Located on the pristine shores of Mumbo Island on Lake Malawi, this uninhabited tropical island is home to Mumbo Island Camp, an off-the-grid camp offering guests an incredible chance to reconnect with nature and find true solitude. Experience Lake Malawi's world-class freshwater snorkeling and diving, explore the maze of massive underwater boulders and swim amongst innumerable species of colorful fish in the lake's calm, clear waters.
Mumbo Island accommodates fourteen guests in thatch canvas tents with shaded decks, hammocks, hot bucket showers and 'eco-loos'. The decor at Mumob Island maintains the camp's green ethos, and a majority of the furnishings are locally sourced from the nearby villages or elsewhere in Malawi.
After a full day of snorkeling, exploring the lake or relaxing guests gather in the timber dining area, enjoying the views out over Lake Malawi. Enjoy the rustic charm and reconnect with nature at this island lodge.
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Island Chalet
The tiny camp caters for only fourteen guests (five double chalets and one four-bed forest unit). The chalets are tastefully furnished with shaded decks, hammocks, hot bucket showers and ‘eco-loos’.
Everything was amazing! The planning with Adventure Life went smoothly. The actual trip was fantastic! One of the best trips I have experienced. The cruise staff members were knowledgeable and attentive. I will be writing more about this on the blog!
Justin Chappelle
TrustScore 4.8 | 174 reviews
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1 day ago
The trip was not only memorable for the amount of animals we saw but also for the people and accommodations at the two camps where we stayed. Our first guide, BK, was a wealth of information about the animals, landscape and down to the plants and what they were used for. Everyday out was a learning experience with him. All the people at the camps were gracious and the food was excellent.
Our second camp in the Okavanga was just as good as the first as far as the staff, accommodations, food and animals. After our experience at the first camp we amazed that the high quality remained the same. Our guide, G, made sure we were able to enjoy every experience including a rush through the bush to witness a cheetah and an ensuing hunt that he heard over his radio.
In both camps there were enough guides out that if they saw something the other guides were informed which helped in seeing as much as possible. It was also nice that the concessions were large enough that we did not have vehicles following each other throughout the day.
Normally there is always something in a trip of this length that we think could be improved upon but this is the rare case where we cannot think of anything. From the time we left the States to when we returned it was one of the most hassle free vacations we took.
Perhaps emphasizing the use of the laundry facilities at the camps would be useful because of the luggage restrictions would be the only thing I can think of as an improvement to future clients.
Kenneth Dropek
2 days ago
Mary was so pleasant and professional. She made sure all of our questions were answered.