Planning a walk on Mulanje

How do I get there?

Mulanje is roughly a two-hour drive from Blantyre, the nearest city with an airport. Edgison can arrange the transport from there.

When is the best time to walk?

Edgison guides throughout most of the year. The drier months give the best weather and trail conditions. In the rainy season some trails become slippery and difficult, so he asks visitors to take extra care and to talk to him before fixing dates.

How hard is it?

The plain sits at 600–700 m and the plateau at 1,800–2,200 m, so the climb up the escarpment is steep and continuous. Sapitwa is 3,002 m.

Where do I sleep?

Forestry huts on the plateau, or camping at spots such as Malosa pool. Edgison books the huts for you.

Are park and hut fees included?

Full board: Park fees, hut fees, porter fees and meals are included. Self-catering: Park fees, hut fees and porter fees are not included, and you bring your own food.

What about porters?

Porters carry the loads up to the plateau. Edgison arranges them, and their fee is part of a full-board trip.

What does Edgison arrange?

He arranges porters, hut bookings on the plateau, park fees and transport from Blantyre, depending on the trip you choose. He will also tell you what has to be sorted out before you arrive.

How do I pay?

Cash or bank transfer.

What should I bring?

Edgison advises you on kit once he knows the route and the season, so you are not carrying the wrong things up a 2,000 m escarpment.

Prices and what is included are on the hiking page.