Lake Malawi

Lukwe Eco Camp

Q: How much does it cost to stay at Lukwe Eco Camp?

Stays at Lukwe Eco Camp start from around US$10 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.

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Lukwe Eco Camp

About Lukwe Eco Camp

Located between the lake and the highlands, this is a gem in the forests.

In the northern reaches of Malawi, sandwiched between the lake and the Nyika Plateau, Lukwe Eco Camp sits perched on the edge of the Great Rift Valley. Meaning "a place of natural beauty", it certainly lives up to its name. And not only that - it really is an eco camp, built with sustainably sourced local timber, solar energy and water-free toilets that provide fertiliser for the on-site veggie garden. The idyllic spot boasts an 80-metre waterfall that plunges into an untamed, forested gorge and simply begs to be explored. Between the hiking and swimming, Lukwe provides the perfect spot to relax, soak up some extraordinary views and watch nature unfold around you.

Lake Malawi , Malawi

From $10 per person/per night

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The property

The main deck, built on stilts on the side of a steep cliff, feels like it’s on the edge of the world - in a good way. It's home to the restaurant and bar, shaded by a combination of thatch, umbrellas and a leafy canopy. The kitchen serves up only the freshest ingredients (prepared on a wood stove), and of course a brew of home-grown coffee. There's a lovely fireplace to keep you warm on chilly evenings, and a cool hanging bench where you can shoot the breeze. All the woodwork is made by one of the owners, Auke, and his love for this place and his craft truly shines through.

The rooms

A variety of simple, but cosy accommodation is available at Lukwe. There are several thatched chalets built of reeds, as well as a few newer canvas tents under reed shelters. All have a double bed, small cupboard and a deck at the front. Bathrooms are communal and basic - showers heated by donkey boilers and composting toilets - but are kept spotlessly clean. Besides a cup of tea, coffee or freshly squeezed orange juice brought to you in the morning, there are no other amenities to speak of. There is also a leafy campsite where you can pitch your own tent for a much-reduced rate, accompanied by a well-equipped kitchen.

Activities

Your first stop is likely to be the spectacular 80-metre high Manchewe Falls, just a few minutes walk from camp. There are also plenty of other beautiful trails around, lasting from a few hours to a whole day, from the Chombe Plateau to the town of Livingstonia, through the community and their coffee smallholdings. Between the rainforest and the woodland there's an abundance of wildlife to look out for - over 400 species of birds, 200 species of orchids, plus monkeys, baboons, bushbabies, otters, jackals, frogs and a whole lot more. Both Nyika National Park and the Vwaza Marsh Wildlife Reserve are easily accessible from Lukwe.

Why we love it

The spectacular cliff-side location. Here, you're surrounded by forest and can see all the way to the lake.

Insiders Tip

As far as possible, the food here is served straight from the organic garden. What is it about home-grown, farm-fresh fare that makes it taste so much better than anything else?

Something to think about

The camp is quite off the beaten track and you'll need a 4x4 to get here. Be prepared for a few bumps along the way too!

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How do I book Lukwe Eco Camp?

Lukwe Eco Camp 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 Lukwe Eco Camp 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 Lukwe Eco Camp?

Stays at Lukwe Eco Camp start from around $10 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.

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