This is a quick post about how to climb Mulanje Sapitwa peak in Malawi. I provide details that include maps, costs, logistical requirements and facts as well as links to additional details, photos and videos. This is an adventure on a shoestring. Follow the links to dig deeper into the adventure.
Mount Mulanje is the highest range/massif in South-Central Africa. Sapitwa Peak at 3,002m is the highest of
Total Cost Range of this Activity is: $
Cost Details:
2 Night hut fees (50% discount for MCM members). 3 days Forestry fees 3 day Guide (50% discount for MCM members). Self catered food Misc park fees, etc. |
2k Mk 3k Mk 48k Mk 10k Mk 1k Mk |
Total (US $ 72) | 56k Mk |
2018 prices (above do not include MCM discounts).
Climb Mulanje Sapitwa Peak Day1
Started from the CCAP Cottage parking area (Likhubula Forestry gate), following the Skyline route to the Chamba Basin, across the Knife Edge gully and up to the crest of the Chisepo valley (5.5 hours). Note that this track is steeper than the alternate (Chapaluka) and more exposed to the sun.
Then over the crest and into the Chisepo valley and on to the hut (1.5 hours). This section will be re-traced on the return from the Chisepo hut tomorrow afternoon.
Climb Mulanje Sapitwa Peak Day 2
Then back to the hut for lunch before setting off towards yesterdays Knife Edge Chisepo gully (part 2 of Day 1 trek). Then back into the Chambe Valley and on to the Chambe Hut for the evening. The entire stretch took 2.5 hours.
Climb Mulanje Sapitwa Peak Day 3
Easy skirt of the Chambe Valley back to the Malerebe River and then return to the CCAP Cottage via the Chapaluka River Route (and the Likhubula Falls). Total return time of 3 hours. This route is well shaded.
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Visit the Sapitwa Maps & Facts page for detailed maps, GPS routes, waypoints and details.
Warning
Note that it does snow on the summit in June and July, so always expect weather issues when dealing with mountains.
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Checkout Mulanje Maps & Facts for more logistical details.
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Link to Sapitwa Maps & Facts Page
Link Mulanje Maps & Facts