Mkulumadzi | Majete Wildlife Reserve
Mkulumadzi Lodge is an intimate safari retreat with just eight spacious chalets, each thoughtfully positioned to overlook the surrounding wilderness from a private viewing deck. Between game drives, guests can unwind beside the infinity pool, enjoy delicious meals in beautiful bush settings, or simply relax and take in the tranquillity of the Shire River.
Set within Malawi's remarkable Majete Wildlife Reserve, the lodge is surrounded by riverine woodland, rolling hills and ancient trees. The reserve is home to thriving populations of elephant, buffalo, lion, leopard, black rhino, giraffe, sable, eland, nyala and an impressive diversity of birdlife, reflecting one of Africa's greatest conservation success stories.
Still one of Southern Africa's lesser-known safari destinations, Majete offers a genuine sense of discovery. Expert guides bring the reserve's wildlife, landscapes and conservation journey to life, creating an authentic and rewarding safari experience away from the crowds.
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Standard Room
En suite rooms with both shower and bath facilities as well as mini bar and tea/coffee facilities.
Family Chalet
Mkulumadzi is the ideal destination for your family holiday, having no age restriction and plenty of family friendly activities on offer.
There are 2 family chalets
Property Facilities
Bar, Battery Charging Facilities, Eco Friendly, Internet Access (Complimentary), Pool, Vegetarian
Room Facilities
Air Conditioning, Balcony / Deck, Bath Towels, Bath, Bed Linen, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Dressing Gowns, Fan, Fridge, Fridge/Freezer, Gas Hot Water System , Laundry Service (Complimentary), Lounge Area, Mosquito Nets, Outside Shower, Pure Cotton Linen, Safe, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Verandah
Available Services
24-hour Security, Airport Shuttle (Available), Laundry Service (Complimentary)
Activities on Site
Big 5, Bird Watching, Game Drives, Game Viewing Hide, Game Viewing, Game Walks, Safaris, Sleep Outs, Walks (Guided), Wildlife Tours
Activities Nearby
Cultural Tours
Game drives are a great way to explore the Majete wilderness
There are several fantastic viewing hides in the park that are strategically placed by a water hole which are fantastic to spend some time at
Spend a night under the stars and get ready to immerse yourself in the African wilderness. Our star deck is a truly memorable experience
Your Stay
3 Nights
Full Board Plus - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast, Lunch and Activities
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Lodge
Spoken Languages: English
No. Rooms: 8
Special Interests: Big 5, Birding, Flora, Hiking, Leisure, Nature, Relaxation, Star Gazing, Wildlife
Huntingdon House | Thyolo
Nestled amidst lush greenery on the Satemwa Tea Estate, Huntingdon House offers accommodation located in Thyolo, Malawi. The hotel features five luxury, individually decorated suites with private bathrooms. A bungalow is available as well. Guests can conveniently enjoy meals and afternoon tea on-site. Activities include tea tasting, mountain biking, coffee tours, hiking and birding.
Your Stay
3 Nights
Full Board Plus - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast, Lunch and Activities
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Kuthengo Camp | Liwonde National Park
Nestled beneath a canopy of majestic fever trees and ancient baobabs, Kuthengo Camp enjoys an enviable setting on the edge of an open floodplain overlooking the Shire River in the heart of Liwonde National Park. With just five spacious safari tents, including a family suite, the camp offers an intimate and authentic safari experience, blending understated comfort with the sights and sounds of the African bush. Each en-suite tent features a deep bathtub, outdoor shower and private deck, where guests can relax as herds of waterbuck gather nearby in the soft evening light.
Days are filled with expertly guided safari experiences, from game drives in open-sided vehicles to immersive walking safaris accompanied by an experienced guide and armed National Park scout. During the Emerald Season, usually from late December through early April, boating safaris along Liwonde's tranquil lagoons offer a unique perspective of the park, bringing guests close to hippos, crocodiles and an abundance of birdlife while showcasing the rich diversity of this remarkable wilderness.
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Modern safari tents which are all en-suite, each with a bathtub and an outdoor shower. The eco-friendly evening breeze air conditioning (state of the art and environment friendly cooling system for the bed within the mosquito net), adds to the comforts of this intimate camp. With all the usual comforts of a Robin Pope Safari camp, Kuthengo maintains a rustic charm, complemented by stunning views which are best appreciated from your private deck with a cold sundowner in hand, admiring the herds of waterbuck that frequent the camp area, milling about in the evening glow.
Room Facilities
Bath Towels, Bed Linen, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Dressing Gowns, En Suite Bathroom, Ensuite, Hand Towels, Laundry Service (Complimentary), Mosquito Nets, Mosquito Netting, Safe, Shower, Twin Bed, Verandah
The Suite offers a main bedroom tent with an inter-leading lounge tent, providing the perfect place to unwind between safari activities. The en-suite bathroom, accessed from the main bedroom, features both a bathtub and an outdoor shower. An innovative, eco-friendly evening breeze cooling system keeps the bed comfortably cool beneath the mosquito net, ensuring a restful night's sleep.
With all the comforts synonymous with a Robin Pope Safaris camp, the Suite retains an authentic safari feel. From your private deck, enjoy uninterrupted views across the Shire River floodplain with a refreshing sundowner in hand. As evening falls, herds of waterbuck often wander through the camp, while the calls of fish eagles and hippos provide the soundtrack to another memorable day in Majete Wildlife Reserve.
Room Facilities
Bath Towels, Bath, Bed Linen, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Dressing Gowns, En Suite Bathroom, Ensuite, Hand Towels, Laundry Service (Complimentary), Lounge Area, Lounge, Mosquito Nets, Mosquito Netting, Safe, Shower, Verandah
Property Facilities
Bar, Battery Charging Facilities, Communal Dining, Internet Access (Complimentary), Library, Pool, Vegetarian
Room Facilities
Air Conditioning, Balcony / Deck, Bath Towels, Bath, Bed Linen, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Dressing Gowns, Electrical Outlets, Laundry Service (Complimentary), Lounge Area, Mosquito Nets, Pure Cotton Linen, Safe, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Verandah
Available Services
24-hour Security, Airport Shuttle (Available), Laundry Service (Complimentary)
Activities on Site
Bird Watching, Boating, Game Drives, Game Viewing, Game Walks, Night Drives, Safaris, Walks (Guided)
Activities Nearby
Animal Encounters, Bird Watching, Game Drives, Natural History Tours, Rhino Tracking
Game drives at Kuthengo Camp are an exhilarating experience.
Kuthengo Camp offers exciting boat safaris all year round. It's an incredible way to experience Liwonde National Park
Discover the wonder of Liwonde National Park on foot with our expertly guided walking safaris.
Your Stay
3 Nights
Full Board Plus - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast, Lunch and Activities
Fast Facts
Camp
Spoken Languages: English
No. Rooms: 5
Special Interests: Birding, Flora, Hiking, Nature, Relaxation, Star Gazing, Wildlife
Kaya Mawa | Likoma Island
Sprawled along the white sandy beaches of Likoma Island, in the heart of Lake Malawi, is Kaya Mawa. This boutique lodge welcomes honeymooners, families and friends for an indulgently carefree getaway.
Meaning ‘maybe tomorrow’ in Chichewa/Nyanja, the ethos of Kaya Mawa is in its name. Relaxed lakeside living is woven into the style, luxury and comfort of its Houses and Rooms. Each of Kaya's eleven rooms and private villa is unique and offers something extraordinary. Serene and secret decks for sunbathing or romantic dinners; secluded lakeside chalets with private lounges. You may find yourself showering under the stars, taking a midnight dip in your private pool, or simply walking hand-in-hand after a moonlit supper on the beach.
If all the relaxation is too much, your days can be filled with everything from stand-up paddle boarding, kayaking, kitesurfing, waterskiing, sailing and quad-biking, plus a full PADI dive school. And as the sun goes down on another perfect day, enjoy a massage at the spa, nestled in the rocks on the lake, and have the last of your cares soothed away as you wonder, "Shouldn't I be leaving?...maybe tomorrow."
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A favourite to many, nestled right on the edge of the lake, Msekwa is a picturesque chalet. Enter through an arched doorway, making your way down the steps passing the outdoor bath and shower, you arrive to your private deck. The outdoor living area leads you to a wooden walkway, giving direct access to the lake. Jump and snorkel right into the crystal clear waters and watch the abundance of fish that the lake has to offer. Msekwa is a Standard Room.
Room Facilities
Bath Towels, Bath, Dressing Gowns, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Service (Complimentary), Outside Shower, Safe, Shower, Tea / Coffee
Hidden away within the western tip of a rocky knoll, Khuyu commands sweeping views of Lake Malawi. It is the first room on the water, with easiest access to the beach and restaurant and all the peace and privacy needed for a relaxing retreat. The lantern-lit bathtub is where you’ll want to be when the sun goes down.
Room Facilities
Bath Towels, Bath, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Service (Complimentary), Mosquito Netting, Plunge Pool, Safe, Tea / Coffee
The second chalet from the beach, Mbungo is built higher up in the rocks giving you stunning views across the lake to the neighbouring island Chizimulu and the Kaya Mawa beach. A secluded chalet with an outdoor living area perfect for sundowners. Follow the stone stairway to the private deck with access straight into the lake. There are a fair number of steps to reach the room, though the room itself is flat and easy to move around once inside, worth noting for guests with mobility needs. The bed has been built snuggly into the original beach boulders and there is space in the bedroom for a baby cot. Mbungo is a Standard Room.
Room Facilities
Bath Towels, Bath, Fridge/Freezer, Internet Access (Complimentary), Tea / Coffee
Want to stay on your own island? Make your way across the wooden bridge and find yourself at Makungulu. Perched on its own private rocky isle and draped in pink bougainvillea, Makungulu makes quite an impression before stepping foot inside. The shaded stone terrace has a cosy corner seat and dining table for two and extends to a wooden deck with loungers and a jetty over the lake with striking views to Mozambique.
Room Facilities
Bath Towels, Bath, Laundry Service (Complimentary), Mosquito Netting, Safe, Tea / Coffee
Meaning ‘fish eagle’ in Nyanja, Nkhwazi gives you a near bird’s eye view out to Nkhwazi Island and the south of Lake Malawi from the top of a rocky knoll. There is an understated elegance to Nkhwazi. The white-washed bedroom area steps down onto wooden decked floors that flow outside to three private decks at the front of your room. Here, the warm sun beckons you to unwind in the infinity pool and seating area with a panoramic vista that is all yours.
The fish eagle’s call is fondly referred to as ‘The soundtrack of Africa’. Not a day goes by on Likoma Island without hearing it and yet you never grow tired of the sound. It has become part of the natural rhythm at Kaya Mawa. Nkhwazi sleeps 3 people.
Room Facilities
Bath Towels, Bath, Fridge, Hand Towels, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Service (Complimentary), Mosquito Netting, Safe, Tea / Coffee
Whether from the comfort of the luxurious bed or plunge pool under the ficus tree canopy, Mbamba commands stunning panoramic views of the lake and surrounds.
The large bed with driftwood headboard and canopy of draped mosquito netting takes centre-place in Mbamba. Then, out to one side of the room is a large deck with lounging area and plunge pool, and on the other, an intimate dining area. The bathroom is outside, undercover.
Even though it sits at the top of a rocky knoll, Mbamba blends effortlessly into its natural surrounds, with bougainvillea bushes adding a touch of pink and purple to the greenery. This attracts some feathered visitors, like bee-eaters and weaver birds, which always provide colourful and chatty entertainment as they flit between the branches. Mbamba is a Premium room and sleeps 3 people.
Room Facilities
Bath Towels, Bath, Dressing Gowns, Fridge, Hand Towels, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Service (Complimentary), Mosquito Netting, Safe, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Verandah
Yofu is an ideal chalet with two separate rooms enough for a family of four. Nestled into the back of the beach partially hidden by a large mango tree, perfect for families wanting to spend as much time as possible on the beach and in the lake. he bright, airy main bedroom has double doors leading out onto a secluded section of the beach where your own dhow-lounge space awaits. The shared full bathroom has an open-air bathtub and shower on the second level, which makes for magical stargazing while soaking. The second bedroom sleeps two children.
Room Facilities
Bath Towels, Bath, Dressing Gowns, Laundry Service (Complimentary), Tea / Coffee
Our second family beach chalet. Ulisa is a large two-roomed house with a full bathroom between the bedrooms. Double doors in the master bedroom open to a spectacular view across the white sand to the lake. The second room sleeps three children in single beds, one of them hung from the roof! The house also has it's own outdoor lounging and dining area.
Room Facilities
Bath Towels, En Suite Bathroom, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Service (Complimentary), Safe, Tea / Coffee
Designed with love and luxury in mind, Madimba is well-deserving of its title as the ‘Honeymoon House’. This grand house lies at the far west end of the Kaya Mawa beach. Opening out in front of the large, split-level bedroom is your own infinity pool with magical views across Lake Malawi to Mozambique. Indulge in romantic, starlit dinners and relax on sun loungers under the African sky from the comfort of your private deck.
To one side of the bedroom is a huge en-suite bathroom with double vanities, shower and double-ended sunken bath that looks over the deck to the lake. On the other side of the room, the sitting room with bar beckons you to relax in the cool, stone-walled interior.
Room Facilities
Bath Towels, Bath, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Dressing Gowns, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Service (Complimentary), Tea / Coffee
Whether indoors or outdoors, Mainja immerses you in its beautiful natural setting for an unforgettable lakeside experience spent with friends and family. A long wooden walkway and concrete causeway leads you to where this majestic house sits on a rocky outcrop on the northern side of Kaya Mawa’s beach. In usual Kaya Mawa style, Mainja is tastefully decorated with statement art pieces and splashes of colour amidst white linens, natural furnishings, stone walls and polished floors.
Room Facilities
Bath Towels, Bath, Fridge, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Service (Complimentary), Mosquito Netting, Tea / Coffee
Property Facilities
Accept Credit Cards, Activity Desk, Bar, Credit Card Facilities, Eco Friendly, Guided Tours, Internet Access (Complimentary), Mobile Connectivity, Pool, Restaurant, Room Service, Spa, Vegetarian
Room Facilities
Balcony / Deck, Bath Towels, Bath, Bed Linen, Detached Private Bathroom, Dressing Gowns, Electrical Outlets, En Suite Bathroom, Fan, Fridge, Fridge/Freezer, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Facilities, Laundry Service (Complimentary), Lounge Area, Mosquito Nets, Outside Shower, Plunge Pool, Private Pool / Jacuzzi, Pure Cotton Linen, Safe, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Verandah
Available Services
24-hour Security, Airport Shuttle (Complimentary), Credit Card Facilities, Disability, Foreign Exchange, Laundry Service (Available), Laundry Service (Complimentary), Private Vehicle (Available), Room Service, Travel Desk
Activities on Site
Beach Drop Off, Bird Watching, Boating, Canoeing, Cycling, Fine Dining, Fishing, Kayaking, Kite Surfing, Massages, Quad Biking, Sailing, Scuba Diving, Snorkelling, Walks (Self Guided), Water Skiing
Activities Nearby
Bird Watching, Boating, Cultural Tours, Cycling, Historical Tours, Kayaking / Paddling, Scuba Diving, Snorkelling, Walks (Self Guided)
Kaya Mawa is partnered with Likoma Island Divers, a recognised PADI Resort. We have two in-house dive instructors who can cater for any skill levels and teach a full range of PADI courses, ensuring everybody can enjoy an underwater adventure during your stay. The centre is
able to teach courses all the way from a 3-hour discovery dive to Dive Master.
Likoma Island, surrounded by the pristine waters of Lake Malawi, is widely regarded as having the best diving on the Lake, both in terms of the diversity of fish species and their sheer abundance. With some of the best fresh water diving in the world and some 11 recognised dive sites nearby.
Explore the tranquility of Lake Malawi by kayak or stand up paddle board. Paddle to the neighbouring beaches or one of the smaller islands and admire the Mozambican coastline. Pack your snorkelling gear and enjoy some of Lake Malawi's 1000 species of fish, many endemic to the lake, more than all the freshwater species in Europe and North America combined.
For the adventurous, why not experience the stunning Lake Malawi by boat and try your hand at water skiing and wake boarding, or for the younger ones, knee boarding and ringo.
We have skis that fit ages 5+ and a trained instructor on hand to give handy tips and pointers to ensure you will be on your feet (or knees) in no time.
Explore Likoma Island by E Bike making the excursion around the island not only silent but eco friendly as well. Visit the cathedral built in 1905, Katundu textiles workshop, the majestic valley of the baobabs and some of the eleven local villages. The warmth of the locals will make you feel right at home on Likoma.
A much more leisurely way to take the island, led by a guide you will be shown all the sights of Likoma without working up a sweat.
Enjoy the island from the water, taking a local dhow boat to visit some of the best snorkelling spots and into town to visit the cathedral built in 1905. Make a day of it with a packed picnic and your favourite drinks, or set off for a sunset fishing cruise.
Single and double sailing boats are available for both the experienced and novice. Kaya Mawa offers three Lasers and one Laser 2 for our guests to enjoy, either sailing solo or with our instructor. Take a quick lesson with our expert instructors before sailing off into the majestic waters of Lake Malawi.
Your Stay
4 Nights
Full Board Plus - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast, Lunch and Activities
Fast Facts
5 Stars
Lodge
Spoken Languages: English
No. Rooms: 11
Special Interests: Adventure, Beach / Coastal, Birding, Cycling, Fishing, Flora, Gourmet, Hiking, History & Culture, Indigenous Culture / Art, Leisure, Nature, Relaxation, Sports, Star Gazing, Watersports, Wine