Lake Maliwe, Kilwa

Maliwe is a peaceful lake where a few fishermen can take you on canoes dugout from a single log to observe the wildlife. Hippos and crocodiles can easily be seen, wide colonies of birds, frogs, and insects. In the dry season, large quantities of animals gather in to the lake to drink. You can then see monkeys, elephants, warthogs.

Location and Access

The lake is 84 km away from Masoko (3 hours). From Masoko, drive 29 km North of Nagulukulu (30 min), then take the rough road going west and drive 53 km to (2,5 hours). Drive 2,5 km more towards Njinjo and park the car. The lake is 3 km (30 min walk). A guide should be hired in Ngea.

08°49'51.61"S; 38°59'36.67"E