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Explore the green heart of the city

A green oasis

Lilongwe Wildlife Centre is a unique haven for both wildlife and people. Spanning 70 hectares of rich forest, this green oasis is the perfect place to escape the city and explore the peace and beauty of nature.

Plan your adventure

Opening times

Wildlife Centre

Every day: 8am-5pm
On 1 January, 25, & 26 December we open late at 11am

Kuwala Gardens café

Monday to Wednesday: 8am-6pm
Thursday & Saturday: 8am-10pm
Friday: 8am-6pm

Entry fees

Citizen
Resident
Intl.
Day entrance
Adult
K1,500
K3,000
K5,000
Child
K750
K1,500
K2,500
Monthly membership*
Adult
K3,000
K6,000
K10,000
Child
K1,500
K3,000
K5,000
Families
K8,000
K17,000
K28,000
Yearly membership*
Adult
K10,000
K25,000
K40,000
Child
K5,000
K12,500
K20,000
Families
K28,000
K70,000
K110,000

* You can find a summary of membership benefits here.

Find us

Address

Entrance on Kenyatta Road, between Old Town and City Centre

Get directions
Contact

T +265 88 1788 999

E centre@lilongwewildlife.org

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Highlights

WILDLIFE SPOTTING

Look out for signage along the trails which will help you identify some of the species that can be seen at Lilongwe Wildlife Centre.

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GET CLOSER TO NATURE

Escape the city and get closer to nature by exploring our visitor attractions, including our elevated forest boardwalk, wildlife sculptures, bird hide, and walking trails.

Visitor guide
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EVENTS AT LILONGWE WILDLIFE CENTRE

Keep an eye on our social media channels for details of our events, which include forest yoga, guided bird walks, community clean-up days, and more!

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FIELD GUIDE TO ADVENTURE

Complete site-specific challenges to earn a certificate and badge! Our activity booklet invites you to slow down and pay attention to things you might otherwise miss. Free with annual family memberships.

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EXPLORE THE FOREST

Featuring one of the last remaining stands of Acacia/Combretum forest in Malawi’s Central Region, this green oasis is the perfect place to explore the peace and beauty of nature.

Trail map
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Protecting wildlife

The site hosts Malawi’s only wildlife sanctuary. In order to give rescued animals the best possible chance of being released, we have to make sure they retain their wild behaviours and do not spend too much time around people. For this reason, the sanctuary is closed to the public. However, entrance fees help to fund our wildlife rescue work – so by visiting the wider site you are helping to save animals!

SO MUCH TO DISCOVER...

FOREST BOARDWALK

Get closer to the tree canopy on our elevated forest boardwalk. Enjoy scenic views over the Lingadzi River and explore a series of fun learning stops for all the family.

Scenic trails

Explore our beautiful trails through the forest and along the river – ideal for walking and running! There are three main trails of 2km, 3.5km, and 4.8km.

Riverside bidwatching

Lilongwe Wildlife Centre is home to over 200 bird species. See how many you can spot from our riverside bird hide.

Wildlife sculptures

Check out our series of life-sized sculptures of iconic wildlife species, made from recycled materials.

Enjoy a bite to eat

Relax at the café, which sells delicious drinks, snacks and meals.

Take home a gift

Browse the arts and crafts on sale at the gift shop.

Meeting
space hire

Our large, open-air conference room is the perfect place for meetings or conferences. Drinks, snacks and lunches are available from the on-site café, and there are plenty of green spaces for break-out sessions.

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Environmental education centre

School and university groups are welcome at our environmental education centre (entrance on Youth Drive). Visits must be booked in advance.

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