Discover the Universe Under Malawi's Darkest Sky
The ultimate astrophotography park where you can host your telescope, rent equipment, or subscribe to access professional gear under a pristine Bortle 1 sky in Malawi.
The ultimate astrophotography park where you can host your telescope, rent equipment, or subscribe to access professional gear under a pristine Bortle 1 sky in Malawi.
Under African Skies proudly collaborates with Tree of Life, a mission organisation dedicated to sustainable development in Malawi. Through their training center in Mitongwe, Tree of Life empowers local farmers, educates children, and creates employment — breaking the cycle of poverty in the Warm Heart of Africa. An observatory in this part of the world has only winners: it provides a direct stimulus for the Malawian community through jobs, tourism, and infrastructure, while astronomers gain access to the absolute darkest skies on the Bortle scale. When you look up at the stars here, you also lift up the people around you. "Let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works" — Jesus, Matthew 5:16
The Warm Heart of Africa, where the Lake of Stars meets pristine dark skies
Malawi is known as the "Warm Heart of Africa" for its incredibly friendly people and stunning natural beauty. Our location offers exceptional dark skies combined with the breathtaking shores of Lake Malawi. The dramatic Rift Valley escarpments, lush highlands, and Africa's third-largest lake create unique foregrounds for your astrophotography.
The pristine skies of Malawi reflect the spectacular Milky Way over the Lake of Stars - creating stunning astrophotography opportunities
The dramatic Rift Valley escarpments and mountain plateaus offer unique foreground elements for your astrophotography compositions
Experience the raw beauty of Africa's third-largest lake and its golden shores
Combine your astrophotography trip with unforgettable wildlife experiences in Malawi's national parks
While you photograph at night, Malawi offers endless opportunities for daytime exploration - from lake activities to mountain hiking
Exceptional dry season (May-October) with clear skies ideal for astrophotography
Malawians are famous across Africa for their warmth and hospitality - you'll feel welcome immediately
Known as the 'Warm Heart of Africa' - one of the friendliest countries on the continent
Southern hemisphere location at 14°S means access to unique deep-sky objects invisible from Europe or North America