10 nights · Signature journey
Malawi in Three Landscapes
A private-charter journey linking the Shire River, Likoma Island and the highlands of Nyika.
10 nights
Full board
Local drinks and scheduled activities included.
Private charter flights connect the three landscapes; the final aircraft, times, road links and luggage allowance are confirmed for each party.
Guests aged 16 and above seeking striking contrast without losing whole days to long road transfers.
Why this route works
Three landscapes, without rushing through them.
River, island and highlands each receive enough time to feel distinct while private charter flights turn long transfers into part of the experience.
The journey
A route with room to arrive.
Arrival: Chileka Airport, Blantyre · Departure: Kamuzu International Airport, Lilongwe
Nights 1–3 · River
Run by CAWS
Arrive through Blantyre for boat and land safaris from a quiet base beside the Shire. Guided walking safaris are for guests aged 18 and above.
1 / 5Nights 4–7 · Island
Kaya Mawa
Partner stay
Four nights for the water, the island and days without a fixed rhythm.
1 / 3Nights 8–10 · Highlands
Run by CAWS
Cool evenings, open grasslands, day and night drives, birding, mountain biking and guided walks for guests aged 18 and above.
1 / 4Day 11 · Departure
Kamuzu International Airport, Lilongwe
Fly to Lilongwe, with a night at Heuglin’s Lodge added when flight timing requires it.
Partner stays are independently operated. Specific travel arrangements are confirmed for your dates.
What the route brings together.
Included
Three nights at Mvuu Lodge, Liwonde National Park
Arrive through Blantyre for boat and land safaris from a quiet base beside the Shire. Guided walking safaris are for guests aged 18 and above.
Four nights at Kaya Mawa, Likoma Island
Four nights for the water, the island and days without a fixed rhythm.
Three nights at Chelinda Lodge, Nyika National Park
Cool evenings, open grasslands, day and night drives, birding, mountain biking and guided walks for guests aged 18 and above.
Full board at all three lodges, with local drinks and scheduled activities
Local drinks are included as stated in this itinerary. Each property defines its own local selection; premium drinks are excluded unless specifically stated.
Private charter flights from Liwonde to Likoma, Likoma to Nyika and Nyika to Lilongwe
Private charter flights connect the three landscapes; the final aircraft, times, road links and luggage allowance are confirmed for each party.
Road transfer from Blantyre to Mvuu Lodge, and airstrip transfers
Arrive through Blantyre for boat and land safaris from a quiet base beside the Shire. Guided walking safaris are for guests aged 18 and above.
Journey planning and coordination by CAWS
Our Malawi reservations and operations teams coordinate the stays, transfers and activity arrangements through one point of contact.
Not included
International flights and visas
International air tickets and visa arrangements are outside the journey price.
Travel insurance
Arrange suitable travel insurance separately, including cover for the activities in your itinerary.
Park fees and levies not covered by the lodge rate
National park charges depend on the applicable category and length of stay. Your quotation confirms the current fees.
Premium drinks
Premium drinks are charged separately. Each partner property confirms its own local drinks selection.
Fishing permits
Fishing requires a separate permit; the current price is confirmed with Chelinda.
A night at Heuglin’s Lodge, Lilongwe, if flight times require it
Quoted separately when needed for your dates and travel arrangements.
Private activities and optional excursions
Private activities and optional excursions are arranged in advance and quoted separately.
Gratuities and personal expenses
Gratuities are discretionary. Shopping and other personal spending remain for your own account.
How you will travel
Across Malawi by private charter.
Flights connect landscapes that would otherwise require long road journeys; final aircraft, timings, costs and taxes are confirmed for the travelling party.
Plan your time in Malawi
Tell us what you know.
We will help with the rest.
You do not need a finished itinerary. Our reservations team will get back to you promptly.
Plan your safari