Kumbali Country Lodge - Lilongwe

Country lodge on a 650-hectare forest reserve with an on-site medieval castle and farm-to-table dining

Accommodation & Grounds

Kumbali Country Lodge Lilongwe occupies a 650-hectare forest reserve and working dairy farm. The thatched rooms have private entrances and bathrooms, with mosquito nets over the beds. A two-bedroom cottage on a hill overlooks the property, and the grounds include a renowned banana plantation and a medieval castle used for events.

Dining

The lodge's restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner using home-grown vegetables and dairy products from the farm. The Farmer's Daughter, a second on-site restaurant, offers an alternative menu. Drinks are available at the well-stocked bar, and themed dinner nights are held regularly.

Activities & Experiences

Guests can join guided forest walks, bird watching tours, and visits to the Kumbali Cultural Village and the Permaculture Centre at the Kusamala Institute. The property also offers self-drive game drives where zebra and wildebeest are spotted, plus horse riding and tennis on site. Cycling, hiking, and live music performances are additional options.

Business & Events

Multiple conference rooms equipped with audio-visual technology are available for meetings and retreats. The medieval castle and Kumbali Gardens provide outdoor event spaces for weddings and gatherings. Expert event planners coordinate customized services for corporate and private functions.

Family & Leisure

An outdoor swimming pool with a shallow end and pool with view sits within the lush gardens. Babysitting services, board games, and puzzles are provided for children. The lodge also offers bicycle rental and a shared lounge area for relaxation.

• Location: 10 minutes from Lilongwe centre on a 650-hectare forest reserve
• Rooms: Thatched rooms with private entrance and mosquito nets
• Dining: Farm-to-table meals from on-site farm; two restaurants
• Activities: Game drives, horse riding, tennis, cultural village tours
• Business: Conference rooms with audio-visual tech; castle wedding venue
• Family: Babysitting, board games, outdoor pool with shallow end