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Contents

CAPE MACLEAR

Map of Lake Malawi National Park

Accommodation

Activities & Shops

Recreation & Activities

Places of Interest

MONKEY BAY - MANGOCHI

Accommodation

Malawi Facts

MV Chauncy Maples

STAR MAP

Event Calendar

Great Dance Gule Wamkulu

Sight & Leisure

Sight & Leisure

Map

Introduction

Map

ILALA FERRY

Fly to LKM flight schedule

Lake Malawi Highlight & Tips

Cichlids in Lake Malawi

Power Cut CompensationsHealth and Safety

One-point Chichewa

Recreation & ActivitiesMpale/Njobvu Cultural Village

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RESPONSIBLE TOURISM

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MONKEY BAY

Sight & LeisureMap

Accommodation15-16

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MANGOCHI

LIKOMA

Sight & LeisureMap

Accommodation17-18

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Sight & Leisure

Map

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Malawi National Park Map 33

Malawi National Park Guide 31-32

Bawo / Curious And Keepsakes

Malawis Local Speciality

Accommodation

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Malawi is one of the most poorest country and my challange was to reform that

traditional image. However the actual condition is quite harsh, and haphazard, existing

travel service is dull, information remains oral-basis, or donation-basisi, schedules are

crippled by political and economical chaos...

Many Special Thanks to:

Colleagues and staffs of Ministry Of Tourism, Wildlife and Culturein LL for giving me helpful hints, careful checking and interestinganecdoteshits; District officrers of Tourism and National Parks;Department of National Parks and Wildlife; Department of Artsand Culture; Department of Antiquities; Jica Malawi; all thelodges and guesthouses who has hosted my reserch trip kindly;local printing company; and my biggest thanks go to aSaxophonist Mayeso Chirwa (R.I.P!)

This travel guide booklethas produced by travel magazine editor / graphic designerHitoco Coco Fruta, a Japanese volunteer with Jica (Japan International Cooperation

Agency), stayed in Malawi from 2011 to 2012 as an assitant officer of Department of

Tourism HQ.

From editor

Likoma Island and Mozanbique Coast

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Spectacle of long sandy beache stretch-ing toward Otter Point

Joy of Crystal green water, You can getentire view all to yourself (Mumbo Island)

Malawi Cichlids, world-widely known forthe brilliant coloration of mature males.

African Fish Eagle is particularly commonin and around some of the Rift Valleylakes.

Sunset view is a privilege of Cape.Special tyreat before the day is done.

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Me breakingbad old spellon Malawiwith Witch-doctor Kumpalotta(2012. 5.15)


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Backpacking, challange the least possible.Travel is a rewarding thing to do...

Chewa Dance Gule Wamkulu

Discover more of Malawian culture

Huge Baobab. It takes 250 years togrowth 1 meter in diameter. The tree bearfruits in winter, called Malambe.

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S U P P O R T L O C A L E N T E R P R I S ES U P P O R T L O C A L E N T E R P R I S E

S P A R E L I M I T E D S U P P L I E SS P A R E L I M I T E D S U P P L I E S

T H I NK T W I C E B E F O R E

G I V I N G M O N E Y T O B E G G A R S O R C H I L D R E N

T H I NK T W I C E B E F O R E

G I V I N G M O N E Y T O B E G G A R S O R C H I L D R E N

D O N T B E I G N O R A N TD O N T B E I G N O R A N T

S AV E N A T U R A L R E S O U R C E SS AV E N A T U R A L R E S O U R C E S

R E C O G N I Z E L A N D R I G H T SR E C O G N I Z E L A N D R I G H T S

When in RomeBuy local produce, hire a local guide, shop at local markets.

Support local activities, festivals and enterprize. You'll

discover more about local culture and lives, and they will

earn an income.Use public transport, hire a bike or walk when convenient- its a great way to meet local people on their terms andreduce emissions.

Avoid buying products made from endangered or wild

animals, plants, hard woods or ancient artefacts.

Be friendly and open minded. Many customs and traditionsthat might seem weird to you are entirely

Hydrate yourself but use water sparingly. Minimize the use

of resources.

- Don't insist on a daily bath. Its very precious in many

countries and tourists tend to use far more than local people.

Avoid obvious displays of wealth or handing out money,

sweets or pen to children. Such activities create immediate

barriers and encourage begging and reliance on hand-outs.

Try to blend in and find an appropriate charity.

Stay on the trails when walking or hiking. This will help

preserve the natural beauty of the land.

Avoid feeding animals. This could disturb the natural eating

process and can make some animals aggressive.

Be respectful of local cultures, traditions and holy places - if

in doubt ask advice or don't visit.Dress and act appropriately for the place that you are

visiting- do a little background reading before you go.

Be respectful of local peoples' etiquette.

Remember that local people have different ways of thinking

and concepts of time, this just makes them different not

wrong - cultivate the habit of asking questions (rather than

the Western habit of knowing the answers).

Refrain from "hard bargaining". We all want that great deal

but extra dollar wont hurt you, be helpful to the local vendor

rather than fooling them. Remember a dollar or two means a

lot more to them than it does to you.

normal to locals. Enjoy and embrace your

differences.

Dont be indifferent to he history and

current affairs of country.

Learning helps you

understand the idiosyn-

erasies of local people.

Also being intellectual

will help you prevent

frustrations.

R E S P O N S I B L ET O U R I S M

G U I D E L I N E F O R

R E S P O N S I B L ET O U R I S MR E S P O N S I B L ET O U R I S M

G U I D E L I N E F O RG U I D E L I N E F O R

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Sight & Leisure

Attractions of Cape Maclear

A connoisseur world know that CapeMaclear is a destination of perfectholiday resort...

Missionary GavesMwala Wa Mphini (Rock of the Tribal Face Scars)Lake Malawi NP Museum & Otter Point

Chembe is a fishing village nick namedCape Maclear by Dr David Livingstonein dedication to his friend Sir ThomasMaclear in 1861.

VISITPLACES OF INTERESTS

HIKING FROMOTTER POINT

JOIN COMMU-NITY PROJECT

Nkhunguni Peakalong lakeside path to

fishing village nearby

activitiesChembe Community Project

WATERSPORTACTIVITIES

Family AdventuresLuxury HolidayRomantic RetreatsSports EscapesSailing Safari

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see p1, p8see p1, p8

snorkeling / kayaking / island hopping / fishing /waterskiing / wake boarding / tubing / sailing /African dugout canoes... Wide range of watersportactivities can be arranged easily at many places....

CAPE MACLEAR

Otter Point

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Billy Riordan Clinic

Golden SandsRest Camp

NPHQMuseum

First Livigstonia MissionMissionary GravesFirst Livigstonia MissionMissionary Graves

Danforth YachtingFisheries GH

Lujeri Cottage

Panda Garden/HEEED Shop

Kayak AfricaCraft Shops

Stevens GH/Frogman Diving Giatar (Shops & Tea Garden)

ReggaeBeach Bar

Thomas's

Mufasa Lodge

Malambe Camp

Cape Mac Lodge

ChembeEagle's Nest

LocalMarket

Fat Monkeys

TuckawysGecko Lounge

Mgoza Lodge

BomaHiccups Pub

SchoolNP Entrance

toNkhunguniPeak

Billy Riordan s Volunteer Lodge

Uncle Charlies Booze Den

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Taipei

Fish HeavenLucky Bean

Giant Baobab Tree

Blue Cactus

Aqua Fish TrainingCentre


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Sailing Holiday, Island Cruising & Marin Sports


Island Camp, Island Resort & Water Sports

Kayak Africa is an adventure-safari operator specialisingin sea kayak and small boat safaris on Lake Malawi, andhike-bike-kayak safaris around Southern Malawi.

Kayak Africa has exclusive concession tropical islandcamps on Mumbo Island and Domwe Island. Mumbo Island

is an award-winning site for its sustainable practices.

Kayak Africa

Danforth Yachting

On top of popular water sports Danforth o ffers wide rangeof activities:

Hobie cat & dingy sailing / Waterskiing / Wakeboarding / Tube rides /

Tailored sailing (A variety of watersports and activities are all available

The instructors give expert tuition for waterskiing,wakeboarding, snorkelling and sailing.

Its all-round excellence will support your memorial eventsuch as birthday celebrations, anniversaries, engagements,weddings and honeymoons.

099 996 0077 / 099 996 0770

099 994 2661

MINI ITINERARY

Mumbo Island

Mumbo Island CampMumbo Island

Classic Safari ChallengeChange a Life Cycle

Sports Escape

Change a Life Cycle 2010Lilongwe - Salima - Zomba Plateau.Classic Safari Challenge 2011Rally through Tanzania, Malawi, Mozambique, Lesotho to South AfricaLake Malawi International Yachting Marathon (annual, July)Senga Bay (Salima) toChilumba (northernmost bay)Ultra Light Tackle Tournament, Senga Bay (annual, April)Lilongwe - Salima - Zomba Plateau.Malawi Fishing expeditions

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Adventure HolidayMumbo / Domwe / Likoma [Kayak Africa]HoneymoonLiwonde - Mumbo - Likoma [Jambo Africa etc.]Memorial Party Cruising - round cruise Cape Maclear - Mumbo Island - Likoma -

Mozambique - Nkhata Bay - Monkey Bay [Danforth Yachting]

Rift Valley Fly-In SafariSouth Luangwa Valley - Lake Malawi [Nyassa Air Taxi]>

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Adventure, Holiday & Anniversary Resort

www.danforthyachting.com

www.kayakafrica.com

HoneymoonAdventureResortIsland

Cruising Sports RallyEventYacht Marathon Lake of Stars


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Accommodation

[email protected]

www.chembenest.com

0995 475 688 / 0999 966 507

An idyllic retrea t on northern end ofbeach . En-Su i t e cha le t s andcampsite

Chembe Eagle's Nest

Fat Monkeys

Cape Mac Lodge

Malambe Camp

Gecko Lounge

[email protected]

0999 258 959

In addition to camping amenitythere are wide & clean rooms,restaurant and bar. Check theirenvironmentally friendly bamboohut with solar panel.

[email protected]

www.capemaclodge.com

0999 621 279

Upmarket lodge, run by Frenchcouple, There is a hirlpool in theswimming pool.

[email protected]

www.geckolounge.net

0999 787 322 / 0999 833 856

Superb sunsets viewed from the barveranda or hammock. En-suite privatechalets with kitchen facilities. Shared roomfor budget traveller.

[email protected]

01 599 133 / 0999 948 501

Lively place with dorms, a greatvariety of rooms and wide bar,popular with backpackers and carcampers lodge.

[email protected];//mufasamalawi.com

0999 071 665

Eng l i sh co t t age s t y le l odge ,backpacker and group tourist'splace. The res taurant servesdelicious dishes, home made breadand cakes.

Mufasa Lodge

Mgoza Lodge

Tuckaways

Danforth Lodge

[email protected]

www.tuckawaysmw.com

0999 787 322 / 0999 833 856

Five individual reed chalets onwooden decks with private verandaoverlooking Lake Malawi.

www.mgozalodge.com

[email protected]

www.danforthyachting.com

099 996 0077 / 099 996 0770

Yacht charter & luxury lodge.Sailing in a superb 12m catamaranwill make you feel like millionaire.

[email protected]@googlemail.com

0993 193 593

A casual lodge with thatched chaletsand art gallery, all rooms are doubleand en-suite. You can enjoy homemade Pizza.

*Chembe Village Community Projects (volunteer) involvement are available from here.

See Pg 06

Lucky Bean Cottage

Panda GardenLujeri Lake Cottage

Fish Heaven Lodge

The oldest and unchanged accommodation of cape maclear.Worth a try. Feel true spirit of Cape Maclear.

0999 927 755

Fully equipped, self catering cottages with refreshing garden.Locates at quiet west end.

Self-catering accommodation run byKayak A f r i ca . S i t ua ted beh indreception of Kayak Africa.

[email protected]

099 994 2661

Fully equipped, self catering housewith 4 Bedrooms (2 en-suite, 2bedrooms with sharing bathroom / 4rooms).

E n v i r o n m e n t a l e d u c a t i o n s h o w s e v e r yWednesday and Saturday nights.Check HEEED Handicrafts shop.

[email protected]

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Far western end of beach, inside parkw i t h b e s t v i e w . C h a l e t s a n daccommodations for study tours areavailable to anyone too!

0991 779 131(NP manager)or ask NP ranger

Golden Sands Rest CampAqua Fish Training Centre

[email protected]

0884 421 776 / 01 599 147

Simple accommodation in quietsurrounding. Restaurant serves

Asian cuisine.

Taipei Garden Lodge

Steven's GH

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Cape Maclear Fisheries GHOn western end of beach, away from busy tourist area. Fully

equipped self-catering accommodation managed by fisheriesstaff. 0993 132 000 / 01 587 249

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Places of Interest in Cape Maclear

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Frogman Divers

Exper ience awesomefreshwater high altitudedive and enjoy watchingmouthbrooders and cave!

Casual snorkelling - US10$Booking: Kayak Africa / Steven's

Gaiatar (Finn word) is a place toshop, which sel ls al l sorts offantastic Malawian sourced craftsand goods.

Located next to Bil ly RiordanMemorial Trust.

Kayak Africa Gaiatar Shop & Tea Garden

Activities & Shops(in Cape Mac Lodge) French cuisine. Place for privategourmet dinner.

Restaurant inside serves standard cuisine. You canenjoy nice dinner with wine.

Restaurant with cozy ambience serves delicious

homemade pizza and burgers.

Restaurant with neat African tone and with a fullystocked bar. Redecorated recently.

Variety of basic dishes of both local and western styles.

Simple and good enough local restaurant at reasonableprice. Try local food 'nsima & chambo' here.

Serves Asian style dishes such as fried rice / noodle.Try delicacies from lake in different way.

You can ask beach boys around to order dinner .

Barbecue or a traditional South African "potjie" in the

open is popular.

The Boma Hiccups Pub & RestaurantStandard cuisine

Froggies French cuisine

Fat Monkey Local / Western

Local

Local

Gecko Lounge Local / Western

Taipei Restaurant Local / Asian

Mgoza Restaurant & Bar African / Western

African / Western

Beach BBQ

Chembe Eagles Nest Lodge Restaurant

Thomas's Restaurant & Bar

Dining Guide

[email protected]

099 994 2661

Operates Mumbo and Domwe Islandcamps. Kayak trips, small boat safaris,bike-kayak safaris.

About 5 kilometres from Cape Maclear on the

road to Monkey Bay is a place called Mwala Wa

Mphiniwhich means rock of the tribal face scars.

The place is about a hundred

metres off the road, sowatch the signpost.

The rocks with its Scars is

looking like they were

done by an artist but

they are geological

formations.

Cape Maclear was the first site of the

Livingstonia Mission, established in

1875 and abandoned a few years later,

due to the high

incidence of malaria inthis area. Several of the mission-

aries die of malaria.

A small group of graves of three

Europeans and one African can

be seen here.

First Livigston ia Mission andMissionary Graves

Mwala Wa Mphini(Rock of the Tribal Face Scars)

Are there otters atOtter Point?

EEE!Lake Malawi is

our good habitat

A Simple twittering...

Yes,Bwana

See Pg 04

village band

Just talk to people.Malawians are tremendously hospitable.In a moment your holiday activities will bearranged by the guest house, beach boys & BBQboys (who cruise beach to stand by to organizeyour meal, accompanied by village band thatplays hand made instruments). Beach BBQ


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CichlidsAfrican cichlids are known for their beautiful patterns and array of colorsthat are not typical to most freshwater fish. No other group of freshwaterfish are more colorful than African cichlids. These fish are simplyfascinating to observe and they will amaze you with their social behaviorand the degree of intelligence they possess.

In order to protect their young, cichlids display some of the mostentertaining and fascinating behaviour of the freshwater fishes.

The male fish digs out a cave (nest) for the female fish and lures her. Afterthe male fertilizes eggs, female picks up the eggs in her mouth and carriesthem until they hatch.

The eggs will hatch between 10-15 days after fertilization. The femalethen hold the babies in her mouth for up to two more weeks, occasionallyletting them out to feed them, but will suck them back in when dangerthreatens.

The fry of mouth-brooding cichlids are fascinating to watch as they swimin tight ball-like schools and rush into their mothers mouth all at once.

African cichlids are known for their beautiful patterns and array of colorsthat are not typical to most freshwater fish. No other group of freshwaterfish are more colorful than African cichlids. These fish are simplyfascinating to observe and they will amaze you with their social behaviorand the degree of intelligence they possess.

In order to protect their young, cichlids display some of the mostentertaining and fascinating behaviour of the freshwater fishes.

The male fish digs out a cave (nest) for the female fish and lures her. Afterthe male fertilizes eggs, female picks up the eggs in her mouth and carriesthem until they hatch.

The eggs will hatch between 10-15 days after fertilization. The femalethen hold the babies in her mouth for up to two more weeks, occasionallyletting them out to feed them, but will suck them back in when dangerthreatens.

The fry of mouth-brooding cichlids are fascinating to watch as they swimin tight ball-like schools and rush into their mothers mouth all at once.

CichlidsCichlids, Mouth-brooder

Malawian Staple 'nsima' &Everyone's favorite 'chambo'

nsima = cornmeal product, ubiquitous food of Malawichambo = bream-like fishusually served with masamba = relish

Educational Panelsin National Park Aquarium

Lake Malawi has tremendous cichlid fish diversity.Fish and the fisheries sector in Malawi play a very important role as a source of nutrition. come and employment.

MUST-KNOW THING ABOUT MALAWI !

in Lake Malawi

Curios And KeepsakesWooden carvings

Bawo /chess board and wooden bowls(Note they are made from Mahogany and Ebony)

Keyrings (personalised with your name)

Wooden/cane toys

Seed bead necklacesChitenje cloth (tailorable)

Malawi-grown tea and coffee

Soccer balls made from

plastic bags

Wooden carvings

Bawo /chess board and wooden bowls(Note they are made from Mahogany and Ebony)

Keyrings (personalised with your name)

Wooden/cane toys

Seed bead necklacesChitenje cloth (tailorable)

Malawi-grown tea and coffee

Soccer balls made from

plastic bags

BaoMalawi'sNational Game

Bawo (originally bao, Swahili for "board) is an African chess or EastAfrican traditional mancala board game ".

As with most traditional games, the rules were only preserved by oral

tradition. (Mobile app has already been downloadable.)

Bao board consists in four rows of eight holes. All the holes are rounded,

but the fourth from the right in the middle rows, that is squarish and

called nyumba ("home"), and ne or two larger stock pits are sometimes

positioned at the left and/or right or both extremes of the board.

The object of the game is to empty your o pponen t's fr ont row, or deprive

him of any legal moves, while still protecting your own front row.

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Things Of Interest

Are there monkeysin Monkey Bay?

Inde, indeed!And Crocodiles too,Zikomo!

Malawis Local Specialty

Chiefs Chair &Malawian Stool

There are lots of curio s on the streetof Malawi. Among them woodentoys of "Toys 'R' Us" stand out withno doubt. Those are near perfectreplicas of the real cars, 4x4s, LandRover, bicycles etc.. Absolutely

fantastic and lovable. Don't misstheir yellow sign!

Malawian Chief Chairs is a popular souvenir.The primary woods used to make the chiefchairs are Red or Black Mahogany, Euphorbiaand Afrormosia. Chairs come in two sectionsfor easy transport so that it's literally director'schair.

Wooden Toy Craft Shop Toys 'R' us

Carlsberg beer is local, as is Malawivodka, rum, Brandy, gin and tonicwhich is well known and inexpensive.'Kuche Kuche' (meaning till sunrise) ispopular among tourist. Chibuku ShakeShake is locals staple. 30ml or 50mlsachet of liquor are commonly sold in

local store.

AlcoholSoft drinks Dessert & Snack

Thobwa Malambe Fruit Juice(baobab fruit)

roastedboiled

Ngumbi, frying termitesNyese, roasted ladybugs

MandasiZitumbuwa, banana frittersBoiled peanuts

A Simple twittering.....

And Hippos

Chambiko

Masese

(maize ale)

sachetliquor Kuche Kuche

Mowa Watu Watu

* Thobwa*Mai ze-based-n on -alcoholic energy drink,gritty and vaguely butrefreshing.

* Chambiko *

mud toymud toycane toycane toywire toywire toywooden toywooden toy

mix of liquidy and chunkysour millk.( Drinking Yogurt )

A variety of toys are created on the street !

Chips with cabbage salad,boiled peanuts, samosas,mandazis (=maize doughball), bags of popcorns

Mbewa : mice,Common street foods:

Hippos areVegetarian

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100 5 miles

15 200 105 km

MONKEY BAY

MANGOCHI

PumulaniLodge

Kasankha Bay

Madzidzi Bay

Norman Carr Cottage

Nkhudzi

Lodge

Nkhudzi Bay

Nkope Bay

Boadzulu

Island

Sun 'N' Sand

Nanchengwa Lodge

Sunbird NkopolaAqua Fish Farm

Makokola RetreatAndrews Hotel

Mpale Cultural Village

PalmBeachResort

Dalitso ResortVeronica Acres GH

Venice Beach

Mufasa Backpacker Lodge

NamizimuForest Retreat

BoadzuluLakeshore Resort

Conforzi Lake House

Madzi Kuwala Lake Retreat

KomaCroc

AlconCottages

Energem

S128

T378

T319

S129

Otter Point Tribal Rock

CraftMarket

MONKEY BAY - MANGOCHI

M10

M10

M10

M 3

MulangeniHoliday Resort

Domwe Island Camp

Mumbo IslandCamp

Cape

Macle

ar

Skull RockMwala Wa Nkhope

Fort Mangochi

M 3

PamudziLodge

MamaMia

NcheniLodge

TwinTowersLodge

Martin's

Beach Hotel

People's LocalMarket

SunbirdNkopola

Nkopola Lodge & Campsite

NAMIZIMUFORESTRESERVE

Mangochi Hill

Moanbique

Chiponde

Kadango

Makanjila

Mapalamba1761 m

Msondole1800 m

Malembo

Chantulo

S129

Namwela

Skull FarmOldFort Johnstone

Chole Cottage

Nyanja Eco LodgePamuzi Lodge

Uzuzu1300 m

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See P 17See Next Page


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Aquatic activities, beach leisure, Golf,Tennis, Swimming, Spa etc.

Resort hotels provide most activities thatvisitors can come up with. Also guesthouses are located on waterfront targetingwaters ports lovers, they won't miss achance to support guests. Wherever youstay you will find entertainment.

Sight & Leisure namizimu "the place of the spirits" &mangochi hill, the origin of mangochi

Fort Mangochi & Old Fort Johnston

Panoramic view o f Lake Malawi and Lake Malombe

(from Uzuzu Peak, Namizimu Forest Reserve)

Fort Johnston was established to limit the slavetraffic moving northwards towards the Lake and on toZanzibar. It was named after Sir Harry Johnston, theBritish Consul General of Nyasaland.

Fort Johnston, Sir Harry Johnsto n

Mangochi Boma

East side of the Lake & Boma

West side of the Lake - Lakeshore -

Mangochi district has three discrete parts. Acommercial center spreads on the west side ofShire River toward Blantire. On east side there is aspiritual center of Mangochi, Mangochi Hill andNamizimu Forest along the Great Rift. And,Lakeshore between Monkey Bay and Mangochi Isthe foremost resort area in Malawi.

O l d F o r t J o h n s t o n e i s a h i s t o r i c s i t e t ocommemorate the first structures of Mangochi DC,after new fort has built on the river bank the buildingwas used as a prison for Yao slave merchant till 1926.

Fort Johnston (on Mangochi Hill) was built in 1897and a f te r Ma lawi 's independence i ts co lon ia ldesignation has renamed to Mangochi. Now Namwelaarea has its function and the township of colonial eraremains as 'old town'.

Mangochi TownLake Malombe

Namizimu Forest Reserve, Fort Mngochi,Mangochi Town

see p17-18

Namizimu Forest Retreat offers theonly accommodation available on theSouth Eastern side of Lake Malawi.

This eco-lodge is blessed with ideal conditions forsolar powered systems and mountain springswhich supply water on tap. Their water project

seem to be achieving notonly quality eco-tourismb u t a l s o c o m m u n i t ydevelopment.

The estate of this refurbished lodge wasestablished in 1942 by the renownedentomologist Dr William Lamborn. Namizimuhas gained a reputation for unusual speciesof butterfly.

Hot shower behind huge boulders

Cooksonia alicae Butterflyfirst recorded specimencaptured in 1928 by William Lamborne.(Photo : Julian Bayliss)

Skull Rock,Mwala Wa NkhopeSkull Rock,Mwala Wa Nkhope

Namizimu Forest ReserveTrekking and ExpeditionNamizimu Forest ReserveTrekking and Expedition

I f you wish to v is i t thehistoric site Fort Mangochi,ex tend your journey to"Skull Rock".To get the rock site you'llhave to get off the vehicleat Skul l Farm and hikearound the hill of rock to thefront.

Hiking path will lead you topanoramic v iew o f LakeMalawi, Lake Malombe andMangochi Hill. Big rock withladder provides child friendlyattraction.

MostHiddenSanctuaryofButterfly...

See Pg 18

Fort Mangochi

Skull Rock

Namizimu Forest Retreat


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Visit traditional boatyard which still useslocal methods to build wooden lake boats.Try one of dugout canoe to experienceauthentic village life and appreciateMalawian Culture. Also your visit willempower young people.

If you want to watch aquatic creatureclosely in a safe way visiting commercialfarm is a good option.Before visit check feeding time, or you canorder croc dish if you wish.

There are many organizations that operatevolunteering programs in Monkey Bay allthe year round. Volunteers' visit is a greatempowerment to children and villagers.Orphanages:Monkey Bay Orphanage / KazembeOrphanage / Chilombo OrphanageSecondary School :Namakoma / Chilombo

Join the choir practice in Monkey Bay.Listen the Christian spiritual choir and healyourself (accompanied by African drums).Also church buildings and interior areworth a look. A visit to Mosque is goodalternative too.

Fish Farm andCroc Farm

Fishing Village andBoatyard

Orphanage/School

Choir


Monkey Bay

Monkey Bay- Mangochi

Monkey BayCape Maclear

Monkey BayCape Maclear

0999 927 434 / 01 870 7377]

Chichlid : Aqua Fish Farm, near Makokola

Crocodile : Koma Croc, Koma Normans Rd

St. Louis Catholic Church /The Chirombo Church Choir /Mosque

Mpale Cultural Village

Mpale Village in Mangochi is specificallydesigned to promote Yao culture.

Yao people are predominately foundaround the southe rn are a of L ak eMalawi and have a strong cultural identity, which transcend thenational borders.

Mpale Cultural Village showcases traditions and culture of theYao people and studies how they were influenced by the ways ofthe Arab slave-traders.

On a hill the place is surrounded by massive panorama overlookof baobab forest below (includes lake).

Engage with traditionaldances and songs !

* e programme costs Mk3,000 for the first six people and Mk500 for each additional person. Best booked two days in advance.

01 598 075 / 01 598 043 / 01 598 020

Njobvu Cultural Village

A village ideally built to enable visitors toexperience authentic vi l lage l i fe andappreciate Malawian Culture.Take part in preparing nsima! (see below)

Get involved in cultureand wildlife conservation!

- Mangochi -

- Liwonde -

- Dance performance & traditional entertainment- Guided walking tour

- Meetings with villagers, local artist, traditional healer and village headman- Visit to the nursery school- Being part of a brewing party

Njobvu Cultural Village Lodge offers:

0888 623 530 http://www.njobvuvillage.org

[email protected]

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Accommodation

Florence Motel

Martin's Holiday Resort

Pamudzi Lodge

Andrews Hotel

01 594 372 / 755 1860999 941 264 / 0999 265 024

Self contained and very spacious rooms with CATV, selfcatering chalets, conference hall, swimming pool.

0888 870 817

[email protected]

Small family run motel, next to the premier spot 'MakokoloaRetreat'.

0888 305 966 / 0993 071 808 / 01 580 770

0999 752 276 / 0999 325 83

Within walking distance of Nkopola Lodge. 16 rooms, largeen-suite dbl room has balcony with lake view.

Budget traveller's accommodation set back from the Nkopola

Lodge, 12 basic rooms and suites.

[email protected]

01 584564 / 01 5842910999 917 464/465

Comfortable and spacious en-suitrooms, self catering two bedroomchalets with lounge, StandardChalet and campsite.

Palm Beach Resort

Twin Towers Lodge

Ncheni Lodge

0999 588 956 / 0999 578 131 [email protected]

Within walking distance of Nkopola Lodge. Variety ofcomfortable double rooms and suites.

just before Twin Tower Lodge. Family run motel wi th standingTents.

Mama Mia lodgeWithin walking distance of Nkopola Lodge. Behing Pamudzi

Lodge.

Balitso ResortTo the north of Palm Beach Resort.

Velonica Acres GHTo the north of Palm Beach Resort.

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Makokoloa Retreat

Sunbird Nkopola Lodge

[email protected]

www.sunbirdmalawi.com

01 580 444 / 802

Well-known resort, variety of types of roomincluding chalets and family rooms.

[email protected]

01 580244/445/469

The premier resort in Malawi. Offersall-round attractions and services fortourist such as Golf Tennis, Spa,even Airstrip

* Formerly Club Makokola

Nyanja Eco Lodge & Spa

[email protected]

http://nyanjalodges.com

0991 580 114

Extensive facilities including 10

rooms, massage room, conferenceroom, restaurant, casino and bar.

www.palmbeach-mw.com

Mulangeni Holiday Resort

[email protected]

[email protected]

0999 580 698/200/201

Plain accommodation and ampsite,26 chalets and standing tents.Situated 20 km north of Mangochi.

[email protected]

01 594 725 / 0999 971 561 /0888 207 799 / 01 750 742

51 en-suite rooms, 12 executivesui tes , sel f -cater ing chalets ,camps i t e , sw imming poo l &conference facilities

Boadzulu Lodge

Nanchengwa Lodge

Sun 'n' Sand

www.alexanderhotels.net

[email protected]

www.sunnsandmw.com

01 594 550 580 550/391/572

The biggest hotel in Malawi, over120 comfortable, air-conditioned,thatched chalets and bungalows

[email protected]

0999 274696 0888 747620

Mid range lakeside accommodationwith simple and clean facilities

Chole Cottage

[email protected]

http://cholemalawi.com

0993 436 102 / 01 794 075

2 self-catering basis cottages on thelakeshore. Fully equipped with cooking anddining utensils.

Conforzi Lake House

[email protected]* Booking : Ulendo Travel

01794 555

Colonial style exclusive house (built in

1958). self-catering, 5 bedrooms with 3bathrooms. An informal and picturesqueretreat on the southern lake shore is aperfect setting to escape and unwind.

U pmarket M id -range Budget


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Venice BeachBackpackersVenice BeachBackpackers

Mufasa LodgeMufasa Lodge

Lake MalawiNationalPark Office

Chikoko BayChikoko Bay

Golomoti Turnoff

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T319

People's

Zawadi

Abiti Chipande GH

Sun Bakery

MBS

FMB

Ilala Village Lodge

The Mars

Lake Ferry Services(booking office)

MONKEY BAY

Chipiku

Survey

Police

St. Louis

SecondarySchool

Fisheries

To fishing villages(Chizale, Zambo, Mvunguti)

Army

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0

1km500m

0.5milesPumulaniLodge

Sight & Leisure

Monkey Bay (or Lusumbwe) is known assouthernmost ferry harbor of MV Ilala.Visitors are amazed at industrial growth ofthis area. Monkey Bay Harbour is the mainport on Lake Malawi, and a constructionand repair centre for the Lakes limitedshipping. You can find an attractive marketplace including the supermarket and agood bakery, make a last pit stop to CapeMaclear.

Slow Life in Malawi

Strolling Monkey Bay

Monkey Bay is the leastexploited of African touristtown. Explore the town ofunhurried African lifestyle onfoot to experience true sense ofAfrica.

Also you can take local boatfrom harbour to nearest fishing village (Chizale -Zambo -Mvunguti). Youll enjoy unscheduledexcursion.

Velvet Monkey

Harbor


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Accommodation

[email protected]://mufasamalawi.com

0999 071 665

Situated in excellent location andoffers superb private campsite butthat's not all, here is what MonkeyBay is all about.

Mufasa Lodge

Zawadi GH

Venice Beach Backpackers

Pumulani, Robin Pope Safaris

Al con Cottage

[email protected]

01 770 540

15 minute drive from Monkey Bayairstrip. Hillside villas with stunningv i e w s t h r o u g h w i n d o w s a n dextensive deck.

[email protected]

www.venicebeachbackpackers.com

0999 319 453

A coo l and laid -back place to stayright on the white sandy beach, runby Malawians.

[email protected]

0999 951 301 / 0888 104 257

Lakeside resort with all modernconven iences . Co t t ages a reuniquely built with stones andperfectly located on the beautifullakeshore.

www.pumulani.com

01 587 2320999 228 438 / 0999 427 323

Budget accommodation with simple

clean rooms. Located near buss t o p . 9 s i n g l e r o o m s a n d 7self-contained rooms.

www.cruisemalawi.com0993 177 133

12 bed luxurious houseboat dockedon Monkey Bay, daily trips andovernight t r ips into the park ,available for sunset cruises.

MV Mangunda

Norman Carr Cottage

Madzi Kuwala Lake Retreat

Nkhudzi Lodge

[email protected]

www.nkhudzilodge.com

0888 128 711 /0888 515 189 / 0999 386 669

Small lodge & campsite located inNkhudzi Bay, chalets with a beachdeck , reasonab le wate r f ron taccommodation.

[email protected]

01 794 555

Newly upgraded lakeshore cottage,unique, secluded retreat. Situatedon Namakoma Bay

[email protected] 207 506 / 0888 355 357

Situated on the southern lake shore

in the beautiful sheltered bay ofNamakoma, just 15km south ofMonkey Bay.

Upmarket Mid-range Budget

0888 647 218

Recently renovated fully equippedself catering house. Located on theway to Venice Beach Backpackers,10 minutes walk from main road.

Ab it i Ch ipande GH

*booking agent : Ulendo Travel

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Hiking to Northern shore ofMonkey Bay

Stop to hike unexploredlakeshore up to the nearestvillage. Every view of Lake is

simply truly breathtaking andincomparable to any otherplaces.

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T319

Monkey BayMonkey BayMonkey BayDzimwePeak

963m

ThumbiIsland

East

Zambo

Chizale

Mvunguti

GolomotiTurn Off

0

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1

km

2miles

Take a bicycle taxi to theentrance of mountain path (a fewminutes, walkable distance if youknow the place to stop).Itll take half an hour to get to thenearest village, Chizale. When

you reach there greet with villagers and villageheadman. You can go back to trail and proceed tillZambo and Mvunguti (biggest village). If you want togo further there becomes untrodden area so bringyour own tent and food. You can catch local boat tocome back to Monkey Bay.

View of Northern Shore(East Thumbi at the back)

to the mountain path


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Shire

Riv

er

M 3

T385RG Pac Motel

Villa Tafika

MawundeLodge

Holiday Hotel

StandardLake Malawi

Museum

Prison

FMB, TNM,Internet

MSB

CCAP

NBS

Fort John StoneHotel Police

Metro

WarCemetery

DC,TourismOffice

Hot Pot Lodge

TropicalBakery

CentralMarket

WellvilleLodge

ChomboMangochiTouristLodge

Perfect Lodge

Monkey Bay

Lilongwe

Petroda

Puma

Food & Ice Cream Centre

Summer

Chilani Drugstore

Nyanja Bakery

Mai AidaRestaurant

NBS

OK ExecutiveLodge

Abiti Chipande Lodge

Fort JohnstonLeisure Centre

Abjana

People's

Upire

Telecoms &Internet

Immigration

OIBM

FINCA

Airtel

CommunityGround,CommunityLibrary

OasisD&M

Escom

Bakery

Clock Tower

MANGOCHI

0

0 1 1.5 km500 m

0.5 1 miles

SecondarySC

Liwonde

Blantyre

Sight & LeisureLocated on the ShireRiver below its effluxfrom Lake Malawi and 5miles (8 km) south of itsentrance into Lake

Malombe.

Mangochi was once an important slavingcentre and later a colonial administrativetown and restricted slave trade. Duringcolonial times it was called Fort Johnston(named after British general), It developedas an agricultural centre and has marine-engineering shops.

When travelling from Monkey Bay traveller

will enjoy dramatic change of scenery inrapid succession from marsh to savannahand into riverside town.

This hotchkiss gun stood on theBritish gun boat HMS Gwendolynwhich patrolled Lake Malawi from1889 to 1940.

There proudly remain 3 guns in town, one atClock Towe, another at museum, and last oneat the entrance of police.

MV Vipya shipwreck was the worstshipping disaster on the lakewhich happened on 30th July1946. (You may meet a survivor.)

6Pr Hotchkiss Gun

MV Vipya Memorial Plaque

*

At tr acti on s of Mango chi- Clock Tower, Museum, Mangochi Boma -


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Accommodation

Shoestring accommodation behind People's.

0999 395 898

Abit i Chipande GH

Chombo Lodge

OK Executive Lodge

Makanjira Resthouse

Hot Pot Lodge

Budget lodge near bus station, on the local marketside.

0999 297 420

Ful ly equipped, sel f cater ing house wi th 5 rooms (2self-contained, 3 bedrooms with sharing bathroom) and backupsolar power. Neat, reccomendable & affordable. 0888 647 218

Near bus station on west (M3) side, basic bedrooms forbudget travellers

0999 056 215

Standard and budget accommodation. 18 rooms. Situated onBlantyre Rd before entering Mangochi town.

0888 340 773

Standard and budget accommodation. Situated along M3 on theway from Cape Maclear or Lilongwe.

01 594 150 / 151 / 0881 398 909

Chalet style accommodation on T385 Rd (behind RG Pac)

01 594 789 / 0999 634 510

Budget hotel set in backstreet of old town.

01 594 051 [email protected]

Near bus station on west (M3) side, basic rooms for budgettravellers

01 593 281 / 0888 330 071

[email protected] 594 600 / 0888 324 118

Simple basic accommodation with pigeon house and rabbithutch.

By the river with great view & bar, basic budget place,opposite side to Villa Tafika.

Fort Johnsotn leisure Center

[email protected]://www.villatafika.com

0881 961707

Colonia l style vi l la at r iverside.Renovated historic house built in 1891(Former residence was the captain ofgunboat HMS Guendoline).

Villa Tafika Lodge

RG Pac Hotel

Holiday Hotel

Mawunde Lodge

Welliville Lodge & Campsite

01 593 607 / 0888 717 960

Situated at main junction with the Blantyre Rd. 2 story bldg,Opposite lively outdoor restaurant 'The Summer'.

Perfect Lodge

Mangochi Tourist Lodge

Namizimu Forest Retreat

0995 423 721 [email protected]

20 minutes drive from Mangochi to the roadto Makanjira (toward Mozanbique).

All rooms are en-su ite, with hot solar-heatedshowers and/or baths (mountain springwater on tap), and a private veranda. Alsohave campsite and forest cabin.

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http://www.namizimu.com

ECO

Upmarket Mid-range Budget

These hi stor ica l mon uments date b ackto the beginning of the 20th century.

Mang ochi have respect for his tory .

Museum houses ethnic,environmental, andhistorical exhibits whichhelps visitors to gain abetter understanding of

Lake Malawi Museum

Eee Hee..Mangoch i i s certa inl y

worth exploring

"Foo ls say they l earn f rom

experience; I prefer to learnfrom the experience ofothers."

Only if you try

to make believeEish !!

The areas of Mangochi and FortJohnston have an important andinteresting historical heritage.Seeing is believing.

Glass cane beads of Arab

Display about slave trade

the unaltered lifestyle...Npasa (Lake Salmon)

Local handicrafts selection

Malawi and thepeople who live onthe lakeshores.This museum isworth a glimpse.

Stop by for thought-provoking display and learn

more.

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Sweet LandLikoma meaning Sweet Land. It is named after its special-ity mango, it produces the sweetest mango in the country.Likoma Island is the larger of two inhabited islands situatedon the eastern side of Lake Malawi, close to the Mozam-bique coast and surrounded, in fact, by Mozambican

territorial waters.The main draw for travellers is the island's isolation and thedifficulty in arriving and departing, however offers one of

Sight & Leisure

the most spectacular innovative resorts with rocky promontories, goldenbeaches and huge baobab trees and mango bush.

Unspoiled tourist destinationLikoma is described as an idyllic island.Development on Likoma has been sluggish. Thereare still no paved roads and very few motorvehicles. Large hills and forests remain unspoiled.But on the other hand it encouraged high qualityeco-lodge development. Although electricity is

usually switched off at night and on at 7 am. asroutine (simply depends on Ilala's diesel delivery), water station hascommenced pomping, mobile phones and dongles for Internet access are inuse, museum and new lodges have built. Its still slow but for certain thatpositive change has been made recently.

WatersportsUnlike some other parts of the lake, the waterhere is still blessedly free of bilharzia,therefore its a perfect place for diving, snorkelling and sailing. It's safe to swimbut there are also crocodiles on Likoma Island. You must be cautious aboutcrocs especially during rainy season. If you are not sure whether its ok or not toswim ask the locals.

Chizumulu Island

Chizumulu "Cheezie" Island is quieter counter-part of Likoma Island. It is smaller than Likomaand even more remote, it shouldn't be missed.

* Smaller boats (including dhows) cross the strait between Likoma and Chizumulu every day.

Masolosolo Hill 571 m

Mbizu560 m

NjakwaPeak653 mMango Drift

Phonombo605 m

0

0

1 2

10.5

km

miles

N

MakulawePoint

Yofu Bay

Mbaka Point

MainjaBay

MadimbaBay

Mbuzi IslandsMbuzi IslandsMbuzi IslandsMbuzi IslandsMbuzi IslandsMbuzi IslandsMbuzi Islands

Chisanga Point

ChiguluwindiPoint

Ngani Bay

MbambaIslandsMbambaIslandsMbambaIslandsMbambaIslandsMbambaIslandsMbambaIslandsMbambaIslands

MAKULAWE

MSEKIJA

CHAMBA

CHINYANYA

ULISA

KHUYU

AlemekezekeMalipenga Competition

CHIPONDE

MWASE

NGONERA

St Marks Church

WitchDoctorsClinic

AnglicanCathedral

Hot Coconut Bar

KhaikoLodge

Kaya Mawa

secondary

to Chizumulu Island

(10 km)

to Cobue (Moz)(5 km)

to Nkhata Bay

CHIPYELA

MBAMBA

Hunger Clinic

JacanaBlue Gum Cottage

FudweMuseum

DC

ESCOM

Police

Water Pumping Station

Old Jetty

Malawi Lake Service

St Peters GH

secondary

NKHWAZI

LIKOMA

MLONGA

MAKUNGULU

MissionHospital

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northernmost un tain ted beach. . .

C h i t im ba - Ru a rwereputed Laid-back beach. . .

N k ha ta Ba ys t i l l i n ev idence o f 19 cen tury . . .

Likoma Is landa combination of beach & forested slopes...

Chinteche Strip - Kandet he cl os est ret rea t fro m Li lo ng we .. .

Senga Bayo n the edge o f t he lake . . .

Cape Maclearquie t private beach wi th stunning view. . .

Monkey Bay to Mangochi

nor th ernmos t un ta i n ted beach . . . Ch i t imba - Rua rw ereputed Laid-back beach. . . Nkha ta Bays t i l l i n ev i d ence o f 19 cen tury . .. Li ko ma Isl an da combinat ion of beach & forested slopes... Chi nt ec he S t ri p - Ka nd e

t he cl os est ret rea t fro m Li lo ng we .. . Senga Bayon the edge o f the lake . . . Cape Mac learquiet private beach with stunning view... Mo nk ey Ba y t o Ma ng oc hi

SowhereDoYouGo?~ ~

Malawi has amassive diversity of beautifullandscapes.Lake Malawi is elongat ed

north-south along the line of theRift Valley. This elongatedshape of Malawi along theescarpments in the northdescend into Lake Malawi

LakeMalawiHighlight

LakeMalawiHighlight

lends itsel f to a 3-way

regional division: North,Central and South, thereforethe lakeshore's environmentchanges and showcasesdramatic scenery.

Fudwe Museum

CathedralThe island's main historicattraction is the behemothof St. Peter's, the vast stonegothic cathedral built byScottish missionaries in

1903, measures over 100mlong by 25m wide. It is stillstanding today as one of

Situated on Mbuzi Point, half hourwalk distance from airstrip.A rural community-based initiativeshowcases a wide collection ofantiques.It showcases that everything onLikoma revolves around the water

(and its past island life still remainsunchanged all time).

Traditional Doctor

Malawi's most remarkable buildings (also thethird largest cathedral in Central Africa). It isstanding on the site of a burning place forwitches. The first missionaries witnessedsuspected witches being burned at the stakehere (its vestige is in area name Chipeyela,menaing 'the burning place').Attending mass of commanding view onSunday is a beautiful experince. You can climb

the clocktower of the cathedral.

Traditional healers so-calledwitch doctor are still practic-ing here. The island's mostfamous healer William J.Kumpalotta attracts clientsfrom both inside and outsideof country.

Visitor will be lead by an assistant to meet him with a

twig of cassava on your left hand and without yourshoes. Greet him and his monkey first and wait inside

Traditional dance and music depictcultural and historical heritage ofLikoma. Malipenga Dance is a sort ofboozy affairs of weekend afternoonamang local people. The wordMalipenga means trumpets and thehorn is still used in place of thetrumpet.

Malipenga Dances

Likoma District is denselypopulated, with over12,000 inhabitants. Asmall insufficient missionhospital is the only healthfacility on the Island thatcan provide healthcarefor all the residents inLikoma and neighboringarea. It depends oncharity for funding. Pleasebe very careful of dog and

insect bites.

St Peters Hospital

At tractions of Likoma Island- Historical sites and Tradition -

[fudwe]

as ripen it becomes black

[Entrance Fee]

Malawian / Non Malawian 100 / 300 MK

Fudwe Leisure, Garden & Museum

0888 736 669

Malipenga is a dance ofresistance. Dancers wear whiteshirts and short pants(imitation of the old britishmilitary) and play traditionalinstrument. It shows tipicalway of Malawian adopting

Skin drums , Malawian maracas (woven-grass boxesfilled with dried maize kernels) and African kazoo(calabash gourd resonators) etc. are still used at localtradiaional dance and music.

British power and merging their feeling and express it. On1stand 2nd of Jan island hold the dance performance annualy.

building listening to patients singing local gospel.His matted dreadlocks tucked under his turban, hissuperficial trappings of Christianity seemingly lacksauthenticity but his influence among islanders isimmense. Witchdoctor has spread around Malawi in mid1990s due to the rapid population increase, combinedwith insufficiency of medical service and growth of AIDS.

There are small library for local students.Drink bar and souvenir shop inside.

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Shir

e

NKHATA BAY

Chelinda

Cape

Maclear

Cape

Maclear

Mangochi

BalakaLiwon

Mzimba

Mzuzu

Zomba

BLANTYRE

Mulanje

Karonga

Chitipa

Mchinji

NKHOTAKOTA

Livingstonia

CHILUMBA

Kasungu

Dwangwa

Mua

Chelinda

Mangochi

MONKEY BAYMONKEY BAY

BalakaLiwonde

Mzimba

Mzuzu

Zomba

BLANTYRE

Mulanje

NsanjeNsanje

ChikwawaChikwawa

MwanzaMwanza

Karonga

NKHATA BAY

Chitipa

Mchinji

MFUWE(Za)

NKHOTAKOTA

CHIZUMULU IS.

LIKOMA IS.

Livingstonia

CHILUMBA

Kasungu

Dwangwa

Mua

SalimaSalima

DedzaDedza

RumphiRumphi

MWABVIGR

MAJETEGR

VWAZAMARSHGR

Lake

Malombe

Lake

Chilwa

Lake

Chiuta

ChitimbaChitimba

LIWONDENP

KASUNGU NP

LENGWE NP

NYIKA NP

CHIZUMULU IS.LIKOMA IS.

METANGULA (MOZ)

COBUE (MOZ)

USISYA

RUARWE

USISYA

RUARWE

CHIPOKACHIPOKALILONGWELILONGWE

MBAMBA BAY

NKHOTAKOTAGR

WHY IS SHE SO ATTRACTIVE?

The MV Ilala, a 620-ton vessel, built in 1949 and named after the legendary DavidLivingstones initial burial place in Zambia (Nyasaland at the time), is a cargo providingan essential lifeline service to local communities along the Lake. (Note that it is the onlyaffordable way to Likoma Island but it is not a luxury service.)It is famous for slow journey, which provides absolutely unforgettable culturalexperience. Relax and enjoy watching the magnificent scenery at the edge of the lake goby at a gentle 10 knots.

Fly to LKMFly to LKM

ILALA FERRY

[email protected]

http://www.nyassa.mw

01 761 443(after hours)0999 788 777 / 0884 169 488

Shuttle Service Flight Schedule

The leisurely cruise on Ilala ferry is renowned as one of those classic Africanjourney. The Ilala ferry makes a zigzag round of the lake every week and stops atLikoma Island twice a week.

Day Port Arrive Depart Day Port Arrive Depart

Chipoka 13:00 16:00 Ncharo 05:00 06:00

Nkhotakota 00:00 02:00Sat Ruarwe 06:45 08:00

Metangula (Moz) 06:00 08:00 Usisya 08:45 10:30

Cobue (Moz) 12:00 13:00 Nkhata Bay 12:45 20:00

Likoma Island 13:30 18:00 Tue C hizumulu 23:00 02:00

Chizumulu 19:30 22:00 Likoma Island 03:15 06:15

Usisya 07:30 09:30 Metangula (Moz) 12:00 14:00

Ruarwe 10:15 11:15 Nkhotakota 17:30 19:30

Ncharo 12:00 13:00 Wed Chipoka 03:30 07:30

Chilumba 17:00 - Monkey Bay 10:30 -

Monkey Bay 10:00Fri Mon Chilumba 01:00-

Nkhata Bay 01:00 05:00Sun Cobue (Moz) 07:00 08:00

Southbound

*NOTESchedule will be revised on Sept 22nd, 2012 (Depart Sat. Ilala will commence her voyages on Saturdaysinstead of Friday. The departure times, stay in ports and passage time will rimain the same.)

Northbound

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FARES

TIME TABLE

*approximations

Route Economy Second F irst Cabin Owners Cabin

Mo nk ey Ba y Lik oma MK 1, 89 0 M K2 ,7 10 M K9 ,6 10 MK 17 ,6 90 M K24 ,63 0

Monkey Bay

Nkhata Bay MK2,010 MK2,880 MK11,510 MK19,800 MK27,600

N kh ata B ay N kh otakota M K1 ,1 90 M K1 ,7 30 M K6 ,8 20 M K1 4, 90 0 M K2 0, 77 0

M on ke y B ay Chi lu mb a M K2 ,7 10 M K3 ,8 60 M K1 6, 11 0 M K2 8, 24 0 M K3 9, 45 0

Class

*Classes Economy= bottom floor Second= middle First= top deck (with bar & restaurant) Cabin/ Owners Cabin*for Cabin reservation required Booking Malawi Lake services (in Monkey Bay) (+265) (1) 587 359/361/221/203 [email protected]. (Or ask your tour operator for booking)

Lake Malawi's legendary famous 'Steamer' the MV Ilala

[ Days : Tue / Thu / Fri / Sun ]

[ Daily except saturday]

LikomaLikomaLilongwe

Lilongwe(dep:10:15) (arr:11:15)(dep:13:30) (arr:14:30)

*sample fare : $320 for a single tri p (Min 2 passengers)

*sample fare : $275/550 for a single/return trip(Min 2 passengers)

Likoma

Likoma

Lilongwe

Lilongwe

(dep:10:00) (arr:10:50)

(dep:14:15) (arr:15:10)

*Daily flight service between South Luangwa & Likoma

*Flight on every other day between Lilongwe & Blantyre(Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun)

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Nyassa Air Taxi

[email protected]://www.flyulendo.com

01 794 638 / (after hours)0992 961 201

Ulendo Airlink

Nyassa Air Taxi

Ulendo Air l ink

Fly-In Travels & Safaris

45min.

Inquiry & Booking


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MVChauncyMaples

Lake Malawi's Floating Clinic

MV Chauncy Maples isa motor ship and

former steamship that was launched on

6 June 1901 and named after Bishop

Chauncy Maples, an Anglican mission-ary, later Bishop of Nyasaland. In 1967

the Malawian government bought her

and replaced her steam engine with a

diesel engine. Removed steam engineis

preservedin the Lake Malawi Museum at

Mangochi,

After more than one hundred years' service

shehad been restoredfor use as a floating

medical clinic. An onboard medical teamwill providesupport and treatmentto one

of the world's poorest nations. Recommis-

sioningthe Chauncy Maples would offer the prospect of free

treatment for common diseases, simple surgical operations

and dentistry.

ChauncyMaples Malawi Trust

http://www.chauncymaples.org

The Old Music Hall 106-108Cowley Road Oxford OX4 1JE

The ChauncyMaples Project

Malawi Facts

Make the change...

by Michael Jackson (1958 2009)

Malawi is a real jewel for those who dovisit. It is known as 'the warm heart ofAfrica' largely due to the exceptionallyfriendly and peaceful nature of itspeople and the fact that so many whovisit the country fall instantly in love

with it.However, Malawi has not been apremier African tourist destination.

According to WHOs estimation there isjust o ne doctor for every 40,000 peoplein Malawi. (1 per 3,000 in Nigeria, 1 per400 in the UK.)

This fact is indeed mirrors of

Malawi's current situation.What can we make of it...?

Tens of thousands of Malawians die ofAids every year. A great number ofpeople fall victim to the epidemic oflife-threatening disorder as typied bymalaria and typhoid. Those losses aresupposed to be preventable.

Over one third of Malawi's populationdoes not have access to safe water.Electrication rate is 7%. Average lifeexpectancy at birth is 51.7 years. Whysould these happen?!

Although all health workers have somedegree of English prociency, domes-tic medical care industry has littleeffect. There is a severe shortage ofmedicine, essential medicalequipment, and doctors. It is

understandable that young Malawiancherish hopes to go to the bountiful,promised land outside.

Flaw in basic infrastructure, fuel andforeign currency shortages, popula-tion growth, reduction of lifeexpectancy. Many statuses continueto hamper life-saving communicationand in the result standard medicationsare not consistently available even inurban areas. Rural areas are much

more so.

There may not be any answer, but it isfor sure that tourism is a bridge to ahope for a change amid Malawi's harshreality.

There are more Malawian doctors

in Manchester

than in the whole of Malawi

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Pioneer Missionary Chauncy Maples (Left)and Rev. W.P. Johnson In1895

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The Malawi Internaonal Trade Fair (MITF) is an annual trade promoon event organized by the Malawi

Confederaon of Chambers of Commerce and Industry (MCCCI). The MITF brings together exhibitors fromAfrica, Asia and Europe. The fair gives the exhibitors an opportunity to market their products and services.Aracons and cultural shows are programmed every day at the main stage, there lines food stalls inside.

Chilimika Festival

Dates: New Years day (5 days of duraon)

Venue: Nkhatabay / Tukombo, Mpamba, Mzenga Kande

Dance fesval mof of hunng, originally the dancers used to carry knives, axes, arrows etc. showing whattype of tools they will use in the year to come. Chilimika dance is performed, also performed at other celebra

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ons, weddings, Christmas etc.*Chilimika Dance - A secular dance from unique to the Nkhata Bay District, performed mostly by young Tonga

women and girls. It once appeared polical events and established as dance acvity.

12/31st - 1/1st : Chilimike (New Year) Celebraons - a public holiday on the first day of the New Year.As in most African countries, the last night of the old year is celebrated with pares and the like

15th : John Childembwe Commemoraon (John Chilembwe is liberaon leader) in the Chiradzulu district

Mar 3rd : Martyrs' Day - Commemorang the historic uprising against Brish colonial rule

April : Easter - Chrisan congregaons celebrate Easter with processions and church services. Good Friday andEaster Monday are both public holidays

Malawi International Trade Fair (MITF)

Dates: 25th May 3rd June 2012 (annual, last week of May)

Venue: Chichiri Trade Fair Grounds, Blantyre,

Theme: Accelerang Trade through Innovaon

info: hp://www.mccci.org/

1st :Labour Day14th : Kamuzu Day - a day of celebraons held on each year in honor of the country's very first president, Dr.

Kamuzu Band

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John Childembwe

Kamuzu Banda

(Photo/ EVIA Digital Archive Project, Lisa Gilman)

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Started in 1984. About 30 - 50 boats contest, the start and the finish will be in Mangochi and Chintechi(tradionally), But this years marathon will have no rest day. The final route is not known as yet, andsome changes will be made to sail to either Likoma Island or a resort on the Mozambican coast.

Originally it was a limited race to porters who guide tourists up the mountains, today, it aracts more than300 localand internaonal runners from all over the world. The 25km race follows a challenging routethrough a protected Forest Reserve, starng and finishing at the Likhubula Forestry Office in Mulanje.Runners head into the mountains via a tortuously rocky route to the 2500m Chambe Plateau, connues toLichenya Plateau eventually reaching the heady heights of Malawi's highest mountain, and then returns toLikhubula.

Luwawa International Mountain Bike RacePlace : Viphya mountains

Date: 11 Jun 2012 (annual)

14th :Freedom Day

Place: Mt Mulanje

Date: July (annual)

Info: Mulanje Mountain Conservation Trust Website(MMCT)

Mt. Mulanje Porters Race

Lake Malawi International Yachting Marathon

Place: Lake Malawi

Date: 4th to 10th August 2012 (* 4 - 5th Registration)

Info: Lake Malawi Marathon Committee

Lake Malawi International Yachting Marathon

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A long-distance race along the Viphya mountains. This year will be for the eighth me (annual). Due to the

races huge success, it has been internaonally accredited which means that this race can count fornaonal teams as a part of Olympic qualificaon.Any profit from the race will go to The Luwawa Environmental Trust, which is helping to improve localschools and conserve the indigenous forest in the area.

(photo/MMCT)

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(le) Vimbuza (center) Mmalipenga (right) Beni

The excing challenge involves a 370km (250 miles) cycle through the stunning forests and mountainousterrain of Malawi. Parcipants will support LCD(Link Community Development)s aims of improving access forprimary pupils to quality educaon in Malawi.

Ingoma is a famous war dance performed among the Ngoni of Mzimba and Mchinji. Their costume includes aheadgear made of feathers, beads wrapped across the chest and ornaments made of animal skin.* Ngomais also a dance of Ngoni of Ntcheu, even performed at wedding ceremonies, funerals, as well as atnaonal occasions, for entertainment.

Center has established in 1976, under Fr. Bouchers guidance grown from an art co-operave to a

vibrant cultural centre. Performers from surrounding villages. Dedicated to preserve culture of theChewa, Yao and Ngoni ethic groups and pass to future generaons.

Malipenga dance is performed by amongst the Yao andTonga tribe, dancers are in dress of imitaon of the oldmilitary officers uniform. Beni dance is performed on policeuniform. And Vinbuza (Rumpi, Sept) dances with bizarrechrisanity also repesents Malawian character of fusion ofinfluence from outside.

The Malawi Bike Ride 2012

Date: 30th June - 9th July 2012 (annual)

Place : Central through Southern Malawi

Info: www.lcdinternaonal.org/ , hp://genvolved.org.uk/malawi-bike-ride-2011/

6th : Republic Day - a celebraon of its independence, granted on 6th July 1964

Cultural Festival at Kungoni Arts Centre

Date : August (between 1st & 2nd week) Place : Mua Mission /Dedza

Info: www.kungoni.org

Umthetho Ceremony(Ingoma)Date : one of 2nd Sat. of June to August Place : Mzimba / Hora Mountain

Ceremonial Dances

Date : begin in August (aer the harvest) Place : Lakeside

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LilongweDedzaMonkey BayMt. MulanjeBlantyreZomba

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Popular Chewa dances such as likhuba, mganda, chisamba, likwata (Chewa: among Malawi, Zambia and Mozam-bique). Tribute to their King Kalonga Gawa Undi.*Gule wa Mkulu is one of remarkable Chewa dance style, which declared by UNESCO as a masterpiece of oral andintangible heritage of humanity

Celebraon of Tumbukas of Rumphi commemoraon to the Chikulamayembe dynasty, recounng of thehistory, economic acvies and lineage of Chikulamayembe. Gonapamuhanya ceremony is the hub of allcultural acvies among Tumbukas and it unites all clans whilst celebrang their cultural identy which in away preserves their cultural heritage

(photo/MIFF)

Kulamba Ceremony / ChizangalaDate : last Sat. August

Place : Mkaika / Katete Dustrict in Zambia

Malawi International Film Festival (MIFF)

Date: last week of September

Place: Lilongwe

Info: Malawi Internaonal Film Fesval Website

Mulindafwa Ceremony

Date: 1st week of September

Place: Sazamuleke, Hewe Rumphi

Commemoraon to the first chief of Tumbuka people in Hewe area, Chief Katurnbi Mulindafwa Chabinga had seled at Chigoma in Nthalireand extended his trading contacts westwards towards Marambo in the ivory-rich Luangwa valley. Later his descendents moved some milessouth-westwards where it is now called Hewa.

Mgona pamuhanya

Date: last week of September

Place: Bolero / Rumphi

SS

Since 2009, promong the cultural arts industry in Malawi, establish a culture of cinema going,build local capacity in filmmaking by creang training opportunies for local filmdom.

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Provincial / National / Interregional Music Crossroads (IRF)Date: Feb 16 - 18 2012, Oct 2011 (2013 to be defined)

Place: Maputo, Mozambique

Info: hp://www.music-crossroads.net

Music Crossroads is music contest for the chance to win a presgious European tour.This music compeon in Malawi is called Chibuku Road.

*Music Crossroads Malawi (MCM) is a youth empowerment iniave through music. MCM preceiveprofessional training in the various diverse aspects of music for the youth.

Lake of Stars International Music FestivalDate:mid October ( Lake of Stars will return to Malawi in 2013!)Place:Lakeshore (Mangochi)

Info: www.lakeofstars.org/ Inquiry : [email protected]

Lake of Stars is a 3 day an award-winning music fesval on the beaches of Lake Malawi.It entertains audiences with live performances by Malawian and internaonal arsts.The event promotes tourism and Cultural exchange through music.

Many people around celebrate the United Naons (UN) World Tourism Day (WTD). The day aims to fosterawareness among the internaonal community of the importance of tourism and its social, cultural, policaland economic values.

The week proceeding World Tourism Day was set aside to highlight the contribuon of Tourism to 4thNaonal economy. Celebrated under a theme selected by UNWTO(United Naon World Tourism Organiza-on, The UNWTO World Tourism Organizaon is a specialized agency of the United Naons.)

Kwacha MalawiBody, Mind & Soul

(2007 Malawian winner)Rhythm of Life Records

Malawi, National Tourism Week

Date: September 21 - 27, 2012

Place: Malawi

OCTOBEROCTOBER

World Tourism Day (WTD)

Date: 27 September 2012 (27th Sept. annual)

Info: hp://unwto.org/

World Tourism Day 2012 takes place under the theme "Tourism and Sustainable Energy: Powering Sustainable Development".

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(Photo/AFAI)

Blantyre Arts Fesval (BAF) is an annual arts fesval organized by the Warehouse Cultural Centre inMalawi, first fesval has held in 2009 and facilitated to annual fesval. Its objecve is to promoteMalawian cultural and arsc talent by providing a plaorm where individual arsts can showcasetheir talent.

Lhomwes celebrate their cultural heritage.The revival of the Lhomwe culture and trad on, established by president in 2008 to organize a centerof culture in Southern part of Malawi.

An annual event held in each of the SADC countries, including Malawi. The SADC Aids Fiesta is theregion's response to the Aids epidemic. Music, theatre, dance, poetry and films are among theentertainment on offer.

Eid al Fitr - the end of Ramadan is celebrated by the Muslim community. The day is also a public holiday2nd Monday : Mothers Day

December 25th : Christmas Day - Christmas is celebrated by the country's many Chrisans.Gis are exchanged, special dishes prepared and visits made to family and friends.

Blantyre Arts Festival

Mulhako wa Alhomwe

SADC Aids Festival

Date: 25th October

Place: Chonde in Luchenza

Date: 1st weekend of October

Place: Blantyre

Info: hp://www.thewarehouse-malawi.net/

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Gule WamkuluGule WamkuluNo one knows for sure who they are.No one knows for sure where they come from or where they go.When they dance they kick up the dust in order to help disguisethemselves.One thing is sure. They are surrounded by mystery and intrigue.

The Gule Wamkulu dance is symbolic as a medium between theancestral world of spirits and the mundane present, andsymbolizes the spectrum of lifes emotions and actions.

Gule Wamkulu is both a secret cult and ritual dance practicedamong the Chewa people. The performance of the Gule Wam-kulu at the end of the initiation procedure to celebrate theyoung mens integration into adult society. The initiation is heldin the season following the harvest, also weddings and funer-als.

The Nyau (their secret society) dancers wear costumes andmasks made of wood and straw, representing a great variety ofcharacters, such as wild animals, spirits of the dead, slave trad-ers as well as more recent figures such as Obama.Despite the efforts of Christian missionaries to ban this practicein communities, it managed to survive under British colonialrule by adopting some aspects of Christianity.

No one knows for sure who they are.No one knows for sure where they come from or where they go.When they dance they kick up the dust in order to help disguisethemselves.One thing is sure. They are surrounded by mystery and intrigue.

The Gule Wamkulu dance is symbolic as a medium between theancestral world of spirits and the mundane present, andsymbolizes the spectrum of lifes emotions and actions.

Gule Wamkulu is both a secret cult and ritual dance practicedamong the Chewa people. The performance of the Gule Wam-kulu at the end of the initiation procedure to celebrate theyoung mens integration into adult society. The initiation is heldin the season following the harvest, also weddings and funer-als.

The Nyau (their secret society) dancers wear costumes andmasks made of wood and straw, representing a great variety ofcharacters, such as wild animals, spirits of the dead, slave trad-ers as well as more recent figures such as Obama.Despite the efforts of Christian missionaries to ban this practicein communities, it managed to survive under British colonialrule by adopting some aspects of Christianity.

Great danceGreat dance

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Malawi National Parks Guide

Roan Antelope

Impala

Hippos

Elephant

Leopard

African Buffalo

Impala, nyala and bushbucks are commonlyseen on open grasslans in southern Malawi.

Nyika Plateau holds Africa's highest concen-tration of roan antelope. Large as horse.

Hippos occur on grassy banks around sunsetfor foraging and spend night on land.

This big cats are widespread in Malawi.Notoriously shy and very rarely seen.

Reasonably common in many of Malawi'snational parks and reserves.

Big herd of buffalo occur commonly in Malawi.Both male and female have horns. Grazers.

LIWONDE National ParkUpper Shire exploring, Malawi's No.1 safari site

LENGWE National Park

A Peaceful moment with Nyala & Butterfly

KASUNGU National ParkSlow Safari at where diet and habitat of elephant . . .

LAKE MALAWI National Park

Great sanctuary of fish and aquatic habitats

elephant, hippo, zebra, black rhino, warthog, greaterkudu, vervet monkey, baboon, impala, water buck, bushbuck, mongoose, crocodile and monitor lizard

Access to town of Liwonde is relatively easy compared toother reserves. From Liwonde Town to main gate is 6km,from there to campsite is 28 km. The fun way to access thecamp is by taking boat. Self-driving visiters and public buspassenger can use Mangochi Road to get Makanga Gate.

There are lux ury s afari l odge, s elf-ca tering chalet s andcheap campsite inside both gates. You can also stay intown of Liwonde.

Situated on southern end of Lake Malombe where ShireRiver begins. Combination of river bank and mopanebush creates rich environment. Shire River is hometo hippo, crocodileand waterfoul in particular, andmopane bush support large population of elephant.

location & character getting there

accommodation fauna and flora

Nyala, kudu, duiker, impala, bushbuck, Blue monkeys,warthogs, bushpigs, buffalo and baboons, hyena, leopard.

The turn-off on M1 is between Chikwawa and Nchalo. Onthe way to the park gate you will cross extensive sugar caneplantation, which benefit wildlife permanent water supply.

Nyala Lodge is the only campsite inside park, offersthatched and nicely decorated chalets, self-cateringlodges and campsite.

900 sq km park, lies to the lower Shire Va lley andbordering to the west with Mozambique. Owing to itsaltitude (30-100 m above sea level) it will be much warmer.



Roan antelope, sable antelope, Eland, kudu, large herdsof zebra, duiker, hyena, leopard, jackal and serval cats

The gamepark e ntrance is s ituated 129 km fr om Mzuzu/ 68 km from Rumphi. The best visited during therainy season, recommended in a 4x4 vehicle. Owing toit's higher raltiude the air is cool and comfortable in adaytime, chilly at night and morning.

Chelinda Camp is the only campsite, offers luxury logcabin, self-catering chalets and cheap campsite.

Largest andf highest of Malawi's National Parks.(over 3,200 sq. km/about 2000m/established in 1965.'Nyika'=wilderness) Nyika Plateau offers spectacular scenery,a wide variety of alpine flowers (such as 200 different speciesof orchids), birds, large mammals including predators.


NYIKA National ParkPlace For Horse Safaris Amongst Rolling Hills

Elephants, buck, (including Sable), roan, kudu, impalaand Hartebeest as well as buffalo and zebra. Aspredators hyena, wild dog and serval.

Abou t 17 5 km nort h of Lilon gwe. Due to wood landand evergreen hills, avoid heavy rainy season.

Lifupa Conservation Lodge is the only lodge in the park overlooks Kasuni Dam, offers accommodation to all budgets.

The seco nd lar gest NP is loca ted west of t he c entr alregion, extending along the Zambian border. It is full ofwoodland thickets and streams. Although it's famed for itspopulation of elephant, there are plenty of water holes thatriver channels and dams make, in addition, seasonal marshso-called dambos to enrich its la rge range of biodiversity.


accommodation

fauna and flora

Cichlids, fish eagles, otters, lizards, hippos, baboons, hyrax,big mammals around Mangochi area also make occasionalstay here.

The tur n-off to Cape Maclea r on the main roa d is 1 0 kmwest from Monkey Bay. There's no formal public transporta-tion from thereso you may take pick-up or hitch at junction.

Cape Maclear have all range of accommodation options. Allof those offers great view or lake.

Notable is 34-square-mile (87-km2) National Park and WorldHeritage Site, with million-year-old Lake Malawi and itsextraordinary fish population. Over 400 species of cichlidsalone. Cape Maclear is a heaven for watersports enthusiasts.


accommodationfauna and flora

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Best viewing secret of open border with LuangwaBest viewing secret of open border with Luangwa


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Salima

Mangochi/Zomba

Thyolo/Limbe

Bangula/Nchalo

Bangula/Nchalo

Rumpi

Nkhotakota

Chikwawa/Blantyre

Nchalo/Blantyre

Lying in the hills of the Rift Valley Escarpment, in central Malawi. The scenery is dominated by theChipata Mountain, and the Bua River, with it's many waterfalls. The range of mammals is as good asanywhere in Malawi. Birdlife is prolific with giant kingfishers and palm nut vultures among the 130recorded species.

Country's oldest reserve . . .Country's oldest reserve . . .

NkhotakotaWildlife ReserveNkhotakotaWildlife Reserve

A sho rt way south of N yika, a low-ly ing plai n and marsh area. It h as substan tial larg e mam malpopulations. The reserve is home to several herds of elephant, other plains animals such as kudu,impala warthog and buffaloes are also to be found along with pods of hippopotamus.

Vwaza MarshVwaza Marsh

The second largest and most southerl y lake o f Malawi surround ed by fl at plain s and iso lated hi lls.It's very shallow with no known outlet. The drainage basin attract both resident and migratorywaterbirds.

Lake ChilwaLake ChilwaPermanent oasis of Lower Shire . . .Permanent oasis of Lower Shire . . .

Community-owned reserve, teeming with birds. The swamp-like lake covered in water lilies andpapyrus. Occurring species such as greater kudu, duiker, bushbuck, genet, civet and bush pig have faredwell since the park was protected, while the likes of giraffe, zebra, nyala, sable, impala and warthog havebeen introduced and roam freely within the reserve.

Kuti Communit y Wildlife ParkKuti Communit y Wildlife ParkAsk anyon e where Kut i is ? Ku ti m eans 'where' . . .Ask anyon e where Kut i is ? Ku ti m eans 'where' . . .

Near Lengwe National Park. Small private reserves set in the middle of a sugar cane plantation oflower Shire Valley. Nyala, Giraffe, Zebra, Red Hartebeest, Bushbuck, Impala, Buffalo and otherherbivores are present.

Nyala ParkNyala ParkPeace joint between sugar estate and wildlife . . .Peace joint between sugar estate and wildlife . . .

Is the flood plain and swamp of the River Shire. North part of this permanent marsh is a maze ofshallow channels, south part water is thick with water hyacinth and waterlily.The name "Elephant Marsh" was giv en by David Livingstone. which used to be home to thousandsof elephant but is now more a birding destination.

Mwabvi Wildlife Reserve is located in the southern most tip of Malawi in Nsanje District. Malawi'ssmallest national park (135km), and its least accessible. This remoteness adds to Mwabvi's charm.New game roads have opened up the area and sightings of magnificent sable, kudu, impala, buffaloand other antelope are matched by the wide variety of birdlife.

Elephant MarshElephant Marsh

Indescribably unusual landscape. . .Indescribably unusual landscape. . .

Mwabvi Wildlife ReserveMwabvi Wildlife Reserve'Mwabvi' the spell of tree . . .'Mwabvi' the spell of tree . . .

A well-enclo sed private game sanctuary located in a coloni al town of t ea estate in Thy olo, includingtraditional "big 5", Giraffe, sables, nyala, eland, roan, kudu, zebras, wildebeest, duikers, waterbucks,impalas, serval cats etc.

Game Heaven ReserveGame Heaven ReserveRecreation of Colonial Life, or planter. . .Recreation of Colonial Life, or planter. . .

The rese rve is made up of matu re miombo woodlands and gran ite topped hi lls th at cont rast wi th

picturesque river valleys and lush riverine forest. Many species are seen, such as black rhino,elephant, buffalo, eland, kudu, sable, suni, klipspringer, Lichtenstein's hartebeest and zebra. TwoLeopards has reintroduced in 2011.

Majete Wildlife ReserveMajete Wildlife ReserveMalawi's Big Fi ve Park. . .!Malawi's Big Fi ve Park. . .!

piked kingfisher

Hibiscus schizopetalus

swamp (Lengwe)flower (Lengwe)

Hadada Ibis

african monarch

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beatle (Mulanje)

robin

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ENTRANCE FEESfor National Park in Malawifor National Park in Malawi

US $10 / US $7 / MK450US $10 / US $7 / MK450

International Visitors / Non Malawian Residence / Malawian

$5 per vehicle

* It can only be paid in Malawian Kwacha* Nil for child under 12 years old

* daily fee

In the north are the unique Nyika Plateau and the Vwasa

Reserve. These complement each other, one a highland, the

other a lowland marsh area.

The central region has two vast game areas; Kasungu National

Parkin the west and Nkhotakota Reserve in the east, near the

Lake.

The best known national park is Liwonde, along the River Shire,

but there are also three game areas further south in the Shire

Lowlands: Lengwe National Parkand the wildlife reserves of

Majete and Mwabvi.

Lake Malawi National Park at Cape Maclear is the worlds firstfreshwater national park.

Malawi is blessed with no less than9 National Parks and Wildlife Reserves.Malawi is blessed with no less than9 National Parks and Wildlife Reserves.

NORTH

CENTRAL

SOUTH

Elephant Marsh

MALAWI NATIONAL PARKS MAPMALAWI NATIONAL PARKS MAP

Nyala Park(Illovo Estate)

Game Heaven Reserve

NKHATA BAY

CHELINDA

CAPE

MACLEAR

MANGOCHI

BALAKALIWONDE

Mt.Thyolo

LILONGWE

MZIMBA

MZUZU

ZOMBA

BLANTYRE

MULANJE

KARONGACHITIPA

MCHINJI

NKHOTAKOTA

CHIZUMULUIS. MW

LIKOMA IS. (MW)

LIVINGSTONIA

CHILUMBA

KASUNGU

DWANGWA

MUA

North Viphya FR

South Viphya FR

Ntchisi FR

Chongoni FR

Dedza FR

Phirilongwe FR

ZombaFR

Michiru Mtn.Cons. Areas

Dzalanyama FR

CHELINDA

CAPE

MACLEAR

MANGOCHI

BALAKALIWONDE

Mt.Thyolo

Mt.MulanjeMt.Mulanje

MZIMBA

MZUZU

ZOMBA

BLANTYRE

MULANJE

NSANJE

BANGULA

CHIKWAWACHIKWAWA

MWANZAMWANZA

KARONGA

NKHATA BAY

CHITIPA

MCHINJI

NKHOTAKOTA

CHIZUMULU IS. (MW)

LIKOMA IS. (MW)

LIVINGSTONIA

CHILUMBA

KASUNGU

DWANGWA

MUA

SALIMASALIMA

DEDZADEDZA

RUMPHIRUMPHI

North Viphya FR

South Viphya FR

Ntchisi FR

Chongoni FR

Dedza FR Namizimu FR

Phirilongwe FR

ZombaFR

Michiru Mtn.Cons. Areas

Dzalanyama FR

MWABVI

GR

MAJETE

GR

NKHOTAKOTA

GR

VWA ZA

MARSH

GR

Lake

Malombe

Lake

Chilwa

Lake

Chiuta

NP : National Park

GR : Game Reserve

FR : Forest Reserve

LIWONDE

NP

KASUNGU

NP

LENGWE

NP

NYIKA

NP

LAKE MALAWI

NP

Shir

eR

iver

Bua

Dwangw

a

Lilon

gwe

Mchesi

South

Ruk

uru

Nor

th

Ru

kuru

NamizimuFR

Kuti CommunityWildlife Park

THYOLO

NCHALO

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One Point Chichewa

Health and Safety

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One-Point Chichewa

Kaya

Greetings

Yes / no Eee / AyiSorry Pepani

See you (parting) Tionana

Let's goTiyeni

Don't worry OsadandaulaNo problem Palibe vuto

Food is good! ChikukomaChikukoma?

* Likoma is an island name meaning delicious

hungry (Ndiri ndi) njala

Pang'onoKwambiri

a littlevery much

Pang'ono pang'onoslow

Mawa TomorrowM'mamawa Morning ndalamaazungu

Ndalama zingati?

I don't know.

How much?

money

as passing by( reply Wawa )

Wawa!

Bobo!Bo!

Sharp!

...or simply give a

commonly used greeting( reply Bobo )

*came from bonjour

reply Sharp orsharp sharp

white people

Is food good?

Answers

Market and Restaurant

Common Words

Zikomo!( Thank you )

*

Prevent insect bites, antimalarialdrugs and mosquito repellent sprayare recommended

Prevent animal bites and scratches

Be careful about food and water

Avoid injuries, do not share needlesfor tattoos, body piercing. Staycautious to reduce the risk of HIV

To pre ven t fun ga l and para sit icinfections, keep feet clean and dry onbeaches

Prevent bilharzia. Take medicines totreat potential bilharzia.

Avoid sunburnPrevent heat exhaustionwearing hat and sunglasses

S t a y i n g H e a l t h y D u r i n g T r a v e l

Health and Safety

Practice self-management during travel !

* These are available at pharmacy in Malawi too.

Praziquantel for bilharzia Mefloquine for Malariamosquito repellent

spray and stick

Rechargeable LED

Power Cut Compensation

IR GogglesIR Goggles

Torch

Kerosene Lamp

Mobile Phones Flash Light

Candle

Match

Night VisionGlasses

Voltage Guard

Electrical current inMalawi is not stable.If you need to docomputer work, usevoltage guard toprotect your electrical

equipment against

If yous e e mnervouss o m epeoplewill takea d v a n-tage of

&

Power blackouts in Malawi are a commonoccurrence. candlelight or kerosene lamps isthe common reality after daylight hours.

Reduce anxietyin darkness

low voltage, brown-outs and voltagedips. These conditions are harmful and

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