Malawi travel guide
What to see at Lake Malawi
A lake like a sea, with sandy beaches, clear water and hundreds of colourful fish.
Updated 18 October 2026 · How we make our guides
- 5 must-see places
- Best time: from April to November
Lake Malawi highlights
The places you can’t miss. In the app we sort them by day and close to each other.
- Nkhata Bay
A bay with a backpacker vibe.
- Likoma
An island with a cathedral.
- Senga Bay
Close to the capital.
- Kayaking
Along the shore.
- Snorkelling
Colourful cichlids.
Day trips from Lake Malawi
We take you straight to the best-rated tour on GetYourGuide, with its reviews and dates.
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When to travel to Lake Malawi
The months with the fewest warnings to travel to Lake Malawi are from April to November.
- Jan with warnings
- Feb with warnings
- Mar with warnings
- Apr no warnings
- May no warnings
- Jun no warnings
- Jul no warnings
- Aug no warnings
- Sep no warnings
- Oct no warnings
- Nov no warnings
- Dec with warnings
- from December to March
Rainy season
From December to March it rains heavily and some roads are cut off.
What to do: The best time is May to October.
Where and what to eat
To eat like a local: a local restaurant or one by the lake. The dishes you can’t miss are in the Malawi guide.
Frequently asked questions about Lake Malawi
What to see at Lake Malawi?
Nkhata Bay, Likoma, Senga Bay, Kayaking and Snorkelling.
What to see at Lake Malawi in one day?
Don’t miss Nkhata Bay, Likoma, Senga Bay, Kayaking and Snorkelling. To split it into days and areas without crossing the city back and forth, the Bagintravel app plans your trip in a minute.
What’s the best time to travel to Lake Malawi?
The months with the fewest warnings to travel to Lake Malawi are from April to November.
What day trips can you take from Lake Malawi?
Lake Malawi.
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Guide reviewed 18 October 2026. Places, areas and seasons: the same data the Bagintravel app uses. Sources and method.