Malawi is friendly, affordable and relaxed. Spend days on Lake Malawi at Cape Maclear or Likoma Island, hike Mount Mulanje and see a revived wildlife scene in Liwonde and Majete, both managed by African Parks.
Did you know? Lake Malawi is home to more species of fish than any other lake on earth, most of them colourful cichlids.
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Known for
- Lake Malawi
- Liwonde National Park
- Mount Mulanje
- Majete’s Big Five
Our guides to Malawi
- Lake Malawi: A vast freshwater lake with clear water and colourful fish.
Did you know?
Lake Malawi is home to more species of fish than any other lake on earth, most of them colourful cichlids.
Before you go
- Visas: rules depend on your passport and change often. Check Malawi’s official immigration website and see our visa guide.
- Health: see a travel clinic about vaccines and malaria. Read our health guide.
- Safety: read your government’s current travel advice for Malawi.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the capital of Malawi?
Lilongwe.
What currency does Malawi use?
Malawian kwacha.
What languages are spoken in Malawi?
English; Chichewa widely spoken.
When is the best time to visit Malawi?
May to Nov.
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