Top choice in Malawi
Between Mulanje and Blantyre, this atmospheric colonial homestead, still run by the founding family, offers accommodation among the emerald-green fields of a Shire Highlands tea estate. Book ahead to stay in one of the five rooms, with their coat stands, claw-footed bathtubs and pervasive mood of calm, and enjoy the excellent restaurant and tea tastings, guided walks and mountain biking.
It's signposted from the M2 just north of Thyolo.
27.93 MILES
Since African Parks took over management of this rugged wilderness on the western bank of the Shire River in 2003, things have really been looking up…
St Michael and All Angels Church
19.83 MILES
This magnificent red-brick Church of Central Africa Presbyterian building was preceded by a simpler structure, built by Scottish missionary Reverend DC…
18.26 MILES
Malawi’s interesting national museum has a few gems, including a royal ceremonial stool dating from the 16th century and a display on Gule Wamkulu dances…
19.47 MILES
Thanks to a Danish foreign minister who visited Malawi during the independence celebrations in 1966 and wasn't too impressed by the beer available, a…
19.44 MILES
This is the oldest building in Malawi, built in 1882 as a home for the managers of the African Lakes Corporation. It’s a quietly grand colonial house,…
Society of Malawi Library & Archive
19.44 MILES
This library in the historic Mandala House contains a vast number of journals, books and photographs, some dating as far back as the 19th century. You…
26.43 MILES
Just inside the reserve gate, this small open-air heritage centre and gift shop features a display of art and craftwork made in and around Majete by local…
18.26 MILES
Malawi’s interesting national museum has a few gems, including a royal ceremonial stool dating from the 16th century and a display on Gule Wamkulu dances…
2. Society of Malawi Library & Archive
19.44 MILES
This library in the historic Mandala House contains a vast number of journals, books and photographs, some dating as far back as the 19th century. You…
19.44 MILES
This is the oldest building in Malawi, built in 1882 as a home for the managers of the African Lakes Corporation. It’s a quietly grand colonial house,…
19.47 MILES
Thanks to a Danish foreign minister who visited Malawi during the independence celebrations in 1966 and wasn't too impressed by the beer available, a…
5. St Michael and All Angels Church
19.83 MILES
This magnificent red-brick Church of Central Africa Presbyterian building was preceded by a simpler structure, built by Scottish missionary Reverend DC…