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Tours in Lake Niassa

Lake Niassa or Lake Malawi is a fantastic water sport get a away for those after relaxation. All of these activities can be booked through your accommodation or you can contact us to assistance and suggestions for what to do while you are there.

Activities at Lake Niassa

Swimming:
There can't be a more inviting place to swim than the Nkwichi beach. Mchenga Nkwichi means 'the sand that squeaks' - its true. The sand is so fine underfoot and as white as you can imagine. One of the drawbacks from swimming in the seas and oceans is the bitter taste of saltwater. This isn't a problem as Lake Niassa is one of the world's cleanest lakes.

Snorkelling:
Guests spend hours exploring the underwater world which opens up to them as they gaze below the surface and meander through the rock pools along the lakeshore. It's an enormous natural aquarium with hundreds of beautifully coloured species of fish known as cichlids. Lake Niassa has over half the world's cichlids swimming in its clear waters.

Sailing:
You can hire a dhow or catamaran for the day. This can be used for day trips up and down the lake visiting local communities along the shoreline. There are several deserted sandy beaches where you can stop off for a quiet picnic and sunbathe.

Canoeing:
This has to be one of the most peaceful ways of exploring the local lakeshores. Canadian style canoes which are sturdy and comfortable allow you to explore at your own pace. Either you can be paddled by one of the lodges guides or take out a canoe with a friend and try to spot a pair of otters playing around on the rocks or diving underwater. This is also the best way to see the lakes bird species. You are able to get far closer in a canoe especially whilst drifting at dawn or dusk.