Lake Malawi – estimated to boast 700 rare and colour fish species mostly endemic to Malawi. The small brightly coloured mbuna are easily seen in the protected waters of Lake Malawi National Park.

Lilongwe Wildlife Centre – an award-winning sanctuary set in 180 hectares of beautiful woodlands is home to lions, monkeys, antelope and more.

Mount Mulanje – this 10,000 ft. imposing mountain accommodates gentle walking and serious climbing.

Majete Wildlife Reserve – a rugged wilderness on the western bank of the Shire River with more than 3000 animals in the reserve, including lions, hyenas, sable antelope, nyalas, black rhinos, buffaloes, elephants, hippos and leopards.

Kumbali Cultural Village – immerse yourself in traditional Malawian culture and living.  Try your hand at an array of crafts and sample the delicious range of traditional African delicacies as you enjoy the authentic experience of living life in a Malawian village.

Elephant Marsh – an ideal venue for bird enthusiasts on the Shire River, 40 miles south of Blantyre.

Liwonde National Park – is 220 sq. miles (580 sq. km) and the River Shire flows along its western border, boasting uncommercialised accommodation and the country’s best game viewing. The river attracts fish eagles and weaver birds and Pel’s fishing owl is seen at dusk along the river’s edge. The area encompasses riverine swamps, deciduous woodland and open grassland.

Nyika National Park – is one of Malawi’s jewels and offers unique wildlife viewing on its rolling grassland plateau. The Nyika Plateau in the north offers routes for every level of climber or hiker.

Thyolo Tea Estates – is home to the Satemwa Tea Estate where you can enjoy tea tasting and learn about the history of tea production. Tea is Malawi’s 2nd largest export.

The Gule Wamkulu – meaning ‘the big dance’ this is one of the most important cultural events in Malawi.   It is performed by the Chewa and Mang’anja of Malawi and is associated with heavily carved masks, feathers and skin paint.

Fishing – especially attractive on the southern lakeshore north of Mangochi and at Senga Bay. Catches include the delicious Sungwa, yellow fish, lake salmon (mpasa) and lake-tiger. There is also good fishing for lake-salmon in the rivers of the Nkhotakota Game Reserve.