Often presented as "the warm heart of Africa ', Malawi Travel offers something for all visitors.
One of the most beautiful and relaxed African countries, Malawi is known as a destination for those seeking Adventure entertainment or eco Activities -tourism .
landscape Malawi is beautiful and varied and Malawians tend to be extremely friendly toward travelers. Nature lovers will love the National Parks and Game reserves mountain hike and stabilize trekking .
The best advice for Malawi Travel
Travel in Malawi
roads of Malawi is fairly well established, with most paved roads. Bus transportation is a viable option, with express options and luxury coaches available and boat trips are a favorite background.
For those looking for a more comprehensive approach African adventure , there are a number of land-tour operators running trips that cover various countries , which allows travelers the opportunity to really experience the spirit of Africa and enjoy a variety of experiences.
social conventions
With a large and diverse range of tribal backgrounds among the people of Malawi, it is understandable that many travelers are concerned about the issues of accepted behavior and convention. Fortunately for visitors to this African paradise , Malawian society is well integrated and visitors should not worry too much about social differences.
Greeting Conventions
Malawians "people hand-shake" . They usually place some importance to the handshake at the meeting and . Among greeting parts of the society of men practice a special handshake , involving the seizure of the thumb and place the left hand on the forearm - foreigners should probably not try to do, but if you are there and see you, you'll know what he's talking about. in addition, women and children could bows as a greeting or as a sign of recognition.
dress
Generally, Malawians tend alongside conventional in their dress. for Malawi trip, it is advisable to dress modestly but of course, in such a society relaxed there is no strict rules and it's probably better just to appropriate dress for your planned activity a day at the beach calls for beachwear and safari trip requires long sleeves and pants.
Climate
Winter dry season, is best time to visit , and lasts from May to October. June and July are the coldest months with a very comfortable average daytime temperatures 21C. The dry season is the best time to travel to Malawi if you are interested in best game viewing and hiking .
The hot wet rainy season , from November to April, brings warmer temperatures around the mid-range of 30 ° C. Rainfall is concentrated on the higher plateaus and some roads become impassable after heavy rains.
Currency
The Malawi Kwacha is the currency used locally. It is freely convertible at a rate of about 137 Kwacha to the US dollar. US dollars are also readily accepted , especially for larger purchases.
It is also interesting to note that the currency of neighboring Zambia, also called Kwacha, is a fraction of Malawi Kwacha, so travelers should be wary.
credit cards are accepted to some extent, but only large brands such as Visa and MasterCard, and then only by the larger hotels or businesses geared specifically towards tourists. In general, it is safe to assume that your card will not be easily accepted when you embark on Malawi travel.
Traveler's checks too are not always easy to exchange. Some banks, exchange offices and upscale hotels can do it, but US currency in cash is probably a better option.
Health Precautions
Malawi is a malaria risk area . To minimize the risk of mosquito bites during your travel to Malawi, wear light clothing with long sleeves and using appropriate mosquito repellent (those containing DEET Diethyltoluamide work well) on exposed skin.
Sleep under ITNs or ensure that the doors and windows of your accommodation are screened against mosquitoes. Have a fan or air conditioner on the night will also curb mosquito activity to some extent.
Currently, three most effective anti-malaria drugs are mefloquine (Lariam or Mefliam), Doxycycline and Malarone (Malanil). Some medicines may cause side effects and should be taken some time before exposure to risk, so consult your doctor or a travel clinic well before you intend to travel to Malawi.
must- see the sights of Malawi
Lilongwe - This, the capital of Malawi , is renowned for the old town, home to market stalls, cafes and quaint restaurants and the new city, home to embassies, offices and shops
Blantyre -. Blantyre, located in the southern part of Malawi, is regarded as the center of commerce and industry in the country. On the interest for beer lovers , it is home to the Carlsberg brewery and has a range of restaurants and accommodation options
Lake Malawi -. Travel in Malawi would be complete with a visit to the country of most famous tourist attraction . Lake Malawi is also known as Lake Nyasa and the Livingstone Lake '(after the famous explorer David Livingstone). It is the southernmost lake in the Great African Rift Valley.
The lake, about 560 km long and with a total area of almost 30 000 km, is bordered by Mozambique, Malawi and Tanzania and is a source of territorial dispute between Malawi and Tanzania.
Lake Malawi is home to a a greater variety of native species fish than any other lake in the world, making it very popular among divers and snorkellers .
Its tranquil blue waters and beautiful golden beaches make for great retreats for those seeking a little rest and relaxation. Water Sports like kayaking; canoeing, windsailing and water skiing are available for those seeking a more active source of pleasure.
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