The highest point is Sapitwa of 3001m, on Mt Mulanje, and this is a popular hiking area. Lengwe south of Blantyre. There are also four game reserves which are less developed than the parks. The game reserves are Vwaza Marsh in the north, Nkhotakota in the centre of the country, Majete in the south, and Mwabvi at the southernmost tip of the county. National Parks are home to a variety of species, including elephants, hippos and plenty of crocodiles.
Game rides on horseback are a popular activity.
There are many craft and curio stalls where local arts and crafts may be purchased. One may also buy many items along the roadside. Goods are usually marked up and it is expected that you haggle with sellers for a reduced price. Wooden bowls and chess sets and carvings of people, animals are widely available, as are soapstone carvings, paintings and clay pots. A popular souvenir is the chief's chair, which is a high-backed chair made of two intricately carved pieces of wood.