LAKE SHORE

Lake Malawi is famed for the abundance and diversity of its fish life and holds a greater array of freshwater fish species (over 1 000) than any other lake on Earth and more than all of Europe and North America combined. The majority of these are colourful fish called cichlids (their local name is mbuna) of which the Lake contains more than 400 types, 30% of all known species. Other fish species such as chambo form the primary protein source of the people that live on the lakeshore and beyond.

ITINERARIES

We have a great selection of sample itineraries below that we have created to provide you with everything you need for a fantastic holiday. These itineraries can be amended to suit your requirements, please get in touch to discuss your bespoke safari.

Premier Malawi – Silver Plus

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Classic Malawi (Mumbo)

FEATURED CAMPS

We have the best selection of resorts & camps in Lake Shore to suit all of your needs and requirements. If you would like any additional information on any of these resorts & camps, please contact us directly.

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Pumulani

Nkwichi Lodge

Mumbo Island Camp

Kaya Mawa

Chintheche Inn

FEATURED CAMPS

VISITING LAKE SHORE

Much of this outstanding underwater diversity is protected within the Lake Malawi National Park, the first park in the world set aside for the protection of freshwater fish and a World Heritage Site.

At approximately 365 miles long and up to 53 miles wide (hence it is often called the ‘calendar lake’), Lake Malawi constitutes roughly 20% of Malawi’s surface area. It dominates the eastern side of the country and harbours a wide range of underwater habitats. There are also a number of granitic islands dotted across the Lake while on its shores, fertile soils, lush woodland and baobabs occur amongst numerous fishing villages and mammals such as baboon, vervet monkey, rock hyrax, sun squirrel and hippo are frequently seen. Along the lakeshore, numerous bird species are found, particularly waterbirds. Nearby remnant patches of lowland forest harbour further exciting bird species including Grey-olive Greenbul and Narina Trogon. The central lakeshore is renowned for its golden beaches.

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