Jan
Green seasonWildlife: Rainy season; seasonal closure begins in mid-January.
Rainy season; seasonal closure begins in mid-January.
Lake Malawi, Malawi
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Fully inclusive
Sailing, Snorkelling and 10 more
10 rooms
Standard Rooms, Nkhwazi, Mbamba and 4 more · Sleeps up to 32 guests
All ages welcome
Family rooms available
By air
15 min from Likoma Island
Wi-Fi in rooms
Solar power
From about A$1,740
per room / night
Overview
Kaya Mawa sits among the rocks and sandy beaches of Likoma Island in Lake Malawi. Its individually designed rooms and houses suit couples and families, with lake-facing outdoor spaces and private pools in selected accommodation. Days revolve around the water: snorkelling, kayaking, paddleboarding and sailing are included, alongside birding and a tour of the community garden. The beachfront lounge offers a place to unwind, while the spa sits on a rocky outcrop linked to the beach by a boardwalk. Local craftsmanship shapes the interiors, including pieces made by Katundu artisans from upcycled materials.
“A good fit for couples and families who want a lakeside break with plenty to do, from included snorkelling and sailing to time in the beachfront lounge.”
Known for
Lake activities and island birding make Kaya Mawa a relaxed freshwater retreat.
Your stay
Diving, spa treatments, waterskiing, wakeboarding and vehicle island drives cost extra. Around-the-island boat tours are also paid excursions. Sunset cruises also cost extra.
Facilities
Rooms
Sleeps up to 32 guests
Activities
Getting there
Good to know
When to go
Wildlife: Rainy season; seasonal closure begins in mid-January.
Rainy season; seasonal closure begins in mid-January.
Wildlife: Closed for the seasonal break.
Closed for the seasonal break.
Wildlife: Seasonal closure continues until mid-March; rainy-season conditions follow.
Seasonal closure continues until mid-March; rainy-season conditions follow.
Wildlife: Rainy season; underwater visibility dips.
Rainy season; underwater visibility dips.
Wildlife: Dry season, with cloudless skies and calm water.
Dry season, with cloudless skies and calm water.
Wildlife: Dry season; best diving visibility.
Dry season; best diving visibility.
Wildlife: Dry season; best diving visibility.
Dry season; best diving visibility.
Wildlife: Dry season; best diving visibility.
Dry season; best diving visibility.
Wildlife: Dry season; best diving visibility.
Dry season; best diving visibility.
Wildlife: Dry season, with cloudless skies and calm water.
Dry season, with cloudless skies and calm water.
Wildlife: Rains bring lusher vegetation; underwater visibility dips.
Rains bring lusher vegetation; underwater visibility dips.
Wildlife: Rains bring lusher vegetation; underwater visibility dips.
Rains bring lusher vegetation; underwater visibility dips.
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Details checked October 2026. Rates and availability are confirmed when you enquire.