Mountain biking is a perfect adventure here with hundreds of kilometers of forest tracks and trails to enjoy. Through plantation or indigenous woodland, over mountain grassland or forest glades. With the Viphya plateau find true freedom!  

We provide an experience that is aimed at showing you the best scenery, culture and adventure experiences available. With views across Malawi, East and West from our highest ridge roads to your favorite beach lodge; we have the right route for you.   

We offer one, two or three day mountain bike safaris, which pass through some of the most beautiful and varied scenery in Malawi.  For more information, see our wilderness trails page.

Cycling trails to Lake Malawi are a great way to get to the beach. Feel in touch with your holiday destination; enjoy the fresh warm air and the peace of the open countryside.

Cycling safaris can be arranged throughout Northern Malawi cycling here is really a great way to see the colour and personality of the country.

Luwawa international mountain bike race!!

Luwawa International Mountain bike race is a 42-50km mountain bike race which is held in June every year, and which is gaining a reputation throughout the region, as a tough but exciting competition. For further enquiries about this event and for entry forms please email George at the following email address: wardlow@malawi.net

This event is open to all, regardless of age or ability. There is an ample supply of water stops as well as first aid facilities and logistical support from our staff.  

The route varies though it usually starts at the lodge and runs along the ridges of the Viphya Mountains.  There are great views along the whole of the route. 

People come from all over Malawi and beyond to participate in this event, which is held in June every year. 

If you don't fancy the race, then there are opportunities to see animals like antelope's along many of the day trips around  the lodge.

We have a selection of mountain bikes for hire.  If you wish, there are guides who can accompany you on your trips, or you can take a map and navigate yourself. 

Bon Voyage !!