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Lodge type; Basic lodge
Location; Lake Malawi
Lodge size; 3 thatched tents

Domwe Island Lodge - is on the largest unpopulated island in Lake Malawi, with a circumference of 11km and a highest point of 400m above lake level. Its exclusive camp is situated behind a small beach on the west side of the island, and comprises five large safari tents tucked into the lush foliage, each fully furnished with its own shaded view-deck and hammock. There is a dining area, bar and water sport gazebo, all of timber, thatch and canvas, and all adhering to the principles of eco-architecture.

Domwe Island offers visitors a unique combination of island and African bush environments. This is due to the island being separated from the mainland by the narrow Ilala Gap which, due to fluctuations in lake level over millennia, has been dry on several occasions. As a result Domwe Island, unlike all other Lake Malawi islands, is well populated with mammals which have crossed onto the island during these dry periods.

The Island lies within an private concession area, in turn part of the Lake Malawi National Park, the first freshwater marine reserve in the world. With crystal clear waters and innumerable species of cichlid fish, the National Park offers what is often considered the best freshwater scuba diving in the world.

Domwe Island is ideal for active guests and those that love observing nature. The island’s size and height permit extensive and challenging nature trails, and kayaking its lengthy shoreline will delight those with a penchant for exploration. Between all these activities, guests can relax in tranquil surroundings with delicious cuisine, shady and secluded hammocks and shimmering waters as the sun sets behind the distant mountains that line the far side of Lake Malawi.

The Lake Malawi National Park is foremost a marine reserve, established for the protection of the cichlid fish and their habitat. As such the National Park presents cichlid enthusiasts with world-class observation opportunities in terms of number and diversity of species, optimum viewing conditions, and ease of access from the camps on Mumbo Island and Domwe Island.

As far as the non-aquatic wildlife is concerned, the islands lend themselves more to a focus on observing the little creatures as opposed to the Big Five.

On Mumbo Island the only mammal present is the Cape Clawless Otter, which is remarkably unafraid of humans and often approaches and joins guests for a snorkel or swim.

Domwe has an eclectic selection of mammals, including samango monkey, civet cat, bushpig, bushbaby, klipspringer and the yellow subspecies of chacma baboon.

As far as reptiles are concerned, both islands are noteworthy for the high occurrence of rainbow skinks and large water monitors in particular. Snakes identified include the variegated bush snake and African rock python (both non-venomous!).

Facilities and activities;
* Snorkeling
* Sea kayaks
* Swimming
* Bird watching
* Fishing
* Sun tanning and relaxing