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Butterfly Space is a non-profit, eco-friendly lodge located on the crystal clear shores of Lake Malawi in Nkhata Bay. With bespoke accommodations ranging from dormitories to en-suite chalets, a lakeside bar and restaurant, everyone is welcome to enjoy this truly special place.
The lodge supports various community-based initiatives both on and off-site and hosts volunteers and interns to help benefit and grow opportunities within the local community.
A UK registered charity, trying to make positive changes in Nkhata Bay by providing a unique space for travelers, volunteers & our community to enjoy, learn & support projects both on and off-site. The owners, friends who met in Malawi, bought Butterfly Space in 2007, intending to develop this community hub to encourage ethical volunteering & provide educational, informational, practical & creative opportunities, which it has done so successfully for many years. This space is respectful of the environment with a focus on sustainability & green initiatives, offering a diverse range of projects & opportunities to both local & international volunteers or interns.
The non-profit status allows guest to help us financially support the diverse community projects which have successfully provided opportunities and brought together travelers and the community for over twelve years.
Chosen as Lonely Planet’s ‘Top Pick’ for accommodation in Nkhata Bay in the latest edition of Southern Africa, the lodge was highlighted for its picturesque beauty, and we are now excited be featured on MalawiTourism.com.
From naturally shaded lakeside camp grounds, to secluded bespoke self contained chalets, there’s something for all requirements & budgets. You will love our picturesque & sociable lakeside bar which serves delicious cocktails, beers and wines. The restaurant overlooks the lake and rocky mountains of Nkhata Bay, offering a varied delicious international menu, including smoothies & desserts. Stroll through our permaculture gardens, use our gym or free snorkels or just relax on our private beach and hammocks & enjoy this space!
A small and easy to navigate country offering an abundance of activities and natural beauty, Malawi is the perfect country for all types on travelers, no matter what the budget. Labelled as the ‘warm heart of Africa’ because of the kind and helpful nature of its people, Malawi always makes its visitors feel welcomed and safe. An abundance of wildlife and nature can be enjoyed all over the country boasting many affordable game reserves, national parks, world class hiking at Mount Mulanje, and of course its prized jewel, the Lake which you can explore on scuba safaris, snorkel, swim or just enjoy its golden sandy beaches and stunning views. The adventure of a lifetime awaits!
The lively market town of Nkhata Bay, with its striking harbor, is surrounded by sheltered bays with forested, rocky headlands. The crystal clear waters here host abundant colourful fish and it is so large you feel as though you are swimming in the ocean! The town centre is full of life, with vibrant markets, restaurants and ample craft shops. The sense of community is truly the best part of Nkhata Bay, along with the abundance of activities for visitors to enjoy which include village hikes, overnight canoe trips, drumming workshops, boat trips and scuba diving.
Take a look at our volunteer opportunities, reviews and recommendations to see how we offer a unique experience.