Mount Mulanje Travel Guide: Top Sights in Malawi, Tours & Travel

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

Suggested Duration: 72 hours

Mount Mulanje, located in southern Malawi, is a prominent inselberg with its highest peak, Sapitwa, reaching 3,002 meters, the tallest point in the country. The massif, formed around 130 million years ago, rises sharply from the surrounding plains and is known for its rugged terrain, with peaks over 2,500 meters and deep forested ravines. It is home to a diverse range of endemic plant and animal species, including the endangered Mulanje cypress. Popular for hiking and climbing, the mountain is part of the Mulanje Mountain Forest Reserve, which supports both a timber industry and conservation efforts. The area also has a rich history, with evidence of human settlement dating back to the Middle Stone Age and a mix of indigenous cultures that continue to thrive around the massif.

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Reviews of Mulanje

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3
Reviewed: 2024-04-17

True Dhamma
Tony Elton Msume

5
Reviewed: 2021-03-03

Awesome, beautiful scenery of course, make sure you have enough food for the hiking and wear good gear. You gonna like it, it's an amazing experience hiking with friends...
Ben Van Neste

5
Reviewed: 2020-07-15

AMAZING MOUNTAIN!! There are endless great things I could say about Vincent and Mount Mulanje Tours. Vincent is not simply a remarkable hiking tour guide but an all-around remarkable man. He is kind, patient, gracious, smart, understanding, accommodating, and so helpful. Four of my friends and I found Vincent online and contacted him through his WhatsApp contact info. He replied promptly and helped us with everything we needed prior to starting the trek. He arranged for our transportation when we arrived into Blantyre and was there as soon as we got off the bus. He then took us to a nearby grocery store and worked with us to garner all the food we would bring with us. He gave us all his recommendations but then also gave us freedom to pick out separate items. The transportation to and from the mountain was arranged as well. We did about 4 days on the mountain and it was amazing not having to worry about a single thing. I have done several backpacking treks around the world and I’ve always done it on my own without guides or porters which is how I prefer it but I’d be lying if I said I didn’t absolutely love that Vincent and his team took care of everything. They did 100x times better of a job than I could have done myself. I never had to worry about a single thing. His porters were also incredible people who did more than just carry our bags but became our friends giving us great laughs and memories. Our chef was absolutely incredible. His cooking was amazing for every one of our meals and it became something we will all always remember. If you have any doubt or question about choosing Mount Mulanje Tours for your trip I am telling you right here that this is the best possible choice. They will ensure that this is a stress free trip of a lifetime for you. Thank you, Vincent and crew, for everything you did for us. We miss you and wish you the best!
Temitope Akinola

5
Reviewed: 2019-06-10

It was amazing climbing Mount Mulanje in Malawi. Was told it's next to Kilimanjaro in the rank of highest mountains in Africa. The water fall on its heights is one of its special features. Also the road that leads to Mulanje Massif are filled with beautiful landscapes of tea farms.
Petra Blewett

5
Reviewed: 2019-03-13

One of the most beautiful mountains and hikes in Southern Africa. Mount Mulanje is in Malawi and has different peaks you can climb. The best guide to go up with is a guy called Samuel.