Lilongwe is Malawi's capital — the "Warm Heart of Africa". Malawi is one of Africa's poorest yet friendliest nations. Lake Malawi is one of the world's largest freshwater lakes — 15% of all freshwater fish species live here, making it a diver's dream.
0.9M
visitors/year
Best time to visit
May–October
Top sights & experiences
- 🐟 Lake Malawi – Diving Paradise
- 🦁 Liwonde National Park
- 🏛️ Lilongwe Nature Sanctuary
- 🛒 Lilongwe Old Town Market
- 🌊 Cape Maclear Beach
- 🍽️ Bohemian Café
Perfect for
LakeDivingSafari
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