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Malawi
Destination · Country guide

Malawi

The warm heart of Africa — Lake Malawi, friendly people, easy travel.

Best time
May–October
Suggested length
7–10 days
Climate
Tropical highland; lakeshore warmer than the plateau.
Currency
Malawian Kwacha (MWK); USD accepted at lodges.
Languages
English, Chichewa
Visa
Visa on arrival USD 75 or e-visa.
Airports
Lilongwe (LLW) · Blantyre (BLZ)
Overview

Why Malawi

Malawi is one of Africa's friendliest and most relaxed countries. Lake Malawi runs the length of the country — clear freshwater, hundreds of endemic cichlid fish, and palm-lined sands.

Liwonde and Nyika add genuine safari country, while Mount Mulanje attracts walkers and climbers.

What you'll see & do

Top attractions, activities and highlights

Top attractions in Malawi

Top attractions

  • ·Lake Malawi
  • ·Liwonde NP
  • ·Nyika Plateau
  • ·Mount Mulanje
  • ·Cape Maclear
Lantern-lit dhow and thatched makuti umbrellas on soft white sand beneath palms at sunset on Zanzibar's east coast.

Recommended activities

  • ·Diving, snorkelling, kayaking
  • ·Game drives
  • ·Mountain hiking
  • ·Cultural visits
Traveller in modest beachwear admiring a turquoise hidden cove framed by limestone cliffs and palm trees.

Wildlife & culture

  • ·Cichlid fish
  • ·Elephant
  • ·African fish eagle
  • ·Friendly culture
Sample journeys

Tour packages we can build for you

Lake Malawi Escape — Malawi
5 daysfrom $1,490

Lake Malawi Escape

Four nights lakeside, snorkelling, kayaking and stargazing.

Malawi Explorer — Malawi
10 daysfrom $3,690

Malawi Explorer

Nyika plateau + Liwonde + Lake Malawi.

Through the lens

Photo gallery

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Local cuisine

Nsima · Chambo (lake fish) · Mbatata cakes

Practical

Travel tips from our local team

  • Combine with Zambia for a southern African add-on.
  • Bring antihistamines — bilharzia is rare in tourist swim spots but treat any unusual reaction.
Good to know

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