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The warm heart beside a great lake

Luxury Safaris in Malawi

Freshwater horizons, welcoming communities, highland retreats and intimate safaris filled with warmth and quiet discovery.
Discover Malawi

Discover Malawi’s gentle spirit

Malawi is shaped by the luminous waters of Lake Malawi and the warmth of the people who live along its shores. Island hideaways, colourful fishing villages and clear freshwater create an atmosphere that is both restorative and full of life.

Away from the lake, wildlife reserves and mountain plateaus add rewarding safari and hiking experiences. Malawi is ideal for travellers who value genuine connection, beautiful landscapes and a slower, more personal style of exploration.

Likoma Island, Lake Malawi
The Lake of Stars

Swim, kayak, sail and relax beside clear waters framed by beaches, islands and distant mountains.

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Intimate safari

Enjoy conservation-led wildlife encounters in compact reserves where guiding feels personal and unhurried.

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Heartfelt encounters

Meet welcoming communities and experience a country whose generosity remains one of its greatest treasures.

Chris Muzhira Founder | Tukio Travels
Chris's insider tip

What I tell every guest visiting Malawi

Balance lake, landscape and wildlife.

Combine several nights beside Lake Malawi with a safari and a highland stay. The changing pace reveals the country’s full character without rushing its most peaceful moments.

Where to go

Highlights of Malawi

We’ll help you choose the right combination for your time, season and budget.
Paddle boarding around Likoma Island at Kaya Mawa, Lake Malawi

Likoma Island

Retreat to an island of beaches, villages and historic character, surrounded by Lake Malawi’s clear blue waters.

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Liwonde National Park

Explore riverine wilderness by boat or vehicle, with elephants, hippos, birdlife and conservation at the heart of the experience.

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Majete Wildlife Reserve

A notable conservation landscape offering rewarding game viewing and intimate lodge stays.

Malawi Liwonde And Majete | Tukio Travels

Cape Maclear

Relaxed lakeside days, kayaking, snorkelling and sunsets within Lake Malawi National Park.

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Nyika Plateau

Walk or drive across rolling highlands, wildflower grasslands and misty valleys with a distinctly different atmosphere.

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Zomba Plateau

Escape into forested slopes, viewpoints and walking trails above the historic city of Zomba.

★★★★★
"The highlight is the staff led by the manager, Chris. The team had the perfect balance of service and attention to detail without being overbearing. Everyone was warm, caring, attentive and knowledgeable."
Safari guest
Review of a safari camp managed by Chris
Chris Muzhira Founder | Tukio Travels
Plan with us

Plan your Malawi journey with people who know it from the inside.

Speak to our team. Tell us how you like to travel and we’ll get back to you with ideas built around you.