Lake Malawi is Africa's third largest freshwater lake, located in Malawi, Mozambique and Tanzania. It is 580 km long and 75 km wide. Its waters are crystal clear and it is surrounded by rocky shores, forested mountain slopes, small lakes, lagoons and reed tuffs.

It has been declared a UNESCO World Natural Heritage Site, especially for its greatest variety of tropical freshwater fish. Of the cichlid group alone, 500 different species can be seen. Manta rays and vervets, hippos and wild boars, leopards, crocodiles and striped water baboons are also found. Of the birds, the white-breasted cormorant is interesting, nesting on some of the islands in Lake Malawi. An unforgettable ride in Lake Malawi is by local boat. The weather from April to October is best for visiting. The nearest town is Salima, 20 km away.

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