Add-ons and experiences available in Malawi

Are you ready to take your volunteer program in Malawi to the next level? Check out these popular activities, tours and upgrades, exclusively available to IVHQ volunteers as add-ons.

If you’ve already registered for an IVHQ program, these must-do experiences and tours can easily be added to your trip via your MyIVHQ profile.

Accommodation

Extra Night of accommodation

Arriving early or departing a few days after your program has finished? Book your extra nights of accommodation here.

From $72

Extra Night of accommodation

If you plan on arriving early or departing a few days after your program has finished, IVHQ makes it easy to be flexible with your arrival and departure dates by offering extra nights of accommodation that you can pre-arrange before you depart.

Please note if you are planning to arrive outside of Sunday, your program fee does not cover your airport pick up and you will need to make your own way to the program location or add a private airport pick up to your itinerary.

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From $72

USD
- United States Dollars - $
- Australian Dollars - AU$
- Brazilian Reals - R$
- British Pound Sterling - £
- Canadian Dollars - CA$
- Chinese Yuan - CN¥
- Euros - €
- Hong Kong Dollars - HK$
- Mexican Pesos - MX$
- New Zealand Dollars - NZ$
- Singapore Dollars - SG$
- Swiss Francs - CHF
- UAE Dirhams - AED

What's included

Single Bed
Meals
Shared room with up to 7 other volunteers of the same gender

How to book?

Apply and register for an IVHQ volunteer program.
Once you have paid your Registration Fee to secure your place on your chosen IVHQ volunteer program, you'll be able to book your add-ons, experiences, and tours in your MyIVHQ account.

Apply to volunteer Log in

Introduction

Introduction Week

Learn more about Malawian culture and tick off some must-do experiences!

$312

Introduction Week

Want an awesome way to kickstart your volunteer abroad experience? Embark on an enriching journey with our Malawi Introduction and Culture Week, a vibrant exploration into the heart of Africa's warm heart - Malawi. This immersive program is designed to offer participants an in-depth understanding of Malawi's rich cultural heritage, breathtaking landscapes, and the warmth of its people.

Introduction Schedule:

Monday

Breakfast at the accommodation
Introduction meeting covering house rules, expectations, health and safety, Malawian do's and don'ts, culture, history, and basic Chewa language.
Tour of the compound and local area, including shops and SIM card assistance.
Lunch
Visit to Mangochi's Local Market to experience the vibrant atmosphere, explore diverse stalls, and interact with local vendors.
Visit to the nearby river for relaxation and scenic views.
Dinner at the accommodation.

Tuesday

Breakfast at the accommodation.
Visit to Mangochi town to explore its historical and cultural significance, including the museum and monuments.
Lunch at the accommodation.
Visit to a cultural village to engage in traditional activities, witness indigenous performances, and learn about local customs and traditions firsthand
Dinner at the accommodation.

Wednesday

Breakfast at the accommodation.
Exploration of Lake Malawi National Park, including picturesque views and optional swimming in the lake.
Lunch in nature, either as a picnic or at a local eatery.
Leisure time on the beach for relaxation and enjoyment.
Hands-on cooking class to learn and prepare local dishes, immersing oneself in the culinary culture.
Dinner featuring the dishes prepared in the cooking class

Thursday

Breakfast at the accommodation.
Liwonde National Park exploration, discovering diverse wildlife and scenic landscapes.
Lunch in nature or at a local eatery.
Further exploration of the national park, engaging in optional activities like guided walks, bird watching, or boat safaris.
Dinner at the accommodation

Friday

Breakfast at the accommodation
Creative bracelet handicraft lesson, exploring artistic expression and cultural exchange.
Lunch at the accommodation.
Visit to a local fishery to immerse oneself in the regional fishing lifestyle.
Meeting to discuss individual placements and gain insights into ongoing programs.
Visit to witness the ongoing projects firsthand.
Evaluation session to reflect on the week's activities, challenges, and lessons learnt.
Dinner at the accommodation.

*** This schedule can be changed and/or amended depending on weather conditions, local
conditions and unforeseen circumstances ***

Additional Equipment:
Sunscreen, sunhat, and sunglasses for sun protection
Mosquito/insect repellent (Deet)
Comfortable working shoes
Hand sanitizer and wet wipes for personal hygiene
Modest and comfortable clothing suitable for cultural interactions
Personal medication and a basic first-aid kit
Daypack or backpack for daily excursions
Reusable water bottle to stay hydrated during activities

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$312

USD
- United States Dollars - $
- Australian Dollars - AU$
- Brazilian Reals - R$
- British Pound Sterling - £
- Canadian Dollars - CA$
- Chinese Yuan - CN¥
- Euros - €
- Hong Kong Dollars - HK$
- Mexican Pesos - MX$
- New Zealand Dollars - NZ$
- Singapore Dollars - SG$
- Swiss Francs - CHF
- UAE Dirhams - AED

What's included

Accommodation
Meals
Introduction to the IVHQ Malawi Program and the local staff, rules, expectations, health and safety, Malawian do's and don'ts, culture, history, and basic Chewa language,
Visit to Mangochi's Local Market
Visit to the nearby river for relaxation and scenic views
Visit to Mangochi town and visiting the museum and monuments
Visit to a cultural village to engage in traditional activities and view indigenous performances
Explore Lake Malawi National Park
Cooking Class
Liwonde National Park
Handicraft Workshop
Visit to a local fishery

How to book?

Apply and register for an IVHQ volunteer program.
Once you have paid your Registration Fee to secure your place on your chosen IVHQ volunteer program, you'll be able to book your add-ons, experiences, and tours in your MyIVHQ account.

Apply to volunteer Log in

Transportation

Airport Drop-off

Enjoy a stress free ride from the volunteer accommodation back to Kamuzu International Airport (LLW) arranged by our local team.

$162

Airport Drop-off

Want your airport drop off organized for you for the end of your IVHQ Malawi trip? We can book an airport transfer for you from your volunteer accommodation back to Kamuzu International Airport (LLW) at an affordable price.

Without knowing what the right price is to pay in Malawi for an airport transfer, you can easily get overcharged, or spend a long time trying to haggle a decent price. Enjoy a stress free ride back to the airport arranged by our local team.

You’ll be picked up from your volunteer accommodation at your chosen time, and driven directly to the airport with plenty of time for your flight.

If booking with another person, only one person needs to buy this upgrade and please contact your Program Manager to inform who the other volunteer is that will be using this upgrade.

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$162

USD
- United States Dollars - $
- Australian Dollars - AU$
- Brazilian Reals - R$
- British Pound Sterling - £
- Canadian Dollars - CA$
- Chinese Yuan - CN¥
- Euros - €
- Hong Kong Dollars - HK$
- Mexican Pesos - MX$
- New Zealand Dollars - NZ$
- Singapore Dollars - SG$
- Swiss Francs - CHF
- UAE Dirhams - AED

What's included

Door-to-door transfer from volunteer accommodation to LLW International Airport at your chosen time
Affordable price at local’s rates
Organized for you & hassle free
Reliable, safe and trusted transport by our local team’s drivers

How to book?

Apply and register for an IVHQ volunteer program.
Once you have paid your Registration Fee to secure your place on your chosen IVHQ volunteer program, you'll be able to book your add-ons, experiences, and tours in your MyIVHQ account.

Apply to volunteer Log in

Airport Pick Up for volunteers arriving outside of the airport pick up window

If you’re arriving outside the airport pick-up times, book this add on now!

$162

Airport Pick Up for volunteers arriving outside of the airport pick up window

If you arrive before 6am on Sunday or after midnight on the Sunday before your program is due to start, your airport pick up is not included in your Program Fee. In this case, you can either make your own way to the program or book this add-on so the local team can organize your airport pick up.

If booking with another person, only one person needs to buy this upgrade and please contact your Program Manager to inform who the other volunteer is that will be using this upgrade.

...

$162

USD
- United States Dollars - $
- Australian Dollars - AU$
- Brazilian Reals - R$
- British Pound Sterling - £
- Canadian Dollars - CA$
- Chinese Yuan - CN¥
- Euros - €
- Hong Kong Dollars - HK$
- Mexican Pesos - MX$
- New Zealand Dollars - NZ$
- Singapore Dollars - SG$
- Swiss Francs - CHF
- UAE Dirhams - AED

What's included

Transport via private car by our local team from Kamuzu International Airport (LLW) directly to the volunteer house in Mangochi.
Stress free pick with a member of our local team waiting for you in the arrivals lounge
Affordable price at local’s rates

How to book?

Apply and register for an IVHQ volunteer program.
Once you have paid your Registration Fee to secure your place on your chosen IVHQ volunteer program, you'll be able to book your add-ons, experiences, and tours in your MyIVHQ account.

Apply to volunteer Log in

Accommodation

Extra Night of accommodation

Arriving early or departing a few days after your program has finished? Book your extra nights of accommodation here.

From $72

Extra Night of accommodation

...

From $72

USD
- United States Dollars - $
- Australian Dollars - AU$
- Brazilian Reals - R$
- British Pound Sterling - £
- Canadian Dollars - CA$
- Chinese Yuan - CN¥
- Euros - €
- Hong Kong Dollars - HK$
- Mexican Pesos - MX$
- New Zealand Dollars - NZ$
- Singapore Dollars - SG$
- Swiss Francs - CHF
- UAE Dirhams - AED

What's included

Single Bed
Meals
Shared room with up to 7 other volunteers of the same gender

How to book?

Apply and register for an IVHQ volunteer program.
Once you have paid your Registration Fee to secure your place on your chosen IVHQ volunteer program, you'll be able to book your add-ons, experiences, and tours in your MyIVHQ account.

Apply to volunteer Log in

Introduction

Introduction Week

Learn more about Malawian culture and tick off some must-do experiences!

$312

Introduction Week

Breakfast at the accommodation
Introduction meeting covering house rules, expectations, health and safety, Malawian do's and don'ts, culture, history, and basic Chewa language.
Tour of the compound and local area, including shops and SIM card assistance.
Lunch
Visit to Mangochi's Local Market to experience the vibrant atmosphere, explore diverse stalls, and interact with local vendors.
Visit to the nearby river for relaxation and scenic views.
Dinner at the accommodation.

Tuesday

Breakfast at the accommodation.
Visit to Mangochi town to explore its historical and cultural significance, including the museum and monuments.
Lunch at the accommodation.
Visit to a cultural village to engage in traditional activities, witness indigenous performances, and learn about local customs and traditions firsthand
Dinner at the accommodation.

Wednesday

Breakfast at the accommodation.
Exploration of Lake Malawi National Park, including picturesque views and optional swimming in the lake.
Lunch in nature, either as a picnic or at a local eatery.
Leisure time on the beach for relaxation and enjoyment.
Hands-on cooking class to learn and prepare local dishes, immersing oneself in the culinary culture.
Dinner featuring the dishes prepared in the cooking class

Thursday

Breakfast at the accommodation.
Liwonde National Park exploration, discovering diverse wildlife and scenic landscapes.
Lunch in nature or at a local eatery.
Further exploration of the national park, engaging in optional activities like guided walks, bird watching, or boat safaris.
Dinner at the accommodation

Friday

Breakfast at the accommodation
Creative bracelet handicraft lesson, exploring artistic expression and cultural exchange.
Lunch at the accommodation.
Visit to a local fishery to immerse oneself in the regional fishing lifestyle.
Meeting to discuss individual placements and gain insights into ongoing programs.
Visit to witness the ongoing projects firsthand.
Evaluation session to reflect on the week's activities, challenges, and lessons learnt.
Dinner at the accommodation.

...

$312

USD
- United States Dollars - $
- Australian Dollars - AU$
- Brazilian Reals - R$
- British Pound Sterling - £
- Canadian Dollars - CA$
- Chinese Yuan - CN¥
- Euros - €
- Hong Kong Dollars - HK$
- Mexican Pesos - MX$
- New Zealand Dollars - NZ$
- Singapore Dollars - SG$
- Swiss Francs - CHF
- UAE Dirhams - AED

What's included

Accommodation
Meals
Introduction to the IVHQ Malawi Program and the local staff, rules, expectations, health and safety, Malawian do's and don'ts, culture, history, and basic Chewa language,
Visit to Mangochi's Local Market
Visit to the nearby river for relaxation and scenic views
Visit to Mangochi town and visiting the museum and monuments
Visit to a cultural village to engage in traditional activities and view indigenous performances
Explore Lake Malawi National Park
Cooking Class
Liwonde National Park
Handicraft Workshop
Visit to a local fishery

How to book?

Apply and register for an IVHQ volunteer program.
Once you have paid your Registration Fee to secure your place on your chosen IVHQ volunteer program, you'll be able to book your add-ons, experiences, and tours in your MyIVHQ account.

Apply to volunteer Log in

Transportation

Airport Drop-off

Enjoy a stress free ride from the volunteer accommodation back to Kamuzu International Airport (LLW) arranged by our local team.

$162

Airport Drop-off

...

$162

USD
- United States Dollars - $
- Australian Dollars - AU$
- Brazilian Reals - R$
- British Pound Sterling - £
- Canadian Dollars - CA$
- Chinese Yuan - CN¥
- Euros - €
- Hong Kong Dollars - HK$
- Mexican Pesos - MX$
- New Zealand Dollars - NZ$
- Singapore Dollars - SG$
- Swiss Francs - CHF
- UAE Dirhams - AED

What's included

Door-to-door transfer from volunteer accommodation to LLW International Airport at your chosen time
Affordable price at local’s rates
Organized for you & hassle free
Reliable, safe and trusted transport by our local team’s drivers

How to book?

Apply and register for an IVHQ volunteer program.
Once you have paid your Registration Fee to secure your place on your chosen IVHQ volunteer program, you'll be able to book your add-ons, experiences, and tours in your MyIVHQ account.

Apply to volunteer Log in

Airport Pick Up for volunteers arriving outside of the airport pick up window

If you’re arriving outside the airport pick-up times, book this add on now!

$162

Airport Pick Up for volunteers arriving outside of the airport pick up window

...

$162

USD
- United States Dollars - $
- Australian Dollars - AU$
- Brazilian Reals - R$
- British Pound Sterling - £
- Canadian Dollars - CA$
- Chinese Yuan - CN¥
- Euros - €
- Hong Kong Dollars - HK$
- Mexican Pesos - MX$
- New Zealand Dollars - NZ$
- Singapore Dollars - SG$
- Swiss Francs - CHF
- UAE Dirhams - AED

What's included

Transport via private car by our local team from Kamuzu International Airport (LLW) directly to the volunteer house in Mangochi.
Stress free pick with a member of our local team waiting for you in the arrivals lounge
Affordable price at local’s rates

How to book?

Apply and register for an IVHQ volunteer program.
Once you have paid your Registration Fee to secure your place on your chosen IVHQ volunteer program, you'll be able to book your add-ons, experiences, and tours in your MyIVHQ account.

Apply to volunteer Log in

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Apply and register for an IVHQ volunteer program.
Once you have paid your Registration Fee to secure your place on your chosen IVHQ volunteer program, you'll be able to book your add-ons, experiences, and tours in your MyIVHQ account.

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