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Mkulumadzi Lodge, Majete Reserve | Timbuktu Travel
Majete Reserve

Mkulumadzi Lodge

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About Mkulumadzi Lodge

Dine under the stars in relaxed seclusion on the banks of the Shire River
Back in 2002, Malawi's Majete Wildlife Reserve wasn't in a good way. But, thanks to joint efforts by the government and African Parks, its 7,000 hectares were re-populated with a variety of species, and robust anti poaching policies put in place. Today, it's one of the outstanding success stories of African conservation, and the only park in Malawi where you can see the Big Five. And now there's even a lodge to accommodate the steady trickle of tourists - effortlessly chic Mkulumadzi, located on the edge of the magnificent Shire River and encased in impressive giant leadwood trees. It just keeps getting better and better.
Majete Reserve , Malawi
From $390 per person/per night
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8 Rooms
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The property

Arriving at the lodge via a suspended foot bridge is quite the entrance, and the charm doesn't end there! The main area is a high-ceilinged construction, with marbled concrete flooring and a myriad of tree trunks, twisting their way through the floor and around the sofas and armchairs. Cool off from a game drive in the outdoor pool overlooking the river, the sound of hippos in your ear and a G&T in hand.

The rooms

Spacious and really quite contemporary, the eight chalets are perfectly positioned for the best views over the Shire River wherever you are, be it the sunken bathtub, the outdoor rain shower or the enormous bed. Soft, earthy tones and locally crafted tables and chairs mirror the leadwood and wild mango trees outside, and the sloping, vegetated roofs successfully blend the chalets into the surroundings and keeps things cool when the temperature rises. Outside, two directors chairs on the private deck make a perfect river-watching spot during siesta time.

Activities

Game drives and walking safaris are offered in the mornings and late afternoons, and both can yield sightings of the Big Five, as well as sable, eland and Lichtenstein’s hartebeest. River cruises amongst the snorting hippo are also offered, and for the more laid back, the large viewing deck and pool at camp is perfect for some shady time out. Community visits to the nearby villages can also be arranged, if it's a spot of culture you're looking for.
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How to book Mkulumadzi Lodge

How do I book Mkulumadzi Lodge?

Mkulumadzi 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 Mkulumadzi 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 Mkulumadzi Lodge?

Stays at Mkulumadzi Lodge start from around $390 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.

Mkulumadzi Lodge

Malawi

Majete Wildlife Reserve

The country’s first Big Five reserve is beautiful, rugged and a real conservation success story.