AfricaWildTruck Eco Camp & Lodge
Thyolo Road, Blantyre, Malawi
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Why people book this hotel
“The communication was fantastic and the staff were all very very welcoming”
“Wonderful location right in amongst the tea plantations that one could wander th…”
“Beautiful location and lovely old building”
“location so beautiful”
“We stayed in one of the rooms and it was very comfortable and quite large”
“Really comfortable bed and pillows in a spacious bedroom”
“Very good value”
“Good value for money”
“We enjoyed our daily breakfast in the garden”
“Lovely staff but breakfast service was very slow”
“Our accommodation in an old library was exceedingly spacious, clean and comforta…”
“Rooms were nice and clean, food was delicious and great views of the mountain”
Overview
Situated in Mulanje, 6 km before Malawi-Mozambique border and near Simpson's peak and Mulanje District Hospital, AfricaWildTruck Eco Camp & Lodge is a lodge featuring WiFi, and guests can enjoy a garden and a bar. Free private parking is available on site. A patio with mountain views is offered in all units. Guests at the lodge can enjoy a continental breakfast. A bicycle rental service is available at this property, as well as trekking, hiking and other activities. Minibus Terminal is 19 km from AfricaWildTruck Eco Camp & Lodge while Mount Mulanje is 5 km away. Majete wildlife reserve is 3 hours from here approx 180 km.
Traveller reviews
travelsing
couple
June 18, 2026
“Beautiful views”
Beautiful location and lovely old building. Very good value.
Barend
couple
May 6, 2026
“Very friendly staff and we were well looked after. Do not follow google for directions -”
Brett
couple
March 14, 2026
“nice”
location so beautiful
Ronan
couple
May 12, 2025
A unique, peaceful place in the region, it has a beautiful main building, garden, and view of Mulanje. Located out of Mulanje town on the road towards Mozambique. We stayed in one of the rooms and it was very comfortable and quite large! The communication was fantastic and the staff were all very very welcoming. We enjoyed our daily breakfast in the garden!
Jean-Claude
couple
January 5, 2025
“Great place to relax.”
Character old lodge with beautiful mountain views and great food. Good value for money.
Monica
couple
November 1, 2024
“Scenic sojourn in the tea plantations of Mulanje.”
Wonderful location right in amongst the tea plantations that one could wander through at leisure and meet the friendly locals from the nearby village. Beautiful views of Mulanje Mountain from the secluded well-kept garden. Loved the pool for a refreshing dip after the long drive from the south. Really comfortable bed and pillows in a spacious bedroom. Friendly welcome and introductory tour by the manager. Very pleasant to be able to eat outside in the garden and read on the shaded veranda.
Marilyn
couple
October 26, 2024
“Good stop on the way to and from the border.”
It was close to the Mozambique border. Relaxed, informal atmosphere. Restaurant meals were large.
Fredrikjoh
family_with_children
July 30, 2024
Wonderful lodge in the tea plantation. Very serene. Ok but very pricey food. It's not value for money
Robin
couple
July 16, 2024
“On a month tour of Malawi this stay was the worst value for money”
Its very well situated for climbing Mount Mulanje which we hoped to do: unfortunately our arrival coincided with two days of continuous rain. Our accommodation in an old library was exceedingly spacious, clean and comfortable and included a kitchen. The two evening meals we had were both Italian themed and of excellent quality, which to be honest, was to be expected considering what was being charged for them.
Charlotte
couple
July 6, 2024
Rooms were nice and clean, food was delicious and great views of the mountain. The staff were also friendly and efficient. They made us a packed lunch for our hike which was great.
Thomas
couple
May 7, 2024
“Stopoverin the middle of tea plantations”
The staff is very attentive and supportive. As it was raining and moisture in the room they offered to enlighten a fire. Nice colonial building surrounded by tea plantations.
Darya
family_with_children
January 2, 2024
Lovely apartment. Lovely staff but breakfast service was very slow. The pizza however was outstanding. A few garden chairs in the grounds would have been lovely and some information offered as to the area. We didnt know for example that one can no longer drive around mount mulanje since the floods. But we would definitely gladly stay again.
Villant
family_with_children
December 24, 2023
“Improve beddings”
Location and food
Thomas
family_with_children
November 29, 2023
Room was amazing, food delicious and staff super helpful.
Shahar Livne
couple
September 6, 2023
The staff was very welcoming and friendly, and the food was excellent and included plenty of vegan options for us. The lodge is located among beautiful tea estates and mountains and offers hiking trails to the Mulanje.
Jean-Claude
solo_traveller
July 13, 2023
“Very relaxing and character place. Beautiful views of Moiunt Mulanje.”
Good, fresh and healthy.
dan
couple
July 13, 2023
Location amazing views
Laura
couple
June 18, 2023
“Peace, nature, amazing views and chilling by the campfire!”
This place is really great, its close to the major road so super easy to find and accessible but set back and quiet with lovely views over the tea fields. There is an area for a campfire and dining outside and the dinner and breakfast were both good. The people working at the place were great. It is possible to go for a walk through the tea fields nearby which is beautiful and the local people are super welcoming :)
Robert
couple
June 9, 2023
Lovely location, lovely staff, beautiful views, made up a campfire every night which was great, shower had great temperature and pressure, fresh vegetables prepared using bottled water, extremely generous portions of food; we couldn’t finish most meals!
Julien
solo_traveller
May 21, 2023
Africa Wild Truck Eco Camp is absolutely amazing! The location is perfect to start hiking to Mulanje Mountain. The staff: Florence, Marvellous and Anthony are very professional and always here to help. The owners are so lovely. Thanks all of you to make my trip unforgettable. I highly recommend it. Julien
Facilities
Activities
Table tennis, Hiking, Cycling, Walking tours, Bike tours, Themed dinner nights, Tour or class about local culture
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, Kids' outdoor play equipment
Food & Drink
Wine/champagne, Fruits, Coffee house on site, Special diet menus (on request), Breakfast options, Breakfast in the room, Restaurant, Bar
Food & drink safety
Breakfast takeaway containers, Delivered food is securely covered, All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized, Physical distancing in dining areas, Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
General
Bicycle parking, Non-smoking rooms, Family rooms, Safety deposit box, Paid WiFi, Designated smoking area
Internet
WiFi, Internet services
Outdoors
Garden, Outdoor pool, Outdoor pool (all year), Outdoor furniture, Picnic area, Outdoor fireplace
Parking
Parking on site, Private parking, Parking, Free parking
Physical distancing
Contactless check-in/check-out, Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed
Pool and wellness
Swimming Pool, Swimming pool
Safety & security
CCTV in common areas, CCTV outside property, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, Process in place to check health of guests, First aid kit available
Self check-in
Passport/ID information collected online before you arrive
Services
Shuttle service, Shuttle service (additional charge), Pet bowls, Luggage storage, Packed lunches, Laundry, Room service, Meeting/banquet facilities
Apartment
Set in a building dating back to 1912, this apartment has a private garden surrounded by tea fields. It has a fully-equipped kitchen, a fireplace, a bathroom with a shower, and beds draped with mosquito nets.
Apartment
Set in a building dating back to 1912, this apartment has a private garden surrounded by tea fields. It has a fully-equipped kitchen, a fireplace, a bathroom with a shower, and beds draped with mosquito nets.
Double or Twin Room with Bathroom
Set in a building dating back to 1912, this double room offers a garden and mountain views. It has two single beds draped in mosquito nets and a fireplace.
Triple Room with Private Bathroom
Set in a building dating back to 1912, this triple room offers a garden and mountain views. In the main room are two single beds draped in mosquito nets and a fireplace. There is another single bed in the small bedroom that leads to the bathroom.
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