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Majete Wildlife Reserve is a 72,000 hectare tract of pristine bush in the southern region of Malawi, 1.5 hour’s drive from Blantyre. https://visitmajete.org/

Boasting an abundance of wildlife, Majete has become Malawi’s only Big Five reserve. Majete Wildlife Reserve is a 70,000 hectare tract of pristine bush in the southern region of Malawi, one hour’s drive from Blantyre. In 2003 African Parks, in agreement with the Department of National Parks and Wildlife, took over the management of the Reserve. To date, over 142km of fencing has been completed around Majete and its total length is patrolled on a daily basis. In addition, 250km of road network has been constructed. The most significant change which has really seen Majete come back to life is the reintroduction of species previously eradicated by poaching. As of March 2012, 2,554 animals have been reintroduced from thirteen species including elephant, black rhino, leopard, buffalo, eland and sable. It is expected that lion will be introduced in August 2012. This will make Majete one of the only reserves in Malawi where the BIG FIVE can be viewed all year round.

29/10/2026

𝗧𝗛𝗔𝗪𝗔𝗟𝗘 𝗡𝗢𝗩𝗘𝗠𝗕𝗘𝗥 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗗𝗘𝗖𝗘𝗠𝗕𝗘𝗥 𝗦𝗣𝗘𝗖𝗜𝗔𝗟

Escape to the wild this festive season and experience the beauty of Majete at Thawale Camp. Whether you're looking for a relaxing getaway, incredible wildlife encounters, or quality time with family and friends, now is the perfect time to visit.

Enjoy 30% OFF accommodation for Malawi citizens and residents holding a valid TEP throughout November and December.

Book your stay today!

📞 +265 999 521 741
📧 [email protected]
🌐 https://visitmajete.org/book-now/

28/10/2026

𝗠𝗪𝗘𝗠𝗕𝗘𝗭𝗜 𝗚𝗢𝗥𝗚𝗘 𝗕𝗨𝗦𝗛 𝗖𝗔𝗠𝗣 𝗦𝗣𝗘𝗖𝗜𝗔𝗟: 𝗢𝗖𝗧𝗢𝗕𝗘𝗥 - 𝗗𝗘𝗖𝗘𝗠𝗕𝗘𝗥 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲

26/10/2026

𝗛𝗢𝗪 𝗔 𝗠𝗔𝗝𝗘𝗧𝗘 𝗦𝗖𝗛𝗢𝗟𝗔𝗥𝗦𝗛𝗜𝗣 𝗜𝗦 𝗧𝗥𝗔𝗡𝗦𝗙𝗢𝗥𝗠𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗟𝗜𝗩𝗘𝗦

A scholarship from Majete Wildlife Reserve has helped transform the life of Makosa Chibowa, a young man from Kanthema Village in Chikwawa District.

While attending Mfera Community Day Secondary School, Makosa received support through Majete’s scholarship programme. In 2021, he was sponsored to study Information and Communication Technology (ICT) and Computer Repairing at Saniwecka Technical College in Blantyre, gaining practical skills that would shape his future.

Today, Makosa runs his own music recording studio at Dyelatu Trading Centre, earning an income while providing affordable recording services to aspiring musicians. His studio has also become a space where other young people can nurture and develop their talents.

“Majete gave me an opportunity to learn skills that have helped me become self-reliant. Today, I earn an income and provide a space where other young people can develop their talents,” says Makosa.

For Majete Wildlife Reserve, investing in education is about creating opportunities, strengthening communities, and supporting sustainable livelihoods. By helping young people develop skills and build successful futures, the scholarship programme demonstrates how community development can go hand in hand with conservation.

23/10/2026

𝗙𝗨𝗡 𝗙𝗔𝗖𝗧 𝗙𝗥𝗜𝗗𝗔𝗬: 𝗠𝗜𝗚𝗥𝗔𝗧𝗢𝗥𝗬 𝗕𝗜𝗥𝗗𝗦 - 𝗪𝗢𝗢𝗗𝗟𝗔𝗡𝗗𝗦 𝗞𝗜𝗡𝗚𝗙𝗜𝗦𝗛𝗘𝗥

The sounds of a Woodlands Kingfisher are a sure sign that summer is here!

Click here to listen to their bird call credited to Nathalia Serpa, https://xeno-canto.org/1008896

Let us know when you hear your first Woodlands Kingfisher this year!

16/10/2026

𝗙𝗨𝗡 𝗙𝗔𝗖𝗧 𝗙𝗥𝗜𝗗𝗔𝗬: 𝗠𝗜𝗚𝗥𝗔𝗧𝗢𝗥𝗬 𝗕𝗜𝗥𝗗𝗦

Did you know that every year, millions of birds undertake extraordinary migrations across continents, and many are now returning to Africa for the season?

Over the next few weeks, we'll be highlighting some of the key migratory bird species found in Majete, celebrating their remarkable journeys and the vital habitats that support them.

Photo credits: Craig Thomas , Wayne Magnuson, and Josie Adendorff

12/10/2026

🌱 𝗙𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗼 𝗔𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: 𝗚𝗩𝗛 𝗙𝗼𝗺𝗯𝗲 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗙𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗦𝗲𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 🌱

A learning visit to Balaka has inspired Group Village Headman (GVH) Fombe to turn knowledge into action and lead by example in his community.

After seeing how local leaders in Balaka are improving livelihoods through sustainable farming practices, GVH Fombe returned home determined to do the same. Today, he is actively growing maize and making use of irrigation to strengthen his household's food security while encouraging others in his community to follow suit.

💬 “The visit to Balaka has opened my eyes to what we can achieve when we take the initiative. I want my community to understand that we can put food on the table through farming while protecting our wildlife and natural resources,” said GVH Fombe.

With access to a solar-powered irrigation scheme, GVH Fombe is encouraging farmers to take advantage of opportunities that allow them to grow crops beyond the rainy season. This is especially important in Chikwawa, where droughts, floods, and unpredictable rainfall continue to threaten agricultural production. Climate-smart farming and irrigation can help communities become more resilient while improving food security.

💬 “When local leaders lead by example, they inspire their communities to take action. By making good use of available resources, such as solar-powered irrigation schemes, communities can improve food security and reduce pressure on wildlife and natural resources,” said Steve Wemba, Community Development Officer for Majete Wildlife Reserve.

GVH Fombe's journey demonstrates that conservation and community development go hand in hand. When households have sustainable ways to meet their needs, they are better positioned to protect the wildlife and natural resources that support future generations.

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10/10/2026

𝗖𝗔𝗠𝗘𝗥𝗔 𝗧𝗥𝗔𝗣𝗦: 𝗦𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲

This month is a complete Black Rhino festival, with a new calf caught on camera! We hope you enjoy what we have shared and look forward to your comments below.

09/10/2026

🦎 𝗙𝗨𝗡 𝗙𝗔𝗖𝗧 𝗙𝗥𝗜𝗗𝗔𝗬 | 𝗙𝗹𝗮𝗽-𝗻𝗲𝗰𝗸𝗲𝗱 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗺𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗼𝗻 🦎

Think you're good at multitasking? The Flap-necked Chameleon can move each eye independently, watching for danger and dinner at the same time! 👀

🍽️ These fascinating reptiles help keep ecosystems healthy by eating insects like grasshoppers, beetles, flies, and other invertebrates. They are also an important food source for predators such as snakes.

🥚 Female Flap-necked Chameleons lay 10-40 eggs in a hole dug in the soil, and the eggs can take 10-12 months to hatch.

⏳ They typically live for around 5-8 years.

🌳 Found across much of sub-Saharan Africa in woodlands, savannas, forests, and bushy grasslands, these camouflage experts rely on trees and shrubs for shelter, hunting, and protection. When trees are removed, chameleons lose vital habitat, making it harder for them to find food, avoid predators, and reproduce.

Every tree matters, not just for chameleons, but for the countless species that call these habitats home. 💚

📸 Have you ever spotted a chameleon at Majete?

The following video was taken when a Chameleon was saved from a busy mountain pass.

Video credit: Ganaye Domenico

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05/10/2026

💡 𝗕𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗟𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗢𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗔𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱 𝗠𝗮𝗷𝗲𝘁𝗲

For many families living in communities surrounding Majete Wildlife Reserve, access to electricity remains a daily challenge, especially in remote villages. Through partnerships that support local communities, African Parks, in collaboration with Watts of Love, is helping bring clean, reliable solar lighting to households without access to electricity.

So far, 214 solar lights have been distributed through Chiguma CBO in the area of Senior Chief Kunthembwe in Blantyre District, benefiting households in M'bwinja, Dzifunika, Khaoni, Divala, and Apatsa Ankhokwe. An additional 600 solar lights are planned for distribution through Tilitonse and another CBO in Chikwawa District, reaching communities in the area of Senior Chief Chapananga.

But this initiative is about far more than lighting homes. By reducing the need to purchase batteries and torches, families can redirect those savings towards other priorities, including small livestock projects such as raising chickens, goats, and pigs to improve food security and household income.

"These solar lights have brought hope to our communities. Families can now have light in their homes without constantly spending money on batteries," said GVH Dzikupi, Patron of Chiguma CBO.

Caroline Mateme, who coordinates the intervention, highlighted the wider impact of the initiative:

"Providing solar lights is not only about bringing light into homes. It creates opportunities for families to save and invest in their livelihoods. Stronger livelihoods can also strengthen community support for the protection of wildlife and natural resources in Majete."

By improving household lighting while creating opportunities for savings and livelihood investment, this initiative is helping connect community wellbeing with conservation. Together, we are bringing light to homes, strengthening livelihoods, and building a brighter future for communities living alongside Majete's wildlife. 🌍💡🦏

Address

P. O Box
Chikwawa
232

Opening Hours

Monday	06:00 - 18:00
Tuesday	06:00 - 18:00
Wednesday	06:00 - 18:00
Thursday	06:00 - 18:00
Friday	06:00 - 18:00
Saturday	06:00 - 18:00
Sunday	06:00 - 18:00

Telephone

+265999521741

Website

http://visitmajete.org/

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