A decade ago, heading to Malawi for a safari wouldn’t have crossed most people’s minds. But in recent years this small, landlocked country has undergone an exciting wildlife revival, with some incredible conservation projects and animal reintroductions. Where once sightings of larger predators, like lions or leopards was rare, Malawi’s national parks and game reserves are now home to an array of animals both big and small. If you’re looking for some unique wildlife experiences, Malawi is a great destination.

Here are some of the best places to experience Malawi’s iconic wildlife:

Colourful cichlids in Lake Malawi National Park

Lake Malawi is one of the most impressive and beautiful lakes in the Southern Hemisphere – it’s also the third-largest freshwater lake in Africa, and the fifth largest in the world, stretching about 580km from north to south.

Home to around 1,000 species of fish, more than any other lake in the world, Lake Malawi is a haven for underwater enthusiasts, offering some of the most unique and diverse freshwater diving experiences in the world. Cichlids are the star of Lake Malawi, with over 850 different species of these colourful and curious fish found in the lake’s clear waters, many of which are endemic to the lake and can only be found here.

Kaya Mawa, a luxury lodge on Likoma Island, in the central part of the lake, Blue Zebra Island Lodge, on the tiny, idyllic Nankoma Island in the deserted Marelli Islands, and Mumbo Island, a more laid-back and chilled, private island, in the south, are great options for accommodation here.

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