Malawi
Bush & beach adventure
Malawi boasts undiscovered scenery, wildlife strongholds and adventurous activities to rival any of those of her better known neighbours. The Great Rift Valley has gauged an immense chasm down her eastern flank which now, brimming with crystal clear water, forms Africa’s third-largest lake: Lake Malawi.
Lake Malawi holds a greater array of freshwater fish species than any other lake on Earth and the clear blue waters swarm with colourful cichlids. The warm salt-free water and beautiful beaches make it a magnet for those seeking year-round scuba diving, snorkelling, water-skiing, sailing, kayaking or swimming. Malawi’s National Parks are home to large herds of elephant, hippo, big cats and plenty of plains game, and sit at the heart of some of Africa’s most successful conservation stories. Majete Wildlife Reserve has seen reintroduced populations black rhino flourish while the relocation of lions into Liwonde National Park, funded through Leonardo DiCaprio’s charity foundation, was heralded by the international press.
With a relaxed pace of life, friendly locals, plenty of wildlife, idyllic lakeshore beaches and wonderfully low visitor numbers, Malawi offers an exquisite ideal ‘Bush & Beach’ safari for those in the know.
You will love
- Exceptional freshwater diving and snorkelling
- Colourful fish in crystal clear waters
- Wildlife conservation triumphs
- Low visitor numbers
- The ‘Warm Heart of Africa’
Let us design your perfect itinerary.
Unforgettable experiences in Malawi
Dive into Lake Malawi
Dive into Lake Malawi
You might not associate white sandy beaches and turquoise blue water with a landlocked country in Africa, but you’ll find all this and more at Lake Malawi. The crystal-clear waters are home to over 700 species of brightly colour...
See the big 5 on a wild safari
See the big 5 on a wild safari
Malawi is fast becoming a notable safari destination. Set along the Shire River, Liwonde’s beautiful flood plains host big herd of elephants and bufflo, reintroduced lion populations are flourishing, and black rhinos are now fre...
Unwind on historic Likoma Island
Unwind on historic Likoma Island
Likoma is a small paradise in the far east of Lake Malawi, near the coast of Mozambique. The beautiful island is surrounded by rocky bluffs and golden beaches, while magnificent baobab trees line the interior. This sleepy island i...
Immerse yourself in local culture
Immerse yourself in local culture
Known as ‘The Warm Heart of Africa’, Malawi is often regarded as having the friendliest people on the continent. It is one of the safest countries to visit and a surprising highlight for many is engaging in the Malawian cultur...
Conduct a bird census, Malawi
Conduct a bird census, Malawi
Birders will delight in taking part in the International Waterbird Census from Mvuu Lodge in Liwonde National Park, Malawi. A nine-day itinerary will see you moving through various habitats, walking, game driving and boating to re...
A selection of our favourite places to stay in Malawi
Kuthengo Camp – Liwonde National Park
Kaya Mawa – Likoma Island, Lake Malawi
Pumulani – southern shores of Lake Malawi
Mkulumadzi – Majete Wildlife Reserve
Malawi is so up and coming. Amazing wildlife and beautiful scenery but virtually no tourists. Thanks for recommending we go now, before everyone else does!
Mr & Mrs Collins
Thank you to you all at the Classic Safari Company for organising our Malawian honeymoon. What an adventure! Pumulani was paradise at the end of a long journey.
Ms Kiddell
The trip of a lifetime, couldn't have dreamt of a better adventure if I tried.
Emma Jeffcoat
It certainly was the best trip we have EVER had. The experiences were mind blowing. We want everyone we know to experience Africa - the animals, the people - magical.
Jo-anne & Dean Mifsud
The trip exceeded my expectations and was the best family holiday I have ever had. Our children simply loved it and now I know more about African wildlife than they do about our own farm animals.
Rowntree family
An amazing experience - the best family holiday we have ever had. We were extremely impressed by the meticulous attention to our itinerary. I can't speak highly enough of all the elements of this exciting journey!
Sheryl & Robert Taylor
The Classic Safari Company is the best I have dealt with. Extremely knowledgeable & professional, friendly, patient & understanding of first timers to Africa.
Annette Whiley
An absolutely fantastic travel company - every one of the many trips they have organised for us over 22 years have been faultless and fabulous.
Judith & Roger Williams
Classic Safari Company were brilliant - 10/10
Di & Kingsley Yates
Very knowledgeable and patient. Our trip was all that we hoped for. Wonderful!
Jane & Robert Happell
We wanted the opportunity to see as many wildlife parks as possible and the Classic Safari Company provided an action-packed itinerary that included six, with 11 tiger sightings and nine leopard. This was overlaid with an introduction to Jaisalmer, Jaipur and the 'real' India. Pench and Panna were the hidden gems of a really great trip, very well organised, seamless and enjoyable. As a solo traveller I felt incredibly safe at all times. I want to go back!
Mark Taylor
Thank you for putting together the ancestral adventure of a lifetime. I cannot speak highly enough of the trip.
Jenny Kidd
