Those who’ve already seen the big five, want just a taster of safari, or who have an interest in conservation.
Majete National Park. Heavily poached in the 80’s and 90’s it is now home to herds of plains game, families of elephant, and the critically endangered black rhino. 2012 brings plans to reintroduce the big cats to the park. Watch this space…
Eight open-fronted chalets on the banks of the Shire River. The style is safari-chic. Think cool, neutral tones, natural materials and a design that brings the outside in.
There’s a pool to take a dip in between game drives, a lapa for your evening campfire, and a viewing deck for wildlife-spotting throughout the day. Meals can be eaten both inside and outside, depending on the weather.
Game drives, walking safaris, and boat trips on the Shire River. For photographers, there is a hide overlooking a nearby waterhole, and visits to the local community are heartily recommended as a key part of Majete’s restoration story.
For the classic bush and beach combination, you don’t need to go all of the way out to the Indian Ocean. Instead, add on a few days on the sandy shores of Lake Malawi, at Mkulumadzi’s sister property, Pumulani.