Kaya Mawa – Green Safaris

Located on the stunning Likoma Island, Kaya Mawa is a boutique lodge that caters to honeymooners, families, and friends looking for a relaxing and luxurious getaway. The name Kaya Mawa means “maybe tomorrow” in Chichewa Nyanja, perfectly capturing the laid-back lakeside living experience it offers. The lodge offers elegant Houses and Rooms that combine style, comfort, and lakeside charm. Guests can enjoy enchanting experiences such as dining under the stars, rejuvenating spa treatments, and snorkeling in the turquoise waters, all contributing to a blissful stay at Kaya Mawa.

Committed to sustainability and community empowerment, Kaya Mawa is Malawi’s first resort to run solely on renewable energy, reflecting its dedication to ethical trade and environmental responsibility. Recognized by Conde Nast Magazine as one of the world’s top ten most romantic destinations, Kaya Mawa is nestled in the southwestern part of Likoma Island on Lake Malawi. Accessible by charter flights from Lilongwe (approximately 50 minutes) followed by a 25-minute road transfer from the airstrip to the lodge, or through scheduled transfers by local lake ferries from various locations along the lakeshore to Likoma Island.

Accommodation options at Kaya Mawa include Standard rooms (Khuyu, Mbungu, Ngani, Msekwa), Family Houses (Ulissa, Yofu), Premium Rooms (Nkwhazi, Mbamba, Makungulu), and Houses (Madimba House, Mainja House, Ndomo Point House). The lodge also features a main restaurant and bar area with a beachfront deck. Kaya Mawa welcomes guests of all ages and is an eco-friendly lodge predominantly powered by solar energy. All rooms are equipped with 220v power supply and built-in multi plugs for convenience.

Activities

Guests can indulge in various activities such as snorkeling with provided masks, snorkels, and fins kayaking and paddle boarding on the beach visiting local attractions like the Katundu Workshop and St. Peters Cathedral or engaging in water sports such as water-skiing, wakeboarding, and Ringo donut rides for an additional fee. For diving enthusiasts, Kaya Mawa offers PADI courses including Discover Scuba (Resort) refresher course, Bubblemaker diving experience for ages 8-10, Open Water course, Advanced course.