Kumbali Lake Retreat is an eco-friendly lodge on the beautiful shores of Lake Malawi. Owned and run by the same family who own Kumbali Country Lodge in Lilongwe, Kumbali Lake Retreat comes with the same familiar home away from home feel with comfort and nature as the main focus.

The property is built into the side of Lifuwu Hill which is home to the indigenous Samango Monkey. Offering 5 individually thatched chalets each with a private outdoor lavatory and hot water shower, private khonde, walk-in mosquito nets, double or twin beds, ample storage space and breath taking views of the world famous Lake Malawi. Kumbali Lake Retreat now also has a family chalet and bungalow.

All meals are provided, and there is a well-stocked cash bar. Kumbali Lake Retreat provides the perfect setting for a sundown boat trip around the bay where you can feed the sh eagles and take in the luxury of your surroundings followed by a drink of your choice while watching the sun set.

Activities include sundown boat trips, boat trips to Bird or Mbenje Island, kayaking, beach volleyball, snorkelling, and hikes up the hill. Other attractions in the area are the rice project, crocodile farm & tropical sh farm. On the new pontoon, Kumbali Lake Retreat are now offering safari boat trips to view birds, hippos and Malawi’s famous tropical Cichlids ( sh). Corporate functions, Bachelor & Hen parties can also be arranged.