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Hostels are a great way to stay for a lower cost, so you can save your money for fun things to do.

These dorm-style accommodations come in lots of different forms, but they all have three main things in common, including budget prices, a social environment and shared rooms (though many hostels also have private rooms).

While you’re deciding on where to stay, have a look at this top hostel in Blantyre: Baobab Backpackers Lodge - You can take advantage of free WiFi and free parking, as well as a restaurant. Rooms come with towels, showers and linens.

The weather is important when you want to venture out and explore, so here’s a little information about the seasons: The hottest months are usually October and November, with an average temperature of 25°C, while the coldest months are July and June, with an average of 18°C. The rainiest months in Blantyre are January, December, February and March, with each month seeing an average of 319 mm of rainfall.

Depending on what interests you, you might like to discover the area around Blantyre. Get out into nature with places such as The Way of the Cross/ Njira ya Mtanda. Cultural attractions include Museum of Malawi and National Museum. Visit landmarks such as Mandala House.

Keep this information about transit options in Blantyre on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Blantyre (BLZ-Chileka Intl.), 6.6 mi (10.6 km) away from the city centre.