Malawi's Northern Malawi
Chintheche
Situated comfortably on Malawi’s northern shores, Chintheche offers some of the Lake’s finest beaches and highlights. A remarkable village about 40km south of Nkhata Bay, Chintheche offers visitors modern delights within the serene beauty of Lake Malawi. Explore the Chintheche Strip, where hotels, lodges and camping grounds each cater to a different variety of traveler.
Backdropped by the tropical patches of rainforest and the towering Viphya Plateau, Chintheche hosts a surreal setting amidst its soft sands and warm waters. Walk the marshlands to witness the rare birds unique to this area, hike the hills to visit the charming fishing villages nestled in its forests, or head to the waters with local fisherman and learn why northern Malawi is renown for its fishing. Should you visit Chintheche during September make sure to catch the Lake of Stars Malawi Music Festival, a wonderful 3 day event attracting live music acts from across Africa and the UK.
