Zambia & Malawi Family Luxury

Arrival at Harry Mwaanga Nkumbula International Airport (LVI) followed by a private road transfer to Tongabezi Lodge. Set on the Zambezi River, the lodge offers immediate immersion into one of Zambia’s most exclusive and atmospheric riverfront environments.

 Tongabezi Lodge is a refined collection of villas and cottages designed around privacy, space, and tailored service. The Dog-House private residence delivers a fully serviced home-style stay, ideal for families seeking exclusivity without compromise on comfort or experience.

Days are shaped around flexible, high-quality experiences including river cruises, guided cultural visits, and excursions to Victoria Falls and surrounding conservation areas. The property balances relaxation with access to one of Africa’s most iconic natural landmarks.

Transfers & Flights: Private airport road transfers are included, ensuring seamless arrival and departure coordination between Livingstone airport and lodge operations.

Departure from Tongabezi Lodge with road transfer to Harry Mwaanga Nkumbula International Airport (LVI), followed by a scheduled light aircraft flight to Royal Airstrip (RYL) and a private road transfer into the Lower Zambezi National Park to Sausage Tree Camp.

Sausage Tree Camp is positioned directly on the Zambezi River within one of Zambia’s most wildlife-rich protected areas. Kigelia House offers exclusive-use accommodation with private guiding, elevated river views, and complete operational flexibility for families or small groups.

Game viewing is delivered across multiple ecosystems including riverine channels, floodplains, and woodland corridors. Activities include boating safaris, canoeing, walking safaris, and open-vehicle game drives with consistently high wildlife density.

Transfers & Flights: Multi-sector bush flight routing combined with guided road transfer ensures controlled and efficient access into the national park.

Your safari continues to Nthawi House, Chikunto Safaris’ new exclusive-use two-bedroom private tented villa in South Luangwa National Park. Meaning “time,” Nthawi House is designed for families, couples, or friends who want space, privacy, and an unhurried safari experience.

You stay in Nthawi House on a full-board basis with game activities included. The villa features two en-suite bedrooms, private lounges, spacious indoor and outdoor living and dining areas, a large deck, and a counter-current saltwater pool overlooking a wildlife-rich waterhole.

When four guests stay, a private game-drive vehicle is included, giving you flexibility to explore South Luangwa at your own pace and away from busier areas where possible. Activities include game drives, night drives, walking safaris, and seasonal boat safaris.

Between activities, you can relax by the pool, enjoy in-room massages, spend time at the photographic hide with camera mounts and beanbags, or use the lodge photo studio. South Luangwa offers excellent wildlife viewing, including Leopard, Elephant, Buffalo, Hippo, Crocodile, and rich Birdlife.

Transfers & Flights: You transfer from Sausage Tree Camp to Jeki Airstrip (JEKI), fly to Mfuwe Airport (MFU), and continue by transfer to Nthawi House at Chikunto Safaris.

Flight from Mfuwe Airport (MFU) to Lilongwe International Airport (LLW), connecting onward to Likoma Airstrip (LIX), followed by a short transfer to Kaya Mawa on Likoma Island.

Kaya Mawa is a design-led island retreat positioned on the shores of Lake Malawi. The property integrates natural rock formations, white sand beaches, and lakefront suites to deliver a highly private and visually distinctive escape.

The experience is centred on water-based leisure and complete relaxation, including snorkelling, kayaking, paddleboarding, spa treatments, and private dining. The lodge operates with a strong sustainability framework and a low-density footprint.

Transfers & Flights: Cross-border air logistics are coordinated through Lilongwe as the central hub, with final island transfer executed by the lodge team for seamless last-mile delivery.

Time to say “Goodbye”. Today you will connect with your international departure flight in Lilongwe, marking the end of your extraordinary 14-night adventure. You depart with lasting memories of Zambia’s predator-rich plains and the vibrant, crystal-clear waters of Lake Malawi.

Transfers & Flights: Private transfer from Kaya Mawa to Likoma Airstrip (LIX), where you will board a scheduled flight to Lilongwe International Airport (LLW) for your onward journey.