About Malawi
Welcome to Malawi, a more complex and diverse country than we happily say that it exudes the real African warmth. Malawi is better known as the warm heart of Africa, all because of its friendly people! Wherever you go you will receive a welcome which is unsurpassed anywhere else in the world.
Lying at the southern end of Africa's Great Rift Valley, Malawi is landlocked between Tanzania (to the north and east), Zambia (to the west) and Mozambique (to the south), covering nearly 118,500 square km. Much of the country is dominated by Lake Malawi, the third largest lake in Africa, which runs nearly the entire length of the country from North to South covering almost 20% of the country. The Shire River flows out of Lake Malawi at the southern end, running in to Lake Malombe and finally emptying in to the great Zambezi River in Mozambique.
Malawi has an incredible variety of stunning landscapes. The unique rolling hills of orchid clad Nyika; the cool forested plateau of Zomba; the 10,000 feet climbers' paradise of Mulanje Massif; the broad and fertile Shire Valley. From rugged highlands to lowland plains - the scene is ever changing. Hundreds of miles of tropical golden sand beaches line Africa's third largest lake. Lake Malawi is a true inland sea and is tideless. Relax in the sun on uncrowded beaches, hand-feed tropical fish at the world's first freshwater National Park or enjoy the many water sports such as windsurfing, scuba diving, snorkelling and canoeing.
In the higher areas, the climate is pleasant, with day-time temperatures averaging around 20 degrees Celcius, and 27 degrees Celcius in hotter seasonsfrom May to October. The rainy season lasts from October to April.
Malawi is made up of many diverse tribes that vary considerably in their beliefs, music, dance, and customs. Malawi boasts of a conducive political environment that fosters religious activities by various religious groups. The friendly culture and environment makes it a destination for one to unwind, cool down, while meditating the almighty for the wonders he bestows on its people while appreciating the immense beauties the country has to offer.
Malawi is a breathtaking land that has been hidden from the world?s view for time immemorial, but today her people are opening its doors for the world to see its treasures. It is a door worth walking through.