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The Warm Heart of Africa

Malawi

The “Warm Heart of Africa” — its vast, clear freshwater lake of cichlid fish and island lodges, plus reviving wildlife parks and highland plateaus.

— · — — °C Best: May–Oct (dry · cooler)

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The clear freshwater shore of Lake Malawi

Elephants in Liwonde National Park along the Shire River

The granite massif of Mount Mulanje

Capital

Lilongwe

Language

Chichewa, English

Currency

MWK (Malawian Kwacha)

Power

230 V · plug type G

Best time

May–Oct (dry · cooler)

Now in Lilongwe

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Icons of Malawi

What makes Malawi, Malawi

Lake Malawi

Snorkel & Dive

River Safari

Granite Peaks

Cichlid Fish

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Gear up

Travel gear for Malawi

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Plan & book

Get to Malawi & get around

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Do & see

Things to do in Malawi

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Before you go

Travel essentials

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Where to go

Notable places in Malawi

The clear freshwater shore of Lake Malawi

Lake Malawi

A huge, crystal-clear lake for snorkelling, kayaking, and island-lodge stays.

Elephants in Liwonde National Park along the Shire River

Liwonde National Park

Elephants, hippos, and rhinos along the Shire River.

The granite massif of Mount Mulanje

Mount Mulanje

A dramatic granite massif for multi-day plateau trekking.

The big picture

About Malawi

The “Warm Heart of Africa” — its vast, clear freshwater lake of cichlid fish and island lodges, plus reviving wildlife parks and highland plateaus.

Source: Wikipedia · CC BY-SA 4.0

A Lake Malawi cichlid — the lake holds hundreds of endemic species

Before you fly

Visa info

Malawi visa: Most visitors use an e-Visa or get a visa-on-arrival. Check current rules.

Visa rules change frequently. Always confirm with the official Malawian immigration authorities for your nationality before booking flights.

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