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    • filter_dramaUnderstand
      The capital of [wiki=70965feb0441ff7fc1982fc5c509136e]Malawi[/wiki], Lilongwe has a population of circa 902,388. It's a very green city, to the extent that sometimes you wonder if there is a city centre at all as buildings in the new town at least are divided by patches of grassy land and trees.
      • Orientation

        Lilongwe is divided into the Old Town (to the South) and the New Town (to the North) with the Lilongwe Nature Sanctuary between the two. The Old Town is built around the former village of Lilongwe, while the New Town (also called City Centre or Capital City) sprung up after first president Dr. Hastings Banda moved the capital from [wiki=793b421480b548e9455b1106ddb3fb77]Zomba[/wiki] to Lilongwe. The quality of the roads is excellent compared to countries like Kenya and traffic doesn't tend to be too much of a problem at all.

    • filter_dramaGet in
      • By plane

        Lilongwe's Kamuzu International Airport (LLW) fields regular flights to [wiki=33416c1d32d3c19771d09bf215c7b514]Johannesburg[/wiki], [wiki=6c835e2e190196b7fe9d8255be6bbcb4]Addis Ababa[/wiki], [wiki=fc9389801935ab6476b93373f658e705]Nairobi[/wiki] and domestic services to [wiki=be865914e58d6c1e69c1923efa083ffa]Blantyre[/wiki] on Air Malawi and Swiftair [url=http://www.swiftairmalawi.com]]operates domestic schedules on Boeing 737 between Lilongwe and Blantyre and Regional flights to Johannesburg. Fastjet [url=http://www.fastjet.com[/url]], a low-cost airline based in [[Tanzania[/url]] also flies to Lilongwe twice a week, on Mondays and Fridays, from its hub in [wiki=cde2d5e4d7c441ee80fcd3d7b328bebf]Dar es Salaam[/wiki], where you can connect to its other Tanzanian domestic and international services.

        For neighboring Zambia, there are flights both to capital [wiki=c9e26aa604ddee6234c920e6d006ca8b]Lusaka[/wiki] and safari destination [wiki=56ec6574c0754790afbc43cbc9b39ba3]Mfuwe[/wiki] through the two main Air Charter companies (Nyassa Air Taxi [http://www.nyassa.mw] & Executive Air Charters). There is no airport fee. The fee is apparently now included in the airline ticket.

        The airport is about a 30/40 minute drive north of town and the taxis charge around K4500 (US$20) for the journey from Old Town (presuming you're staying in one of the lodges). This can decrease if you get the taxi from Capital City.

      • By car

        Lilongwe is about 110 kilometers from [wiki=33ea9db812f4a4df18c5997687d9b8d2]Mchinji[/wiki] on the [wiki=b0aa0804e676a38255af4fd70236af7c]Zambia[/wiki]n border. Taxis are expensive (around $50, depending on your bargaining skills), but you can use a minibus or open back truck (matola) for MK500/600.

    • filter_dramaGet around
      The town is very spread out so getting around can be a bit of a chore. You can pick up taxis from the Lilongwe Hotel (in the Old Town) and the Capital Hotel (in the Capital City). If you're feeling adventurous, you can take a minibus. It's very cheap, but you will be getting very familiar with your fellow passengers. There are several routes you can take, including one that goes from the large blue bank in the new town and drops you off in the heart of the old town, next to Shoprite surpermarket.
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      Lilongwe wildlife centre: on the opposite side of the road to the old nature sanctuary. Its back down towards old town by the bridge over the river, look out for the sign. Its a wildlife rescue and rehabilitation centre that provides a tour of the rescued animals. Self guided hiking trails wind throughout the property. Volunteer opportunities are available [http://www.lilongwewildlife.org/].

      At Kumbali Cultural Centre [tel: 0999-933-252] see the traditional Malawian dancing and traditional Malawian drumming. Includes live acoustic Malawian music and traditional Malawian dinner.
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      Best place to learn golf, very cheap compared to western prices with an excellent 18 hole course. Challenging for even pros.

      *Best place to work with young Malawians. Volunteer as a teacher, sports coach or builder. It is free to volunteer with Building Malawi.
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      If you're interested in volunteering with animals,the LSPCA (Lilongwe Society for the Protection & Care of Animals) [http://www.lilongwespca.org] takes volunteers from various backgrounds including veterinary, IT, marketing and animal care/management.

      The volunteer programme is an affordable with a minimal commitment of 2 weeks required. With a shortage of vets available to the majority of Lilongwe's residents, the LSPCA undertakes vital work in Lilongwe in helping to promote higher animal welfare standards of domestic and farm animals.

      As a volunteer, your work would include visiting local schools to educate them about the importance of animal health and care, community vaccination clinics (rabies and Newcastle disease), spay and neuter clinics, and farm day clinics.
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      Old Town Mall. Off Chilambula on the left just as you're driving away from the Lilongwe Sunbird. Catering mostly to the tourist, expat, and wealthy Malawian community, Old Town Mall offers two art and craft galleries, a DVD rental shop, grocery store catering - lightly - to expat tastes with imported food and wine and a book store. Serendipity Cafe and Mamma Mia's Italian Restaurant (see below) are located here as well.

      * Crossroads Complex, Mchinji Roundabout. With a couple of decent gift shops, a post office, a petrol station, pharmacy, an Indian grocery, ATMs and a couple of fast food joints - South African brands Steers (burgers) and Pizza Inn. Cappucino's coffee shop and cafe is here too - with good breakfast and lunch and iced coffee.

      * 7-Eleven. No relation to the American outfit, this is just a popular supermarket (complete with in-house butchery and bakery) that stocks a wide range of products local and imported.

      * Shoprite. South African chain supermarket, smack dab in the center of town and pretty hard to miss. Most of the tourists passing through town will stop here to stock up. The forex in the same complex has closed so you'll need to cross the street and use the one in the mall (don't bother with the guys on the sidewalk). The Nando's Chicken has closed down and is now 'The Grill House' however once inside is like for like to Nando's - including menu and sauces. There is also a nice, relatively cheap Chicken Inn, which sells ice cream.

      * Game. South African chain supermarket opposite Shoprite, newly opened. Stocks little food - a shop for hardware, toys, sport equipment etc. Expensive, but is the only place to buy certain objects - tents for example.

      * Foodworths. Another popular supermarket with a rather impressive produce spread, sandwiches and other ready-made snacks, biltong, a full bakery, and a nice assortment of meats, dairy, other basic foods, and wine. Very expat. In the same complex as a Total petrol station, on Kenyatta b/t Mzimba and Youth Drive.

      * Chipiku. Another popular supermarket selling mostly non-perishables plus fresh fruit, vegetables, meat and dairy items. Locals shop here to stock up in bulk. Cheapest place for imported alcohol, wine and bulk South African cigarettes and imported lines. Near the corner of Chilambula and Mzimba. A New Chipiku branch has opened in the Game complex.

      * Kapani. Another popular supermarket. Most of the lodges and restaurants purchase direct from here. Largest meat manufacturer in the country. Also selling other perishables plus dairy items. Low prices and open to the general public. In Kanengo on the M1 before the Salima turnoff going out of town.
    • filter_dramaEat
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        There are many local cafes, especially in Area 2, serving cheap meals such as rice/chicke/nsmia/beef.

        Shoprite and Spar also have deli counters with hot food, sandwiches and a bakery.

        * Sana Opposite Diplomats pub, sells meals such as curry, pizza, burgers, etc. Good quality for price.
        * Chicken Inn Next to Shoprite. Like KFC and suprisingly very good quality. Good chips, and sells ice cream.

      • Mid-range

        Bohemia Cafe, along the road from Don Brioni's. Open for breakfast and lunch. Light meals (breakfast, toasted sandwiches, baked potato, quiche), fresh fruit juice, very good tea and coffee and great cakes. About $5 for for a sandwich, a cup of tea and a cake.
        * Korea Garden Lodge, 5 minutes walk from Mabuya Camp, Mufusa Lodge or old town. Hotel serving Korean food in the restaurant. Mixed reviews.
        * Kiboko Town Restuarant, Newly reopened with new design, menu and bar. A very good, reasonably priced place to eat. Play area for the children and good bar too. Regular live acoustic music is played here too. Good place to interact with guests and meet local expats.
        * Four Seasons, in new town, is a lovely set of restaurants and small shops set in beautifully kept gardens. An excellent Indian restaurant called Blue Ginger with prices ranging from around 1500-2200 kwacha for curries, there is also another restaurant offering pastas, salads and steaks all reasonably priced. You'll probably need to drive, its located just near the Capital Sunbird Hotel in the Government District. But well worth the trip - there's also a great bar serving some lethal cocktails!
        * Spur, Newly opened South African chain restuarant. Sells steaks, burgers etc. Sells good ice cream, milkshakes and soda floats too! Muslim run - so no pork is served.
        * Chilli Peppers, An Italian/Mexican themed restuarant up the road past Sunbird Lilongwe in Old Town. Very good place, about MK1500-2000 for a main meal. Nachos, fajita's and the pizza's are all good dishes. Pasta and meat dishes not their speciality, but they do it well.
        * Game complex, Behind the Galito's, Creamy Inn and Pizza Inn complex is Papaya. A nice day time cafe with milkshakes, smoothies and tea/coffee. Sells nachos, wraps and other light bites.
        * Crossroads complex, Here there is the South African fast food chain Steers (burgers, chips) and Pizza Inn. There's also Cappucino's - a good small cafe offering day time meals and good breakfasts. Plenty of tea, coffee and iced coffee too.
        * Country Lodge, 5 minute drive from Mabuya Camp. Offers very good Indian and Chinese food. You can also ring up, place and order and have a takeaway (picking it up yourself mind you).
        * Noble China, On the first turn off after Sunbird Lilongwe in Old Town. Sells good quality Chinese food. Idea is to order different meals and share - the centre of the table rotates around in order to easily swap dishes around.

      • Splurge

        Mamma Mia, Old Town Mall. Lilongwe's fanciest Italian restaurant, much favored by the expat community so reservations strongly advised on weekends. Real Italian pizza, pasta and more, but expect to pay over K2000/head (US$20) for a full meal with a glass of wine, and food quality is a little uneven.

        * Don Brioni's Bistro, next to the Old Town post office. Serving pizza, pasta, steaks and daily specials. Good food in generous quantities. $10 for a main dish.

        * Blue Ginger, situated within Pacific Parade shopping complex, Area 10. Considered the best Indian in Lilongwe.

        * Fantasia , a bit up the street from Kiboko this bar and restaurant that is run by a Korean family serves a mix of authentic Korean food amd some western favourites. Expect to pay $10 for main dishes and don't skip the wonderful Kimchi.

        * Game complex, Next to Game there's South African chains off Galito's (similar to Nando's), Creamy Inn (ice cream, milkshakes, waffles etc.) and Pizza Inn (with buy one get one free on Tuesday's). All located in the same building. Merely a splurge because it's hard to resist the lure of an ice cream or milkshake after your meal. Around MK2000-2500 per person, Galito's being the cheapest.

        If you're not feeling eating out, there's also a pizza delivery service run from Debonairs at Crossroads. 0991630464/0993810397. Between MK900 for small to MK2400 for large pizzas. Also offer hot subs. Minimum delivery is normally MK4400.

    • filter_dramaDrink
      Drinking is a lot of locals favourite past times, most are friendly however girls should be wary of over-protective Malawian men!

      The only beer brewed in Malawi (bar Chibuku - a grainy, sand like beer coming in cartons!) is Carlsberg. Carlsberg is very local (brewed in Blantyre) and comes either normal (known as a 'Green') or Special Brew, Classic, Stout, Elephant or Light. You can also buy 'Kuche Kuche' - still brewed by Carlsberg but coming in a bigger bottle, less percentage and aimed more for tourists. Glass bottles come in a deposit form in Malawi (so expect to pay MK25 extra per bottle, unless you return some). It is possible to buy other beers in certain bars and clubs - for example Castle, Carling Black Label, Kronenbourg and Heinekin. However these are more expensive. Ciders and wines also are available but are imported and more expensive.

      Malawi also has it's own spirits - notably Malawi Vodka, Malawi Gin (suprisingly this is very good quality gin!), Malawi Rum, Gold Label Brandy or the upmarket Premium Brandy and the cane spirit Powers. These are all cheap spirits per bottle, Powers and Gold Label Brandy normally MK600 a bottle. Mixing with the sugary, very tasty Fanta always works and you see many locals doing this! The Vodka, Gin and Powers can also all be bought in 30ml sachet forms.

      Harry's Bar, in the old town, is a good place to have a drink and a burger during the day or to slam Malawi gin and tonic with an energetic local and expat crowd on weekend nights. More of a pre-drink place.

      *Alexsander's Bar Around 10 minutes from the downtown by Taxi. This bar used to be the hangout place of the Lilongwe white collar's and expatriates. The bar lies in the ground floor of a building that owned by a Malawi born westerner. This place can be a choice if you want to avoid the crowd and relax.
      *The locals place to be on Fridays and Saturdays. Not the best looked after place in town but guaranteed good music and excellent atmosphere. If the dance floor gets too much there is always the open air area outside where you are always bound to end up talking to a few locals and expats - there's a Braii there too. Entry fee MK500 at weekends. Only place open late on weekdays too - in the smaller side on bar.
      * Recently reopened under Lonely Planet. Not the most popular place now, still holds the famous 'Lollipop' club night every couple of months - not to be missed! Serves food at night too.
      *Chameleon's is a Mzungu (White) owned bar in Lilongwe, run by a Scotsman. You will find more white expatriates in this place. The atmosphere is not very African but you can always guarantee an excellent atmosphere during the week to wind down with a cold green. Drinks and food are available. Friday nights and Sunday afternoons are the busiest time. Don't miss the live Jazz Jam sessions every Sunday afternoon.
      * Zanzibar Nightclub, Known locally as 'Zanzi'. The major nightclub in Lilongwe. Packed every Friday and Saturday night. Normally MK500 entry however this can raise on special events such as music concerts (have featured artists such as the Black Missionnaries and Naeto C.) Be very wary of money, wallets, bags and cameras in this place - lots of pick pocketing has been reported.
      * The Shack, The place to be on Wednesday nights with lots of locals and expats coming every week. Busy only on Wednesdays, free entry too. If you come early (6pm +) you can watch the weekly volleyball league teams play. You can even join one if you get talking. Good place but dies down about 2am. Very sociable place to be.
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        Mabuya Camp, to the south of the Old Town, tel. 01754978 / +265 (0)9 746 239 /+265 (0)9 664 651, mabuyacamp@gmail.com, [http://www.mabuyacamp.com]. Camping, A-frames, chalets and dorms. Also has a lively bar, with it's Malawi-renowned parties - whether organised or not! Also has a pool table, restuarant, BBQ areas and good swimming pool. Popular with expats too. The owners have a fantastic knowledge of Africa, having driven through most of it. Formerly run by and named Kiboko Camp. Follow the Glynn Jones Rd along the golf club and take a left at the roundabout, it will show up immediately ar your right.

        * Lilongwe Golf club (camping only), off Glynn Jones Rd, the campsite is not very busy and you might be the only guest there, but it works out a bit cheaper than a room.

      • Mid-range

        Kiboko Town Hotel, in the centre of the Old Town, above Don Brioni's Bistro, tel. +265 (0)1 751 226 / (0)9 838 485, KTH@kiboko-safaris.com, [url=http://www.kiboko-safaris.com].] Has its own cafe and a residents-only bar. Used to be the Imperial Hotel. Clean, pleasant and friendly, in a very convenient location. They also run good-value safaris to South Luangwa National Park in Zambia. $45-$75 (all are en-suite, more expensive rooms have a bath and TV). They have a very good restuarant and bar too.

        * Korea Garden Lodge [url=http://www.kglodge.net[/url]]offers a comfortable and relaxing setting close to downtown Lilongwe but in a quiet residential area. Swimming pool, television, rooms ranging from budget dorm-style to more luxuriant and private. Around USD30 for a double with shared bathroom, USD55 for one with ensuite (July 2013). The wifi they give you is very slow. At this moment it's better to use the KGL-ZyXEL network with WPA-code: kglogde1 (yes, with the typo).

        * Mufasa Lodge (tel +265 9071665)[http://mufasamalawi.com/backpacker-lodges-accommodation/lilongwe[/url] Recently moved from the top floor of "The Huts" Indian restaurant - they are now located 5 minutes walk from Old Town. They offer accommodation from cheap dormitories to more expensive self contained double rooms, breakfast inclusive. From US$ 9 for a bunk-bed in a shared dormitory room, over $30 and up for a room with private bathroom. They currently have an outside bar, hopefully building a roof for rainy season. Seems to be a little less private than other camps, having an open gate policy. Still a good pre drinking bar for going out and meeting people.

      • Splurge

        Madidi Lodge, Area 9, near the Crossroads Complex, Mchinji Roundabout, tel. +265-1752-661 +265-888-607-169, [url=http://www.madidilodge.com],]info@madidilodge.com. Located in a quiet safe area on walking distance from 2 malls and is easily accessible from the business centre of town. The lodge has 13 rooms, a lovely courtyard, a pool, a gym, a restaurant and a bar. The hotel serves all meals and snacks all day, very tasty food. The staff is very friendly and helpful, the lodge has a very nice feel to it. The rooms are at different price ranges from US$20 backpackers to the spacious executive rooms for US$ 98 single/US$139 double.
        *Cresta Crossroads Hotel, Crossroads Complex, Mchinji Roundabout, tel. +265-175-0333, [url=http://www.cresta-hospitality.com[/url].] Opened December 2004, this four-star hotel operated by a South African chain offers modern if somewhat uninspiring comfort. Pool, jacuzzi, gym, speedy wireless Internet and a shopping mall next door. Single/double from US$120/140.
        * Capital Hotel, [http://www.sunbirdmalawi.com/capital_hotel/capital_hotel.htm[/url]. Also uninspiring but comfortable with very similar facilities to Cresta Crossroads Hotel. En-suite double rooms from $110. The hotel does serve pretty good food, the peri peri chicken burger is particularly good, and also there is a small sportsbar. The experience here depends on the day, some of the staff are absolutely fabulous, but some can be a little distracted and inattentive. Do make sure you go for a superior room, the standard ones aren't great.
        * Woodlands Lilongwe, Youth Drive, City Centre, Lilongwe. Tel.+265 111 630595, www.woodlandslilongwe.com. Located in a nature reserve in the heart of the capital city, Lilongwe are 10 secluded and luxurious river fronted chalets with a restaurant, bar and a campsite. All the chalets are air-conditioned and en-suite with walk-in showers. DSTV, Beverage station and safe deposit boxes. The hotel has a coffee and snack bar serving light meals and snacks all day. A sparkling swimming pool and extensive gardens with prolific birdlife and other wildlife make this an ideal choice. Wifi access at a small fee and ample parking. Single is $100 and double $135. The campsite rates are $12 per person per night.

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    • filter_dramaStay safe
      Transport is not always easy to get at late hours of the night so always make sure you have means of transport to getting back to where you're staying. Taxis are available. Lilongwe is said to be unsafe at night so don't walk alone after dark.
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      [wiki=aa9ad2d55cf144867b2ddd101d2085a3]Cape Maclear[/wiki], a laid-back village on the south end of Lake Malawi.

      * [wiki=293c4422e08e98e23a1d258a7ba4adbe]Salima[/wiki], the easiest entry point to Lake Malawi, 1-2 hours away. Nice resorts (including Livingstonia Beach Resort) available with gorgeous beaches. A signposted turn off 3 km before Salima beckons travelers to Kuti Wildlife Park with camp sites,A frame chalets, bar/braii facilities, Small restaurant,game drives and walks, Animals found in the park include sable, nyala, zebra, wildebeest, ostrich, giraffe and waterbuck. At night civets, genets, servals and aardvarks may be spotted. A great spot for birding too! If you plan to go during rainy season, be sure to take a 4x4 just in case. Fore more info telephone 09563004 or 05236672.

      * [wiki=0bdf4947d9b148002641e2e0e1117edf]Chipata[/wiki], the eastern gateway to Zambia, 1-2 hours away

      * [wiki=094c320c39d365221218eeb93e5d800f]South Luangwa National Park[/wiki] - a fantastic wildlife reserve in [wiki=b0aa0804e676a38255af4fd70236af7c]Zambia[/wiki]. Kiboko Safaris (see Kiboko Town Hotel in Sleep section of this page) and possibly a few others run roundtrip excursions to the park, and with advance notice can arrange visa waivers. The park is great, and this is an easy way to see it if you've got time for a sidetrip.

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