21 days in Malawi, Mozambique & Zimbabwe Itinerary
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Start: Nairobi, Kenya
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Likoma Island, Malawi
— 2 nights
Drive to Lichinga, Fly to Maputo
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Maputo, Mozambique
— 3 nights
Fly
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Tofo, Mozambique
— 2 nights
Fly
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Bazaruto Archipelago, Mozambique
— 3 nights
Fly
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Gorongosa National Park, Mozambique
— 2 nights
Drive
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Chimanimani, Zimbabwe
— 1 night
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Nyanga, Zimbabwe
— 1 night
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Harare, Zimbabwe
— 4 nights
Fly
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Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
— 2 nights
Drive to Livingstone, Fly to Nairobi
End: Nairobi, Kenya
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Likoma Island, Malawi — 2 nights
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Here are some ideas for day two: take in the architecture and atmosphere at St. Peter's Cathedral.
To find maps, reviews, other places to visit, and tourist information, refer to the Likoma Island route planning tool.
Nairobi, Kenya to Likoma Island is an approximately 12-hour flight. You can also drive. The time zone difference when traveling from Nairobi to Likoma Island is minus 1 hour. You'll have a few hours on the 7th (Mon) to wrap things up before traveling to Maputo.
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To find maps, reviews, other places to visit, and tourist information, refer to the Likoma Island route planning tool.
Nairobi, Kenya to Likoma Island is an approximately 12-hour flight. You can also drive. The time zone difference when traveling from Nairobi to Likoma Island is minus 1 hour. You'll have a few hours on the 7th (Mon) to wrap things up before traveling to Maputo.
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Maputo, Mozambique — 3 nights
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City of Acacias
Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Tours Maputo and Jumma Masjid. There's much more to do: fulfill a lifelong dream with Mozambique Scuba, get a new perspective on nature at Museum of Geology, examine the collection at Fisheries Museum (Museu das Pescas), and take in the exciting artwork at CCBM - Centro Cultural Brasil-Mocambique.
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Do a combination of car and flight from Likoma Island to Maputo in 9 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of car and bus. In August, daytime highs in Maputo are 32°C, while nighttime lows are 17°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 10th (Thu) to allow time to fly to Tofo.
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Do a combination of car and flight from Likoma Island to Maputo in 9 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of car and bus. In August, daytime highs in Maputo are 32°C, while nighttime lows are 17°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 10th (Thu) to allow time to fly to Tofo.
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Tofo, Mozambique — 2 nights
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Start off your visit on the 11th (Fri): tour the pleasant surroundings at Marine Megafauna Foundation, then kick back and relax at Praia do Tofo, and then enjoy the sand and surf at Barra Beach. Keep things going the next day: look for all kinds of wild species at Wildlife Areas, then soothe aching muscles at Massagem Tropical, and then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Catedral da Nossa Senhora da Conceicao.
To see photos, more things to do, where to stay, and more tourist information, go to the Tofo online trip planner.
You can fly from Maputo to Tofo in 3 hours. Another option is to drive. In August, plan for daily highs up to 30°C, and evening lows to 19°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 12th (Sat) so you can fly to Bazaruto Archipelago.
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To see photos, more things to do, where to stay, and more tourist information, go to the Tofo online trip planner.
You can fly from Maputo to Tofo in 3 hours. Another option is to drive. In August, plan for daily highs up to 30°C, and evening lows to 19°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 12th (Sat) so you can fly to Bazaruto Archipelago.
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Bazaruto Archipelago, Mozambique — 3 nights
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The Pearl of the Indian Ocean
Change things up with a short trip to Inhassoro Beach in Inhassoro (about 54 minutes away). Spend the 14th (Mon) exploring nature at Parque Nacional de Bazaruto. There's still lots to do: see the vivid underwater world at Two Mile Reef.
For ratings, more things to do, reviews, and more tourist information, use the Bazaruto Archipelago trip itinerary maker site.
You can fly from Tofo to Bazaruto Archipelago in 3 hours. Expect a daytime high around 29°C in August, and nighttime lows around 19°C. On the 15th (Tue), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can fly to Gorongosa National Park.
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For ratings, more things to do, reviews, and more tourist information, use the Bazaruto Archipelago trip itinerary maker site.
You can fly from Tofo to Bazaruto Archipelago in 3 hours. Expect a daytime high around 29°C in August, and nighttime lows around 19°C. On the 15th (Tue), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can fly to Gorongosa National Park.
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Gorongosa National Park, Mozambique — 2 nights
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Here are some ideas for day two: explore the striking landscape of Parque Nacional Da Gorongosa.
To see traveler tips, reviews, other places to visit, and other tourist information, you can read our Gorongosa National Park route planning site.
You can fly from Bazaruto Archipelago to Gorongosa National Park in 9.5 hours. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 17th (Thu) early enough to travel to Chimanimani.
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To see traveler tips, reviews, other places to visit, and other tourist information, you can read our Gorongosa National Park route planning site.
You can fly from Bazaruto Archipelago to Gorongosa National Park in 9.5 hours. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 17th (Thu) early enough to travel to Chimanimani.
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Chimanimani, Zimbabwe — 1 night
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On the 18th (Fri), admire the sheer force of Bridal Veil Falls and then take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Chimanimani Mountains National Park.
To see traveler tips, maps, more things to do, and more tourist information, refer to the Chimanimani travel route planner.
The Route module can help you plan travel from Gorongosa National Park to Chimanimani. Expect a daytime high around 26°C in August, and nighttime lows around 15°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 18th (Fri) so you can go by car to Nyanga.
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To see traveler tips, maps, more things to do, and more tourist information, refer to the Chimanimani travel route planner.
The Route module can help you plan travel from Gorongosa National Park to Chimanimani. Expect a daytime high around 26°C in August, and nighttime lows around 15°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 18th (Fri) so you can go by car to Nyanga.
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Nyanga, Zimbabwe — 1 night
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On the 19th (Sat), take in the dramatic scenery at Inyangombe Falls and then take in the awesome beauty at Mount Nyangani.
To find more things to do, maps, other places to visit, and other tourist information, use the Nyanga sightseeing planner.
You can drive from Chimanimani to Nyanga in 4 hours. Another option is to drive. Expect little chillier evenings in Nyanga when traveling from Chimanimani in August, with lows around 9°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 19th (Sat) early enough to go by car to Harare.
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To find more things to do, maps, other places to visit, and other tourist information, use the Nyanga sightseeing planner.
You can drive from Chimanimani to Nyanga in 4 hours. Another option is to drive. Expect little chillier evenings in Nyanga when traveling from Chimanimani in August, with lows around 9°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 19th (Sat) early enough to go by car to Harare.
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Harare, Zimbabwe — 4 nights
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Sunshine City
You'll discover tucked-away gems like Twala Trust Animal Sanctuary and Raintree Venue. There's still lots to do: explore the fascinating underground world of Domboshawa Caves, pause for some serene contemplation at Anglican Cathedral, soothe aching muscles at Amara's Health Spa, and stroll through Haka Game Park.
To see maps, photos, more things to do, and more tourist information, go to the Harare trip itinerary planning tool.
You can drive from Nyanga to Harare in 3.5 hours. Another option is to do a combination of taxi and train. August in Harare sees daily highs of 29°C and lows of 9°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Wed) so you can fly to Victoria Falls.
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To see maps, photos, more things to do, and more tourist information, go to the Harare trip itinerary planning tool.
You can drive from Nyanga to Harare in 3.5 hours. Another option is to do a combination of taxi and train. August in Harare sees daily highs of 29°C and lows of 9°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Wed) so you can fly to Victoria Falls.
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Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe — 2 nights
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Start off your visit on the 24th (Thu): tour the pleasant surroundings at Siduli Hide, stop by Cultural Vibes Music Shop, and then relax and rejuvenate at some of the top local wellness centers. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 25th (Fri): see what you can catch with Sherlanga Safaris.
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Traveling by flight from Harare to Victoria Falls takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Expect somewhat warmer weather when traveling from Harare in August: highs in Victoria Falls hover around 33°C, while lows dip to 11°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 25th (Fri) to allow time for travel back home.
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You can plan Victoria Falls trip in no time by asking Inspirock to help create your itinerary.
Traveling by flight from Harare to Victoria Falls takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Expect somewhat warmer weather when traveling from Harare in August: highs in Victoria Falls hover around 33°C, while lows dip to 11°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 25th (Fri) to allow time for travel back home.
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Malawi travel guide
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.
Mozambique travel guide
Still relatively unvisited by international tourists, Mozambique boasts plenty of natural and cultural charms that could easy make it into a major vacation destination. The beaches of the south come in all shapes and sizes, while the less-visited north offers island archipelagos and untouched coral reefs. The colonial architecture of the main urban areas complements the colorful African heritage that still holds sway here, with the region's art, cuisine, and music ensuring each trip to Mozambique allows the visitor to appreciate the country's distinct culture and vast landscape.
Zimbabwe travel guide
Tourism in Zimbabwe experienced a boost after the country's turbulent recent history seemed to settle down. Waterfalls, "Big Five" national parks, and the Eastern Highlands provide contrasting but complementary images of southern Africa, with the growing tourism infrastructure helping visitors see the best of what the country offers. Though corruption and unemployment remain everyday problems, the vast majority of Zimbabweans are a welcoming bunch, proud of the natural riches and culture of their hopeful country.
