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5 night live-aboard sailing safari on Lake Malawi  •  OTHER PACKAGES

Day 1: Danforth Lodge
Road transfer from Lilongwe to Senga Bay. The yacht will be anchored in a sheltered bay at Senga Bay awaiting guests arrival. Set sail across to Cape Maclear. Enjoy a light meal, drinks and snacks on board. Overnight at Danforth Yachting luxury lodge.

Day 2: Danforth Lodge
Spend the day at Danforth Yachting lodge enjoying the variety of water sports and activities. Go scuba diving, snorkeling, waterskiing, sailing on Hobie-Cats, mountain biking, take a nature walk, swim, or just rest and relax. Dinner and overnight at Danforth Yachting lodge.

Day 3: Monkey Bay
After breakfast, load the yacht ready for 3 nights on board. Sail south from Cape Maclear to Monkey Bay, stopping in at Monkey Bay Harbour to see the vessels, both old and new. Sail on further south past Nkudzi bay. Stop off for a drink at one of the local lodges. Overnight at anchor on board the yacht "Mufasa".

Day 4: Boadzulu Island
Early morning coffee and rusks followed by a refreshing swim and hot water shower on the yacht. After breakfast, head on to Boadzulu Island for snorkeling and swimming. Sail around the island and on to the area around Mpandi Island which is a marshy wetland. Look out for pelicans on the lake and hippo in the swampy areas. Spend the day enjoying beautiful scenery whilst sailing. Have a barbeque on the back of the yacht at anchor in a secluded bay. Overnight on board the yacht “Mufasa".

Day 5: Marelli Islands
Go on shore for a walk and to stretch legs. Cool off with a swim followed by a hearty breakfast. Set sail again, via Chirombo Bay. Try your hand at some fishing. Stop off for scuba diving or snorkeling at Mzinzi Bay, crystal clear waters and an abundance of brightly coloured tropical fish endemic to Lake Malawi. Sail on past Monkey Bay and head towards the Marelli Islands. Overnight at anchor on board the yacht.

Day 6: Senga Bay to Lilongwe
A short sail from Marelli Islands to Senga Bay. Breakfast on board. After breakfast, road transfer from Senga Bay to Lilongwe for onward travel plans.

Please Note –The above itinerary may change due to weather conditions and other factors

RATES
Please contact us for a quotation.

 

Rates include the following

  • 5 nights accommodation and all meals
  • Yacht charter
  • Road transfers
  • Use of snorkelling and fishing equipment on the yacht
  • Watersports at Danforth Lodge

Rates exclude the following

  • Bottled cooldrinks, beer, wine and spirits
  • Scuba diving
Lake Malawi: The worlds 3rd largest fresh water lake and home to over 800 fish species

The yacht “Mufasa”: The magnificent 38’ full live-aboard catamaran “Mufasa” is the only live aboard yacht on Lake Malawi.

The yacht Mufasa is a 10 berth, 38 foot Maxim catamaran, designed by Alexander Simonis. She is powered by 2 x 27hp Yanmar diesel engines and has a sail area of 85 sq metres. Mast height 17 metres, draft 800mm and beam width 6.3 metres. Mufasa is the only live-aboard catamaran on Lake Malawi. Fully crewed with skipper, deck hand and chef ensures you will sail in comfort, luxury and style. Layout comprises 4 cabins with queen sized beds and 2 single cabins, 2 bathrooms and an outside hot water shower, galley, saloon and cockpit under shade. The yacht is fully equipped for cruising, has category 1 blue water safety equipment. Fishing tackle, masks and snorkels are on board and available for guests use. Scuba diving equipment by request for diving charters

Danforth Lodge The stylish lodge at Cape Maclear has en-suite family rooms serving top cuisine with activities such as water skiing, knee boarding, wake boarding, mountain biking, hobie-cat sailing, nature walks, table tennis, trampoline and pool table – all included in your package.
PO BOX 2319, Lilongwe, Malawi   ·   Int Tel: (+265) 99 996 0077 / 99 996 0770
National Tel: 09 960770   ·   E-mail: info@danforthyachting.com