Marelli Islands
The first name in our list of the most beautiful islands in Malawi is the Marelli Islands. The Marelli Islands group consists of three islands: Maleri (168 ha), Nankoma (65 ha), and Nakantenga (18 ha). They are located 3 kilometers from the beach in Lake Malawi's extraordinarily transparent waters, opposite Senga Bay.
The Marelli Islands are three of the thirteen islands protected by Lake Malawi National Park, the world's first fresh water National Park. The Marelli Islands are home to a diverse range of animal species due to the archipelago's diverse habitat types, which range from rocky shorelines to small wild sandy beaches and from woody hill sides to reedy lagoons. Several types of rare cichlid fish can only be found on these islands and are not found anyplace else in Lake Malawi or the globe. This fish is safe amid the rocky formations and is protected by a 100-meter no-fishing zone. Duikers, bush infants, and otters are examples of mammals. Reptiles mostly comprise monitor lizards and snakes.
The islands are teeming with bird life, and there are over 300 spices to be found. Fish eagles, hornbills, herons, weavers, owls, and kingfishers are some of the more prevalent species. White-throated and long-tailed cormorants use the islands as a breeding ground.
Adansonia digitata baobabs, brackystegia bussei, tamarind, and fig trees are also common.
The islands are stunning, with the Rift Valley mountains in the background, the Linthipe river mouth's rich biodiversity on one side, active fishing communities, an amazing lake shoreline, and a great unending perspective of the lake to the north. All of the islands are uninhabited, but Lake Malawi National Park Authorities have granted Blue Zebra an unique concession to build its private lodge in order to assist and sustain their conservation efforts in this region. Blue Zebra is located on Nankoma Island and provides a range of lake sports, such as scuba diving, as well as specialized retreats, such as yoga.
Location: 16km away from Salima Town and 3km from the shore in the remarkably clear waters of Lake Malawi
