Rated by Conde Nast Magazine as one of the planet’s top ten most romantic destinations, Kaya Mawa is a relaxation haven situated on the shores of Lake Malawi’s stunning Likoma Island.
Kaya Mawa, meaning “Maybe Tomorrow", offers the authentic African beach destination, an amazing escape in itself, before or after your safari.
The perfect spot for self-guided walking and birding, complete relaxation, holistic therapies or to enjoy a range of water sports. Arriving on the island’s airstrip you will experience the warmest welcome by the friendliest of people.
Back to Likoma Island
Location
Kaya Mawa is located on the south western top of Likoma island on Lake Malawi. Accessed via scheduled or chartered flights from Lilongwe and Mfuwe and then a short drive across the island to the property.
Information
Each room at Kaya Mawa has a different design and location on the Island and we will assist you in choosing the room that we feel suits you best. Below is some information and pictures to give you an insight into what they have:
4 Standard rooms – Khuyu, Mbungu, Ngani & Msekwa
2 Standard Family Houses on the beach – Ulissa & Yofu
3 Premium Rooms – Nkwhazi, Mbamba & Makengulu
3 Houses – Madimba House, Mainja House and the beautiful Ndomo Point House which sleeps 8 people in 4 bedrooms.
Features Include:
Fan
Mosquito Net
En-Suite Bathroom – depending on the villa chosen there is either an indoor bath or shower or an outdoor shower
Safe
Hairdryer on request due to power restrictions
Plug Points with 220V built in multi plugs
Decks
Private Plunge Pools in the Premium Rooms and Houses
Private Infinity and Plunge Pools in the Houses and Premium Rooms
Spa
Gift Shop
Main Restaurant and bar with Deck on the beach For guests staying at Ndomo Point House meals will be served there privately
There is a wide range of activities available at Kaya Mawa and you can do as much or as little as you like. Inclusive activities include:
Walking or biking around the island
Visiting Katundu Textile Project
Swimming and snorkeling in the lake
Kayaking
Stand up boarding, and sailing
Other activities that can be booked at an extra cost include:
Scuba diving (Kaya Mawa is an accredited PADI dive center with an in-house dive instructor)
Watersports with 3 boats available for wakeboarding, waterskiing and knee boarding
Quad bike tours
Spa Treatments
Kite Surfing
Children of all ages are welcome. Kaya Mawa is an ideal family holiday destination
There are 2 Standard Family Houses (Ulissa and Yofu), 1 Premium House (Mainja) as well as Ndomo Point House which are ideal for families
1st April – 4th January April to November (Summer Climate perfect for the beach)
June to August (Cooler months 20-25 degrees during the day)
Rains – December - April
Green Safaris continues to support the Katundu community workshop at Kaya Mawa, to produce stunning artcraft from recycled materials.
Green Safaris runs a community farming project on the island and purchases fresh produce from the community. They help fund and facilitate the building of various schools on the island as well as running a reforestation, recycling and waste management program.
Kaya Mawa is being designed to operate 100% on solar power with a new solar farm recently invested on the island. In addition, Green Safaris is investing into Electric Quad Bikes and will be introducing an eLandy.
The whole island is run off a generator
The lodge has an invertor system and solar power for its water
WIFI is available in the area by the office
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