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Tongole Wilderness Lodge, Lake Malawi | Timbuktu Travel
Lake Malawi

Tongole Wilderness Lodge

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About Tongole Wilderness Lodge

Luxury eco retreat in unspoilt Malawian wilderness
With no other lodges around for miles, Tongole Wilderness Lodge occupies a sensational place in the Miombo woodland of the 1,800 sqare km Nkhotakota Wildlife Reserve. Based around eco principles of conservation and respect for the environment and community guests can expect to be enthralled by the wilderness of the Nkhotakota Wildlife Reserve, the oldest and least-developed protected area from the Great Rift Valley in the west to Lake Malawi in the east. The setting along the Bau river, a view from every aspect of a lodge that blends effortlessly into its natural surrounds of rock, wood and forest.
Western Shore , Lake Malawi , Malawi
From $710 per person/per night
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The property

The sandy pathways that lead from the chalets join together at a large, central A-frame thatch makes up the main dining and lounge area. Brightly cushioned, low lying fold back chairs provide a communal seating space, steps lead down to a further seating area amongst the brush.A simple bar area leans against creamy colored sloping walls that encase a further upstairs lounge area and spiral stairs ascend into the rooftops for some scenic views over the river and hills beyond.

The rooms

Constructed to blend into the the natural surrounds and using only locally sourced materials Tongole four thatched roof suites and two family chalets are tremendously spacious and well appointed.Crisp white sheets, polished red concrete floors, exopsed rock, marble basins and sunken baths that open up to magnificent views add a subtle level of luxury.A wooden deck with rustic branched balustrade and ornamental wrought iron shutters looks out over the Bua River, perfect for daytime wildlife watching or nighttime star gazing.

Activities

Due to the poaching big game in the area is quite skittish amidst the thick forest and rugged terrain. There are plans for 500 elephants to be introduced into the park by 2017 along with other game species to build up the species diversity of the park. There is still plenty to do from game drives, fly-camping, fishing, canoeing and motor boat trips. A highlight is walking with armed guards through the reserve and birders will get their full.
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How to book Tongole Wilderness Lodge

How do I book Tongole Wilderness Lodge?

Tongole Wilderness 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 Tongole Wilderness 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 Tongole Wilderness Lodge?

Stays at Tongole Wilderness Lodge start from around $710 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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