The Zomba Plateau is a highland region located in central southern Malawi, near to the historic former colonial capital of Zomba.
The plateau is actually a large flat mountaintop, which is criss-crossed by streams, tumbling waterfalls and still lakes. At 1,800 metres high, Zomba has a unique high altitude tropical micro-climate and the views from the top are magnificent, once described as 'the best in the British Empire'. Wildlife here includes leopard, although sightings are rare.
Key info
- Ideal for viewing: augur buzzard, leopard, long-crested eagle, mountain wagtail, Bertram’s weaver
- Where: Zomba District, Malawi
