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Malawi is a smallish, landlocked country wedged between Mozambique,
Zambia and Tanzania, and dominated by the tranquil waters of Lake
Malawi. Lake Malawi is the third-largest lake in Africa and covers
almost a fifth of Malawi 's total area. This is the greatest attraction
for visitors to this peaceful place. Malawi is well-known for its
friendly people, golden shores and stunning natural scenery.
You can't travel overland to Malawi without enjoying the pleasures
of Lake Malawi, the third largest lake in Africa. Many adventure water
sports are available. Lake Malawi has more species of fish than any
other inland body of water in the world.
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Malawi Travel Facts
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Area: 118,500 sq km (45,747 sq mi)
Population: 10.4 million
Capital city: Lilongwe
People: Chewa, Nyanja, Tumbuko, Yao, Lomwe, Sena, Tonga, Ngoni, Ngonde,
Asian, European
Languages: English, Chichewa, regional languages
Visas: Travel overland to Malawi and you'll definitely need
a visa, they are good for up to three months, and you will require
proof of your onward travel plans. Check out our visa guide line.
Time: GMT/UTC plus 2 hours
Currency: Kwacha (K)
Health: Health risks: Heat stroke, hypothermia, dysentery,
giardiasis, hepatitis A & B, typhoid, meninogococcal meningitis,
cholera, malaria, rabies, diphtheria, tetanus, polio. Check out the vaccination guide line.
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Malawi Climate |
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The best time to travel to Malawi is in the dry season, which lasts
from late April to October or November. The best time for game viewing
is late in the dry season, when animals converge at water holes, but
be warned unfortunately the heat can be unpleasant, especially in
the lowlands. Check out Malawi 's temperature guide line.
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Malawi Travel Tips
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Gasp at the intricacy and care that Malawi craft people pour into
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Overland adventure travellers are expected to bargain!
Check out the traditionally crafted buckets at the Zomba market and
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Visit the lush Zomba plateau where the most spectacular
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US dollars are widely accepted. It is a good idea
to have some travellers' cheques on hand, although cash will bring
better exchange rates. Credit cards are near useless outside the capital
and a few major cities.
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