Tongole has a special kind of magic. Its remote location makes you really appreciate what it has to offer. A long drive from Lilongwe regresses from tarmac to dirt to rough track and leads to a secret wonderland of understated luxury, delicious food, friendly, engaging staff and the natural wilderness of the African bush. There is a timelessness, tranquility and... More

I was a lone traveller when I stayed at the lodge and happened to be the only guest on the weekend in December 2013 that I stayed. The service was outstanding and they even offered to dine with me to keep me company! I loved everything about my stay. The food was the best I'd eaten in Malawi and it... More

the lodge is situated above Bua river, which can be roaring or quiet depending on the season. all one sees are hills and jungle as far as the eye can see. The chalets are very well appointed and intimate, the huge bed is very comfortable and very cozy when the extensive mosquito net has been drawn. one even has jungle... More

After our ten-day tour of Malawi, my wife asked both myself and the friend who had been travelling with us what our favourite place had been. Without hesitation, we both said: Tongole. It's a striking, recently built forest lodge in the Nkhotakota National Park; amazing building with a small number of beautiful, spacious and luxurious chalets - all looking straight... More

I traveled to Tongole Wilderness Lodge with my Girlfriend & her Family (5 of us in total) and had a fantastic, 5* experience! We were lucky to see different herds of Elephants almost everyday in front of the Lodge & to sit, in a hammock, watching them drink, cross the River, feed & play was out of this World! We... More

My wife, son (age 14) and I stayed here for 2 nights in August. The location, room and service were just excellent. A real luxury, relaxing break in the heart of Africa. We walked, canoed and fished in beautific surroundings and with knowledgeable, friendly guides. We will be back, as two nights was not enough and the bath was to... More

My wife, our 12 year old son and I stayed at Tongole for eight nights in July 2012, and we have vowed that we will return very soon! It was a wonderful experience combining luxurious accommodation, attentive staff and high quality cuisine with a completely natural wilderness adventure. A great deal of thought has clearly been given to the design,... More

TWL is undeniably in the wilderness but it is a 5 star oasis with all associated amenities. Managers Jo and Zane and their excellent team provide friendly and attentive care, with attention to every personal detail. Jo and Zane have recruited their staff locally and trained them themselves. The guys (the team are all guys except Jo) have all taken... More

We don't go back to places very often (there's just too much world to see!) but we have decided we'd break that tradition and would love to go back to Tongole. We agree with all the other reviews; the standard of the facilities, service and food at Tongole were amazing and, because it's still so new, there's a terrific feeling... More