Tiyeni Tiyende Global Tours and Travel (2024)

02/01/2024

Malawi.
Northern part of Lake Malawi.

04/10/2023

Liwonde National Park is one of Malawi's most renowned and oldest national parks, located in the southern part of the country. It covers an area of approximately 548 square kilometers (211 square miles) and is situated along the banks of the Shire River, making it an essential water source for the park's wildlife.

Photos: Peter J Makwana

5 Reasons To Visit Liwonde
Some of the best river-based elephant, crocodile, hippo and general wildlife viewing in Africa.

Home to the rare and critically endangered black rhino as well as the historic elephant translocation.

Experience the cathedral-like mopane woodlands interspersed with candelabra euphorbia with good populations of buffalo and sable antelope.

The amazing views of Borassus palm-studded floodplains.
Finally, a bird watcher’s delight with easy viewing of Pel’s fishing owl, Boehm’s bee-eaters, Lilian’s lovebirds, and Livingstone’s flycatcher.

When to Visit

The ideal time to visit the park is during the dry season from April to October. During this time, the bush is dry and open, making game easier to spot.

There are three distinct seasons in the area:

November – March
When the rains begin, the conditions are generally hot and wet. Humidity peaks during January and February, and the bush is thick, making it difficult to spot game. However, Liwonde is magically turned from a dust bowl into an emerald paradise during this time, and is particularly beautiful.

April – August
Temperatures are cooler and rainfall drops during this period. It is advisable to take warmer clothing for activities during the early morning and evenings or on the river, particularly in July and August.

September – October
Temperatures are extremely high and it is very hot and dry during these months. The landscape is sparse and dry with limited vegetation cover, but game viewing is amazing.

Liwonde is a must-do for those who want a top notch safari away from the crowds.

Pictures by Peter Jason Makwana.