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From the moment that Lonely Planet named Malawi as one of its Best in Travel Top Countries for 2022, this iconic travel publisher began curating some inspirational content about the Warm Heart of Africa. Now, as we head towards the final quarter of the year, there is a veritable treasure trove of Malawi information and articles to be explored on their website.
Lonely Planet’s Malawi portal (lonelyplanet.com/malawi) begins with a great overview of what makes this African gem so exciting as an emerging tourist destination:
After a collection of pages covering Malawi’s ‘Must see’ Attractions (over 50 of them!) – Lonely Planet move on to a wonderful set of articles (lonelyplanet.com/malawi/articles) written this year to inspire visitors to give Malawi a try:
The top 10 things to do in Malawi for a Magical experience
For anyone drawn to nature and outdoor adventures, Malawi is a wonderful destination. Here are the best things to do there.
Top 10 places to visit in Malawi
Start planning an epic trip to Malawi with our guide to the country’s best scenery, cities, natural wonders and wildlife parks.
Malawi’s 10 incredible national parks and reserves: wildlife, wilderness and water sports
This guide to Malawi’s national parks and reserves can help you experience the best of the country’s thrilling array of landscapes and wildlife.
The 5 most beautiful road trips in Malawi
Discover the most beautiful road trips in Malawi, from the wide Shire River in the south to the zigzag route to Livingstonia in the north.
On Malawi’s top hikes, discover roaring waterfalls and bathing elephants
From the Shire River and the woodlands of Zomba plateau to the escarpment at Livingstonia and the dense Viphya Forest, these are the best hikes in Malawi.
Planning Toolkit
Last but not least, the practical side of a Malawi visit is covered with a great Planning Toolkit covering how to get around, when to visit, visa requirements, how to travel on a budget, and much more.
It’s very clear that Malawi has truly charmed Lonely Planet (as it does everyone who gives it a chance!), and that the Warm Heart of Africa has a quite astonishing variety of activities and attractions for its visitors.
So, when are you planning your visit?
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