Malawi and Zambia Adventure

Wines and Wings Guest House | Lilongwe, Malawi

Situated in the heart of Area 12, 5-minute walk from The Four seasons Centre, 15-minute walk from The Golden Peacock Shopping Centre is Wines and Wings Guest House. We are a few kilometers from Kumbali, 20-minute walk from City Center and have a supermarket 50 metres from the house. The house has well experienced staff to help cook, clean and look after you. Our home is well furnished and comfortable, with a pool, lovely garden, good social areas, modern kitchen, fast wifi, DSTV and really is a top spot.

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1 Night

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Chikunto Safaris | South Luangwa National Park, Zambia

We are passionate about operating in a sustainable fashion, minimising our ecological footprint and delivering a truly memorable experience for each and every one of our Guests.

Our planet is precious and the resources it provides are finite, which is why we choose to operate by solar power; recycle and minimise our water usage; reduce and recycle waste; use eco-friendly cleaning products and avoid the use of chlorine in our magnificent salt-water counter-current Swimming Pool.

We are closely entwined with our local community, with a number of our Staff Members being retrained and staying on after our initial construction – becoming valuable members of the Chikunto Family. We buy from local suppliers and support a number of community programmes.

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Aerial view of Chikunto Safari Lodge, Luangwa River, Zambia

Chikunto Safari Lodge on Luangwa River, Zambia

Aerial view of Chikunto Safari Lodge, Luangwa River, Zambia

Deck & Pool area, setting sun

Chikunto Meandering Luangwa River site

Chikunto site Credit: Valentin Lavis

Hybrid luxury Camp / Lodge experience

Firepit and Sunset

The Lodge and Pool at night

Evening at Chikunto - firepit and pool, Luangwa in backfround

Pool foreground, Luangwa River background

Endemic Thornicroft Giraffe at the camp

The spacious yet cosy Lounge & Bar at Chikunto Safaris

Lounge & Bar in the setting sun

Dinner for Two, uninvited guests in background

One of the spacious Tented Suites, Chikunto Safaris

Elephant on-site

Chikunto Safari Lodge on Luangwa River, Zambia

King Size bedroom in Family Suite

Two Bedroom Family Suite, Lounge area

Veranda of 2 bedroomed Family Suite

Super-comfy king size bed, Double Suite

Twin-bedded Suite Set Up

Deluxe Combination Suite, with private Sleep Out & Stargazing Platform Credit: Valentin Lavis

Deluxe Combination Suite, with platform, Luangwa River in background

King size double or twin bed on platform, covered lounge area Credit: Valentin Lavis

Walkway to Sleep Out Platform from main Suite

Elevated Sleep Out Platform, private dinner option

Sundowner time...

Veranda outside your Tented Suite

Optional Walking Safari

Leopards in a tree with kill Credit: Charl Stols

The Valley of the Leopard Credit: Sabine Stols

Chikunto Leopard...

Leopard taking shelter in South Luangwa Credit: Max Patel

Elephant in camp

Poolside view

Family Time at Chikunto Credit: Izla Photography

Connections / education Credit: Izla Photography

Connections & Education in the Bush

Luangwa River Sunset Credit: Izla Photography

Hippo in Luangwa river Credit: Izla Photography

Luangwa crocodile close up! Credit: Izla Photography

Lion with Thornicroft's giraffe kill Credit: Valentin Lavis

Elephants at the Luangwa River Credit: Safari Frank

Wild Dog in action Credit: Charl Stols

Pels Fishing Owl

From the Chikunto Hide Credit: Robert Hofmeyr

Thornicroft Giraffes from the Chikunto onsite Hide Credit: Dr. Horst Vogel

Onsite Photo & Editing Suite Credit: Robert Hofmeyr

Your Stay

5 Nights

Full Board Plus - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast, Lunch and Activities

All Local Brands (Spirits, Wine and Beers) Included

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Spoken Languages: English, German

No. Rooms: 5

Special Interests: Adventure, Birding, Flora, Gourmet, History & Culture, Indigenous Culture / Art, Leisure, Nature, Relaxation, Star Gazing, Wildlife, Wine

Wines and Wings Guest House | Lilongwe, Malawi

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Mvuu Lodge | Liwonde National Park, Malawi

Mvuu Lodge overlooks a tranquil lagoon just off the Shire River with the main lounge area set high above the water in an area of captivating variety and beauty. It has an extensive wildlife library and telescope to make the most of the exceptional bird and other life that moves around the river. Mvuu means “hippo” in Tonga and the name epitomises the large numbers of pods of these water-loving mammals that float in the river. In this lush and fertile area, an excellent diversity of animals can be seen.

Accommodation comprises eight luxury tents, one of which is a romantic honeymoon suite. Each tent has en-suite bathroom facilities and its own deck built to look over the water. Lodge facilities include a dining room, pub, lounge area and a swimming pool.

Activities include boat safaris, nature walks, treks & trails birding, and traditional game drives by day and night. No visit to Mvuu is complete without a visit to one of the villages on its boundaries to experience authentic African village life.

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Mvuu Lodge

Your Stay

3 Nights

Full Board Plus - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast, Lunch and Activities

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Apartment

Spoken Languages: English

No. Rooms: 8

Special Interests: Adventure, Birding, Indigenous Culture / Art, Nature, Relaxation, Star Gazing, Wildlife

Mumbo Island Camp | Mumbo Island, Cape Maclear, Malawi

Mumbo is a pristine island in Lake Malawi National Park which, with its crystal clear waters and innumerable species of cichlid fish, offers some of the best freshwater scuba diving in the world and the best snorkelling on the Lake.

The island lies 10km north-west of Cape Maclear, where reception and the nearest point of road access is located. The camp comprises five units (two twin tents and three twin reed chalets) perched on rocks high above the water shaded by lush foliage, each with bucket showers, ‘eco-loos’ and wooden deck. A hammock provides a comfortable spot to take in the idyllic Lake view. A twin-tented family unit is tucked into the forest near the main beach. There is a dining area, bar and watersport gazebo of timber and thatch.

Activities here vary from lazing in a hammock to snorkelling, diving, swimming, kayaking, walking and birdwatching. Guests have the option of boating or paddling to explore the granitic islands of the Lake.

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2 Nights

Full Board Plus - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast, Lunch and Activities

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Safari Lodge

Spoken Languages: English

No. Rooms: 6

Special Interests: Adventure, Beach / Coastal, Birding, Hiking, Leisure, Nature, Relaxation, Star Gazing, Watersports, Wildlife

Blue Zebra Island Lodge | Blue Zebra Island, Senga Bay, Malawi

The perfect getaway for nature lovers looking for a combination of adventure and relaxation in a tranquil, private setting. Exclusively situated on Nankoma Island, a wild paradise in Lake Malawi National Park (UNESCO World Heritage site). Unobtrusive and eco-friendly, operating on solar power.

Offering a unique and sustainable travel experience, Blue Zebra is a conservation driven lodge working with the Department of National Parks and Wildlife in Malawi to protect three islands making up the Marelli group: Nankoma, Maleri, and Nakantenga. These uninhabited islands are home to a vast array of fresh water fish, including some of the most rare and colourful in the world. They support diverse flora and fauna and are a bird watcher's paradise.

Accommodation: a unique set-up with 9 en-suite safari-style tented chalets, 1 forest-set Pitta Cottage, and 1 Superior Family Cottage overlooking Lake Malawi. Secluded executive chalets boast stunning views from private balconies. The chalets are set in an unspoiled environment, immersed in nature.

Facilities: spa, infinity pool, cocktail bar, restaurant, games room, meetings room, curio shop.

Activities: nature trails, birding, kayaking, snorkeling, water-sports, sunset cruise.

A 2 hour drive from Lilongwe, this is a great combination with Zambian Safaris as well as various wildlife parks in Malawi.

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Birding Credit: WAG Malawi

The most luxurious and spacious of the island room types. A large, open planned cottage (house) with a lounge and dining area and two en-suite bedrooms (one queen, one double). 2 single beds can be added to the main room.

The master bedroom has ample cupboard space with a built in dressing table and an open bathroom with a shower and bathtub. The second bedroom is a smaller en-suite double room opening onto the lake-facing balcony.

Minimum 2 adults required (or supplement to the equivalent).
Capacity: 4 adults, 2 children. This unit can be set up in different ways: suitable for a couple; 2 adults sharing separate rooms; 3 - 4 adults sharing (with discounted sharing specials); a family with 2 adults and up to 4 children; multi-generational families.

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Main Bathroom Credit: Gemma Thomas

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Room Facilities

Balcony / Deck, Bath Towels, Bath, Bed Linen, Dressing Gowns, Electrical Outlets, En Suite Bathroom, Fan, Fridge, Fridge/Freezer, Hand Towels, Laundry Service (Available), Lounge, Mosquito Nets, Safe, Table, Tea / Coffee, Wardrobe

2 Executive Family Chalets: Malachite and Fisheagle. Spacious en-suite safari-style tented chalets each with 2 bedrooms, a lounge and bathroom. Private lake-facing balconies.

Typically for families of up to 5 (2 adults & up to 3 children) or up to 4 adults.
Main room: 1 queen bed / Twin room: 2 single beds / U12's sofa bed in the lounge

FISHEAGLE: located around the side of the island with a long downward stairway entrance, in a natural and very private setting.

MALACHITE: located just behind reception at the lodge entrance. Private but closer to lodge facilities.

Fisheagle Chalet Credit: Rogan Roams

Fisheagle Chalet Credit: 3WheelsCo

Malachite Credit: ARTUR CABRAL

Credit: 3WheelsCo

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Balcony / Deck, Bath Towels, Dressing Gowns, Fan, Laundry Service (Available), Mosquito Netting, Private Lounge / Sitting Area, Queen Bed, Safe, Twin Bed

Executive Chalets:
Cormorant. En-suite safari-style tented chalet, exclusively located around the side of the island with a private lake-facing balcony.
1 queen bed & 2 sofa beds for U12's.

Sandpiper, our newest room at the lodge offers an en-suite safari-style tented chalet, exclusively located around the side of the island with a private lake-facing balcony
1 queen bed only.

Cormorant View Credit: Michael Wendel

Cormorant Credit: Gemma Thomas

Cormorant Credit: Michael Wendel

Sandpiper Credit: UMP Festival

Sandpiper Credit: Michael Wendel

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Balcony , Bath Towels, Bed Linen, Dressing Gowns, Electrical Outlets, En Suite Bathroom, Ensuite, Fan, Hand Towels, Laundry Service (Available), Mosquito Nets, Mosquito Netting, Private Lounge / Sitting Area, Queen Bed, Safe, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Verandah

Named after the African Pitta.

En-suite, spacious thatched cottage, nestled in nature. Located above the central Lake Safari Tents, with stairway access. One spacious ensuite bedroom, a lounge with a sofa bed, and a large side-patio with a table seating area, patio furniture & hammock.

Pitta Cotta Bedroom Credit: Michael Wendel

Pitta Cottage Lounge Credit: Michael Wendel

Pitta Cottage Outdoor Area Credit: Michael Wendel

Pitta Cottage Entrance/Lounge Credit: Jennifer Wendel

Pitta Cottage Bathroom Credit: BZ

Pitta Cottage Stairway Credit: BZ

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Bath Towels, Bed Linen, Electrical Outlets, En Suite Bathroom, Fan, Hand Towels, Laundry Service (Available), Mosquito Nets, Private Lounge / Sitting Area, Tea / Coffee, Verandah

Lake Safari Tents: Bulbul, Darter, Heron, Hornbill & Nightjar
En-suite safari-style tents, smaller than executives but quaint and comfortable. 3 doubles, 1 twin, 1 single. Some have sofa beds for U12s.

DARTER: 1 queen bed & 2 sofa beds
Centrally located, nearest the restaurant, no stairs, largest balcony.

HERON: 1 queen bed & 1 sofa bed
Centrally located, small stairway entrance.

HORNBILL: 2 single beds & 1 sofa bed
Centrally located in-between Darter & Heron, small stairway entrance.

BULBUL: 1 queen bed & 1 sofa bed
The furthest chalet from the communal area overlooking the lake. At the entrance to nature trails.

NIGHTJAR: 1 single bed
Centrally located, small stairway entrance. This is the smallest of our accommodation options, with one single bed only.

Credit: Anneke Jagau

Credit: PMJ Photography

Credit: Anneke Jagau

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Credit: Athira Mohan

Credit: 3WheelsCo

Room Facilities

Balcony , Bath Towels, Bed Linen, Dressing Gowns, En Suite Bathroom, Fan, Hand Towels, Laundry Service (Available), Mosquito Nets, Safe, Shower, Tea / Coffee

Explore the wonderfully wild paths around and over Nankoma Island & connect with nature. The further you go the smaller you feel as you walk among massive Baobab trees. Venture off track to The Ancient Fig for a halfway break and soak in the enchanting natural beauty of this unspoiled paradise.

The main trail around the island is only 2.3km. Enjoy the thriving birdlife, look out for the elusive Red Duiker along the top path, Chameleons camouflaged in in trees, Monitor Lizards along the shore.

Early-birds will catch a stunning sunrise!

Explore the Marelli Archipelago by kayak - a great way to get out and explore the coves and coastal wildlife up close.

It takes around 45min-1hr around Nankoma Island, but for the more active and adventurous you can kayak all 3 islands in around 2.5 - 3 hours.

For a shorter kayak, there are rocky outcrops close to shore. Paddle around and spot all the different kinds of colourful fish. Other possible sightings: otters, monitor lizards, bird-life (especially Cormorants and African Fish-Eagles).

6 kayaks available: 4 single & 2 double.

Kayaking Credit: Artur Cabral

Credit: Stephane Perrier

Credit: Jonathan Ramael

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Rarely does one have such effortless and immediate access to a site teaming with aquatic life. Just a few meters off the shore, experience Malawi’s renowned Cichlids in all their natural splendour. Famed for their vivid and vibrant colours, the Islands are home to species unique not only to Lake Malawi, but many to these islands! Look out for the Blue Zebra!

The best sites depend on lake levels and the time of year. Snorkel equipment is free to use for off-shore snorkeling. At an additional charge, snorkel trips can be arranged to Maleri and/or Nakantenga Islands.

Credit: Stephane Perrier

Credit: BZ

Cruise around the Marelli islands and experience an awe inspiring Lake Malawi sunset out on the water - MGT (Malawi Gin & Tonic) or your sun downer of choice in hand. Every sunset is different & it's always an unforgettable event as the sun gently dips below the low lying Nkhotakota hills in the distance.

Sunset Cruise Credit: Gemma Thomas

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Malawi is world renowned as a birdwatchers paradise. The country boasts over 650 different species of birds, 10% of which are native species non-existent anywhere else on the globe.

Lake Malawi provides an ideal habitat for bird life has the highest concentration of African Fish Eagles on the continent. Their cry is heard frequently echoing across the skies over Nankoma Island.

There are over 350 species at the islands - best seen in the dry season. Take a bird check-list around the island and tick of how many you see.

African Pitta Credit: Ivan Monk

African Pitta Credit: Michael Wendel

Blue-cheeked Bee-eater Credit: The Birding Life 2024

African Fisheagle Credit: The Birding Life 2024

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Credit: Kim Paffen

Credit: BZ

Credit: Kim Paffen

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Bul-Bul Credit: The. Birding life 2024

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Credit: M.Giannakis

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Quite possibly the most popular 'activity', although this doesn't require being active. With stunning views over Lake Malawi, what better way to spend an afternoon than splash about in the Infinity Pool with a refreshing cocktail (or mocktail for kids) or laze on the deck-chairs with that book you've been too busy to read!