Malawi: The Warm Heart of Africa

Why Visit Malawi?

Malawi centres on the vast, freshwater Lake Malawi, home to more fish species than any other lake on Earth, alongside highland tea estates and some of the friendliest welcomes on the continent.

Top Attractions

1. Lake Malawi

A vast freshwater lake with white sand beaches and the world's greatest diversity of freshwater fish.

2. Liwonde National Park

A compact but wildlife-rich reserve along the Shire River, home to elephants, hippos and rhinos.

3. Mount Mulanje

Southern Africa's highest peak outside the main mountain ranges, popular for multi-day hiking.

4. Zomba Plateau

A cool highland plateau of pine forests, waterfalls and colonial-era tea estates.

5. Cape Maclear

A relaxed lakeside village and gateway to Lake Malawi National Park's snorkelling reefs.

Unmissable Experiences

Lake Malawi Snorkelling

Spot hundreds of colourful cichlid fish species in clear freshwater.

Liwonde Safari & Boat Cruise

Combine game drives with river cruises to spot elephants and hippos.

Mount Mulanje Trekking

Hike multi-day trails across Malawi's highest mountain massif.

Zomba Plateau Tea Estate Visit

Explore colonial-era tea plantations amid cool highland scenery.

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More information about Malawi

Malawi is dominated by Lake Malawi, the third-largest lake in Africa, stretching along much of the country's eastern border and supporting a huge freshwater fishing industry.

Known as the 'Warm Heart of Africa,' Malawi is consistently rated among the continent's friendliest and safest destinations for independent travel.

Wildlife tourism here is compact and accessible, with parks like Liwonde and Majete offering strong Big Five sightings without the crowds of larger safari destinations.

The country's highlands, including Mount Mulanje and the Zomba Plateau, provide a cooler, greener contrast to the lakeshore's tropical warmth.

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