Nomad_Africa_Edition12
Born from a passionate desire to dispel the negative perceptions which the world has held of the African Continent, and to replace it with a positive focus, Nomad Africa magazine celebrates life on the African continent. Covering stories from all countries and all cultures, it strives to include unique tourist attractions, business development, technology and investment opportunities as well as looking at the continent's cultural heritage. Nomad Africa inspires and breeds a conscious, knowledgeable generation of visionaries among our own, and influences positive perceptions and appreciation for the true worth of Africa worldwide. Born from a passionate desire to dispel the negative perceptions which the world has held of the African Continent, and to replace it with a positive focus, Nomad Africa magazine celebrates life on the African continent. Covering stories from all countries and all cultures, it strives to include unique tourist attractions, business development, technology and investment opportunities as well as looking at the continent's cultural heritage. Nomad Africa inspires and breeds a conscious, knowledgeable generation of visionaries among our own, and influences positive perceptions and appreciation for the true worth of Africa worldwide.
muesli and fruit concoction, I stare at the river in stupefied wonder. Jenna joins me and says there is a lot here to keep families busy – playing in the pool, game drives, walks and river cruises. En-route to the river for the cruise later that day, we encounter eland, warthog and a white bushbuck – which is one of the rarest sights ever I’m told by Simon. The river cruise itself suspends time in totality. We watch as a herd of about 20 elephants cross the river, silhouetted against the setting sun. That night, I stare up at an infinite blanket of stars. Some fall, most stay… After a poignant farewell the next morning, we are off to Mvuu Wilderness Lodge. The people of Malawi are known for their placid, loving nature. They are the most genuine and generi have rediscovered pure joy as we drive to our first location - Mkulumadzi Lodge in the Majete Reserve. Located in the south of Malawi, Majete is an area of 70 000 hectares and part of Africa’s Great Rift Valley. We drive for a couple of hours through villages, and the sounds of children’s voices are carried on the smoky breeze as we move closer towards the vermilion setting sun. We arrive after dark and walk across a suspension bridge. I can hardly see a thing, but my senses are filled with the smell of the bush and the roar of the mighty Shire River. Our hosts, Mark, Jenna and Simon, welcome us with a gorgeous dinner. The sight of my suite makes me swoon. Each of the eight luxury chalets consists of a large bedroom and lounge that opens out to a wooden deck, plus an en-suite bathroom with a sunken bath that overlooks the river. There is also an outdoor rain shower, which is open to the surrounding bush. The whole lodge is solar powered with a back-up generator. There is also a two-bedroom family unit, cleverly designed so parents live on one side of the communal lounge and the kids on the other. The haunting cry of a fish eagle breaks the dawn the next morning and the view makes my heart ache. I open the flap door onto my deck and for the first time in the pink-grey changing colours of dawn, the magnificent river reveals itself to me. I amble to breakfast and while enjoying the most delicious 18 | www.nomadafricamag.com | ...Celebrating the world’s richest continent | Issue 12
ous of spirit. Everywhere, people are on their way somewhere, working and getting on with life. As we drive, the country also reveals its incredible natural and dramatic beauty - rocky outcrops, high mountains and breath-taking plateaus. After a four-hour drive, we finally get to Liwonde National Park. Mvuu Wilderness Lodge is a revelation. It is a hidden safari camp gem, (yore means old and this was built in 1994) with the main lounge building set high above the still water and wonderful views. This lush and fertile area sports an excellent diversity of animals, including elephant and sable antelope, impala and waterbuck. Mvuu is a true eco-lodge sans the self-congratulatory fanfare that usually accompanies such a distinction. Built in 1994, it runs only on solar power and a limited generator. Room service may be obtained by banging on a drum inside your tent and the amazing staff literally come running… Accommodation at Mvuu Wilderness Lodge comprises of eight spacious tents for a maximum 16 guests, each with en-suite bathroom facilities and a private viewing platform looking out on to the lagoon. Dinner is served on the ‘beach’, overlooking the dark river. The food is excellent, served by lantern and firelight, with the sounds of crickets, frogs and hippos filling the expanse of the enormous night around us. Later, we sit outside on the balcony in the pitch black night. I look up. The stars have followed me. Only tonight the Milky Way has the texture of soft, white velvet and the stars seem to have multiplied ten-fold. Some fall. Most stay. I watch in suspended reverie. The entire bush and river is bathed in a hue of ghostly and otherworldly mist the next morning as we go on a safari walk with our guide, Douwe. There is no sound. No wind. The Mopani forest holds its breath and nothing moves in the eerie, white gloom. Then suddenly, there are elephants. We spot the herd very close to us through the fog as they forage, completely unaware of our existence. I skip the boat ride later to explore the adjacent camp, a very affordable haven for families with children. You can choose between charming self-catering or full-service chalets. There are two pools and a kiddie’s play area with jungle gyms and swings. Issue 12 | ...Celebrating the world’s richest continent | www.nomadafricamag.com | 19
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ous of spirit. Everywhere, people are on<br />
their way somewhere, working and getting<br />
on with life. As we drive, the country also reveals<br />
its incredible natural and dramatic<br />
beauty - rocky outcrops, high mountains<br />
and breath-taking plateaus.<br />
After a four-hour drive, we finally get to Liwonde<br />
National Park. Mvuu Wilderness<br />
Lodge is a revelation. It is a hidden safari<br />
camp gem, (yore means old and this was<br />
built in 1994) with the main lounge building<br />
set high above the still water and wonderful<br />
views. This lush and fertile area sports an excellent<br />
diversity of animals, including elephant<br />
and sable antelope, impala and<br />
waterbuck. Mvuu is a true eco-lodge sans<br />
the self-congratulatory fanfare that usually<br />
accompanies such a distinction. Built in 1994,<br />
it runs only on solar power and a limited<br />
generator. Room service may be obtained<br />
by banging on a drum inside your tent and<br />
the amazing staff literally come running…<br />
Accommodation at Mvuu Wilderness Lodge<br />
comprises of eight spacious tents for a maximum<br />
16 guests, each with en-suite bathroom<br />
facilities and a private viewing<br />
platform looking out on to the lagoon. Dinner<br />
is served on the ‘beach’, overlooking the<br />
dark river. The food is excellent, served by<br />
lantern and firelight, with the sounds of<br />
crickets, frogs and hippos filling the expanse<br />
of the enormous night around us. Later, we<br />
sit outside on the balcony in the pitch black<br />
night. I look up. The stars have followed me.<br />
Only tonight the Milky Way has the texture<br />
of soft, white velvet and the stars seem to<br />
have multiplied ten-fold. Some fall. Most<br />
stay. I watch in suspended reverie.<br />
The entire bush and river is bathed in a hue<br />
of ghostly and otherworldly mist the next<br />
morning as we go on a safari walk with our<br />
guide, Douwe. There is no sound. No wind.<br />
The Mopani forest holds its breath and nothing<br />
moves in the eerie, white gloom. Then<br />
suddenly, there are elephants. We spot the<br />
herd very close to us through the fog as<br />
they forage, completely unaware of our existence.<br />
I skip the boat ride later to explore the adjacent<br />
camp, a very affordable haven for families<br />
with children. You can choose between<br />
charming self-catering or full-service<br />
chalets. There are two pools and a kiddie’s<br />
play area with jungle gyms and swings.<br />
Issue 12 | ...Celebrating the world’s richest continent | www.nomadafricamag.com | 19
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