Michiru Forest Reserve, Nature reserve in Blantyre, Malawi.
The Michiru Forest Reserve spans 3004 hectares of mountainous terrain, featuring diverse plant species and providing a habitat for numerous animal species.
The protected area was established in 1970 to safeguard indigenous plant species and create a designated space for local wildlife conservation.
Local communities utilize the forest for traditional practices, gathering medicinal plants and performing ceremonies within designated sacred areas.
The reserve requires off-road vehicles for access due to primitive road conditions, and visitors should contact local authorities for entry permits.
The forest houses leopards, porcupines, baboons, blue monkeys, velvet monkeys, bushbucks, and multiple bird species including the African paradise flycatcher.
Location: Blantyre
Address: Michiru Mountain, Malawi Blantyre Blantyre
GPS coordinates: -15.73740,34.96479
Latest update: March 6, 2025 12:37
Malawi offers national parks rich in African wildlife, mountains reaching 3000 meters, and Lake Malawi, known for its waters populated with colorful fish. The country features nature reserves, cultural sites such as the Chongoni Rock Art, traditional markets, and historic tea plantations. Major cities showcase colonial architecture and places of worship. The landscape alternates between mountainous plateaus, lacustrine areas, and savannahs.
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