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» About 25% of the lake's area is in Mozambique.
» Within its deep blue waters are over 500 species of fish, including over 350 that are unique to the lake. Lake Ni-
assa is also home to about one-third of the earth's known cichlid (fresh- water fish) species, including the brightly
coloured mbuna.
CÓBUÈ
Tiny Cóbuè is the gateway into Mozambique if you're travelling from Malawi via Likoma
Island, about 10km offshore. The island is surrounded by Mozambican waters, but be-
longs to Malawi.
In addition to its immigration post, Cóbuè's attractions include a lakeside setting dotted
with mango trees, the remains of a school once used as a wartime base by Frelimo, and
the ruins of an old church, with goats lying around in the shade. Cóbuè is also the
jumping-off point to reach Nkwichi Lodge.
Sleeping & Eating
Khango Beach $
( 99-962 0916, from Mozambique 00-265-856 7885, in Malawi 88-856 7885; r with
shared bathroom per person Mtc250; )
This rustic place, run by the affable, English-
speaking Julius, has simple reed bungalows directly on the sand. All have nets and clean
shared ablutions facilities. Tasty, filling meals can be arranged with advance notice.
BUNGALOW
Rest House Mira Lago $
(Pensão Layla; r with shared bathroom Mtc250; )
Directly in the village centre, this
place has solar-powered lighting and a row of no-frills, clean rooms. Each has a small
double bed. Meals can sometimes be organised with advance notice.
PENSION
