Luxury 'hippos' lodge intertwined with surrounding nature
Mvuu Lodge is a small intimate lodge, stunningly located on the banks of a lagoon just off the Shire River on the western boundary of Liwonde National Park. This lush nature reserve of marshes, open savannah, forests and mountains is home to a great diversity of fauna and flora. Mvuu means "hippos" in the local Tonga language.
Eight luxury en-suite safari tents are discreetly tucked away in thick banks. From the wooden terrace you can see, with or without binoculars, bathing elephants, passing game and colorful birds. During boat safaris, guided morning walks in nature or afternoon game drives, you'll look for large herds of elephants, masses of hippos, huge crocodiles, many species of antelopes, lions and leopards. This area is a great destination for bird lovers, especially along the river many bird species are observed. Take the bike to a local village and meet the residents, a fascinating cultural experience.
Mvuu Lodge offers just the right combination of safari and relaxation during your Malawi safari. An idyllic place to admire the red sinking sun, sipping on a G&T.
Tips & tops from Mvuu Lodge:
- Exclusive accommodation with only eight spacious luxury tents
- En-suite bathroom with stone bath, indoor and outdoor shower
- Wooden terrace with stunning views of the palm-lined lagoon full of grunting hippos
- An invigorating natural rock pool
- Relax in the shade with a book from the well-stocked library
- No television, Wi-Fi or GSM range
- The only place in Malawi to see the Big Five
- Exciting boat safaris in a stable handmade wooden boat
- With the 4x4 by the wonderful nature of Liwonde
- Morning walks under expert guidance
- Cycle through the park or to a neighbouring village
- Rhino tracking... a must
- The Shire River is home to some very large crocodiles
- More than 300 bird species to spot such as Palmnut vulture, Pel's fish owl, Bohm bee eater, Lilian's dwarf parrot, bat hawk and Livingstone's fly catcher
- Visit the nearby Nanthomba broad school or clinic
- Children +12 years welcome