Hidden gems: Tourist Attractions in Malawi

Discover the city's hidden treasuresβ€”remarkable spots that are relatively undiscovered but offer exceptional experiences. Our selection criteria? A rating of 4.5 or higher with fewer than 150 reviews. Explore these lesser-known yet outstanding places that promise a delightful visit in Malawi. This list contains 19 places from Tourist Attractions category.

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Zomba Forest Lodge
Guest house
πŸ‘πŸ‘ Great place with a very rustic feel to it. The owners were very hands on and treated us like family. β€œ Great food, great menu (keep an eye out for the very interesting menu-board descriptions by Tom & Petal - you’ll love the puns and tongue twisting descriptions of your upcoming meal as much as you...
5.00 (34 reviews)
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Manja Lodge
Lodge
πŸ‘πŸ‘ The place is quiet and peaceful, the staff knows what there doing and the service is worth every penny you spent, and they have a great Chef the food is awesome and the break fast is amazing and above all its very affordable I love this place.
5.00 (15 reviews)
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Stone House Museum
Museum
πŸ‘πŸ‘ Its a place full of memories # laws campus
5.00 (6 reviews)
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Plateau Stables
Horseback riding service
πŸ‘πŸ‘ I had a wonderful experience horse riding with the Plateau Stables! Anne is leading our journey together with her staffs. She has lots of stories to tell and I really enjoyed the conversation with Anne. I chose the early riding as it is fresher and the horse has more energy :D We spent a great time...
4.90 (17 reviews)
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Kefi Hotel CafΓ©
Hotel
4.80 (75 reviews)
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Otter Point
Tourist attraction
πŸ‘πŸ‘ Beautiful clean pool. Great for snorkeling. The rocks are magnificent. We used a boat to access it and saw fish , monkeys, birds. Above all, I loved the sunset from this angle
4.70 (26 reviews)
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St. Peter's Cathedral
Church
😐 This is maybe the biggest cathedral in Malawi, which has gorgeous decoration and stained glass. Those who are interested in their worship should visit there especially when celebrating mass.
4.70 (20 reviews)
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Adventures with Colby
Tour operator
πŸ‘πŸ‘ We had a blast with AWC during our 10-day trip exploring the warm (hot!) heart of Malawi!! As a group of 8, we had the chance to discover the diverse and beautiful landscape of Malawi in our own minibus. We had the chance to relax at the lake, try local food, chill and learn about the cultural herit...
4.70 (14 reviews)
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The Leslie
Hotel
Understated rooms, some with patios, in a laid-back B&B offering meals, a lounge & an outdoor pool.
4.60 (68 reviews)
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Blend. Lodge & Kitchen
Lodge
πŸ‘πŸ‘ I stayed at Pakachere for a month at the start of 2022 and was blown away by the stay. I had a private room, which was large, clean and very comfortable. The food is good and Tuesday's in particular are a great night to visit for the special. The staff were all so helpful and attentive.. probably th...
$22/night
4.60 (66 reviews)
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Manchewe Waterfalls (Chipopoma)
Tourist attraction
πŸ‘πŸ‘ Machewe Waterfalls is a beautiful natural attraction located in the Northern Region of Malawi specifically in the district of Rumphi. These waterfalls are considered one of the hidden gems of Malawi offering breathtaking views and a tranquil atmosphere. The journey to Machewe Waterfalls involves a...
4.60 (30 reviews)
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Likhubula Falls (Dziwe la Nkhalamba)
Tourist attraction
πŸ‘πŸ‘ One of Mulanje mountains famous waterfall. 60m+ deep and 45minutes away from Likhubula/forestry office. Please get a guide when going there and don't forget to ask your guide to tell you the history of the magical falls.
4.50 (44 reviews)
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Williams Falls
Tourist attraction
πŸ‘πŸ‘ Memorable experience.. #Hikersalliance
4.50 (38 reviews)
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Mulanje Mountain
Tourist attraction
πŸ‘πŸ‘ As the first rains have fallen and the vegetation is coming back to life. Random photos from Mulanje mountain, huts, rivers, streams, pools, showcasing awesome panoramic views captured in natural light
4.50 (30 reviews)
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Mulunguzi Dam, Zomba Malawi
Environment renewable natural resources
πŸ‘πŸ‘ ZOMBA, November 7, 2013 --Β In the early 1990’s concern over a special species of butterflies found on Zomba Mountain nearly denied the people of Zomba a reliable source of water. Both the Malawi government and the World Bank, which was supporting the construction of a dam on the mountain, heeded the...
4.50 (17 reviews)
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Lake Malawi National Park Visitors Center
Museum
😐 My low rating is more about the general area rather than this place specifically, but it's relevant. The park's entry is unnecessarily expensive, as is most things in the Cape Maclear area. Everyone is trying to rip you off and manipulate you through guilt about how poor they are. That being said,...
4.50 (17 reviews)
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Chelinda Lodge
Lodge
πŸ‘πŸ‘ Chelinda Lodge is a four-star hotel located in Nyika Plateau, Rumphi, Malawi. It is situated in Nyika National Park, which is known for its beautiful scenery, wildlife, and birdlife. Chelinda Lodge offers luxury accommodation in the midst of this beautiful park. The lodge offers comfortable and wel...
4.50 (15 reviews)
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Dedza-Salima Forest Reserve
Nature preserve
4.50 (15 reviews)
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