Monkey Bay

#19 among destinations in Malawi

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Monkey Bay or Lusumbwe is a town in Mangochi which is in the Mangochi District in the Southern Region of Malawi. The town is on the shore of Lake Malawi and is one of the main ports on Lake Malawi. The population of Monkey Bay was 14,955 according to the 2018 census. Monkey Bay is 206 kilometres from Lilongwe, Malawi's capital city, and 253 kilometres from Blantyre. Monkey Bay is a tourist resort and is often travelled through on the road to Cape Maclear. ()

Alternative names: Population: 11.6 thous.Coordinates: 14°4'38"S, 34°55'9"E

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MangochiMalawi

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Monkey Bay – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Cape Maclear.

6.4 miNW
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Cape Maclear
164 min walk • One of the main attractions of Cape Maclear is the beautiful Lake Malawi, which is teeming with colorful fish and provides endless opportunities for snorkeling, diving, and swimming. The clear waters of the lake offer a mesmerizing underwater world that is sure...