An Oasis
in the bush

Ng'ona Lodge

Welcome To

Ng'ona Lodge

Ng’ona Lodge is an oasis in the African bush. It is in a tranquil environment on the banks of the Shire River which flows out of Lake Malawi, south to join the Zambezi River in Mozambique. The lodge is approximately 70 kilometres south west of Blantyre.

High Quality Accommodation

Enjoy the privacy of exclusive self contained chalets with shaded verandahs for ultimate relaxation. Our four chalets also include en-suite facilities. In addition, we now have 2 double rooms with air-conditioning on the river’s edge. en-suite and offering beautiful views from private verandahs. We also have a campsite with BBQ amenities.

Our very own restaurant

Within Ng’ona Lodge, we also house our own restaurant in a large thatched open sided building, elevated from the pool and the river. We also have a well stocked bar for guests and day visitors.

Wildlife right on our doorstep

We are so perfectly placed that one of Malawi’s biggest and best game reserves is right on our doorstep. Guests can visit Majete Game Reserve, only one and a half kilometres away during their stay. We can arrange all your activities for you.

Giraffes are back
Reintroduced into Majete in 2018 by African Parks, discover them on your journey into the wild.

© Jonathan Ramael
A paradise for birds
Look up to the skies and between the trees and you will find over 300 species of birds in Majete.

© Jonathan Ramael
Sanctuary for Elephants
The population of elephants in Majete continues to rise. Find them by the river upstream from Ng'ona Lodge.

© Jonathan Ramael

Find time for some pottery

Meet Ruari Maclean, who taught Art and Design in Blantyre for 33 years before retiring in 2020. Ruari has established a small pottery studio at Ng’ona Lodge. Pay him a visit and get involved.

Learn the craft of pottery with us
Visit our pottery studio at Ng'ona Lodge to learn how to shape and create your own pots.

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We would love to welcome you

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