Malawi safari landscape

    Malawi

    Malawi Safaris

    Malawi is beating faster now and the legendary welcome is there for all who wish to experience the unrivalled combination of Lake, Landscape, Wildlife & Culture in one of Africa's most beautiful and compact countries. Described as the "Warm Heart Of Africa", this relatively little known gem of this diverse continent has so much to offer; wildlife, culture, adventure, scenery, and of course the third largest lake in Africa. A year-round destination, some even go as far to describe Malawi as the most attractive country in sub-Saharan Africa! This may seem to be an extravagant claim for such a relatively small country but the truth lies in the unique combination of attractions that Malawi has to offer. Where else will you find such a genuinely warm welcome in a country at peace with itself? Where else can you experience such a diverse scenic kaleidoscope in such a small area? Here you have central Africa's highest mountain, vast high plateau with seemingly limitless views, forests and unspoilt game parks and, the jewel in the crown, Africa's third largest and most beautiful lake truly an inland sea.

    Destinations in Malawi

    Lake Malawi safari
    Destination

    Lake Malawi

    Explore Lake Malawi, Africa's third largest lake as well as the second-deepest in Africa and the ninth-largest in the world. It's the Jewel in the Warm heart of Africa's tourism crown with its cool, clear blue waters, paired with its golden sands. It's the calendar lake as it is 365 miles in length from north to south and 52 miles wide. Occupying about 20 percent of the total surface area of Malawi, the lake covers an area of 29,600 sq km, most of which is located within the State of Malawi. Lake Malawi is also known as the lake of stars, as lights from the lanterns of fishermen on their boats can be seen, that resemble stars in the sky from a distance. Beautiful and astonishing golden beaches around Lake Malawi attract a lot of activities such as Snorkeling, Scuba diving, Beach soccer, Kayaking and Sailing, Boat trips, Water-skiing, Sailboarding, Beach volleyball, Stargazing, Sand festival and many more.

    Liwonde National Park safari
    Destination

    Liwonde National Park

    Liwonde National Park is about 2.5 hours south of Lilongwe. It is Malawi's premier wildlife and birding destination that lies in a unique area where Southern, Eastern, Central and West African species all occur. There are over 400 species recorded in the park. Liwonde's large mammal list is equally impressive, with large herds of elephants and a healthy population of hippos regularly sighted in and along the river. Relocated to the park in 2017, lion, cheetah and the increasingly threatened African wild dog can now also be spotted.

    Best Time to Visit Malawi

    Month-by-month travel guide with weather, highlights, and expert recommendations.

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    Malawi in May

    Weather

    May is the start of the dry season, with comfortably warm days at 20-25°C and cooler nights. Rainfall is minimal.

    Highlights

    Excellent game viewing as water sources shrink, concentrating animals. The landscape is still relatively green but drying.

    Best Areas

    All major parks like Liwonde National Park, Majete Wildlife Reserve, and Nyika National Park are highly recommended. Lake Malawi is perfect for water activities.

    Pros

    Ideal weather conditions for safaris and outdoor activities. Excellent game viewing opportunities and good visibility.

    Cons

    None significant, as it's a very popular and enjoyable month to visit.