Nyika National Park Travel Guide: Top Sights in Malawi, Tours &

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Nyika National Park- Travel Tips What to See, How to Plan & Tours: Natural Scenery; Malawi; 5 Reviews

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Suggested Duration: 72 hours

Nyika National Park, Malawi's largest protected area, spans 3,200 square kilometers on the Nyika Plateau in the north, approximately 480 kilometers from Lilongwe. This expansive sanctuary features a striking variety of landscapes, from vast grasslands and cloud-covered peaks to diverse woodlands, all accessible via a rugged dirt road. The park's high altitude promotes rich biodiversity, including over 200 orchid species and a colorful array of wildflowers, particularly abundant during the rainy season from January to April. Nyika's diverse ecosystems, ranging from escarpments to Brachystegia woodlands, make it ideal for outdoor activities like trekking, mountain biking, and 4x4 safaris. Wildlife enthusiasts will find numerous antelope species, zebras, elusive leopards, elephants, and over 400 bird species. Attractions include Chisanga Falls, ancient rock shelters, and a "magic lake," with accommodations such as Chelinda Camp and a log cabin lodge. Situated near Vwaza Marsh Game Reserve and the Zambian side of Nyika, the park offers extensive wildlife viewing opportunities.

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Reviews of Nyika National Park

Mervis Mwai Maigwa

5
Reviewed: 2022-12-20

The biggest park in Malawi, and obviously the best. You don't want to miss this while in Malawi. Use a 4×4 Car...
Yi-Hsuan

5
Reviewed: 2022-07-21

It was really nice, we saw zebras, various kind of antelopes, hare, owls, monkeys and some different animals on the plateau. The lodge and the tour is all pretty nice. We tried the walking tour, car tour and bike tour, all are really worth it. Hope to came again.
Kay de Silva

5
Reviewed: 2021-12-29

We camped at the Chelinda campsite. It was incredible, Watson our camp host was fantastic and our walking guide was so knowledgeable on the area. I loved camping here and would recommend it highly and come again. Staff on site and at the reception were fantastic. It was nice to have a shaded camp spot with picnic table. Hot showers and clean toilets. Camp fire was kept alight for us as we needed. We saw lots of Zebra, Reed buck, Bush buck, hyena stalking at night, lots or different birds, variety of flowers!!! Would have loved to have more time to explore the different view points in the park. 2 days was good but if you want to explore more consider 3 or 4.
Yu Chun Ma

5
Reviewed: 2019-10-16

Please don’t try the bike tour if you don’t have a good stamina. The road is so bad that you will need to walk your bike across the plateau (although an unforgettable experience). Will recommend the game drive !
Brian Kumangirana

5
Reviewed: 2018-07-14

The environment and surrounding is amazing! The location offers fresh air, a wide variety of animals to view and a very comforting tour. The cuisine was good (at least it offers variety of lean meat for those looking on eating healthy) Safe environment and a good place to take your children for some wildlife education! Did I mention they also have elephants which are easily spotted?? Hahaha Unfortunately my camera died whilst I was on the tour of the park area. Next time I visit the location I will definitely add more photos to the collection for those who find the images interesting. For further tours and insight, follow my Instagram @brendon_kumangirana