You know how unique you and your wishes are. You also know that there is no real ‘one size fits all’ in travel. That’s why the team at 1 2 Travel Africa puts in the effort to properly get to know you, before organizing your personal Dream Holiday in Malawi. Come and experience the magical mix of down to earth Dutch and that famous Malawian hospitality!
As an on the ground tour operator, they believe that everyone can and should make a positive impact while exploring the world. They seek win-win-win situations by only offering sustainable tourism. A win for Malawi’s people, a win for nature and of course a win for the traveller, who goes home with countless new memories.
They offer itineraries with quality time at the Lake, spectacular safaris, breath-taking hikes, birding, horse riding, homestay experiences, G&T sundowners and hours of storytelling around the campfire. They also specialise in small groups that come to Malawi for an inspiring workation or retreat, and are the go-to company for personalized family holidays.
Don't wait until that one day, because the best time to explore the horizon is now.
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Are you looking for a beautiful, private place to stay? Here is an entire house with private beach.
Dream House Malawi has activities to offer to our guest - Snorkelling in the clear water of the lake to see gorgeous tropical fish ( the Mbuna, blue fish etc) which is native to Malawi.
We offer boat trips on motorised local boat, includes feeding beautiful fish eagles, cliff jumping at Lusukwi beach snorkelling, sunset cruise, at fair price. Guests staying for 3 plus nights will get free boat trip to Lusukwi beach.
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Kingfisher pride ourselves on a friendly and accommodating environment. Our aim is to make our guests feel at home, so please relax and let us make your stay an unforgettable one.
Mufasa Eco Lodge is located in a pristine cove on the Southern shores of Lake Malawi, secluded with a private beach, but within walking distance from Monkey Bay Town and the boarding point of the Ilala Ferry.
Enjoy the spectacular view over the lake, bordered by natural forest, rock formations, an island and a wetland. It is situated at the East end of Lake Malawi National Park and part of the bordering forest reserves and marine life falls within the Park.
Safari Beach Lodge is located in the secluded and beautiful Senga Hills Forest Reserve near Salima and is situated directly on the shore of Lake Malawi.
Follow the history of Norman Carr as he started his journey in Malawi as elephant control officer in Zomba and see where he wrote his books.
We follow his tradition of keeping things quiet and simple. A place to get away from it all - no wifi, tv, airconditioners, room service.
Lovely fires on the beach, boat trips on Alfie, the restored boat that was build for Sir Aflred Beit from the Beit foundation in 1951 - 70 years old this year 2021!
The Warm Heart Adventure Lodge is a small Malawian owned business. The Lodge offers five gorgeous beach front reed chalets on wooden decks.
The Warm Heart Adventures is a small Malawian owned business. The Warm Heart Adventures offers tours but also have gorgeous beach front reed chalets on wooden decks..
Warm Heart Adventures works with the Cape Maclear Tour Guide Association. They are registered with the department of tourism and are qualified tour guides that rotate between the lodges. This system allows for equal opportunities as every group works in the busier and quieter lodges. We are notified at the beginning of the week, which group is working at the lodge, so when guests want to book a trip we know who is on duty. We can help you to book a local Snorkelling and fish eagle feeding boat tour to the nearby islands or otters point, book a village community walk & tour with the Sinthana community center, where you get to explore and learn about Chembe village, have a local meal prepared by a family, book a hiking trip up the mountains, arrange other local trips, and even rent you our own kayaks to paddle out to Thumbi Island to explore the rocks, see the colourful cichlid fish and the amazing fish eagles.
Activities & Tours
Kay, the lodge owner is the only qualified female tour guide in all of Malawi and has a wealth of knowledge of places to adventure locally, and beyond. She loves nothing more than creating bespoke Malawian adventures, tailored for you to exactly what you would like to experience.
Kayaking
Lake Malawi, with it's crystal clear turquoise waters is the perfect place to go Kayaking or canoeing. Lake Malawi runs the entire length of the country and is much calmer than the sea which makes Kayaking an incredible experience. The lake is home to a number of Islands that you can visit on day or over night trip, even island hop!!
Single and multiple day adventures are available. We can create custom trips to suite your experience and adventure level!
Trekking
Malawi offers beautiful and diverse scenery, that walking, trekking and hiking are very popular activities when exploring the country. One is able to walk along the Lake Shore, through villages, through forest, across islands, through national parks and wildlife reserves. For serious hiking and trekking enthusiasts the country offers
Mountains & Plateaus
Mulanje Massif offers some of the best hiking and views in Africa. The mountain has over 10 shared mountain huts and a variety of routes to suit different tastes. One may go exploring, bird watching and cycling around the stunning tea estates in Mulanje & Thyolo.
Walking through Nyika is with out a doubt one of the best ways to explore this Plateau. There are trails allowing hiking and camping trips to Livingstonia and around the plateau, increasing the opportunities for close encounters with the animals in park. The Viphya Highlands offer trails through forests that come off the highlands and down the Rift Valley escarpment to the shores of Lake Malawi. Zomba Plateau offers trails through peaceful forest, hills and streams and little water falls.
Scuba Diving & Snorkeling
Scuba Dive in Lake Malawi with Padi instructors
We can cater for all experience levels. From beginners to the person who is wanting to certify as an open water, advanced or rescue diver so they can explore the amazing underwater worlds on holidays.
Maybe you are already an experienced diver and would like to become a Dive Master. We have got you covered.
Mountain Biking
Explore Cape Maclear
Malawi offers a variety of easy to medium mountain bike trails.
Technical and rugged off-road trails in the forests and plateau's
Safari
Going on a Safari in Malawi is about memorable experiences and close and personal sightings. You will not find convoys of Safari vehicles with hundreds of tourists. Malawian Wildlife reserves and national parks are an unspoilt bush experience. The real story of wildlife in Malawi is the rehabilitation, restocking & conservation managed by African Parks in three of Malawi's national parks. This company has carried out the biggest animal translocation ever conducted.
Majete Wildlife Reserve, Liwonde National Park & Nkhotokota Wildlife reserve are now home to a Lion, Leopard, Cheetah, Elephant, Rhino, Buffalo, a variety of antelope, caracal & serval cats, Hippos and crocodiles and an incredible bird life!!! You are able to go on a variety of safari experiences from walking or bicycle safari's to 4x4 vehicle game drives, boat and canoe safari's.
Malawi's nine national parks and wildlife reserves offer you a truly unique safari experience and cover diverse landscape & vegetation. Ranging from highlands, escarpments, forests, plains, grasslands, lowlands and riverine floodplains.
10 Day Adventure
10 Days Exploring Southern Malawi
Option One
Day 1 - 3
Client lands at Lilongwe International Airport - where we will pick you up and after a brief orientation, we would set off for Salima, Senga bay on Lake Malawi. To the boat pick up point for Blue Zebra island lodge on Nankhoma Island where you will spend your first three nights. The lodge offers beautiful luxury safari tents that are located centrally surrounded by the gorgeous island flora and fauna. Guests have access to all the lodge facilities....infinity pool, kayaks, volleyball, snorkelling gear or walks on the nature trails as part of the full board package.
Day 4 - 6
Get a boat transfer back to mainland - where we will pick you up and depart for Liwonde National park. You would be spending your next three nights at the Mvuu camp. Mvuu Camp over looks the Shire River. This river is full of Hippo's and Crocodiles, the bird life in Liwonde National park is some of the best in Malawi!!! The camp has a beautiful dining and lounge area nearby the river, allowing for beautiful riverside viewing. The Mvuu camp offers boat safari's along this incredible river and game drives during the morning and afternoon/ evening, giving you an opportunity to witness these animals in their environment. There is also an opportunity for nature walks but these have to be arranged at the camp.
Day 7 - 8
After breakfast you would be transferred to the Kayak Africa base camp in Cape Maclear. You would get a 45 min boat transfer to the pristine Mumbo Island where you will be spending the next two nights. The pristine Mumbo Island is located in the UNESCO world heritage site of Cape Maclear in Lake Malawi National Park. These waters are home to over 500 species of colourful Cichlid fish and considered one of the best places in the world to scuba dive and snorkel.
Day 9
After breakfast the you will return to mainland on the boat and be picked up from base camp and transferred to The Warm Heart Adventure Lodge, where you will be spending your last night in Malawi. The Warm Heart Adventure Lodge is a cute little Malawian owned lodge. Offering beautiful little reed chalets on the beach, with their own private balcony. Your morning tea & coffee tray will be delivered to your balcony so you can sip on a hot cup and have a little home made goodness to nibble on while you watch the pied kingfishers try to get breakfast, listen to the fish eagle calls and see the beach come alive. You will get a chance to explore the beautiful Cape Maclear.
Day 10
After breakfast you will be picked up and transferred back to Lilongwe International Airport for your flight back home.
The Lodge
The cottage and the chalets are all beach front, with spectacular views of the lake and nearby islands. We deliver a tray of a light homemade granola and seasonal fruit with tea and coffee to your private balcony every morning. Allowing you to take the incredible lake view as you enjoy your healthy breakfast!
This is the perfect place for a getaway.
Our Cottages
Our Chalets
