Nkhotakota

Nkhotakota is a tranquil town on the shores of Lake Malawi in central Malawi. It is surrounded by the hilly terrains of Nkhotakota Wildlife Reserve, the largest and oldest wildlife reserve near Malawi, home to mammals such as lion and elephant, as well as a fantastic array of birdlife. The village is most famous for the Livingstone Tree, where it is said that the renowned explorer Dr David Livingstone met a notorious slave trader to implore him to stop the heinous trade. Guided walking tours in the reserve are an exciting way to get up close and personal with some of its animals. There are also hot springs, rivers and waterfalls within easy reach of Nkhotakota.