Liwonde National Park: Stunning green landscapes in Malawi, capturing the essence of natural beauty and tranquility.

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Untamed Wilderness Along the Shire River

​Liwonde is a National Park on the rise. Once infamous for the amount of deadly human/wildlife interactions, since 2015 it has undergone something a transformation.

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Why Visit Liwonde National Park?

A Riverside Haven of Wildlife and Conservation

A new force of game rangers has been created who have who used modern technology the protect the broad array of animals found in Liwonde. You will find hippos, elephants, giraffes and antelopes here. And in more recent times, lions, blach rhinos cheetahs have been reintroduced to the park. Bear in mind that sightings of these animals are still rare, as their numbers grow.

Liwonde National Park: A Majestic Elephant Amidst Malawi's Wilderness

Best Times to Visit Liwonde National Park

Year-Round Wilderness Encounters

Liwonde is rewarding in every season, with river safaris and wildlife sightings available throughout the year.

🌀 May to October (Dry Season)

Peak game viewing as animals gather along the Shire River; warm, sunny days with clear visibility.

🌀 November to April (Green Season)

Lush landscapes, spectacular birdwatching, and fewer travellers, though some wildlife disperses deeper into the park.

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Rivers, Wildlife, and the Rhythm of the Wild.

Step into the stories of Liwonde National Park, Malawi’s premier safari destination where the Shire River winds through lush floodplains and thriving wildlife. In this blog section, travellers share encounters with elephants bathing at sunset, hippos wallowing in the shallows, and birdlife filling the skies. Each tale reflects Liwonde’s transformation into a conservation success story and one of southern Africa’s hidden gems.