The WildNet Africa on-line directory of destinations, safaris, products and services available in Africa.THESE DIRECTORY ENTRIES PROVIDE BASIC CONTACT DETAILS ONLY. VISIT THE WEBSITE IF AVAILABLE. THE WILDNET AFRICA HOME PAGE WILL LEAD YOU TO DESTINATIONS AND SERVICES WITH FULL ON-LINE INFORMATION.  MICHIRU MOUNTAIN CONSERVATION AREAPostal address: P O BOX 619, BLANTYRE, MALAWI Tel (International): +265-72-3505 Tel (South Africa): 09265-72-3505 Fax (International): Fax (South Africa): e-Mail: Web Home Page: Michiru Mountain Conservation Area covers 5 000 of mountain massif and serves as a centre for environmental education, with areas set aside for forestry, agriculture, and natural vegetation with the wildlife it supports. The area contains a large expanse of woodland and includes patches of riverine and montane forest. Mammals include bushbuck, common duiker, klipspringer, site-striped jackal, spotted hyena, leopard, serval, baboon, vervet monkey and thick-tailed bushbaby. More than 200 bird species have been recorded. Location: Southern Malawi; north-west of Blantyre. Access: Michiru Mountain lies just outside Blantyre; the route is signposted. Accommodation: Cleared areas are available for camping, but facilities are very basic, There are hotels in Blantyre. Other facilities: Self-guided-walking trails; night hiking is permitted; picnic sites with fireplaces; a curio shop. Open: Throughout the year. Beware: Malaria. |
