Cape Maclear

Travel Guide

Sunset at Lake Malawi.
Sunset at Lake Malawi.
Serenity
Sunset cruise on the Lake Malawi
One of the most beautiful sunset in Africa. It's so bright and amazing. This lake is one of the biggest in Africa and you can go swimming, fishing, sailing... #waterlust #goldenhour #troveron
Mgoza Lodge

Mgoza Lodge

2.5 out of 5
Main Road Cape Maclear Mangochi
The price is S$83 per night from 21 Feb to 22 Feb
S$83
21 Feb - 22 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach lodge in Cape Maclear. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Popular attractions Museum and Aquarium and Lake Malawi ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (35 reviews)
Very attentive staff. Very nice location!

Reviewed on 18 Sept, 2025

Mgoza Lodge
Quest Lodges and Safaris

Quest Lodges and Safaris

4 out of 5
Chembe Cape Maclear Southern Region
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is S$57 per night from 7 Mar to 8 Mar
S$57
7 Mar - 8 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this B&B in Cape Maclear. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Museum and Aquarium and Lake Malawi National Park are ...
10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews)
Great location on the beach. Excellent value and very comfortable but not luxury. Friendly staff. Highly recommended!

Reviewed on 14 Dec, 2025

Quest Lodges and Safaris
Capricorn by Quest

Capricorn by Quest

3.5 out of 5
Chembe Cape Maclear Southern Region
Fully refundable
The price is S$133 per night from 7 Mar to 8 Mar
S$133
7 Mar - 8 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this holiday home in Cape Maclear. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Popular attractions Museum and Aquarium and Lake Malawi National ...
Capricorn by Quest
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Capricorn by Quest

Capricorn by Quest

3.5 out of 5
Chembe Cape Maclear Southern Region
Stay at this holiday home in Cape Maclear. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Popular attractions Museum and Aquarium and Lake Malawi National ...
Capricorn by Quest
Quest at Cape Maclear

Quest at Cape Maclear

Chembe Cape Maclear Southern Region
Stay at this chalet in Cape Maclear. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Popular attractions Museum and Aquarium and Lake Malawi National Park ...
Quest at Cape Maclear
Impeccable 3-bed Cottage in Cape Maclear

Impeccable 3-bed Cottage in Cape Maclear

2.5 out of 5
Monkey Bay Southern Region
Stay at this cottage in Monkey Bay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attraction Lake Malawi National Park is located nearby.
Impeccable 3-bed Cottage in Cape Maclear
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Popular places to visit

Museum and Aquarium

Find out about the history of Cape Maclear when you take a trip to Museum and Aquarium. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

Museum and Aquarium

Things to do

Finished Product! Some of the food you can make!

Malawian Cooking Class with Experienced Local Chef

S$32
per adult
Malawian Cooking Class with Experienced Local Chef
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Reviews of Cape Maclear

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5/5 - Excellent

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Great place to visit

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Stunning location but would strongly recommend 4x4 if driving, the road from Monkey Bay to Cape McClear is ‘challanging’ even for Malawian standards. Don’t be put off though Cape McClear is a gem of a place.