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Malawi - Country Information ‘The warm heart of Africa’ is how many travellers describe this welcoming corner of the continent. The idyllic climate and undulating scenery offer the perfect backdrop for the serene waters of the great Lake Malawi and for the exploration of enthralling local cultures. Malawi volunteer work - view volunteer projets currently available in Malawi Malawi Photos Photographs of Malawi.   Malawi Visas Visas are not required by Commonwealth citizens, the United States and most European nations (except Switzerland). Visas are limited to 30 days, but extensions are obtainable. Malawi Health, Vaccinations, HIV/AIDS & Drinking Water Malaria - Malaria prophylactics recommended by your personal physician are necessary. As well as insect repellent and covering yourself up with long trousers and light cotton long-sleeved shirts in the evenings. Be cautions of Malaria in Mozambique all year round. Vaccinations - Hepatitis A, Polio, Typhoid Vaccination against yellow fever is mandatory if travelling from an infected area, and recommended even if you are not. Be sure to have your vaccination record of yellow fever with you when you arrive. HIV/AIDS - HIV/AIDS is a risk and it is recommended that you take all the necessary precautions. It is not necessary to drink bottled water in Malawi. Malawi Safety The best advice is for you to be a well-informed traveller and that you adequately prepare yourself for your travel experience. African Impact offers 24-hour ground support for all our volunteers, and our coordinators will advise you on how best to integrate yourself into your country and your programme. Please see our safety guidelines for more information or contact us if you have any specific questions about travel safety in Malawi. Malawi Weather & Climate Summer: Malawi’s Southern lowlands are very hot with high humidity levels. The rest of Malawi, and particularly the areas near Lake Malawi offer great weather, with warm sunshine and cool off-lake breezes. Rainy Season: November - March is the time of year for sporadic afternoon showers. Malawi Travel Highlights Malawi is famous for the vast fresh waters of Lake Malawi and the mesmerising array of tropical fish that make their home in the depths. Local fishermen in their dugout canoes paddle languidly from island to island. The tranquil waters also offer unmatched snorkelling. To the north of the country tropical highlands and stunning wildlife make way for the borders of Tanzania and the plains of the Serengeti. Chambe in the South is home to Mt Mulanji, which offers stunning views of surrounding tea and coffee plantations. Volunteer in Malawi Malawi volunteer projects - view Afican Impact's volunteer projets currently available in Malawi       print this page | bookmark this page (CTRL-D) | send to a friend back to top