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Kumbali Country Lodge, Lilongwe | Timbuktu Travel
Lilongwe

Kumbali Country Lodge

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About Kumbali Country Lodge

A lush, bird-filled private paradise a short distance from busy Lilongwe
Looking for some peace outside thronging Lilongwe? We've found it – at a blissful lodge tucked away on a 650-hectare farm a mere 25 minutes from Lilongwe's International Airport. Accessed via a bumpy dirt road, the Kumbali estate lies between the Capital Hill Dairy Farm and the Nkhoma mountain range. This upmarket country lodge is valued for its privacy, and is just the place to relax and unwind. We appreciated the friendly staff, who do a great job of combining smiling service with discretion (as is the norm in Malawi, a country known for the warmth of its welcome).
Lilongwe , Malawi
From $330 per person/per night
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16 Rooms
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The property

With its gorgeous double-volume thatch roof and flooring of light hardwood, the main dining and lounge areas are the perfect place to relax and enjoy the great meals (the homemade breakfast yoghurt is creamily delicious!). The lounge area is furnished with plump couches in burnt orange and creams, with Persian rugs and sparkling candelabra completing the picture. Downstairs, the simply furnished dining and bar area has a covered veranda with comfortable chairs set to make most of the view.

The rooms

Paths through the manicured gardens lead to 14 executive and two deluxe stand-alone thatched suites. Each is incredibly spacious with quietly stylish furnishings and all the home comforts – TV, coffee facilities, fridge (in the deluxe suites), a table and rattan chairs for lounging, and a well-sized bathroom with tub and shower. Beautifully large beds with crisp linen and mosquito netting face out over a private terrace furnished with comfy armchairs intended for birdwatching, lazing or simply kicking back.

Activities

If you feel like exploring beyond the property and its resident wildlife, enquire about the other activities that can be arranged through the lodge. Take a stroll to Kumbali Cultural Village to experience local food, have a drink at the bar, browse the arts and crafts stalls, and get an insight into the rich tradition and culture of the Malawian people. Visit a working dairy farm and a permaculture centre, and take guided tours of the town and countryside.
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How to book Kumbali Country Lodge

How do I book Kumbali Country Lodge?

Kumbali Country Lodge can be booked with Timbuktu as part of a tailor-made Malawi trip, rather than as a standalone room reservation. Start online, customising one of our recommended Malawi trips featuring Kumbali Country Lodge or get advice and suggestions from one of our Malawi specialists who will design the trip around your dates, check availability and handle every booking for you.

How much does it cost to stay at Kumbali Country Lodge?

Stays at Kumbali Country Lodge start from around $330 per person per night as part of a tailor-made trip. The exact price depends on your travel dates, room type and the shape of the rest of your itinerary. A Timbuktu travel specialist can give you an accurate quote for your dates.

Kumbali Country Lodge

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Lilongwe

Lively yet laidback, modern yet traditional, Lilongwe is a classic capital city of two halves.