Kaya Mawa
Conde Nast listed Kaya Mawa as one of their 10 most romantic places in the world, and it’s hard to disagree. Built entirely by hand, in partnership with the local community the lodge is the epitome of rustic chic and has an unbeatable location right on the edge of Lake Malawi. Conde Nast listed Kaya Mawa as one of their 10 most romantic places in the world, and it’s hard to disagree. Built entirely by hand, in partnership with the local community the lodge is the epitome of rustic chic and has an unbeatable location right on the edge of Lake Malawi.
Conde Nast listed Kaya Mawa as one of their 10 most romantic places in the world, and it’s hard to disagree. Built entirely by hand, in partnership with the local community the lodge is the epitome of rustic chic and has an unbeatable location right on the edge of Lake Malawi. Conde Nast listed Kaya Mawa as one of their 10 most romantic places in the world, and it’s hard to disagree. Built entirely by hand, in partnership with the local community the lodge is the epitome of rustic chic and has an unbeatable location right on the edge of Lake Malawi.
Location
Likoma is the larger of two small islands situated in the centre of Lake Malawi. Only a small fishing community has inhabited the island since its discovery by Scottish Missionaries at the end of the 19th Century.
On the south-western tip of the island there is a crescent shaped beach, surrounded by Mango trees and ancient baobabs where you will find Kaya Mawa Lodge.
On the south-western tip of the island there is a crescent shaped beach, surrounded by Mango trees and ancient baobabs where you will find Kaya Mawa Lodge.
Accommodation
The lodge consists of eleven stone and teak framed thatched cottages set into a granite headland. There are three standard rooms, four premium rooms, two houses ideal for groups of friends or older families and two family houses which are perfect for families with younger children.
The dining room, perched on top of a scenic peninsular allows guests to enjoy breath-taking views over the mountains and wilderness of Mozambique to one side and Malawi to the west. It combines local and western cuisine with a choice of dining areas – inside or on the open-air deck.
When you feel the need for a sundowner, the bar is set next to a stunning freshwater rock pool fed by a waterfall beside which guests can sit to cool off. For those in need of a little pampering, Decleor Spa treatments can be enjoyed in the Spa room perched above the crystal-clear waters of the lake.
When you feel the need for a sundowner, the bar is set next to a stunning freshwater rock pool fed by a waterfall beside which guests can sit to cool off. For those in need of a little pampering, Decleor Spa treatments can be enjoyed in the Spa room perched above the crystal-clear waters of the lake.
Experiences
Guests can enjoy excellent snorkelling and diving among the coral gardens growing around the bay, and can also go boating and on guided bird watching trips. The adventures continue on land where you can explore the island by mountain bike, quad bike or on foot enjoying its beauty, travelling through baobab and mango tree forest and exploring deserted white sandy beaches.
You will receive the warmest of welcomes from the 9000 inhabitants of the island when exploring the villages. The saying goes that you cannot get lost on Likoma, as there will always be friendly, helpful residents eager to show you the way home. Tours of the local workshops are fascinating and a must for any visitor with an interest in the culture of the local community. You will also learn of the islands unusual history, which led in the early 20th century to the construction of a gigantic Anglican cathedral – one of the largest in all of Africa.
You will receive the warmest of welcomes from the 9000 inhabitants of the island when exploring the villages. The saying goes that you cannot get lost on Likoma, as there will always be friendly, helpful residents eager to show you the way home. Tours of the local workshops are fascinating and a must for any visitor with an interest in the culture of the local community. You will also learn of the islands unusual history, which led in the early 20th century to the construction of a gigantic Anglican cathedral – one of the largest in all of Africa.
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