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Bua River Lodge

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We are looking forward to welcoming you to this tranquil hidden gem, where you can completely immerse yourself in nature.  We want your stay with us to be memorable, so please let us know how we can help make that happen.

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Take walks along the river
&
enjoy the water and wildlife

Call us on: +265 995 67 21 73 

Leave your troubles at the door ...

Find us nestled within the vast Nkhotakota Wildlife Reserve, Malawi’s oldest and largest national park, a protected area managed by African Parks. 

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Surrounded by miombo woodland on the edge of the Bua River, you will find complete escapism and immersion into the African wilderness. As the seasonal river ebbs and flows, crocodiles bask in the sun, fish Eagles soar majestically overhead and elephants roam free.

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From the moment you arrive and wander down to the Lodge by the river, we invite you to allow the troubles of the world to slip away and enter this bubble of tranquillity.

ROOMS

Peaceful sleeps

Be soothed by the river or the sounds of the wildlife around you as you relax in one of our tents 

OUR SERVICES

Find your own piece of tranquility.....

~ Relax ...

 

For those who just want to unwind, we recommend grabbing the binoculars, a book or a cool drink and find yourself a shady spot to read, snooze or watch the world go by. 

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Directly in front of you the Bua River either rushes by or presents a unique sculptured rock landscape in the dry season. The reds and golds of the rising or setting sun are reflected in the river’s pools.

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Whilst quiet it is never still, a fish breaks the surface of the water, a kingfisher hovers, dragonflies seem to play in the reeds, a troupe of monkeys cheekily saunter past ... 

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and be spoilt ~

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Our meals are based on produce that  is fresh and in season, purchased from the surrounding communities – from this our creative cooks produce fusion dishes, mixing Malawian, African and European favorites together.

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Of an evening we invite you to relax by the camp fire which casts a warm orange glow. There is silence apart from the  sounds of the river and the forest. The stars shine brightly and the moon provides a gentle glow to the water nearby. In the wet season fireflies dance and delight.

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​Our staff will show you the true spirit of the warm heart of Africa - you will never wish to leave.

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Soothing views

SEE & DO

Discover the wilderness

Our guides will take you out on walks through the forest or up along the river. They will share stories of their culture and the history of the area, and help you identify the flora and fauna you pass. For the more adventurous, longer hikes can be organised with the armed Rangers who protect this Reserve.

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Part of the beauty of the place is the potential proximity to wild animals, there are no boundaries and we share the river banks with all the animals of the reserve.

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Other activities such as cultural visits, trips to the educational center in the park, to nearby places of interest or to the lake, pottery making, can be organised  with Management and are subject to availability. We can organise a variety of other activities for groups, so please do ask when making the booking.

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We aim to have as little impact as possible on the environment and do not concrete any of our paths, so things can be a little rough underfoot in places. If you have any concerns or mobility issues, please let us know at booking.

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Where to find us

We are located in

Nkhotakota Wildlife Reserve.

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Just off  the M5 that runs along the edge of Lake Malawi. 

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22km (40mins) north of Nkhotakota town. Only 3 hours from Lilongwe

 

GPS:1 2°50'01.4"S 34°09'39.5"E

Contact

Get in touch, we'd love to hear from you ...

We are looking forward to welcoming you to this tranquil hidden gem, where you can completely immerse yourself in nature.  We want your stay with us to be memorable, so please let us know how we can help make that happen.

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When booking do let us know if there is anything you are specifically looking to do. We can provide guidance on what is available at that time of year.

 

Multiple different nature walks are available. Let us know your level of fitness and how long you'd like to walk for. Guided game drives can include visits to viewing decks and the educational center within the Reserve.

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Aside from delving into nature we can organise pottery making, cooking with our chefs, football with a local school, and various local cultural visits.  Kayaking on the river is sadly not possible, though we can organise trips to the lake. 

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We continue to add activities, so please do ask when you book what is available, as some things are seasonal or group size dependent.

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We are situated in a reserve so suggest a 4x4, though salon cars can make it in the drier seasons. We are happy to organise transfers for you from Lilongwe or Nkhotakota - just let us know at the time of booking.

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We offer reduced rates for groups, welcome families and are able to cater for a variety of dietary requirements.

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Please complete the form below to check availability, book or just to find out more.

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WhatsApp: +27  726905573

PO Box 12, Lozi, Nkhotakota, Malawi

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