Malawi from its better-known, The Warm Heart of Africa, is genuinely friendly, safe and in many ways, undiscovered heart of Africa – an inclusive destination that is just little bit different from its better – known neighbours. It’s a place where tourists seem to be travellers. Typically, they are visitors who already know Africa but now seek a more varied and altogether broader experience. In fact, Malawi’s unique selling point is the sheer variety of things to see and do in a comparatively confined area.
Experience our Lake Malawi
Perhaps like no other country, Malawi is dominated by a lake. In fact, Lake Malawi, the third largest in Africa, covers an impressive 20 per cent of the country’s total surface area. It contains more species of fish, many of them endemic – than any other body of water on earth.
Lake Malawi “the inland sea”
The main attractions of Lake Malawi are its discreet island hideaway properties, its surprisingly smart lakeside lodges and the great opportunities to dive, snorkel, kayak, sail and swim in its delightfully warm and crystal-clear waters.
Lake Malawi has its own national park, covering 94 sq km, in a stunningly beautiful location at Cape Maclear. The park was created to protect the lake’s endemic fish species and is one of the Malawi’s UNESCO World Heritage sites. This area was a favourite with the explorer David Livingstone and the graves of five early European missionaries are found in the park.
Experience Our Nature
The Mulanje Mountain, proudly known as ”the island in the sky” is the highest peak in southern Africa, covering an area of 650 square kilometres and an impressive height of 3,000 meters above the sea level. The Mountain is covered with several varieties of vegetation and a unique tree known as Mulanje Cider. The tea estates around the Mount Mulanje bring the landscape to life and are part of Mulanje heritage.
The mountain offers spectacular views of the plantations stretching up to Mozambique. Various tea estates are open to the public. Tours give visitors a chance to learn more about the various types of tea and how they are produced. Tea tastings are an enjoyable and popular part of the tours.
Experience our Wildlife
Malawi is a Big Five destination. It has five national parks and four wildlife reserves, each with unique features.
Nyika National Park
Located in Northern Malawi, Nyika National Park covers an area of 3,200 sq km and is the largest national park in Malawi. It is the oldest national park, established in 1965. Almost the entire Nyika Plateau, which rises over 2,500m above sea level, is designated as a national park and the landscape of rolling hills, grasslands and flowers is breathtakingly stunning, leaving visitors speechless (thrilled).
The park has more than 100 species of mammals including large population of antelope and largest population of leopard in Central Africa.
Majete Wildlife Reserve
Majete Wildlife Reserve is located in the Southern Malawi, 70km from Blantyre City. The reserve is the only park in Malawi where the “Big Five” can be seen and game drives and guided tours are available.
Away from the crowds and in unspoilt wilderness, you can explore by safari vehicles, walking, trekking for unforgettable safari experience.
Experience Our Culture
Malawi has a rich cultural heritage. Much of its culture has deep tribal roots, while some of its newer events and festivals are truly national in scope and importance.
In recent years there has been an upsurge of festivals and other cultural events at various key locations in Malawi, providing visitors and local people alike with a brilliant showcase for artistic talent across the whole spectrum, from dance and drama to films and fashion. Each of these is distinct from the others with its own outstanding features.
Investment Opportunities in Tourism Sector
From the tip of Lake Malawi through the exciting towns and cities, to the Peak of Mulanje Mountain, tourists and business people are constantly flooding the country all year round. In order to realize the tourism potential, the government of Malawi has formulated a Tourism Investment Master Plan to ensure that the sector is well planned and monitored.
Meanwhile, there are plenty of rewarding investments waiting to be explored in Malawi including ecotourism, construction of hotels, lodges and cottage, conference facilities and water-based sports facilities.
Bingu International Conference Centre – Lilongwe
The government of Malawi identifies the tourism sector as a key driver for sustainable economic growth and development in the country, and offers attractive investment incentives. Incentives in the tourism sector are eligible for exemption of various import duty and import excise duty on various goods at construction and operational stage.
The Ministry of Tourism is tasked with ensuring that tourism is developed and promoted in a manner that brings meaningful economic benefits to the people of the country. The Department is therefore working to improve the business environment for new and established businesses, address infrastructure development and strengthen public-private sector dialogue. With the envisaged improved business environment in the tourism sector, the promise of viable investment is great and worth exploiting.
Weather one is arriving as a tourist or travelling on business, Malawi is a place that visitors always want to return to; and for those posted to Malawi from overseas, it is a place they don’t ever seem to want to leave.
Welcome to Malawi “Takulandirani”.