Southern Africa - Malawi (Chapter)

This is the Malawi chapter from Lonely Planet's Southern Africa guidebook.

Malawi is often described as 'Africa for beginners' and certainly its compact size, good transport links and relative safety make it easy to get around. Dive into the glorious crystal waters of Lake Malawi, touch the clouds from Mt Mulanje or go wild on the Nyika Plateau - just don't miss it!

• scramble up twisted peaks, sleep in mountain huts and soak up the astounding views on Mt Mulanje
• maps
• escape to dreamy beaches and explore traditional villages, panoramic walks and the magnificent cathedral on Likoma Island
• transport & directory
• spot hippos, crocs and kingfishers on the Shire River, or get up close to elephants in Liwonde National Park
• restaurants & accommodation

Coverage includes: Lilongwe, Northern Malawi, Karonga, Livingstonia, Nyika National Park, Vwaza Marsh Wildlife Reserve, Mzuzu, Nkhata Bay, Likoma Island, Chizumulu Island, Central Malawi, Viphya Plateau, Kasungu National Park, Nkhotakota, Nkhotakota Wildlife Reserve, Senga Bay, Monkey Bay, Cape Maclear, Southern Malawi, Liwonde, Liwonde National Park, Zomba, Zomba Plateau, Blantyre & Limbe, Mulanje, Mount Mulanje, Lower Shire.