Introducing Mount Mulanje
Mt Mulanje rises steeply from the undulating plain of the highlands, surrounded by near-vertical cliffs of bare rock, many over 1000m high. It is often misty here and Mulanje’s high peaks sometimes jut above the cloud, giving rise to the local name ‘Island in the Sky’. Some people come to the base of the mountain just for a day visit, but the stunning scenery, easy access, clear paths and well-maintained huts make Mulanje a fine hiking area and many travellers spend at least a few days here.
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For hikers, it’s worth remembering that Mulanje is a big mountain with notoriously unpredictable weather. Even during the dry season, it’s not uncommon to get rain, cold winds and thick mists, which make it easy to get lost. Between May and August, periods of low cloud and drizzle can last several days, and temperatures drop below freezing.
Last updated: Sep 24, 2008
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RE: Zambia - Malawi - Mozam (must do's & see's)
by tomshooter 08 May 2012
I absolutely loved trekking Mount Mulanje. I did it without a guide and just stayed in the huts. Each night I lit fires to keep warm and…
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Re: Zambia - Malawi - Mozam (must do's & see's)
by jloms 13 April 2012
Hi Kate! Thanks for the info. Do you think it's worth taking the ferry all the way to Monkey Bay or Cape McClear? or rather going via…
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Is accomodation expensive in Malawi ?
by veromars 08 November 2010
I read a couple of articles about Malawi but except around the lake, accomodation sometimes seems fairly expensive. Am I wrong ? We like…
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