ESSENTIAL INFORMATION FOR MALAWI
VISAS
No visa required for holidays < 90 days
HEALTH
Malaria tablets are recommended.
Vaccinations usually advised: Diphtheria, Hepatitis A, Tetanus, Typhoid (sometimes also Cholera, Hepatitis B, Rabies, TB)
CURRENCY
Kwacha (MWK) - but tourists use USD Dollar
LANGUAGE
English + Chewa
TIME ZONE
GMT + 2 hours
TRAVEL TIPS
Light aircraft – Luggage should be in soft bags and there is often a weight restriction of 12kg
Safari – Dress in neutral colours and take a warm jacket or fleece for evening and winter game drives. Don’t forget your binoculars and cameras
Plugs  - Type G . Current is 230 volts
Passport – Needs to be valid for 3 months after return date
Tipping – Standard practice in Malawi. As a guide – Waiters 10%, Porters USD1per bag, Guide USD5 per person per day.
Water – It is recommended to drink bottled water