The birthplace of the now typical walking safari, Malawi has quietly but persistently pushed the boundaries of safari experiences and has for astute and enthusiastic travellers been a favoured African holiday destination for many years. With high peaks, Zomba and Mulanje respectively, small plateaus, beaches, dense forests and one of Africa’s great lakes Malawi is nothing if not eclectic. 
The colossal Rift Valley, which tears through the landscape all the way from Egypt in the North to Mozambique in the South, causes the great scar in the landscape which had formed Lake Malawi, the eighth largest lake in the world. The lake also boasts the world's first ever freshwater national park and has since been recognised as a World Heritage site. 
The lake is considered to have the most extensive collection of fish species anywhere in the world, a veritable aquarium but set within the stunning Malawian landscape. This geographical variety is coupled with an incredible culture including a rich tribal heritage and the opportunity for a range of cultural experiences, including visits to local villages, markets and sites of historical interest such as the fantastic Chongoni rock art just north of Dedza in the country’s Midwest. 
As far as wildlife goes lion and cheetah sightings are actually few and far between, but surprisingly the most elusive of the big cats, the leopard, exist in high numbers, particularly in Nyika. Hyena, civet serval and wild cat are also commonly seen here. 
The rare black rhino has been successfully reintroduced to Liwonde and Majete; elephants are also seen regularly, and there is a huge concentration of hippos throughout Malawi. Buffalo, zebra, antelopes, bushbuck, grey duiker, kudu, grysbok, klipspringer and reedbuck can also be observed throughout the reserves and national parks, and there are over 650 recognised avian species including impressive birds of prey such as the African marsh harrier, black-breasted snake eagle and peregrine falcon. 
As far as biodiversity goes, it is easy to see that Malawi is incredibly diverse and a dream come true for wildlife enthusiasts. While you are enjoying your luxury safari in Malawi, you can stay at some of the most exclusive safari lodges in Africa which have been established and maintained with an ongoing and driving passion for showing the best of Malawi. 
Regarded by Condé Nest as one of the world’s top ten most romantic destinations, Kaya Mawa is located on Likoma Island which lies within Lake Malawi; uncompromising levels luxury and personal service assert it as a premier property. 
Also within the Lake Malawi area, on the Nankumba Peninsula is Pumulani Lodge offers unrivalled panoramas across the calm waters, the perfect place to unwind after a safari adventure. 
Situated within the Liwonde National Park, Mvvu Wilderness Lodge is exactly that, a remote and charming safari paradise where luxury meets culture and man intermingles with the beast.
Originally Published Here: Hidden Africa – The Magic Of Malawi
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