Viphya Plantations - Mzimba
Running parallel to the magnificent Lake Malawi, the Viphya Mountains rise up from the Viphya Plateau in north-central Malawi. This stunning highland area encompasses forested rolling hills, vast valleys, and rocky peaks. Known for its exceptionally dramatic scenery, this remote area offers visitors a host of wonderful activities including mountain biking, horse riding, trekking, rock climbing, abseiling, canoeing, fishing, and a variety of hiking trails. The mountains provide spectacular views, diverse ecosystem habitats, and abundant wildlife including bush pig, antelope, monkey, duiker and leopard. Visit the Viphya Forest, the largest manmade forest in Africa, explore the area’s towns, and spot a host of bird life. Nature lovers will delight in this scenic mountain landscape.
Where To Stay
Luwawa Forest Lodge
Located within the glorious gardens, Luwawa Forest Lodge has variety of options including family chalets and two storey cottages. Luwawa Forest Lodge pride itself on a high standard of friendly cheerful service, which caters to the needs of all guest including large groups and families. At Luwawa Forest Lodge, you always feel at home as you enjoy the breeze that pass through at dusk and hear the birds at the first light.
Luwawa Forest Lodge is located in a most beautiful part of Malawi which lends itself perfectly to a wide range of outdoor activities.
Things to do in Viphya Plateau
The plateau has many trails ideal for hiking. Your hike may lead you to one of the beautiful rivers or through one of the sloping valleys.
Luwawa Forest Lodge provides a great base for a whole range of activities including rock climbing, cycling, team building exercises, abseiling, trail walking, canoeing, and orienteering.
Horse riding is also available on the plateau. Luwawa Forest Lodge are now offering the option to do the trails on horseback.
If you enjoy the outdoors and appreciate nature, then Viphya will not disappoint.
There is a variety of colourful birdlife including the Scaly Francolin, Olive Woodpecker, and the Red-faced Crimson-wing, as well as antelope such as bushbuck.
Not forgetting the monkeys, which are often seen darting through the trees. As well as an abundance of wildlife there are wildflowers and trees not found anywhere else in Malawi.