Lake Malawi

Madzi Kuwala Lake Retreat

Q: How much does it cost to stay at Madzi Kuwala Lake Retreat?

Stays at Madzi Kuwala Lake Retreat start from around US$90 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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Madzi Kuwala Lake Retreat

About Madzi Kuwala Lake Retreat

Self-catering comfort in idyllic seclusion on the shores of Lake Malawi

Malawi is a sliver of a country, humble but ablaze with scenic beauty and wide-smiled people. And with Lake Malawi stretching nearly 350 km from north to south, the country is a tropical paradise. Madzi Kuwala Lake Retreat is a fully equipped self-catering family home on the lake's southern shore. With six rooms, all the mod cons and private staff, the retreat is just the place to kick off your travelling shoes and feel the holiday vibe. The grounds are visited by baboons, vervet monkeys, monitor lizards and bush babies; and ospreys guard the private beach. Sheer bliss...

Cape Maclear , Lake Malawi , Malawi

From $90 per person/per night

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6 Rooms

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Property details

The property

The 30-year-old villa has been refurbished with guests in mind. Its decor is a stylish blend of rustic art, contemporary furnishings and mod cons. The lounge is spacious, with a lovely stone fireplace at its heart. The kitchen is small but adequate. There's a big veranda with sofas that overlook the lawn and its exemplary sausage tree. The lake is just a few metres away – boulders and the private beach are the only interruptions between you and the vista.

The rooms

You'll find six bedrooms, each with different sleeping configurations and various amenities, but all are modernly furnished and comfortable. One room offers a king-sized bed and en-suite bathroom with shower. Another room has two single beds and an en-suite bathroom with shower. The remaining four bedrooms offer a bunk bed (ideal for two young children), two single beds, a double bed and a king-sized bed and share two bathrooms. All rooms have adequate cupboard space, mosquito nets and ceiling fan.

Activities

There's lots to do in the area if you're willing to leave your private paradise. Monkey Bay offers a host of dive and boat-centred activities, from snorkelling and scuba diving to a sunset cruise. Boat excursions can also be arranged at nearby Norman Carr cottage, a short walk down the beach.The boathouse on the property has a few well-loved windsurfing boards you're welcome to use. Otherwise, cast a line, walk the lake's edge and relax poolside to your heart's content.

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How to book Madzi Kuwala Lake Retreat

How do I book Madzi Kuwala Lake Retreat?

Madzi Kuwala Lake Retreat 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 Madzi Kuwala Lake Retreat 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 Madzi Kuwala Lake Retreat?

Stays at Madzi Kuwala Lake Retreat start from around $90 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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