Lake Malawi National Park Fees: $10 per person per day.
Parking
Included on-site.
Cellular Signal
Strong
Wi-Fi Signal
Strong, available for purchase.
Minimum Age for Children
None
Additional Guests
For the two family executive chalets: 3rd & 4th adults pay 50% of the fee. Children: 30% of the adult rate when sharing with 2 adults / 50% when sharing with 1 adult.
All canceled reservations received 61 or more days prior to arrival are subject to a 10% cancellation penalty.
Reservations canceled within 60 days of the scheduled arrival date are subject to a 15% penalty.
Reservations canceled within 30 days of the scheduled arrival date are subject to a 25% penalty.
Reservations canceled within 7 days of the scheduled arrival date are subject to a 100% penalty and are responsible for the entire stay and will forfeit all payments.
Pet Policy
Pets are not allowed at this property.
How Do I Get There?
Lilongwe International Airport is the nearest airport. The drive is 1.5 to 2 hours from Lilongwe but allow 3 hours if coming from the airport (to clear customs etc.).
The boat pick-up point is 20 minutes past Salima. There is a 15-20-minute boat ride from there to the lodge.
Detailed directions are emailed to guests upon booking. Airport transfers can be arranged.
The exclusive Blue Zebra Island Lodge is situated on Nankoma Island, part of the Marelli Archipelago in Lake Malawi National Park (UNESCO World Heritage site).
It is the perfect getaway for nature lovers looking for a combination of adventure and relaxation in a tranquil, private setting.
The 3 islands are home to a vast array of fresh water fish, including some of the most rare and colorful in the world. The islands support diverse flora and fauna and are a bird watcher's paradise.
A unique set-up with 9 en suite safari-style tented chalets and 1 Superior Cottage overlooking the lake. Secluded executive chalets boast stunning views from private balconies, some with lake access. The chalets are set in an unspoiled environment, immersed in nature.
Just a 2-hour drive from Lilongwe, this is a great combination with Zambian Safaris as well as various wildlife parks in Malawi.
There are 2 standard Executive Chalets: Kingfisher & Cormorant. Each are en suite safari-style tented chalets. Both are exclusively located around the side of the island with private lake-facing balconies. CORMORANT: 1 queen bed & 2 sofa beds for U12's. Best for couples / young families. It is the furthest executive chalet from the communal area. It showcases a stairway from the balcony down to boulders which meet the lake. It is near a nature trail entrance & private beach. KINGFISHER: 1 queen bed & a mini-lounge. Best for couples / solo travelers. The Kingfisher features a long stairway entrance down to a private cove with a small beach & lake-access.
There are two Executive Family Chalets: Malachite and Fisheagle. Both are spacious en suite safari-style tented chalets and with 2 bedrooms, a lounge and bathroom. Each feature private lake-facing balconies. The Executive Family Chalets are typically best for families of up to 5 (2 adults & up to 3 children) or up to 4 adults. Fisheagle is located around the side of the island with a long stairway entrance, in a natural and very private setting. Malachite is located just behind reception at the lodge entrance. It is private but closer to the lodge facilities.
There are 4 Lake Safari Tents: Bulbul, Darter, Heron, and Hornbill. These are en suite safari-style tents, smaller than executives but quaint and comfortable. They feature 3 doubles, 1 twin, and 1 single bed. Bulbul features 1 queen bed and is the furthest chalet from the communal area overlooking the lake & a private beach. It is located at the entrance to nature trails.
Darter features 1 queen bed & 2 sofa beds. It is centrally located and nearest the restaurant. There are no stairs and it has the largest balcony.
Heron accommodates guests in 1 queen bed & 2 sofa beds. It is centrally located and features a small stairway entrance.
Hornbill has 2 single beds & 1 sofa bed. It is centrally located in-between Darter & Heron. It also features a small stairway entrance.
This is the only structure which is not Safari-Tent Style. The Superior Family Cottage is a large, open planned cottage with a lounge, dining area and two en suite bedrooms (one queen, one double). 2 single beds can be added to the main room. The master bedroom has ample cupboard space with a built-in dressing table and an open bathroom with a shower and bathtub. The second bedroom is a smaller en suite double room opening onto the lake-facing balcony.
Lake Malawi National Park Fees: $10 per person per day.
Parking
Included on-site.
Cellular Signal
Strong
Wi-Fi Signal
Strong, available for purchase.
Minimum Age for Children
None
Additional Guests
For the two family executive chalets: 3rd & 4th adults pay 50% of the fee. Children: 30% of the adult rate when sharing with 2 adults / 50% when sharing with 1 adult.
All canceled reservations received 61 or more days prior to arrival are subject to a 10% cancellation penalty.
Reservations canceled within 60 days of the scheduled arrival date are subject to a 15% penalty.
Reservations canceled within 30 days of the scheduled arrival date are subject to a 25% penalty.
Reservations canceled within 7 days of the scheduled arrival date are subject to a 100% penalty and are responsible for the entire stay and will forfeit all payments.
Lilongwe International Airport is the nearest airport. The drive is 1.5 to 2 hours from Lilongwe but allow 3 hours if coming from the airport (to clear customs etc.).
The boat pick-up point is 20 minutes past Salima. There is a 15-20-minute boat ride from there to the lodge.
Detailed directions are emailed to guests upon booking. Airport transfers can be arranged.
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