MALAWI
Malawi, also affectionately known as ‘the warm heart of Africa’, measures just 45,747 mi2 – and it is quite incredible how diverse the country is.
LAKE MALAWI
There is Lake Malawi of course, the third largest lake in Africa, and with that comes remote islands, picturesque shorelines, and stunning sunrises and sunsets.
MUMBO ISLAND
Mumbo Island is about a 40 minute boat ride from the mainland. Let it take you away from modern distractions, mobile phones and normal hectic life.
Likomo Island Malawi
LIKOMA ISLAND
Situated on Lake Malawi and only 17km² in size. This unique paradise is home to Central Africa’s third largest cathedral, St Peter’s
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Then there are the mountainous grasslands of Mulanje, and Nyika and Zomba plateaus, not to mention the game-rich national parks and wildlife reserves!
MOUNT MULANJE
Mount Mulanje is Malawi’s answer to Mount Kilimanjaro without the crowds and the high price tag.
It towers over 3000m high, locals call it the ‘island in the sky’, and it is easy to see why – on a misty day the mountain is enclosed in a smoke-like haze, and its highest peak, Sapitwa, bursts through the cloud.
MALAWI SEASONS
Broadly speaking Malawi has two seasons: dry and wet.
The dry season is from May to October. Within this, May to August is a cooler time of year with bright sunshine and fresh evenings
Temperatures start to rise in September and remain high throughout the rainy season, which runs from
November to April.
MALAWI SEASONS
Your interests will dictate the best season to visit.
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High Season:
June to October
Best time for game viewing
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Shoulder Season:
April to May
Best time for landscape photography and budget travelers
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Low Season:
November to March
Best for migratory bird viewing, flowers and newborn wildlife
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"You’d be a fool to let the term ‘rainy season’ put you off, you only need to experience an African storm once to have your soul stirred by it forever."
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ACCOMMODATION
Accommodation options range from small to medium-sized hotels, lodges, camps and more.
There are only a small number of high-end lodges in Malawi, but these are small, intimate and very comfortable – and so have what it takes for a luxurious holiday.
‘off the beaten track’ luxury, Malawi
Blue Zebra Island Lodge
Tucked away on Nankoma Island, a part of the Marelli Island archipelago, is the Blue Zebra Island Lodge.
Under the protection of the Lake Malawi National Park, these three Islands offer a unique opportunity to see rare species of Malawi's colourful Cichlid fish that have earned this site its UNESCO World Heritage Site accreditation.
The Islands are also renowned for their dazzling array of bird life.
Less than two hours from Lilongwe you will find yourself on an unspoilt island paradise, surrounded by nature and luxury.
vISAS
South African passport holders do not require visas.
Travelers from countries requiring visa should visit www.evisa.gov.mw for visa applications.
