Liwonde National Park

One of Malawi’s premier safari destinations, Liwonde is a wildlife revival story. Once depleted, it’s now thriving with elephants, hippos, and even reintroduced lions and cheetahs. The Shire River is the park’s lifeline—glide past crocs and buffalo on a boat safari, or track rare birds on foot. With fewer crowds than famous parks, Liwonde offers an intimate, raw safari experience.

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Liwonde National Park offers a captivating journey through Malawi’s heart. Here, the majestic Shire River flows through diverse landscapes of riverine forests, vast floodplains, and acacia woodlands. Encounter large herds of elephants, observe elusive black rhinos, and spot hippos and crocodiles in their natural habitat. This extraordinary ecosystem is also a birdwatcher’s paradise, with over 400 species, including the rare Pel’s fishing owl and Lillian’s lovebird.