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Weekend Review: Is Mangochi too far, Try Game Haven Lodge at Bvumbwe

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Is Mangochi too far, Try Game Haven Lodge at Bvumbwe

When you reside in Blantyre sometimes it can be hectic just to think of going  to Mangochi yes the lake just to relax. More so when your budget is limited. But Eureka don’t stress there is a new place just 20 Kilometers away from Blantyre a place of tranqility. Yes Game Have Lodge is a serene, beautiful 500 acre game park, set in one of the last remaining indigenous forests and grasslands of the Shire Highlands of Southern Malawi on  Chimwenya Game Park, Bvumbwe. At this place you will experience exceptional viewing of wildlife which include Giraffe, Zebra, the “big” 6 antelopes, Kudu, Eland, Roan, Sable, Nyala, Waterbuck and for birdwatchers, prolific birdlife.

 

Within this unique Game Park treat yourself, friends and business associates to the internationally designed & constructed Peter Matkovich 9 hole golf course which combines the amazing natural environment with a challenging course. Mbawa Country Club offers a sports bar for your after-game refreshment. 

 

Sportsman bar is the place to be this weekend

Are you thirsty this weekend or you just want to have a drink in a glitzy atmosphere Then Sunbird Mount Soche Sportsman’s Bar – is a taste of real Malawian hospitality. The Sportsman’s bar offers a more relaxed atmosphere complimented by a local band every Friday and Saturday evenings. Quick snacks and satellite television are also available. Along side this glizty bar is The Pablo’s Executive lounge a fine Malawian ambience that is an ideal spot for a casual drink or private meeting. At this lounge one can enjoy expertly mixed cocktails or a cappuccino within the fine confines of Pablos.

 

Mibawa Cafe

Mibawa is the place to be this Friday it is Mr. Loves Day. The ticket will provide one free drink of your choice. Mibawa band will perform its smooth songs at Mibawa Café opposite Ryalls Hotel on Saturday. Artists from other bands will also feature including DJ’s this will start from 9pm till dawn. To wrap it up on Sunday there will be a youth event from 3pm at just K1000 per person.

Lloyd Phiri launches his Sachedwa Safulumira DVD

There will be a double DVD and CD launch for Lloyd Phiri and the happiness voices of the album titled “Sachedwa Safulumira” on 27 Sunday at ICA  Marquee aka Sheaffer. Starting time 1:30 till 6pm. Charges K1000 per head. This Phiri said it will be a soul searching experience.

In continuing celebrating the 50TH Independence celebrations there will be a street bash on 25 July from 6pm and 6am at Lilongwe City Centre, Independence drive. Artists performing will be Lucius Banda, Skeffa Chimoto, and Sir Paul Banda. Urban Lulu, Gwamba and Chill DJ’s. For traditional there will be Carlsberg fan track.

 

Oxtail Friday at Sunbird’s Picasso

You want to have fun on a Friday night then Picassos is the place to be. At the Brasserie and Grill every Friday there is a new Oxtail taste. Traditionally made. So this is an ideal evening place for families. Come out and taste the rich crispy Oxtail specially made for you at a reasonable price.

Getting Married? Try Sunbird Livingstonia package!

It is happening this weekend and every weekend, yes the honeymoon package. At K75, 000 you will experience welcome cocktail on arrival, honeymoon suite and breakfast and Romantic dinner for 2. Other goodies include fruit basket and flower, I hour free internet and free use on non-motorized water spot.

Ufulu

Ufulu means ‘Freedom’ or unschackled – Ufulu is a reporter at the Maravi Post since Inception. He has a Degree in Computer Science and has reported on Technical and development issues.