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Ng'ona Lodge

Lodge

opposite Majete Game Reserve entrance, Maganga Village, Chikwawa

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Why people book this hotel

Friendly staff
12 mentions

Friendly host couple

The owners and all the staff are so lovely and welcoming and made me feel at hom…

Great location
7 mentions

Location, Nice pool area, big, comfortable and clean rooms

Beautiful location and facilities

Breakfast available
5 mentions

Delicious breakfast

We locked the food, the breakfast was just Wow

Pool
5 mentions

The pool is stunning overlooking the shire river and Monica and Ruari are fantas…

The location is outstanding, the view at the river , the beautiful infinity swim…

Comfortable rooms
4 mentions

well looked after very comfortable beds lovely place cannot recommend enough

Food excellent as was the room

Clean rooms
3 mentions

Our hut/ chalet was cosy, clean and equipped with all we needed

Everything is kept spotlessly clean, particularly the pool

Overview

With garden views, Ng'ona Lodge is situated in Maganga and has a restaurant, room service, bar, garden, year-round outdoor pool and terrace. A fridge and kettle are also available. The lodge features a barbecue. Lengwe National Park is 43 km from Ng'ona Lodge. The nearest airport is Chileka International Airport, 48 km from the accommodation.

Traveller reviews

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Brett

couple

March 14, 2026

8

most enjoyable

well looked after very comfortable beds lovely place cannot recommend enough

G

Gregor

family_with_children

December 14, 2025

8

Very good western standard Rooms, beautiful scenery pool

It was agreed upon sandwiches for the gamedrive in the morning but sandwiches were not provided

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Louis

extended_group

November 22, 2025

10

A very nice, relaxing lodge — we absolutely enjoyed our days by the river.

Location, Nice pool area, big, comfortable and clean rooms. Friendly host couple. Delicious breakfast. Excellent wifi connection in the restaurant/reception.

C

Claudia

solo_traveller

August 26, 2025

10

I enjoyed every moment at Ng'ona Lodge. Highly recommended! The owners and all the staff are so lovely and welcoming and made me feel at home! It was also easy to organize with their help for the game drive at Majete, truly amazing experience! Thank you!

R

Ruth

extended_group

August 13, 2025

10

Loved it!

Beautiful location and facilities. Lovely staff and very helpful. So peaceful.

L

Lesley

couple

June 15, 2025

8

A great lodge to explore Majete National Park from.

Proximity to the Shire River and the Majete National Park. Lovely atmosphere.

A

Alastair

family_with_children

May 21, 2025

10

Staff were a particular strength. Helpful before and during our stay. Food excellent as was the room.

K

Kenneth

family_with_children

April 4, 2025

8

Very well located on the river and close to the park

H

Hayley

couple

January 9, 2025

10

The highlight of our malawi trip

This is such a fantastic wonderful place to stay! The pool is stunning overlooking the shire river and Monica and Ruari are fantastic hosts and made us feel very welcome, taking the time to chat and get to know us. We locked the food, the breakfast was just Wow!! It’s also perfectly located right by the entrance to Majete Wildlife Reserve. Highly recommended!!

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Edward

couple

October 26, 2024

10

Stunning setting, comfortable and friendly.

The most stunning setting for a safari lodge I can remember, overlooking the River Shire. Everything else - food, service, facilities - perfect. Very easy access to the park. Recommended.

R

Robin

couple

July 16, 2024

10

Loved it. Undoubtably the accommodation highlight on our tour of Malawi

Its a little oasis at the bottom of a very steep, very bumpy track. A fantastic situation overlooking the river with a large, open sided, traditionally constructed sitting and dining area. Monika and Rory are fantastic hosts, extremely friendly and helpful and enjoyable to spend time with. Food is excellent home cooking, the cooked breakfasts after an early morning game drive in neighbouring Majete Park being particularly memorable. Our hut/ chalet was cosy, clean and equipped with all we needed.

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Dragana

extended_group

November 6, 2023

10

I warmly recommend the place and hope I will come back one day!

It is a peaceful and beautiful place, located next to Shire River and 10min drive from Majete reserve. The lodges are comfortable and well equiped. The food was good and the staff lovely. The owner was welcoming and more than generous. I stayed for 2 days but it felt like longer vacation.

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Simon

solo_traveller

August 17, 2023

10

As someone who travels a lot for work I have stayed in a lot of hotels all over the world. This has to be one of the nic

Fantastic hosts, fantastic location.

M

Menno

family_with_children

May 31, 2023

10

A paradise in the wilderness

We had a wonderful stay at Ng'ona lodge. The location is outstanding, the view at the river , the beautiful infinity swimming pool, very nice . Ng’ona Lodge is indeed an oasis in the African bush with it's tranquil environment very near the entrance of the NP Majete. It is the most beautiful place we stayed in in Malawi. The staff were welcoming and helpful in every way; The owner Monica is the nicest and most hospitable person you can meet. She gave us the best service you can wish for. It is a mini-paradise where where we had a relaxing time and also fantastic safari's in the park.

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Jan

extended_group

May 2, 2023

9

A step into a different world - a very relaxing break

Breakfast was great. Location was good - close to Majete Great pool overlooking the river Owner - Monica - was very chrming

D

du Plessis

solo_traveller

April 12, 2023

10

Amazing place to just go and relax. Wonderful hosts. I totally enjoyed my stay and will definitely return.

C

Christopher

family_with_children

November 1, 2022

10

For us, they were the best three days we have had this year

I have travelled extensively and this is one of the most beautiful places I have ever visited. The location overlooking the Shire River with the African bush landscape in the background is spectacular. The splendid "infinity" swimming pool almost spills over into the river. The staff were welcoming and helpful in every way; we were transported to the Majete National Park twice a day at 6am and 4pm and then collected after the game drives. On our return we were greeted by Haggis, the friendliest daxi you will ever meet. You could have a meal at almost any time of day. Everything is kept spotlessly clean, particularly the pool. In short, a mini-paradise where it is wonderful just to relax and enjoy the moment and contemplate the vastness and magnificence of Africa.

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bisnath

extended_group

July 24, 2022

8

very warm hosts, very friendly

breakfast was very good; location: slightly out of the way for business---probably very scenic for tourists

Facilities

Activities

Fishing

Cleanliness & disinfecting

Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay

Entertainment and family services

Board games/puzzles

Food & Drink

Restaurant, Bar, Breakfast in the room, Special diet menus (on request), Breakfast options

Food & drink safety

All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized, Physical distancing in dining areas, Food can be delivered to guest accommodation

General

Family rooms, Non-smoking rooms

Outdoors

Garden, Terrace, Outdoor pool, Sun terrace, Outdoor pool (all year), BBQ facilities, Outdoor furniture

Parking

Parking on site, Private parking, Free parking, Parking

Physical distancing

Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed

Pool and wellness

Swimming Pool, Swimming pool, Infinity pool, Pool with view, Salt-water pool, Pool/beach towels, Sun loungers or beach chairs

Safety features

Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, First aid kit available, Face masks for guests available

Services

Room service, Packed lunches, Daily housekeeping

Deluxe Family Room

Guests will have a special experience as the family room offers a pool with a view. The family room provides a private entrance, a tea and coffee maker, a terrace with garden views as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower. The unit offers 4 beds.

Max 4 guests 36 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Garden View

The pool with a view is the standout feature of this twin/double room. The spacious twin/double room features a private entrance, a tea and coffee maker, a terrace with garden views as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower. The unit has 3 beds.

Max 2 guests 27 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Pool View

This twin/double room's special feature is the pool with a view. The spacious twin/double room provides a private entrance, a tea and coffee maker, a terrace with garden views as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower. The unit offers 3 beds.

Max 3 guests 29 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Deluxe Double or Twin Room with River View

This twin/double room's standout feature is the pool with a view. The spacious twin/double room offers air conditioning, a private entrance, a terrace with garden views as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower.

Max 2 guests 32 1 bedroom 1 bathroom

Hotel Policies

Check-inFrom 11:00 to 17:00
Check-outFrom 06:00 until 10:00
Cancellation & prepaymentCancellation and prepayment policies vary by room type. Please check your booking details before finalizing.
Accepted credit cardsThe hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.
The fine printPlease inform in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
Last updated: Apr 11, 2024, 1:44 PM

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