Prices for Mumbo Island

 

More about the prices for Mumbo Island

 

Mumbo Island is part of the Lake Malawi National Park, and Kayak Africa runs the camp according to a Public-Private partnership agreement with the Malawi government. Consequently, all guests are required to pay the official daily National Park entry fees; and Kayak Africa pays a concession fee to government.

We believe it is in the best interest of our guests for all these conservation-related fees to be embedded within our published rates – what you see is what you pay.

Kayak Africa is a Malawi-registered company and is subject to the tax regime of Malawi. Again, our published rates include all applicable taxes and government levies.

Companies like Kayak Africa that are active in protected areas are major contributors to the funding of conservation efforts and the government fiscus in general. In the case of Kayak Africa all fees, taxes and levies amount to approximately 40% of the published rates.

Kayak Africa is also the largest employer in the Cape Maclear area and follows a procurement policy that prioritises local providers of goods and services. Thus, a significant portion of the price paid by guests also ends up in the hands of the Cape Maclear community.

The Small Print

 

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

1) Payment Terms

Full payment is due seven days in advance.
For reservations made less than seven days in advance full payment is due immediately upon receipt of the invoice.
Late payment may result in the cancellation of the reservation.
In certain circumstances Kayak Africa may request immediate payment of a non-refundable deposit of 20% of the total amount due before the reservation will be confirmed.

2) Payment Options

a) On-time payment more than seven days in advance

EFT
The invoice will display the USD price converted into your home currency at the Google midrate exchange rate of the day. Simply action an EFT payment in your home currency to the bank details provided.

Secure online credit card payment
We use DPO Pay, a leading global payment gateway service. The invoice will display the USD price converted into South African Rand (ZAR) at the Google midrate exchange rate of the day. The secure DPO site will generate an email with a link for processing the payment.

Malawi residents only
EFT or Mo626 into Kayak Africa’s account at National Bank of Malawi. The invoice will display the USD price in Malawi Kwacha at the official midrate exchange rate of the day.

b) Late payment at Kayak Africa reception

Point of Sale credit card payment
The USD amount due will be converted into Malawi Kwacha at the official selling exchange rate of the day.

Malawi Kwacha cash
The USD amount due will be converted into Malawi Kwacha at the official selling exchange rate of the day.

Foreign currency cash
The USD amount due will be converted into the payment currency at the Google midrate exchange rate of the day.

(For official Malawi Kwacha exchange rates see Reserve Bank of Malawi at https://www.rbm.mw/Statistics/MajorRates.)

3) Cancellations

a) Accommodation
Maximum 10% cancellation fee for cancellations received more than two days prior to departure.
Maximum 30% cancellation fee for cancellations received less than two days prior to departure.

b) Catering
Maximum 10% cancellation fee for cancellations received more than two days prior to departure.
Maximum 50% cancellation fee for cancellations received less than two days prior to departure.

4) Catering – special notes

Catering logistics require significant lead time, therefore:

• Any catering services requested must be fully paid in advance.
• Any last-minute cancellations will attract a cancellation fee.
• Any request for new catering, or for any change to reserved catering, that is received within 48 hours of the affected meal is subject to confirmation.

Special dietary requirements will be accommodated if possible. The following special dietary requirements will be subject to a surcharge:

• Vegan
• Gluten intolerant/allergic
• Lactose intolerant/allergic
• No carbs

5) Disclaimer

All guests visit and stay at Kayak Africa’s camps at their own risk. Kayak Africa is not liable for any injury, losses or damages that may be suffered while guests are with Kayak Africa. All guests will be required to complete and sign a detailed indemnity form when checking in at reception.

Suggested ways to package it

 

MUMBO ISLAND CASTAWAY

Indulge your Castaway Fantasy from the luxury of a private island camp. Immerse yourself in the natural beauty and tranquillity of the undisputed jewel of the Lake Malawi National Park and don’t go anywhere! From one night (although more are highly recommended) to as many as you like.

LAKE MALAWI ISLAND HOPPING ADVENTURE

This world-class sea kayaking trail covers 25km over three days of paddling. Adventurers spend two to three nights in each of the camps on Domwe Island and Mumbo Island. The extra days offer additional paddling routes, the opportunity to explore the islands on foot, or the time and space to just chill. The paddling is fully supported and the lake waters are generally calm, perfect for anyone irrespective of fitness or paddling experience. Travelling the route by motorised boat is also and option.

RIFT VALLEY EXPLORER

A Bush and Beach combination in the cradle of the African Rift Valley. Perhaps this is the Garden of Eden! Start with three nights at Mvuu Camp on the banks of the Shire River in the Liwonde National Park, Mvuu offers game viewing by boat on the Shire River, incredible floral diversity, and some of the best bird watching in Southern Africa. Follow with another three nights on Mumbo Island in the Lake Malawi National Park – a UNESCO Natural World Heritage Site and the first freshwater marine reserve on earth.

LAKE MALAWI REJUVENATOR

A Lake Malawi classic combining Malawi’s premier beach resort with its best island lodge. Mumbo Island and The Makokola Retreat (formerly Club Makokola) are not only geographical neighbours just one hour’s drive apart, but have also long shared an ethos of providing guests with the best Lake Malawi has to offer.