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Ultimate Trans Africa Expedition

38 weeks From GBP 4850 More about this trip
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Cairo to Cape Town Nile Trans

16 weeks From GBP 2395 More about this trip
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Johannesburg to Nairobi

7 weeks From US$ 2490 More about this trip
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Cape Town to Nairobi Epic

6 weeks From US$ 1990 More about this trip
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Dar Es Salaam to Cape Town

5 weeks From US$ 1790 More about this trip
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Victoria Falls to Nairobi and Gorillas

5 weeks From US$ 1990 More about this trip
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Dar Es Salaam to Johannesburg

26 days From US$ 1390 More about this trip
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Victoria Falls to Nairobi

21 days From US$ 1290 More about this trip
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Livingstone to Johannesburg

21 days From EUR 1945 More about this trip
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Dar Es Salaam to Victoria Falls

15 days From US$ 890 More about this trip
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Victoria Falls to Dar Es Salaam

15 days From US$ 890 More about this trip
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Malawi Birds


With approximately 645 species to be found, Malawi birds are fairly abundant. The largest numbers of birds are found in the country's reserves, with wetland species to be found alongside forest and woodland species.

Birdlife in Malawi


Birdlife in Malawi is fairly rich, with a range of endemic and migratory species to be found. Over 400 species have been recorded in the Liwonde National Park in southern Malawi, including Lilian's lovebirds and the elusive brownbreasted Barbet.

Birding Malawi


With a range of species to be seen in the various habitats of the country, birding in Malawi offers excellent sightings - be sure to pack binoculars and a guide to the endemic bird species of Malawi, and look out for birding hot spots such as the national parks and Lake Malawi.

6 Malawi Overland Tours recommended for you

  • Ultimate Trans Africa Expedition

    38 weeks   From GBP 4850

    London to Cairo

  • Johannesburg to Nairobi

    7 weeks   From US$ 2490

    Johannesburg to Nairobi

  • Dar Es Salaam to Cape Town

    5 weeks   From US$ 1790

    Dar Es Salaam to Cape Town

  • Dar Es Salaam to Johannesburg

    26 days   From US$ 1390

    Dar Es Salaam to Johannesburg

  • Livingstone to Johannesburg

    21 days   From EUR 1945

    Livingstone to Johannesburg

  • Victoria Falls to Dar Es Salaam

    15 days   From US$ 890

    Victoria Falls to Dar Es Salaam