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(campsite per person MK1500; )
Perfectly situated by the giant boulders that
bookend the golden stretch of beach, this campsite is owned by the Sunbird Hotel Group
and benefits from its premier-level service.
There are loads of pitches under shade, hot showers, individual power points and
round-the-clock security; a beach bar that leaps from a Martini ad; a volleyball court; and
a spotless ablution block. In a word - perfect!
Mufasa Backpacker Lodge $$
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( 0884-0746676; campsite US$4, dm US$8, r with/without bathroom US$38/35;
)
This faded banana-and-pastel-green beachfront digs has a sandy patio with scattered
loungers, a little bar and Caribbean vibe. Fastidiously clean rooms have vividly coloured
linen, African art on the walls and are tantalisingly close to the lull of the surf.
There's also an airy dorm and dining room decked out in plenty of wood and bright loc-
al fabrics. The food is excellent.
LODGE
Lakeside Hotel $$
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( 01-263500, 01-263400; standard/superior r MK10,000/13,000; )
On the out-
side these peeling, white motel-style digs are unprepossessing, but step within and they
become more tempting, especially the ones facing the lake. Rooms have fridges, loads of
room, bathrooms, TV and fans. You'll see plenty of corporate jolly types here so it's not
exactly 'backpacker' writ large.
HOTEL
Eating & Drinking
Red Zebra Cafe $
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(mains MK1000; 7am-10.30pm; )
Situated in a garden off the main road, this
zesty, Caribbean-infused restaurant covers the bases with grilled chops, steak, fruit salads,
ice cream and cupcakes. Eat within its colourful interior or alfresco. Things kick off on
weekend evenings and live bands occasionally put in an appearance.
MALAWIAN
Tom's Bar
BAR
