REGIONS : Lake Malawi [Malawi]

 

 

 

 

LAKE MALAWI [Malawi]

The 29,600km2 body of water known as Lake Malawi in Malawi and Lake Nyasa in its other two countries (Tanzania and Mozambique) is possibly the most scenic lake in Africa. Its flat, fresh, 585km long and contained between tall Rift Valley mountains.
  
The surface of the Lake is 1550ft (470m) above sea level. In the north it is quite extraordinarily deep: 2300ft (700m), plunging well below sea level. This reflects the enormity of the natural faulting of the Great Rift Valley which is the origin of the Lake itself.

For much of the year the Lake is placid, a gentle giant, but, especially when strong winds blow north or south, it can become an angry monster. Because of its potentially rich harvest of fish, the Lake plays an important part in the country's economy. Fishing villages are scattered along the length of the lakeshore and the traditional industry and practices are an attraction to visitors.

Access to the Lake is possible along much of its length but it should be noted that it is usually necessary to take a short detour off the main roads in order to reach the beach. Despite the attraction the Lake has to settlement, there are long stretches of totally uninhabited golden sand lakeshore, and plenty of opportunities for visitors to enjoy activities on and in the waters.



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Our Lake Malawi favourites...

Malawi Magic Malawi - Africa's warm heart. The friendliest people in Africa will welcome you and show you why this seldom visited country is so full of surprises.

Our selected properties in Lake Malawi...

Our exclusive selection of properties range from comfortable, luxurious, exclusive and extravagant. The green symbol indicates exclusively yours properties that can be all yours.

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Chinteche Inn
Club Makokola
Kaya Mawa
Kayak Africa
Pumulani


Best time for visiting Lake Malawi [Malawi]...

best time: June - October / good time: March - May

Meet our Malawi experts...

	Stuart Inglis If you are interested in any of our destinations, but unsure of what you are looking for, what is available or where and when to go, then Stuart, Pulse Africa's Sales & Marketing Director who has travelled extensively throughout Africa, may be the ideal person to talk to.
	Natasha Springer Natasha is our Namibia, Mozambique, South Africa and Botswana specialist. Her passion and in depth knowledge of these countries will ensure that your holiday will be a once in a life time experience.

What to do in Lake Malawi...

	guided walks
	bird watching
	fishing
	swimming pool
	cultural interaction
	canoeing & mokoro trips
	diving & snorkelling
	golf
	watersports
	boating
	recommended for honeymooners
	sailing
	spa and or massage

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