Zomba Massif to the East of the Upper Shire Valley offers excellent trekking with stunning views into the valley below. Observe natural geological features and waterfalls beside the romantic riverside pathways. There is an abundance of birds and plant life to enjoy.

Malawi offers nine National Parks and Reserves, as well as a number of small private parks, located along the length of the country. We will be delighted to arrange visits to any number of these, interspersed with visits to the mountains and Lake Malawi. With such a geographical diversity, stretching for more than a 1,000 kilometers along the Great Rift Valley, visitors will be delighted and enchanted with the rich cultural and ecological experience Malawi presents.

Lake Malawi, often referred to as the Lake of Stars, is the southernmost lake of the Great Rift Valley.

It is Africa’s third largest lake and a major source of food due to its exceptionally rich population of fish. Reputedly, there are more species of fish within these waters than any other freshwater body on Earth.

It offers excellent opportunities for snorkeling and diving as well as sailing, water-skiing and trips out to the islands.

Mulanje Massif rises from the plains of Chiradzulu and the tea and coffee estates of Mulanje district. It constitutes the Mulanje Mountain Forest Reserve. Much of the massif is grassland at 1800-2200 meters with numerous peaks reaching over 2500 meters, including Chambe Peak, which boasts the longest rock-climb in Africa.
With the aid of guides and porters, the area is excellent for hiking and climbing with a number of mountain huts to rest at for overnight stops. The Mulanje Massif is home to many rare and interesting species of plants including the Mulanje Cedar, with its unique and beautiful scented wood.

The Lower Shire valley is home to the Shire River, running from Lake Malawi to the Zambezi, while falling by 250m, acts as the drain to Lake Malawi. It is used for subsistence farming, fishing and tourism and is home to an abundance of wild life and bird life. It is also a major source of water for extensive commercial farming, including sugar cane. The valley is home to a number of National Parks. Majete, Lengwe, Mwabvi and the Elephant Marsh offer an exceptional diversity of wildlife and birdlife amongst raw, unspoiled beauty.

Majete Game Park has become one of the most attractive parks in Malawi and is open throughout the year from January to December. Wildlife viewing is the highlight of a visit to Majete, whether it is on a game drive, a bushwalk or river trip. Majete has an amazing story to tell, restored to magnificence through Africa Parks after the devastating effects of the Mozambique civil war. Learn about the restoration, community and the conservation project as you experience the daily life and culture around Majete. There are also community projects around the park to enjoy. Click Here for more details.