Projects, parks, and lake—this trip delivers them all. From rolling up your sleeves on community projects, to unwinding on the shores of Lake Malawi, to holding your breath as elephants cross your path at Majete Wildlife Reserve. It’s a journey that blends hands-on community engagement, unforgettable wildlife encounters, and the magic of the famous twinkling ‘Lake of Stars.’
Our 14 day program is carefully crafted to maximize every experience. Your journey begins before you arrive, with introduction and ask-us-anything calls. With hundreds of guests walking through our doors before you, we’ll calm any wobbles and make sure the tummy butterflies are pure excitement!
In Malawi, you’ll be welcomed at Chileka Airport, before a short drive to Fisherman’s Rest Lodge. Here, you’ll settle into your Malawian home, dip in the pool and soak in the views. Malawi is remarkable—alive with song, hope, and prayer. As you join projects and meet people so eager to share their stories, you’ll be moved in ways that will change your view on life forever. Each experience connects you with people, places, and purpose.
There’s a team behind our projects, making them sustainable, goal oriented and successful. You don’t just get to experience our unique approach to sustainable development, you get to be a part of it. From fixing water points to singing under trees while you shelter from rain, no two days are the same, come see for yourself!
Leaving busy full days at Fisherman’s Rest you’ll retreat to the “Lake of Stars”, also known as Nyasa.
The golden-white sand and twinkling waters will captivate you, as you unwind and decompress on its shores.
From the lake’s watery beauty, you’ll travel to Majete’s plains. Where lion, elephant, cheetah, wild dog, buffalo, giraffe and zebra roam wild.
We are passionate about sustainable development, but we also believe in the wonder of a safari! Guided by expert rangers and welcoming hosts, you’ll enjoy the luxury and magic of an exclusive wildlife experience.
At the end of your trip, we may well shed a few tears and sadly wave you goodbye. You’ll leave not as a visitor, but as family.
Land in Blantyre, Malawi. We’ll collect you from Chileka Airport and welcome you to Fisherman’s Rest Lodge and Mbame Estate.
Dive into life in Malawi and experience community and projects like never before!
Spend two days in ultimate relaxation at Lake Malawi.
Back at Fisherman’s Rest, have a day to explore Blantyre and experience some of the city’s history.
Travel to Majete Wildlife Reserve and see Africa’s Big 5 (hopefully), up close and roaming free.
Depart for Chileka Airport after one final drive around the reserve.
Arrive back home full of stories, memories and photographs.
We’ll answer all your Malawi-related questions every month once you book. We know you’ll have LOADS! Even so, we understand you may have a few before you book. Arrange a call here.
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