Things to do in Nyika National Park
Discover the best attractions and experiences Nyika National Park has to offer
Historic Monuments
Nyika is best known for its landscapes and wildlife rather than historic sites, but the surrounding region holds colonial-era trails and notes of early exploration.
Coming Soon!
We're currently working on adding historic monuments recommendations for Nyika National Park. Check back soon for curated suggestions in this category.
Museums
The area around Nyika National Park has few dedicated museums; visitors usually focus on nature-based experiences.
Coming Soon!
We're currently working on adding museums recommendations for Nyika National Park. Check back soon for curated suggestions in this category.
Religious Monuments
The region around Nyika doesn't feature famous religious monuments within the park; nearby towns have simple churches.
Coming Soon!
We're currently working on adding religious monuments recommendations for Nyika National Park. Check back soon for curated suggestions in this category.
National & Theme Parks
Nyika National Park is Malawi’s premier highland park, offering vast grasslands and scenic viewpoints.
Nyika National Park
Malawi’s largest national park, famed for its montane grasslands, wildlife and dramatic scenery.
Nyika Plateau viewpoints
Panoramic lookouts across the plateau offering sweeping vistas to the valley below.
Chelinda Lodge
Remote lodge inside Nyika National Park serving as a base for safaris and nature walks.
Neighborhoods
Within and around Nyika National Park, small settlements and rural communities offer a glimpse into local life.
Coming Soon!
We're currently working on adding neighborhoods recommendations for Nyika National Park. Check back soon for curated suggestions in this category.
Free Things to Do
Many of Nyika’s best experiences are nature-based and free of charge once you’re in the park.
Sunrise on the Nyika Plateau
Watch the dawn light up the rolling grasslands from a high viewpoint.
Birdwatching on the grasslands
Spot savannah birds and raptors during a guided or self-guided walk.
Stargazing under Malawian skies
Clear nights make for brilliant stargazing above the plateau.
Gastronomy
Lodges around Nyika offer Malawian cuisine with local ingredients and mountain-inspired menus.
Malawian nsima with relish
Traditional maize meal served with local sides and stews.
Chambo and other lake fish dishes
Fresh, simple preparations featuring Malawi’s lake fish.
Lodge dining experiences
Evening meals featuring regional and seasonal dishes.
Nightlife
Evenings in Nyika are typically quiet, with lodge dining and campfire sessions as the main options.
Coming Soon!
We're currently working on adding nightlife recommendations for Nyika National Park. Check back soon for curated suggestions in this category.
Entertainment
Most entertainment is natural: wildlife watching and storytelling around campfires at lodges.
Coming Soon!
We're currently working on adding entertainment recommendations for Nyika National Park. Check back soon for curated suggestions in this category.
Sports
Active travelers can explore the plateau through guided walks and wildlife safaris.
Guided game drives in 4x4 vehicles
Morning and afternoon drives to spot plains species and scenery.
Guided nature walks
Ranger-led walks across the Nyika Plateau to learn flora and fauna.
Birdwatching safaris
Dedicated safaris to observe highland birds and raptors.
Off the Track
For explorers, Nyika offers off-the-beaten-path experiences guided by park rangers and lodge staff.
Scenic photo walks on the plateau
Capture the vast grasslands and cloud-wreathed hills.
Adventure drives to remote viewpoints
Less-visited routes to soak in panoramic scenery.