4 Day Camping Safari: Thuma Forest Reserve & Lake Malawi
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Thuma Forest Reserve is in the Great Rift Valley Escarpment 80km from Lilongwe. The landscape is rugged, covered with Brachystegia woodland and bamboo. It is one of the few Forest Reserves in Malawi which is still home to Elephant and Buffalo. Other game include; Greater Kudu, Sharpe's Grysbok, Duiker, Bushbaby, Leopard, Spotted Hyena, Genet, African Civet and many other small species.Thuma is not only of interest for mammals but also trees, plants, birdlife and insects.
The Reserve is in the hands of Wildlife Action Group (from 1996) and they have established scout’s and volunteers who help to protect the reserve which means wildlife is increasing and by your visit you will be contributing towards the protection of Thuma.
The Reserve is perfect for a walking safari, you can visit the remains of an old colonial hospital, cave with ancient rock paintings, climb Thuma Mountain and during the rainy season and beginning of the dry season you can swim in one of the many crystal clear streams.
Itinerary
Day 1: Lilongwe - Thuma Forest Reserve
We will pick you up from your hotel/lodge/campsite in Lilongwe at 8am and
drive you to Thuma Forest Reserve in time for a yummy lunch
and set up of camp. In the afternoon you will go on a walking safari into
the Reserve with a Ranger/Scout. Dinner at camp. Lunch/dinner included.
Camping
Day 2: Thuma Forest Reserve
A hearty breakfast before you take the whole day to explore the Reserve
with your Ranger / Scout. On the look out for Elephants and Buffalo. Lunch
and dinner will be at camp. Breakfast/lunch/dinner included.
Camping
Day 3: Lake Malawi
After a relaxing breakfast you will be driven to Lake Malawi (Senga Bay)
and have time to go for a swim or maybe try snorkelling. There are boats
at the campsite which you can hire to go and feed the Fish Eagles or visit
one of the islands (extra cost). Breakfast/lunch/dinner included.
Camping
Day 4: Lake Malawi
There will be time to spend on the lake, where you can wander along the
lakeshore and watch the fishermen bring in the catch of the morning. Lunch
will be at the campsite then you will be driven back to Lilongwe and drop
off will be at your hotel/lodge/campsite. Breakfast/lunch included.
Trip ends.
Other Trips:
Apart from Thuma Forest Reserve we can also do four day trips to the following places:
- Majete Wildlife Reserve
- Nyika National Park
- Vwaza Marsh Wildlife Reserve
- Lengwe National Park
Please contact us for more details.
Included:
- Private 4x4 travel
- All camping equipment (except sleeping bags)
- Yummy meals as above
- All park fees
- Walking safari above
- Driver/guide/cook
Not included:
- Drinks
- Flights
- Optional extras on Lake Malawi
Costs:
2 people (min): US $380 per person for 4 days.
3 people: US $300 per person for 4 days.
4 people: US $270 per person for 4 days.
Prices are US cash.
