Malawi is a landlocked country situated in southeast Africa lying within the Great Rift Valley system. Malawi has breathtaking landscapes and is home to nine national parks and wildlife reserves. It’s rich diversity of both flora and fauna and home to Lake Malawi one of the 3rd largest lakes in the world makes for very unspoilt interesting viewing . Whilst it may not be quite as popular for it’s wildlife as it’s neighbouring countries it is home to 170 species of mammals and the famous Big 5. The warm friendly Malawian people are without a doubt an assest to their country. You will be met with a big smile that sets the tone for what’s going to be a memorable experience.
Lake Malawi
Is the 9th largest lake in the world. It’s sandy beaches and crystal clear water makes it an awesome environment for snorkelling, sailing, canoeing and kayaking. Lake Malawi National Park is a freshwater national park at the southern end of Lake Malawi. It was created to protect the fish life and all the lake’s inhabitants. Lake Malawi has more species of fish in it’s waters than any other lake.
Nyika
Nyika is one of the oldest and largest national parks in Malawi. They say it has one of the highest densities of leopard in Central Africa however this has not been proven by a scientific survey although trackers see tracks of the elusive creature regularly, especially in the forest behind Chelinda Lodge. Large herds of antelope can be spotted with elephants keeping mainly to the lower ground.
Vwaza Marsh Wildlife Reserve
A lower-lying protected area consisting of wetland and woodlands. It has the largest elephant population in northern Malawi.
Kasunga National Park
Is situated in the west of Central Malawi , bordering Zambia. It used to be Malawi’s main game park, herds of antelope and elephants are common in the park as well as predators including hyenas, leopards, jackals and servals. Hippo’s can be seen wallowing in the lake at Lifupa and the birdlife is excellent.
Liwonde National Park
Is situated in southern Malawi near the Mozambique border. It is definitely the most popular park in Malawi offering top class safari’s and cultural experience’s in the local village’s. The breathtaking scenery and prolific wildlife make it a must to visit. Take a boat safari along the River Shire which flows along the parks western border and get up close and personal with the wildlife.