HIGHLIGHTS
Sapitwa Peak
Elephant Head Sunset View Point
A demanding route for hikers that have limited time within which to achieve the summit of SAPITWA: At 3001m above sea level the peak is the highest point in Central Africa (Malawi, Zambia and Mozambique).
PRICE DETAILS
Fixed price:
$ 325 Full Board
$ 225 Self Catering
CURRENCY CONVERTER
ITINERARY
DAY 1: ASCEND TO CHISEPO BASE CAMP
Ascend directly to base camp at Chisepo via the fairly shaded Sky line path and Chambe Basin. Proceed past the knife edge watershed that is the source of Likhubula River arriving at the overnight forest hut mid afternoon having enjoyed picnic lunch en-route. Though long and demanding, the route offers numerous refreshing viewpoints especially that of Thuchila Valley and underlying plains.
Overnight at Chisepo Forest Hut.
Hiking Time: 7-8 hours
DAY 2: ASCEND TO SAPITWA PEAK
After an early breakfast, ascend Sapitwa summiting the highest point in Southern tropical Africa by mid-morning. On a clear day views extend up to Zomba Plateau and Lake Chilwa to the North and North West. Return to hut for a hefty brunch. Afternoon, proceed on undulating terrain to Thuchila plateau. Sun set at Elephant Head View point is a must.
Overnight at Thuchila Forest Hut.
Hiking Time: 9 hours
DAY 3: DESCEND TO TENYADE ESTATE
Descend to pick up point at Tinyade Estate via the gentle and well shaded Likulezi path.
Transfer by vehicle to Likhubula Forest Lodge.
Hiking Time: 5 hours
WHAT IS INCLUDED
INCLUDED FULL BOARD
- Transfers to and from the descending points
- All Meals and snacks
- Hut accommodation fees
- Guide and assistance guide fees
- Porters
- Cooking Chef
- Entry fees
- Bottled water
INCLUDED SELF CATERING
- Hut accommodation fees
- Guide and assistance guide fees
- Porters
- Cooking Chef
EXCLUDED
- International Airfare
- Cost of obtaining passport and visas
- Excess baggage charges
- Gratuity for Porterage/ waiters at hotels, camps and airports
- Personal expenses such traveling insurance, excess baggage fee, communication charges that include, laundry, emails, faxes and phone calls. Beverages including luxury champagne, luxury spirits, beer, wines during meals or meals not indicated in the itinerary.