Days 17 - 20: Chipata to Lake Malawi, Malawi

Leaving Zambia you cross the border into Malawi, the ‘Warm Heart of Africa’. You visit the capital Lilongwe, a small city distinctively divided into the old town and the new administrative centre. The newly democratic Malawi is a landlocked country with 20% of its total area being the beautiful Lake Malawi.

The country's temperate climate allows for swimming in this clear blue fresh-waters all the year round.  You travel the full length of western side of lake, stopping off at various bays and inlets. This is the time for rest and relaxation. Lake Malawi offers a variety of watersports from various beachside campsites.

Alternatively, you can go wandering along quieter shorelines where you can see the fishermen sorting their daily catch. Traditional methods are still used in their fishing techniques and you can appreciate their boating skills by trying to paddle in a dugout canoe yourself. 

Visit the nearby villages and schools as well as dine in the local village, haggle for a bargain at the local markets, learn the game of bao with some locals or simply relax on the pristine white beaches. Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner is included.

Day 21: Lake Malawi to Iringa, Tanzania

You depart Malawi via Karonga and enter Tanzania through the border post of Songwe.  You continue your journey through the Tanzanian countryside and take in the beauty of the Tukuyu tea plantations and banana plantations.

Just before Iringa is the Old Farmhouse, a beautiful rustic campsite in rural Tanzania, where you spend the night. Try one of the signature Amarula Hot chocolates! Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner is included.

Day 22: Iringa to Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

The next morning you proceed to Dar es Salaam, passing through Mikumi National Park where it is possible to view a range of wildlife from the roadside, totally impervious to humans and their vehicles. On arrival in Dar es Salaam, you spend the night at a beach hotel/campsite that is situated to the north of the city, and prepare for your departure to Zanzibar the next morning. Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner is included.

Day 23: Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar

A ferry from Dar es Salaam takes you to the 'Spice Island', where you will spend 3 nights on this legendary island.  Zanzibar is steeped in history and was one of the major starting points for most East African explorers in their quest for new lands. Breakfast is included.

Please note: Accommodation can be organised for you whilst on Zanzibar, although clients usually feel the need to explore the island on their own. Therefore accommodation and food is for your own account whilst on Zanzibar.