Activities around AfricaWildTruck lodge
Discover the surroundings of Africawildtuck eco-lodge. Explore Mulanje mountain and beyond.
Day visit hike, pic-nics in the forest overlooking natural pools, multiple days hiking on Mulanje mountain, explore the market or visit one of the village, get involved in community projects and much more.Book any activities by writing us an e mail or directly from our booking system
1. LIKHUBULA FALLS DAY VISIT
A popular day tour on the other side of Mt. Mulanje. Approximately 1.5 hour walk to reach the falls, from the Forest reserve entrance
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2. MBYIA POOLS DAY VISIT
Explore and swim this side of Mt Mulanje. Approximately 1 hour walk to reach the pools, from the Forest reserve access.
30U$ per person (based on 2 minimum)*
Guide, lunch box included.
Note: * single supplement + 20 Usd – Kids 2-12years = 50% discount
3. MULTIPLE DAYS HIKING Mount Mulanje (2-3 NIGHTS OR MORE)
You’ll feel a pioneer and possibly reach Sapitwa peak, the main peak at 3002 m! Backpack, kitchen utensils, food according to your diet requirements and (almost) everything to be organized on Mulanje Mountain. Note: route/itinerary is very personal and has to be discussed with your guide. If you plan to stay at our camp we can call him to meet you the day before hiking so that you arrange all details! Official Guide and Porter list at our reception.
(this activity has to be pre-booked at time of booking)
40U$ per person per day
Note: Kids 2-12years = 50% discount
4. WALKING IN TEA FIELDS
You will learn more about the magic of tea, how it is grown, produced and what is so special with a magnificent views of Mount Mulanje. Put on your hiking shoes and follow our guide through the tea estate. A gentle walk to enjoy the view around the camp. Finish your tour with a cup of pure black Malawi tea. The tour is about 2 hours.
(based on 2 minimum)*
15 U$ per person, 2 hours
Note: * single supplement + 20 Usd – Kids 2-12years = 50% discount
5. BIKE AROUND AWT CAMP
You can take a cycle back into time and explore one of Malawi’s oldest tea plantations on a scenic bicycle ride with our mountain bikes just around our camp.
Guide, mountain bike
40 U$ per person per half day (maximum 2 people)
Note: Kids 2-12years = 50% discount
6. BIRDWATCHING
For bird lovers, meet with the guide, spot with binocular and share experience 60 U$ per person per hour (only early hours). Guide and activity has to be reserved while booking.
(based on 2 minimum)*
60 U$ per person per hour (only early morning hours)
Note: * single supplement + 20 Usd – Kids 2-12years = 50% discount
7. ENJOY OUR POOL
Reserved to our resident guests, enjoy our small refreshing pool at no extra charges.
8. KIDS PLAYGROUND / PLAY BOCCE
Enjoy your time with your kids at the playground. Play bocce with Mulanje mountain view!
Free for residents including bocce balls.
Non-residents 3$ per person per day
Kids 2-12years = 50% discount
9. SATURDAY SHOPPING AT RUO MARKET
If it is Saturday, you can shop with a local, the best way to shop and discover what is on sale in a local market just behind Africa Wild Truck lodge. Shop with a local, the best way to shop
5 U$ per person / 2-3 hours
(based on 2 minimum)*
Note: * single supplement + 20 Usd – Kids 2-12years = 50% discount
10. VILLAGE WALK
You can walk and meet a local village chief. Have the chance to learn more about Malawian village life.
(based on 2 minimum)*
15 U$ per person, 2-3 hours (An offer would be appreciated, payable direct to communities)
Note: * single supplement + 20 Usd – Kids 2-12years = 50% discount
11. SUNDAY AT THE CHURCH
If today is Sunday you can go at a nearby church and enjoy a local function.
5 U$ per person (an offer to the church would be appreciated).
(based on 2 minimum)*
Note: * single supplement + 20 Usd – Kids 2-12years = 50% discount