7 days in Malawi Itinerary

As Malawi's second-largest city, Blantyre represents the country's main commercial and industrial hub and boasts a dynamic array of food options.

On the 8th (Wed), don't miss a visit to Malawi Stock Exchange and then pause for some serene contemplation at St.Michael's and All Angels Church. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 9th (Thu): take in the exciting artwork at La Caverna Art Gallery and then stroll through Majete Wildlife Reserve.

To find ratings, other places to visit, photos, and tourist information, you can read our Blantyre travel planner.

Nelspruit, South Africa to Blantyre is an approximately 23.5-hour car ride. Expect a bit cooler evenings in Blantyre when traveling from Nelspruit in February, with lows around 24°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 10th (Fri) so you can drive to Nkhata Bay.

Nkhata Bay or just Nkhata is the capital of the Nkhata Bay District in Malawi. On the 11th (Sat), kick back and relax at Kande Beach.

To find where to stay, other places to visit, traveler tips, and more tourist information, use the Nkhata Bay trip planner.

You can drive from Blantyre to Nkhata Bay in 8.5 hours. Another option is to take a bus. Expect a bit cooler temperatures when traveling from Blantyre in February; daily highs in Nkhata Bay reach 26°C and lows reach 20°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 11th (Sat) so you can fly to Salima.

Salima may refer to:People Salima Aga Khan (born 1940), ex-wife of Prince Karim Aga Khan Salima Ghezali (born 1958), an Algerian journalist and writer Salima Hamouche (born 1984), an Algerian volleyball player Salima Hashmi, a Pakistani artist and writer Salima Ikram (born 1965), a Pakistani archaeologist Salima Machamba (1874–1964), a sultan of Mohéli Salima Murad (c. Start off your visit on the 12th (Sun): tour the pleasant surroundings at Kuti Wildlife Reserve.

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You can fly from Nkhata Bay to Salima in 3 hours. Other options are to drive; or do a combination of bus and car. In February, Salima is somewhat warmer than Nkhata Bay - with highs of 30°C and lows of 26°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 12th (Sun) early enough to fly to Likoma Island.

Located on the Mozambican side of Lake Malawi, Likoma Island holds plenty of allure with giant baobabs and sweeping views of the wild coast.

Kick off your visit on the 13th (Mon): pause for some serene contemplation at St. Peter's Cathedral.

To see photos, other places to visit, and other tourist information, go to the Likoma Island trip maker app.

You can fly from Salima to Likoma Island in 3 hours. Other options are to do a combination of car and ferry; or drive. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 13th (Mon) to allow time for the flight to Lilongwe.

The capital city of Malawi and its largest, Lilongwe serves as an important center of economy and transportation for the area.

On the 14th (Tue), tour the pleasant surroundings at Lilongwe Wildlife Centre and then get a sense of history and politics at Parliament Building.

To see traveler tips, more things to do, where to stay, and more tourist information, refer to the Lilongwe trip website.

You can fly from Likoma Island to Lilongwe in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of ferry and car. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 14th (Tue) to allow enough time to fly back home.