New Malawi Guide launched by Bradt in print and on new Bradt app

The newly released 9th edition of the Bradt Malawi Guide marks an important milestone for Malawi’s tourism sector, reaffirming the country’s position as one of Africa’s most rewarding and authentic travel destinations.

Published by Bradt Travel Guides, the new edition continues a longstanding tradition as the only standalone practical travel guidebook dedicated to Malawi produced by a mainstream publisher.

Authored by renowned Africa travel writer Philip Briggs and updated by Helena Smith, the 9th edition provides the most current and comprehensive coverage of Malawi to date. The guide offers in-depth insight into the country’s diverse attractions: from the crystal-clear waters of Lake Malawi and the wildlife-rich parks of Liwonde and Majete, to the dramatic scenery of Mount Mulanje and the Nyika Plateau, and the cultural heritage of Zomba, Likoma Island and beyond.

The updated edition features expanded accommodation listings, revised practical travel information, 38 detailed maps and a new full-colour wildlife section, making it an essential companion for both first-time visitors and seasoned travellers seeking deeper exploration of the Warm Heart of Africa.

The release of the new Malawi guide coincides with the launch of the Bradt app, a major digital milestone for the publisher as it celebrates 50 years of specialist travel publishing. The app brings Bradt’s trusted guidebook content to mobile platforms, allowing travellers to access expert destination knowledge, practical advice and planning tools directly on their smartphones and tablets.

Significantly, Malawi is one of only nine destinations worldwide featured on the Bradt app at its launch – a strong endorsement of the country’s appeal, depth of experiences and international relevance. Inclusion in this inaugural group (the country’s first appearance on a guidebook app) highlights Malawi’s growing profile among discerning global travellers seeking meaningful, nature-rich and culturally immersive journeys.

The combination of a fully updated print guide and early inclusion on the Bradt app ensures travellers have greater access than ever before to high-quality, authoritative information about Malawi: whether planning from home or navigating the country on the ground.

The 9th edition of the Bradt Malawi Guide is available now in print and digitally via the Bradt app, which can be downloaded from Apple App Store and Google Play.