey
- Full board accommodation at Kutchire Lodge (breakfast, lunch, and dinner)
- Service of an English-speaking driver-guide and specialist birdwatching guide
- Driver allowances and guide fees
- All mentioned activities except for the optional ones
- Transfer from Lilongwe to Liwonde and return
- Government taxes and conservation fees
Price Excludes:
- Malawi Visa fees (available on arrival)
- International and internal flights
- Personal needs such as gratuities, beverages, alcoholic drinks, etc.
- Visa processing fees
- Air ticket costs
- Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary
- Laundry fees
- Tips for guides, drivers, and lodge staff
- Life insurance coverage
- Other drinks apart from water
- Personal travel insurance (highly recommended)
- Souvenirs and personal purchases
- Telephone calls and internet charges
Itinary in details
- Day1Arrival and Pick Up with Transfer to Liwonde National Park
Your exciting Malawi Safari begins with arrival and pick up from Kamuzu International Airport in Lilongwe or your designated location in Malawi's capital city. The transfer to Liwonde National Park covers approximately 250 kilometers and takes about 4 hours by road, passing through Malawi's beautiful countryside with views of tobacco farms, rural villages, and the distant Zomba Plateau. As you approach Liwonde, the landscape transitions into wilder terrain, building anticipation for your Malawi Safari adventure at one of the country's premier wildlife destinations. Upon arrival at Kutchire Lodge around midday, you'll be warmly welcomed by the friendly staff who will assist with check-in and show you to your comfortable accommodation overlooking the park's natural beauty.
- Day2Proceed to an early morning game drive and continue with an afternoon boat safari on the Shire River
Proceed to an early morning game drive at 6:00 AM, departing Kutchire Lodge as dawn breaks over Liwonde National Park for the most productive wildlife viewing of your Malawi Safari. The 3-4 hour game drive covers approximately 40 kilometers through diverse habitats including mopane woodlands, grassy floodplains, and acacia thickets where elephants, buffalo, sable antelope, kudu, and waterbuck thrive. Accompanied by a specialist birdwatching guide, your Malawi Safari game drive offers opportunities to spot Lilian's lovebirds, Bohm's bee-eaters, brown-breasted barbets, and numerous raptor species that make Liwonde a birding paradise. Predators including lions, leopards, and spotted hyenas are also present, and with patience and expert guidance, you may witness these magnificent hunters during your Malawi Safari morning adventure.
- Day3Continue with Morning Game Drive, Transfer to Village Tour, and Proceed to Boat Safari
Continue with another early morning game drive at 6:00 AM, giving you a final opportunity to explore different sections of Liwonde National Park during your Malawi Safari adventure. This 3-hour drive takes you through new territories covering approximately 35 kilometers, potentially revealing wildlife species you haven't yet encountered during your Malawi Safari, including the rare roan antelope, bushbuck, and perhaps even the elusive leopard resting in trees. Your expert guide will share fascinating insights about Liwonde's successful conservation programs, including the reintroduction of black rhinos and cheetahs that have made this Malawi Safari destination even more remarkable. Return to Kutchire Lodge around 9:30 AM for a relaxed breakfast while discussing the morning's exciting sightings with fellow Malawi Safari travelers.
- Day4Final Breakfast and Transfer to Lilongwe for Departure
Your final morning of this memorable Malawi Safari begins with an early breakfast at 7:00 AM, giving you one last opportunity to savor the peaceful atmosphere of Kutchire Lodge and the sounds of Liwonde's awakening wilderness. After checking out and bidding farewell to the lodge staff who have made your Malawi Safari experience so special, you'll depart Liwonde National Park around 8:30 AM for the return journey to Lilongwe. The transfer covers approximately 250 kilometers and takes about 4 hours, with scenic stops along the way to photograph Malawi's beautiful landscapes and perhaps purchase local crafts from roadside markets. Depending on your flight schedule, your Malawi Safari can include a brief stop in Lilongwe for lunch or last-minute souvenir shopping before reaching Kamuzu International Airport.