The jewel in the crown of the country’s tourist attractions is Lake Malawi, discovered by a Portuguese trader and then made famous by the missionary-explorer Dr David Livingstone just over 150 years ago, as the Lake of the Stars, or the Lake of Storms.
After this 3-day Malawi Lake getaway, you will understand the hype!
Upon your arrival at Lilongwe, you will be collected and swept off to Kumbali Lake Retreat, an idyllic, eco-friendly lodge on the shores of the lake. Your time relaxing on the beach is balanced by a visit to a local village where you will learn all about village life in Malawi.The jewel in the crown of the country’s tourist attractions is Lake Malawi, discovered by a Portuguese trader and then made famous by the missionary-explorer Dr David Livingstone just over 150 years ago, as the Lake of the Stars, or the Lake of Storms.
After this 3-day Malawi Lake getaway, you will understand the hype!
Upon your arrival at Lilongwe, you will be collected and swept off to Kumbali Lake Retreat, an idyllic, eco-friendly lodge on the shores of the lake. Your time relaxing on the beach is balanced by a visit to a local village where you will learn all about village life in Malawi.
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Itinerary
Day 1
Transfer to Kumbali Lake Retreat, Lake Malawi
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Upon your arrival at the at the airport, you will be met and welcomed by your driver. You will then be transferred to Kumbali Lake Retreat, located on the shores of Lake Malawi. You'll have the rest of your day to relax by the lake. Dinner will be served on site.
Accommodation
Kumbali Lake Retreat
Transportations
Off-Road from Lilongwe International Airport to Kumbali Lake Retreat
Meals
Dinner
Destinations
Central Region
Day 2
Beach Activities and Village Visit
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After breakfast, you will have some free time to relax on the beach or swim in the lake. The area is well known for bird watching and you will have the opportunity to visit the nearly Permaculture Centre for a bird watching tour. After lunch, you will be taken on a very interesting trip to a local village. Dinner will be served at Kumbali Lake Retreat.
Accommodation
Kumbali Lake Retreat
Activities
Swimming in Lake Malawi Salima
Bird Watching in Salima
Kumbali Village
Meals
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Destinations
Central Region
Lilongwe
Day 3
Return to Lilongwe
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The day will start with a leisurely breakfast. If there is time, you'll have the option to relax and enjoy the lake for one last time. When you are ready, you will be transferred back to the airport in good time to catch your departing flight.
Transportations
Off-Road from Kumbali Lake Retreat to Lilongwe International Airport
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Central Region
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What’s included?
2 nights accommodation
3 activities
2 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 2 dinners
Airport transfer
Ground transportation
Licensed English speaking guides
What’s not included?
Alcohol beverages
Domestic flights
Entrance fees
Entry visas / airport departure tax
Gratuities
International flights
Laundry
Personal expenses
Travel insurance
Trekking permits
Starting From
AU$ 2,395/ per traveller sharing
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Benefits of this trip
Malawi in 3 days
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