Kachere Kastle, on Lake Malawi's shores, offers a unique retreat blending nature, culture, and sustainability for relaxation and adventure.
Location: Kachere Kastle is a serene retreat nestled on the sandy shores of Lake Malawi, offering a tranquil escape surrounded by stunning natural beauty. Located in the heart of the Kachere village, the castle provides guests with a peaceful setting to unwind, while also immersing them in the vibrant culture and community of the area.
Rooms: The rooms at Kachere Kastle are thoughtfully designed with comfort and style in mind. Locally sourced furnishings and crisp cotton linens ensure a restful stay. Each room captures the essence of the surrounding environment, with shuttered windows allowing fresh breezes and the calming sound of the lake’s waves to drift in. Guests can enjoy a hearty breakfast included with their room rate, with the option to add lunch and dinner from the on-site restaurant.
Amenities: Kachere Kastle is equipped with modern amenities to enhance your stay, including free satellite Wi-Fi, a full-size squash court, and a swim-up bar. The restaurant serves delicious, locally sourced meals, with special dietary requirements accommodated on request. The castle's staff, many of whom come from the surrounding community, are dedicated to ensuring a memorable experience for every guest.
Activities: Whether you're seeking relaxation or adventure, Kachere Kastle offers a range of activities. Spend your days lounging by the pool, kayaking on Lake Malawi, cycling through nearby villages, or practising yoga on the castle ramparts. For a unique experience, enjoy a movie under the stars or sip cocktails by the swim-up bar.
Sustainability: Kachere Kastle is deeply committed to sustainability and community development. Russ and Kate worked closely with local artisans and villagers to create the castle, ensuring that their dream supported the local economy. Many staff members are from Kachere village, and the castle focuses on sourcing ingredients from local suppliers, with herbs grown on-site.
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January
January is a good time for bird watchers, migratory birds from the Northern Hemisphere flock to Malawi's National Parks. The rains are in full flow with impressive thunderstorms lighting the sky across the country regularly - many lodges around the shores of Lake Malawi will be closed during this time.
February
Rain continues to pour regularly in February. The bird watching is incredible particularly in the high altitude Nyika National Park with many flowers blooming carpeting the lower plateaus.
March
In March the weather is still somewhat unsettled with regular rains, these diminish as the month goes on. Birders will be in paradise, young birds are spreading their wings for the first time preparing for their epic journey back to the Northern Hemisphere.
April
Rains begin to subside, the sun starts to shine and temperatures increase. Wildlife viewing is good, observers can watch animals emerge across Liwonde National Park. In particular antelopes are in rut and visitors to Malawi's National Parks can experience incredible clashes between rival males.
May
Days become sunnier and cooler during May. Wildlife viewing is at its best due to less vegetation and the animals gathering together around waterholes.
June
June days are long and sunny, but it's Malawi's winter and the temperatures drop significantly at this time of year. The evenings and mornings are very cold in the highland regions, with log fires lit. The dry season means animals congregate around the Shire River in Liwonde National Park for easier access to water and rich green vegetation - large numbers of elephants can be present at this time of year due to dwindling water levels.
July
July is a perfect time to visit Malawi, skies are clear there are less mosquitoes and there's virtually no rain. Although its high season, most of the National Parks won't be crowded despite the spectacular sightings of larger elephant herds - often reaching into the hundreds!
August
In August the weather warms, with daytime peak temperatures averaging around 30°C, whilst night time averages rise to 10°C. If you want to experience large wildlife herds, this is the time of year to visit. Water is diminishing and spaces at watering holes are becoming limited leading to increasing tensions between the animals. It's an amazing time to enjoy the delights of Lake Malawi's azure waters, with temperatures perfect for watersports or relaxing in the sun lakeside.
September
Night time temperatures rise rapidly, whilst daytime averages remain in the mid 20°Cs. With clear skies and dry vegetation concentrations of animals are still great but starting to dwindle in comparison to July and August. Lake Malawi is popular this time of year, the increased wind conditions make it perfect for an afternoon sail.
October
October is a humid month, temperatures regularly rise above 40°C and night times are increasingly warm. If you want to witness the world's largest antelope, the eland, can often be seen as they start regrouping for their breeding season - with herds reaching into the hundreds it makes for an awe inspiring sight.
November
The green season, November witnesses the first few storms of the rainy season arriving. It marks the arrival of the many migratory birds from the Northern Hemisphere.
December
In December the rains become more regular, with thunderstorms occurring every few days. With lush green scenery animals can be difficult to see because of the thick vegetation and the abundance of water. But birders will have an amazing time witnessing the incoming flurry of migratory birds.
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