Manchewe Falls
A cliff waterfall that drops about 125 m down a rift valley wall. A cave behind the falls is said to have once sheltered villagers from slave traders.
Manchewe Falls lie about 4 km below the town of Livingstonia. Here the Manchewe River plunges about 125 m over the rift valley wall, surrounded by dense woodland. It is one of the tallest waterfalls in Malawi. Paths lead to a viewpoint at the top and to the base of the falls. The cave behind the waterfall is said to have been a refuge for local people fleeing Arab slave traders in the 19th century, and a local guide can explain its history. The walk from town takes about an hour. You can also hike up from the campsite by the lake below the cliff and combine it with the Zigzag Road for a half-day hike. A small community entry fee is charged, and guides are available at the entrance. Trails are slippery in the rainy season, so watch your footing.
Opening hours
Daytime
Nearby sights
- Livingstonia Escarpment Viewpoint (Mushroom Farm)
- Livingstonia Mission Heritage Buildings
- Stone House Museum
- Gorode Road (Livingstonia Switchbacks)
- Livingstonia Mission Church
- Chitimba Beach