Focus: Wildlife reserves and scenic nature
Day 1: Arrival in Lilongwe
- Arrive at Lilongwe International Airport
- Check-in at Sunbird Capital Hotel
- Explore Lilongwe city: Lilongwe Wildlife Centre and craft markets
Day 2–3: Liwonde National Park
- Drive (~3–4 hrs) to Liwonde National Park
- Stay at Mvuu Lodge or Liwonde Safari Camp
- Activities: boat safaris on Shire River, game drives for elephants, hippos, and crocodiles
- Night drives to spot nocturnal wildlife
Day 4: Liwonde → Majete Wildlife Reserve (3–4 hr drive)
- Transfer to Majete Wildlife Reserve
- Stay at Mkulumadzi Lodge
- Afternoon game drive: Big 5 reintroduction program highlights
Day 5: Majete Wildlife Reserve
- Morning and afternoon game drives
- Optional walking safari with ranger
- Birdwatching and photography
Day 6–7: Lake Malawi (South or Central region)
- Drive (~5 hrs) to Cape Maclear / Lake Malawi National Park
- Stay at Makuzi Beach Lodge or Makokola Retreat
- Relaxation, snorkeling, kayaking, and swimming in freshwater lake
Day 8: Return to Lilongwe → Departure
- Drive back to Lilongwe (~4–5 hrs)
- Last-minute shopping
- Transfer to airport