Malawi expedition itinerary

Sample itinerary for the Malawi expedition

Some possible expedition objectives for Malawi are given below, please note these may alter between now and your expedition in Malawi. The Expedition Programme Manager for Malawi will agree a suitable expedition itinerary for you, to best match the abilities and aspirations of your team.

Acclimatisation in Malawi
Zomba Plateau: The plateau rises to 1000m and is covered in the oldest forest in Malawi.  This is an ideal environment for day treks to explore the impressive viewpoints and waterfalls on the plateau.

Viphya Plateau: This little known plateau is excellent walking country with beautiful scenery and opportunities for seeing wildlife. The plateau offers great variety for trekking with open woodland and the exotic pine plantations of the Viphya Forest Reserve. Viphya also offers fantastic main treks from the plateau down to the shores of Lake Malawi.

Dzalanyama Forest Reserve: This is a beautiful area only 50km away from the capital, Lilongwe, which offers a variety of day treks as well as a great 3 day acclimatisation trail.

Main trekking phase
Mulanje Massif: Mulanje is the highest mountain in south central Africa reaching 3001m at its highest peak, Sapitwa, and offering treks of up to six days.  Mountain huts can form excellent bases for day hikes to reach certain peaks or vantage points for those seeking an extra challenge. The terrain is grassy uplands, deep forested gullies, rocky boulders and evergreen cedar forests and is home to a variety of wildlife.

Nyika National Park: Unique in Africa, the wide rolling plains of the Nyika Plateau is Malawi’s largest National Park. Nganda Peak (2605m), Chisanga Falls, the plunging North Rukuru River, shallow valleys of evergreen forest and undulating grassland all offer wonderfully open views and varying terrain for treks of up to 8 days.  

Project
The project can be a central focus of an expedition to Malawi.  There are plenty of opportunities to get involved in local village and community life assisting in schools or health centres which is a rewarding experience for all those involved.  There is also the possibility of involvement in community Permaculture initiatives aimed at creating a sustainable agricultural future and increased food security for the Malawian people.

Rest and relaxation
Whether it is the rich culture, intriguing history, tea plantations, or guided walking safaris in Liwonde National Park or Vwaza Marsh that capture the team’s imagination, there is plenty to do in the final days of expedition in this amazing country.

 

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