Nkhata Bay

The Nkhata Bay is a well known lakeshore situated in the northern part of Malawi and fifty kilometers towards the eastern part of Mzuzu. Nkhata Bay comprises of many bays and is divided by a narrow peninsula. Among the bays, one of them serves as a dockyard to the steamers of Lake Malawi. On the other side, the Chikale Beach serves as a great tourist spot for the backpackers. The scenic beauty of this place attracts a number of tourists. You would surely enjoy the spectacular view of the sunrise and the sunset of the Nkhata Bay.

In recent times, it has become a favorite spot of the backpackers. This popular bay of Malawi is also known for Scuba diving and to engage in such activities you have to book in advance. There are several attractions in the downtown of this bay. The most favored spot of the tourists is Njaya Lodge. The accommodations available in Nkhata Bay are mainly huts made of bamboo. While staying in these huts you can fully enjoy the beautiful view of the bay. The Chilka Beach resort is very popular among the tourists.

It is the considered to be the rival of Cape Maclear, which is also a favorite destination of the backpackers. The bay, Nkhata with its lovely beaches and various thrilling water sports have become the most popular travel destination of Malawi.

The small bays of the Nkhata have several restaurants and hotels making the stay of the tourists more comfortable.