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Reasons To
Visit Malawi

  • Beaches

    The majestic Lake Malawi covers a fifth of the country, its sparkling waters stretching for 500 kilometres. Fringed by idyllic sandy beaches, it is often more reminiscent of the ocean off a tropical island than a rare body of water in a landlocked African country.

    Beaches

  • Birds

    With excellent guides and a range of water habitats, Malawi is a great destination for birding enthusiasts. Possibly best of all is the Nyika Plateau, home to a range of species that you will not find in neighbouring countries due to its utterly unique environment.

    Birds

  • Colonial History

    Always peaceful and welcoming, Malawi boasts a rich cultural and colonial heritage. An integral part of the missionary route trodden by Livingstone and his followers, echoes can be seen in Blantyre and Zomba, but nowhere is it more apparent than at the awesome St Peter’s Cathedral on Likoma Island.

    Colonial History

  • Diving and snorkelling

    For the freshwater and cychlid enthusiast, Lake Malawi is a spectacular arena for snorkelling and diving. On the lake there are several places that offer top class snorkelling and diving spots, including Kaya Mawa on Likoma Island and Danforth Yachting in the Cape Maclear area.

    Diving and snorkelling

  • Tea Plantations

    In the shadow of Mount Mulanje, the tea plantations of Thyolo are a wonderfully relaxed place to visit and enjoy the brilliant green fields, mahogany forests and small water falls. Time can be spent learning about how the tea is made or exploring the lush landscapes under your own steam.

    Tea Plantations

  • Tropical Fish

    Lake Malawi is a mecca for enthusiasts of smaller aquatic life, with more freshwater fish species than Europe and North America combined. The sparkling tropical waters are filled with over 1,000 different rainbow-coloured cychlid fish, many of which are endemic to the lake.

    Tropical Fish

  • Wildlife

    Malawi isn't a Big 5 Safari destination however Liwonde National Park does offer beautiful riverine scenery, large herds of elephant, big hippo pods, crocs, several different antelope species and a myriad of bird species including the rare Pels Fishing Owl. The boat safaris are a real highlight here. With a couple of new camps opening up Malawi's Majete Reserve is also an intriguing destination for those seeking an off the beaten track wildlife experience with the chance to see black rhino, elephant, buffalo and a variety of plains game.

    Wildlife

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Accommodation in Malawi: Pumulani Lodge

Pumulani is a first class property that is in a stunning location overlooking one of the world's greatest freshwater lakes. It is owned by Robin Pope Safari's and was their first property in Malawi.

Pumulani, Lake Malawi
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Our Rating: First Class

Pumulani Lodge

The Southern Lakeshore & Cape Maclear

Pumulani Lodge is is owned by Robin Pope Safari's and was their first property in Malawi.

A steep, winding driveway leads you to the main lodge, which is completely open fronted and has fabulous views out over the lake. There is an open decking area, for breakfast and dinner with a view, as well as a small bar and dining room.

From here a winding wooden pathway leads through the rocks to a tiny lagoon area, where pied kingfishers swoop in and out of the water each morning. Nearby, there's a fire spot amongst the rocks, where a campfire is lit each evening, and guests gather for sundowners (if they're not out watching the dusk fall on the lodge's traditional dhow).

Steps lead down from the main lodge to the swimming pool, and further down still is the beach, where there is a small bar and lunch is often eaten under a giant mango tree. There are quite a few steps here - these are absolutely fine for anyone who can walk up a reasonable sized hill, but if you find this tricky, do let the lodge staff know as they can run you down in the small golf cart belonging to the lodge.

The rooms themselves are vast. All ten of them have been individually designed in a chic, modern, South African style. As each room is built amongst the rocks and trees, they are all slightly different, but each one has a large bedroom, bathroom and sitting room, with two verandahs to enjoy the views! The bedrooms all come with sweeping mosquito nets and overhead fans.

The bathrooms have double monsoon showers, as well as roll-top baths, and the sitting rooms have comfortable wooden furniture and a small collection of books on Malawi and the fascinating flora and fauna of the lake.

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