15 days in Malawi Itinerary

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Lilongwe
— 4 nights
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Likoma Island
— 1 night
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Dedza
— 1 night
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Mtakataka
— 1 night
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Liwonde National Park
— 1 night
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Mulanje
— 1 night
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Chikwawa
— 2 nights
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Blantyre
— 3 nights
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Lilongwe — 4 nights

You'll discover tucked-away gems like Nkhoma Mountain and Maula Cathedral. Step out of Lilongwe to go to Salima and see Kuti Wildlife Reserve, which is approximately 1h 40 min away. The adventure continues: tour the pleasant surroundings at Lilongwe Wildlife Centre, buy something for everyone on your list at Old Town Mall, browse the fresh offerings at Lizulu Market, and get a sense of history and politics at Parliament Building.

To find other places to visit, maps, more things to do, and tourist information, go to the Lilongwe trip itinerary tool.

Amsterdam, The Netherlands to Lilongwe is an approximately 20-hour flight. You'll lose 1 hour traveling from Amsterdam to Lilongwe due to the time zone difference. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 9th (Wed) so you can catch the flight to Likoma Island.
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Likoma Island — 1 night

On the 10th (Thu), take in the architecture and atmosphere at St. Peter's Cathedral.

To find where to stay, more things to do, traveler tips, and tourist information, use the Likoma Island trip builder app.

Traveling by flight from Lilongwe to Likoma Island takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of car and ferry. On the 10th (Thu), you'll have the morning to explore before heading off to Dedza.
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Dedza — 1 night

Start off your visit on the 11th (Fri): make a trip to Chongoni Rock Art Area.

To see where to stay, maps, and other tourist information, go to the Dedza trip itinerary tool.

Traveling by flight from Likoma Island to Dedza takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of ferry, bus, and car. In August, daytime highs in Dedza are 19°C, while nighttime lows are 13°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 11th (Fri) to allow time for the car ride to Mtakataka.
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Mtakataka — 1 night

Start off your visit on the 12th (Sat): admire the masterpieces at Kungoni Centre of Culture & Art.

To find ratings, other places to visit, where to stay, and other tourist information, you can read our Mtakataka road trip planning site.

You can drive from Dedza to Mtakataka in 1.5 hours. In August, plan for daily highs up to 19°C, and evening lows to 13°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 12th (Sat) to allow enough time to drive to Liwonde National Park.
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Liwonde National Park — 1 night

Start off your visit on the 13th (Sun): take an exotic tour of Shire Eco Safari Camp.

For maps, ratings, where to stay, and other tourist information, go to the Liwonde National Park driving holiday planning site.

Getting from Mtakataka to Liwonde National Park by car takes about 3.5 hours. In August, Liwonde National Park is a bit warmer than Mtakataka - with highs of 25°C and lows of 19°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 13th (Sun) so you can drive to Mulanje.
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Mulanje — 1 night

Kick off your visit on the 14th (Mon): take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Mount Mulanje.

For other places to visit, more things to do, where to stay, and tourist information, read our Mulanje online itinerary planner.

Getting from Liwonde National Park to Mulanje by car takes about 4 hours. While traveling from Liwonde National Park, expect somewhat warmer days and about the same nights in Mulanje, ranging from highs of 31°C to lows of 19°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 14th (Mon) to allow time to drive to Chikwawa.
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Chikwawa — 2 nights

Kick off your visit on the 15th (Tue): stroll through Majete Wildlife Reserve.

To find reviews, other places to visit, traveler tips, and more tourist information, read Chikwawa route app.

Drive from Mulanje to Chikwawa in 2.5 hours. In August, plan for daily highs up to 31°C, and evening lows to 19°C. You'll set off for Blantyre on the 16th (Wed).
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Blantyre — 3 nights

Start off your visit on the 17th (Thu): don't miss a visit to Malawi Stock Exchange, pause for some serene contemplation at St.Michael's and All Angels Church, then explore the galleries of La Caverna Art Gallery, then look for gifts at Tiyamike Sewing, and finally soothe aching muscles at Serendib Hair Day Spa. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: get your bearings at The Society of Malawi Library, tour the pleasant surroundings at The Way of the Cross/ Njira ya Mtanda, and then browse the different shops at Chichiri Shopping Centre.

To find traveler tips, maps, other places to visit, and tourist information, you can read our Blantyre road trip planning website.

Traveling by car from Chikwawa to Blantyre takes 1.5 hours. In August in Blantyre, expect temperatures between 31°C during the day and 19°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 19th (Sat) to allow time to travel back home.
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Malawi travel guide

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Mountains · Nature & Parks · Churches
Warm Heart of Africa
To find out how Malawi earned its nickname the "Warm Heart of Africa," just head to one of the country's little villages and ask for a place to stay. The reintroduction of lions in 2012 gave a much-needed boost to Malawi tourism sector, with safaris across the diverse natural landscape increasingly more popular and varied. The Great Rift topography gives the country some of its main scenic features, including one of the continent's largest lakes, a focus of many adventurous Malawi holidays.
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