Lake Malawi

Malawi, otherwise known as the warm heart of Africa, is home to the third-largest and second deepest lake in Africa, and the ninth-largest in the world.

The country is truly stunning with the crystal clear waters of Lake Malawi, rolling hills, white-sand beaches, and friendly people. You can go on a safari within the country or neighbouring Zambia, and then finish your holiday with a few days on the lake. It’s perfect for relaxing, snorkeling with thousands of species of cichlids, fishing, walks, kayaking, water skiing, wakeboarding, bird watching, village visits, or you can do nothing but sit back and look out onto the vast waters of the mighty Lake.

The nickname for Lake Malawi is "The Lake of Stars" which was given by David Livingstone, after the lights from the lanterns of the fishermen in their dug-out canoes that resemble stars in the sky from a distance. We love the romance of it all!

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Blue Zebra Island Lodge

Blue Zebra Island Lodge

Lake Malawi

    Blue Zebra Island Lodge is the only accommodation on tiny, jungle-topped Nankoma Island, part of the Marelli archipelago in the UNESCO-listed Lake Malawi National Park. This remote island paradise is surrounded by nature, including over 875 vibrant species of cichlid fish and over 650 species of birds, including the...

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Kaya Mawa

Lake Malawi

    Malawi's Kaya Mawa is a romantic hideaway lodge on Likoma Island, Lake Malawi, in Africa.

    There are eleven rooms, spread out around two beaches and a rocky knoll, all offering spectacular views over the lake with understated simple yet elegant designs. Rooms feature en suite bathrooms, private terraces,...

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Mumbo Island Camp

Lake Malawi

    Located on a pristine, uninhabited island on Lake Malawi, Mumbo Island Camp offers an off-grid, Robinson Crusoe experience. Bursting with rustic charm, the camp provides barefoot luxury amid unspoilt nature, while strong sustainability policies leave minimal footprint on the land and crystal-clear waters.

    There are seven tastefully furnished...

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