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As the dry season sets in, animals congregate by watering holes, making for memorable photo safaris © mhenrion / Shutterstock

Sep 7, 20257 min read

The 10 Best Things to Do in Malawi

Plan a trip to the small southeast African country of Malawi with this guide for first-time visitors. Robin Bruyns/Shutterstock

Sep 3, 20245 min read

A First-Time Guide to Malawi

Get prepared for your visit to Malawi with these essential tips © Tukio / Shutterstock

Apr 21, 20235 min read

13 Things to Know Before Traveling to Malawi

Explore the countryside and nature reserves at your leisure on a road trip in Malawi © Maximum Exposure PR / Shutterstock

Apr 20, 20236 min read

5 of the Best Road Trips in Malawi

Here are the best ways to travel around in Malawi © wilpunt / Getty Images

Apr 19, 20235 min read

How to Get Around in Malawi

Check if you'll need a visa ahead of your visit to Malawi © erichon / Shutterstock

Apr 18, 20232 min read

Everything You Need to Know About Getting a Visa for Malawi

Malawi is home to beautifully diverse natural landscapes © Jason Grunsta / Getty Images

Apr 18, 20239 min read

The 10 Best Places to Visit in Malawi

Stormy rainy-season skies over Lake Malawi

Mar 16, 20234 min read

The Best Time to Visit Malawi

Camping and rustic beach accommodation can be an excellent to stretch your budget in Malawi © Luca Roggero / EyeEm / Getty Images

Mar 15, 20236 min read

Here's How to Visit Malawi on a Budget

A scenic drive along Kande Beach in Malawi

Nov 29, 20226 min read

The 8 Best Beaches in Malawi

A herd of African elephants walk across a flat dusty landscape on the edge of a lake

Mar 2, 20228 min read

Malawi's 10 Incredible National Parks and Reserves: Wildlife, Wilderness and Water Sports

Clouds cling to the rocky outcrops of Mulanje Mountain, which towers about a forest

Feb 15, 20226 min read

On Malawi's Top Hikes, Discover Roaring Waterfalls and Bathing Elephants

Nov 19, 20192 min read

Malawi Welcomes 17 Black Rhinos into Liwonde National Park

It may not be the 'coolest' way to travel, but planning out a trip in advance can be good fun, and save you money. Westend61 / Getty Images

Oct 28, 20191 min read

Malawi Gets Easier to Visit: e-Visas Launching 1 November

Aug 27, 20197 min read

Malawi's Wildlife Renaissance

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