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Reasons To
Visit Malawi

  • Beaches

    The majestic Lake Malawi covers a fifth of the country, its sparkling waters stretching for 500 kilometres. Fringed by idyllic sandy beaches, it is often more reminiscent of the ocean off a tropical island than a rare body of water in a landlocked African country.

    Beaches

  • Birds

    With excellent guides and a range of water habitats, Malawi is a great destination for birding enthusiasts. Possibly best of all is the Nyika Plateau, home to a range of species that you will not find in neighbouring countries due to its utterly unique environment.

    Birds

  • Colonial History

    Always peaceful and welcoming, Malawi boasts a rich cultural and colonial heritage. An integral part of the missionary route trodden by Livingstone and his followers, echoes can be seen in Blantyre and Zomba, but nowhere is it more apparent than at the awesome St Peter’s Cathedral on Likoma Island.

    Colonial History

  • Diving and snorkelling

    For the freshwater and cychlid enthusiast, Lake Malawi is a spectacular arena for snorkelling and diving. On the lake there are several places that offer top class snorkelling and diving spots, including Kaya Mawa on Likoma Island and Danforth Yachting in the Cape Maclear area.

    Diving and snorkelling

  • Tea Plantations

    In the shadow of Mount Mulanje, the tea plantations of Thyolo are a wonderfully relaxed place to visit and enjoy the brilliant green fields, mahogany forests and small water falls. Time can be spent learning about how the tea is made or exploring the lush landscapes under your own steam.

    Tea Plantations

  • Tropical Fish

    Lake Malawi is a mecca for enthusiasts of smaller aquatic life, with more freshwater fish species than Europe and North America combined. The sparkling tropical waters are filled with over 1,000 different rainbow-coloured cychlid fish, many of which are endemic to the lake.

    Tropical Fish

  • Wildlife

    Malawi isn't a Big 5 Safari destination however Liwonde National Park does offer beautiful riverine scenery, large herds of elephant, big hippo pods, crocs, several different antelope species and a myriad of bird species including the rare Pels Fishing Owl. The boat safaris are a real highlight here. With a couple of new camps opening up Malawi's Majete Reserve is also an intriguing destination for those seeking an off the beaten track wildlife experience with the chance to see black rhino, elephant, buffalo and a variety of plains game.

    Wildlife

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Accommodation in Malawi: Mvuu Wilderness Lodge

Perhaps the most authentic bush lodge in Malawi, the Mvuu Lodge is excellently run, has attentive and friendly staff and is in an idyllic location.

Mvuu Wilderness Lodge, Liwonde National Park
Mvuu Wilderness Lodge, Liwonde National ParkMvuu Wilderness Lodge, Liwonde National ParkMvuu Wilderness Lodge, Liwonde National Park
Our Rating: First Class

Mvuu Wilderness Lodge

Liwonde National Park

The luxurious Mvuu Wilderness Lodge is situated on the confluence of a small tributary and the Shire River.

Views from camp are of the river on one side and the bush on the other.

There are eight luxury en suite safari tents with thatch roofs and one lovely honeymoon tent with sunken bathtub. The main lodge has a plunge pool and excellent views of hippo in the river and warthog and antelope on the plains.

Activities include walks, game drives and boat trips on the Shire River.

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