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Town Small Monkey Bay

ID: w145816 View large map

Located in Malawi :: Malawi
Category: Places :: Town Small

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Monkey Bay is a bustling town with a true African vibe. Informal food stalls line the main road and goats and chickens roam the streets. Although it isn't really a touristy town, it is of tourist importance because of its close proximity to Cape McClear. It is a harbour town and as such a landing point for backpackers who want to tour up Lake Malawi.

Contact
Address :  Monkey Bay, Malawi
Cellphone Reception :  Good

Directions

The south side of Monkey Bay. When you arrive in Monkey Bay, there will be a small airport on your right. Turn right as if you are going towards the airport and follow the signs. Malawians are eager to help, so if you think you need to ask, please do so.

Destination Information
Police Hospital Petrol Diesel Shops Shopping Centre ATM Lodging Camping Restaurant Tyre Repair

Facilities
Other Facilities :  Military. Research Services.

Activities
Fishing Swimming
Diving, Snorkelling

Travelling Information

Ferry/Pontoon Services Nearby.

There are many motorbike taxis operating between Monkey Bay and Cape Maclear. (Monkey Bay is less than 20km from Cape Maclear).

Note that the butchery is a typical African type butchery. (Jul-14).

Self-drive tourists will find may facilities here. You can stock up on food supplies at the Peoples store but the best quality vegetables and fruit are sold at the local stalls along the main road. (Feb-15).

FUEL:
There is a fuel station close to Illa harbour Bay with petrol and diesel supplies. (Jan-16).


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