Tongole Wilderness Retreat

Tongole Wilderness Retreat Tongole Wilderness Retreat is made for total relaxation and adventure, guests enjoy complete freedom Access to to the Lodge is either by road or aircraft.

Tongole Wilderness Retreat is an unrivalled eco-tourism property set deep within the rugged and breathtakingly beautiful miombo woodland of the 1,800km Nkhotakota Wildlife Reserve. Hugging the forest-clad banks of the lovely Bua River, Tongole is the only high-end lodge in the reserve, drawing those who seek an exceptional wilderness experience in one of Africa's, and possibly Malawi's last, truly

unexploited wildlife areas. Fly directly to the airstrip within the reserve; taking only 28 minutes from Lilongwe International Airport and a few minutes drive to Tongole! Alternatively, by choosing to travel by road, you will enjoy a fabulous three-and-a-half-hour scenic journey to reach the reserve.

Evenings in the wild 🌅 Swipe for a Malawi sunset 🇲🇼 Evenings here at Tongole are spent around the fire, sharing stories ...
21/08/2026

Evenings in the wild 🌅

Swipe for a Malawi sunset 🇲🇼

Evenings here at Tongole are spent around the fire, sharing stories from the day and hearing local tales from guides and lodge staff.

Book your trip now to experience sunsets in the warm heart of Africa.

This is what relaxation looks like. At Tongole, you don’t just book a holiday, you book an experience. Immerse yourself ...
03/08/2026

This is what relaxation looks like.

At Tongole, you don’t just book a holiday, you book an experience.

Immerse yourself in Malawi’s heart. Nestled in the Nkhotakota Wildlife Reserve, nature is on your doorstep here. Only the sounds of nature are around you.

This is your time to switch off and get that R&R you’ve been craving - you deserve it.

Our rooms are made with your relaxation in mind: soft bedding, sunken bath tubs and views over the riverine and foliage below.

Come and get it at Tongole.

Why not extend your visit to this beautiful country and explore more of what Malawi has to offer with our partner Tongole Tours

18/07/2026

Africa is a feeling, come and experience it at Tongole

Nestled in Malawi’s last true untouched wilderness, Tongole offers you a retreat into the warm heart of Africa.

Ready for a unique holiday? Click the link in bio to book your stay now. With every stay tailored to you, it’s sure to be a holiday to remember.

Why not extend your stay in Malawi by booking an extension with our partner

A stay that stays with you. Scroll to hear what one of our guests, Robin, had to say about her stay with us here at Tong...
15/07/2026

A stay that stays with you.

Scroll to hear what one of our guests, Robin, had to say about her stay with us here at Tongole

Tongole is a fantastic place to stay

Warm, genuine hospitality awaits all of our guests who visit us. Nestled in the heart of Malawi’s Nkhotakota Wildlife Reserve.

The team made us feel incredibly welcome

Our staff are here to make sure your needs are met. Whether that’s in and around the lodge itself or out on an excursion into the wilderness.

The perfect place to relax and recharge.

Looking for some R&R? Tongole is the perfect place to immerse yourself in Malawi’s natural surroundings.

Click the link in bio to book your stay with us today. Spots still available for the summer months!

What will you spot at Tongole? Here at Tongole, the African wild is all around. Nestled in Malawi’s Nkhotakota Reserve, ...
01/07/2026

What will you spot at Tongole?

Here at Tongole, the African wild is all around. Nestled in Malawi’s Nkhotakota Reserve, our guides will ensure that you spot as much wildlife as you can.

Our guests have spotted elephants, hippos, various types of birds, warthogs and more!

Click the link in bio to book your African adventure now!

Why not extend your stay with our partner Tongole Tours for the ultimate African experience.

📸 Jonathan Ramael | Trot Op!

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