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The 520-tonne MV "Ilala" is operated by Malawi Lake Services, which has a spare ship, the "Mtendere", for cover in emergencies. The timetable is best regarded as a guide because it often runs late: African cruising won't suit travellers on a tight schedule.

Every week, the MV Ilala travels the entire length of Lake Malawi and back with up to 400 people on the lower deck and 100 ton of cargo up forward. The vessel offers 5 double cabins. The owner's cabin has a bathroom en suite, whilst the others have shared bathroom facilities.
Go first class, there's a small à la carte dining room, kick back by the bar on deck, and watch the sun set with a Malawi gin in hand.

CONTACT: Malawi Lake Services (ilala@malawi.net) and Malawi Tourism (mail@malawitourism.com).