Manchewe Waterfalls Travel Guide: Top Sights in Malawi, Tours &

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Manchewe Waterfalls- Travel Tips What to See, How to Plan & Tours: Natural Scenery; Malawi; 5 Reviews

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Suggested Duration: 2 hours

Manchewe Falls, soaring to 125 meters and nestled within the lush rainforest of Livingstonia, stands as Malawi's highest waterfall. Positioned approximately 4 kilometers from the town of Livingstonia towards Lake Malawi, this majestic cascade offers a blend of natural splendor and historical significance. Over a century ago, locals sought refuge in the caves behind the falls to evade slave traders, adding a poignant layer to its allure. The entrance fee to experience this stunning site is MK500 per person, making it an accessible and memorable addition to any traveler's itinerary.

Operators offering tours in Malawi

Attractions in Livingstonia

Livingstonia Mission

4.6

Livingstonia Museum

4.6

Mushroom Farm

4.6

Reviews of Manchewe Waterfalls

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5
Reviewed: 2024-10-09

Impressive and a must see when in the area. We stayed at the nearby Mushroom Farm Eco Lodge (which was wonderful) and hiked down to the waterfall. Such a beautiful area with breathtaking views.
Georaine Phiri

5
Reviewed: 2024-09-14

Breathtaking,the view is to die for.Makes you feel closer to nature.It’s a must go kind of place.
Katie Germann

5
Reviewed: 2023-07-09

Beautiful falls. If you drive to the spot where it looks like there is a road to turn off on, stop and there will be local guides who will let you park and walk you to the view point for 1,000 kwacha per person. There are 2 close viewing points that take a 5 minute walk to get to (easy/moderate difficulty). We did not have time to explore the rest of the falls since we arrive at dusk, but they were beautiful! The road to get to the falls was doable with a small car during dry season but rocky.
Ann-Sofie Puggaard

5
Reviewed: 2022-09-22

Beautiful place. Malawi’s highest waterfall. Make sure to walk all the way down to see the waterfalls from the bottom and visit the cave as well!
Maggie Ngwira

5
Reviewed: 2021-05-25

Manchewe Falls up Livingstonia in Rumphi is a must visit. It's breathtaking yet so underrated 😞 Either you walk/hike or drive (by 4x4, would be appropriate as the road is bumpy with sharp curves up the mountain) up there, you will have an epic views.