Lake Malombe is one of Malawi's substantial lakes, with an area of about 450km2. It was probably once part of Lake Malawi, as it lies in a depression that is, in geological terms, nearby.

Malombe is very shallow, and large portions of it evaporate in the dry season to expose tracts of fertile land, which the locals use to grow sugar cane and maize. When they're not farming the locals are fishing, laying out the millions of little chambo they catch on reed tables in the sun to dry.

In fact Malombe (like Malawi's other lakes) is in serious danger of being overfished.[/b] In 2003/4 the Malawian government implemented a plan to combat the depletion of its fish resources, which are a local staple. The aim was that by 2010 chambo stocks should return to their 1990 levels. It remains to be seen whether the plan meets with success.

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Accommodation in Malawi

Heuglin's Lodge

 
Lilongwe  
From   $ 160 p/p

Heuglin's Lodge, Lilongwe "Standard guest house situated in Lilongwe, Malawi."

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Pumulani Lake Lodge

 
Lake Malawi National Park  
From   $ 334 p/p

Pumulani Lake Lodge, Lake Malawi National Park "Luxurious lodge set on the shores of Lake Malawi."

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Sunbird Ku Chawe

 
Zomba  
From   $ 113 p/p

Sunbird Ku Chawe, Zomba "Landmark hotel positioned on Malawi's Zomba Plateau, offering great views of the surrounding area."

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