With the commitment and active involvement of the local communities an area of 100,000 Ha (1/4 million acres) of unspoilt wilderness, - brachystegia and riverine forest, savannah, swamps and streams, mountains and miles of beaches with crystal clear fresh water have been set aside to form the basis of Manda Wilderness Community Game Reserve. Species found in Niassa province include buffalo, zebra, elephant, lion, leopard, sable, roan antelope, and the rare African Wild Dog. The bird life in Manda Wilderness is rich and varied. The crystal clear waters of the lake provide spectacular snorkelling and diving. The lake has about 1000 species of brightly coloured tropical fish, some of which have yet to be identified. Marine animals include two species of otter and occasional crocodiles.
All game viewing is done on foot (or by canoe).
From the Lodge, we can offer a wide variety of activities such as canoeing, guided bush walks, birds and wildlifewatching, snorkelling, surfing, kite flying. Alternatively you are welcome to simply relax in a hammock and read.
Wildlife
You will see: Genet, Kudu, Waterbuck, Bushbuck, Reedbuck, Klipspringer, Common Duiker, Suni, Spotted Necked Otter, Yellow Baboon, Vervet Monkey, Slender Mongoose, Banded Mongoose, Rock Dassie, Greater Cane Rat, Warthog, Bush pig, Crocodile.
You may see : Wild Dog, Leopard, Serval, Civet, Elephant, Hippo, Lion, Buffalo, Burchell's Zebra, Sable, Porcupine, Cape Clawless Otter, hyena |
Mchenga Nkwichi Lodge
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Lago District is genuinely one of the most remote parts of Africa. The population is spread over thousands of square kilometres, with few roads, and no electricity, much of this area remains pristine wilderness. The Manda Wilderness Agricultural Project depends on preserving this paradise.