Running along much of the small African country of Malawi’s eastern border, and also touching Mozambique and Tanzania, this large, deep lake is “meromictic.” This means the layers of the lake don’t intermix, so all the sediment stays on the bottom and the top appears totally transparent. But unlike some other crystal-clear lakes, this one actually supports a huge endemic fish population, many species of which aren’t found anywhere else on earth. Because of this, the lake is an important conservation site—not just to keep the water clarity at its most pristine, but to protect the abundant wildlife and biodiversity within.
Combining jaw-dropping scenery, fascinating cultures and exotic wildlife, East Africa has it all.
