Wild Zambia & Serene Malawi – A Journey from Kafue to Likoma Island

On arrival at Lusaka International Airport, you’ll be met and assisted with your connection to a light aircraft flight bound for Kafue National Park. Enjoy your first glimpse of Zambia’s vast landscapes from above as you leave the bustle of the city behind and head into the heart of the wilderness.

Check in and experience a first scheduled shared activity, before dinner at camp.

Ila Safari Lodge is perched above the Kafue River and seamlessly integrated into its surroundings. Each day brings an opportunity to discover the park’s incredible diversity – from elephant herds and big cats on the plains to hippos wallowing in the river near camp.

Morning and afternoon game drives are complemented by peaceful river cruises and walking safaris led by experienced guides. In the evenings, gather around the fire or dine under the stars, listening to the sounds of the African night.

Ila is known for its eco-conscious design, solar-powered luxury, and uninterrupted views of the river – a perfect combination of comfort and sustainability.

After an early wake up call and breakfast, return by air to Lusaka, on time to connect with a local scheduled flight to Lilongwe.

On your arrival you are met and transferred unto a light aircraft flight over Lake Malawi to Likoma Island and Kaya Mawa, a luxury lodge set into the boulders and beaches of this remote island.

Each stone and timber cottage is individually designed with views across the lake, offering privacy, charm, and laid-back elegance. Whether you're relaxing on your shaded veranda or wading into the lake from your doorstep, Kaya Mawa invites you to slow down and reconnect.

Spend your days exactly as you wish: take a gentle kayak or paddleboard along the shoreline, enjoy a massage at the spa, or snorkel the clear waters teeming with vibrant cichlid fish.

Explore the island’s characterful villages and its impressive cathedral, or simply savor fresh, lake-to-table cuisine with your toes in the sand.

Kaya Mawa’s warm hospitality, natural beauty and effortless charm make it the perfect end to your journey.

After a final swim or a leisurely breakfast, you’ll be transferred back to the airstrip for your flight to Lilongwe, where your journey concludes.