National Park

Kuthengo Camp

Nestled on the banks of the Shire River, under the shade of the ancient Boabab trees is Kuthengo Camp in Liwonde National Park, Malawi. There you can wake up with to birdsong in your own safari tent filled with luxurious features, like an outdoor shower and air-conditioning. Whatever time of year, Liwonde is a treasure trove of natural sights ready for you to savour. And after all the sights, you can head back to camp and enjoy delicious meals under the stars, and a nightcap round the campfire as you retell the magical moments of your day. Unspoilt and unpopulated, the wilderness around Kuthengo Camp allows you to escape from it all and find yourself in the true heart of nature, as you spot creatures big and small from your own private viewing deck looking out across the water. Here nature rules the plains, and you can sit back and bask in the glory of its kingdom.

Mvuu Lodge

Located in the majesty of Liwonde National Park, Mvuu Lodge is an intimate safari lodge, composed of just eight luxury tents, each sitting along the banks of the Shire River. Whether from the privacy of your tent’s own viewing deck, out on the river, or on a game drive across the park, a stay here is all about nature. From the calm of the lounge to perching at the bar, you can enjoy the sweet melody of birdsong as it floats out from the branches around you. Whilst out on game drives and boat trips, you can spot the eyes of hippos peeking above the water’s surface and see elephants roaming the vast landscape. Staying at Mvuu Lodge gives you a wonderful balance of relaxation, adventure and culture; it has plenty of opportunities for relaxing by the pool, dining on delicious local meals and exploring indigenous history and the rhythms of local life. Visit Mvuu Lodge and dive in to the nature abundant all around you in Liwonde National Park!

Mvuu Camp

Mvuu Camp has a spectacular vantage point along the Shire River that draws all manner of fauna to its banks. The camp, comprising 14 units as well as a nearby campsite, is a clever mix of spacious stone and canvas chalets and specially designed family tents. An impressive thatched dining and lounge area offers a magnificent river vista that is framed by two large baobab trees. Dinners are sometimes held under the stars in a specially constructed boma. A custom-built education and conference centre with facilities for up to 40 delegates or smaller corporate and team building functions is available.

Blue Zebra Island Lodge

The exclusive Blue Zebra Island Lodge is situated on Nankoma Island, part of the Marelli Archipelago in Lake Malawi National Park (UNESCO World Heritage site). The 3 islands are home to a vast array of fresh water fish, including some of the most rare and colourful in the world. The islands support diverse flora and fauna and are a bird watcher’s paradise. A unique set-up with 9 en-suite safari-style tented chalets and 1 Superior Cottage overlooking the lake. Secluded executive chalets boast stunning views from private balconies, some with lake access. The chalets are set in an unspoiled environment, immersed in nature. Activities: nature trails, birding, kayaking, snorkelling, wake boarding, water skiing, tubing, sunset cruise, seasonal scuba diving. Relaxing at the Infinity Pool.

Mumbo Island Camp

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 bird watching. Guests have the option of boating or paddling to explore the granitic islands of the Lake.

Chelinda Camp

Chelinda Camp, situated within Nyika National Park, overlooks a crystal-clear dam with views out onto the open grasslands of the High Nyika Plateau. The camp has two types of accommodation. Four chalets each with two bedrooms, bathrooms, a lounge, dining area with fireplace, and small kitchen are ideal for private groups with their own guide; private meals can be enjoyed in the chalet. Six twin-bedded en-suite rooms with either a bath or shower are also available; guests here take meals in the nearby main area, which has a large dining, bar and lounge area complete with comfortable furnishings and an inviting fireplace. This unique area is explored via day and night game drives, walks and mountain biking. The area has a host of birding specials such as Bar-tailed Trogon, White-chested Alethe and Denham’s Bustard.

Chelinda Lodge

Located within the Nyika National Park in northern Malawi, Chelinda Lodge offers you a luxurious safari experience within the peaceful, undisturbed landscape of the Nyika Plateau. Nyika is Swahili for hinterland, a wilderness unlike any other, and this ecosystem offers you an abundance of animal and plant life to marvel at. Take a game drive out into the grassland and spot zebras and antelope, or take part in a night drive and see if you can find the elusive leopards – many people do! At Chelinda Lodge, they have perfectly balanced the rugged wilderness with luxurious elements, like their fantastic gourmet dinners. No two days are the same; choose to venture out over the highlands on mountain bikes, or laze around the forest on the lodge’s doorstep. Within the beauty of Nyika National Park, nature is abundant, just as the opportunity to explore it is too.

Bwindi Lodge

Bwindi Lodge, overlooking the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest is undoubtedly the finest luxury lodge in the Bwindi area. The lodge’s elevated location raised high amid the jungle canopies across a serene stream offers spectacular views of the encompassing forest-scape. The lodge is perfectly situated for a Ugandan jungle gorilla tracking experience, including frequent sightings of gorillas that come to relax in the verdant bush around the lodge. The luxury forest lodge in Bwindi, fully renovated in 2018, now features a redesigned guest lounge and dining area that brings the feel of the forest into the stylish interiors. The main living area has a central fireplace which acts as a focal point for guests to relax and discuss their gorilla tracking experiences. A newly designed outdoor terrace gives dramatic views of the impenetrable forest and is a great place to spot the monkeys and birds hidden in the foliage.

Gorilla Safari Lodge

Gorilla Safari Lodge lies on the boundary line of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, amidst the banana and guava trees that offer the lodge a sense of privacy and seclusion. The landscape is rich with vegetation, offering views of the forest jungle which has stood for tens of thousands of years. Just five minutes from the starting point for tracking the Nshongi group of mountain gorillas, Gorilla Safari Lodge is a luxurious setting that features eight spacious chalets, each with their own private verandahs and stunning views of the tropical rainforest. The colourful selection of flowers and flora offers a beautiful and tranquil setting, and the many bird species who live here, 23 of which are endemic to the area, can be heard singing from the treetops.

Mahogany Springs Lodge

Mahogany Springs Lodge is set high on the sloping banks of the Munyanga River, overlooking the tropical haven that is Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, and the stunning Virunga Volcanoes. The lodge and 12 luxurious suites are spaced apart to allow for privacy, and offer incredible panoramic views over the grounds, river and verdant forest. Situated just a couple of minutes away from the Gorilla tracking starting point, Mahogany Springs Lodge provides guests with the incredible opportunity to visit the habituated gorillas and enjoy the tranquil surroundings of the forests and riverside. The main building features a fully stocked bar, where guests can order fabulous cocktails or a nice glass of wine, which can be taken back to your suite and enjoyed out on your private terrace while you take in the astonishing surroundings and listen to the sounds of nearby wildlife.

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