There are 3 standard rooms with en-suite bathrooms, all with king or twin beds and face the beach. There are 4 premium rooms, 3 of which have their own plunge pool and one is a ‘Honeymoon Island’ accessed by a wooden walkway it doesn’t have its own pool but does have its own beach and lake access so you can be in complete privacy.

Then there are 5 houses – ‘Madimba’ is an ideal honeymoon retreat, with one huge bedroom secluded from the rest of the lodge. ‘Mainja’ is a 2 bedroom house with its own private plunge pool and a view of the honeymoon island, ideal for a small family or couples getaway. The other 2 houses are fantastic for families, both situated on the beach, ‘Yofu’ has 2 separate rooms that can fit a family of 4 and ‘Ulissa’ is big enough for a family of 5 into two spacious rooms. Last but not least, there is the spectacular ‘Ndomo House’, this stunning self-catered abode can sleep up to 8 people in 4 beautiful rooms with access to its own private beach. It boasts its own kitchen, large living area and private plunge pool. It even has its own staff and boat, to use at guests disposal. Guests can either choose to have all their activities and meals at the house or they are welcome to use the lodge facilities as well.

Kaya Mawa has long supported the community on Likoma Island, with almost everyone employed hailing from the island. They also have the Katundu shop where they empower local women, teaching them through training to turn recyclable objects such as glass, wood, clay and beads to make beautiful textiles, light fixtures and wall art which can be seen throughout the lodge and in the latitude hotels.