Already in the late '70s, the people and nature of Malawi fascinated the young Dutchman Cees Slager when he travelled to Africa for the first time. The successful tourism entrepreneur visited the Phalombe Hospital near Mulanje years later and remembered why he loved this country so much. During this time he made his first contact with Robin Pope, who at the time was looking for an investor for his growing safari company in Zambia. In order to coordinate this investment and to set up Pumulani (2008) and Mkulumadzi (2011) lodges, Cees’s daughter Margaux and her husband Ton de Rooy moved to Lilongwe in Malawi, from where they supervised and further developed the smooth takeover of Robin Pope Safaris in the following years, integrating their own activities in Malawi.

Kuthengo Camp – the newest hideaway of Robin Pope Safaris is located on a large open plain stretching towards the Shire River in Liwonde National Park. The park is shaped by Fever trees and gigantic Baobabs with abundant birdlife and migrating elephant herds.

Robin Pope Safaris is committed to responsible tourism. They conduct business in a manner that benefits the environment and wildlife conservation, the people who work for them, and the neighbouring communities. In this way, their tourism operations, and the presence of the guests has the capacity to protect natural wildlife areas, alleviate poverty through good employment practices and contribute positively to the local community.

In recognition of their commitment to responsible tourism, Robin Pope Safaris has won prestigious international awards including the Virgin Holidays Responsible Tourism Awards Joint Overall Winner in 2011, making them the ultimate winner across all 13 award categories. Visit their website for some other projects they are involved in.

Kuthengo has four spacious and modern safari tents which are all en-suite, each with a bathtub and an outdoor shower. The eco-friendly evening breeze air conditioning adds to the comforts of this intimate camp. With all the usual comforts of a Robin Pope Safari camp, Kuthengo maintains a rustic charm, complemented by stunning views which are best appreciated from your private deck with a cold sundowner in hand.

At Kuthengo you can do a few special interest activities: 

-Seasonal boating safaris along the Shire River

-Cultural experience

Activities on offer:

- Daily game drives

- Guided walking safaris

Reservations: info@robinpopesafaris.net

Website: www.robinpopesafaris.net/camps/kuthengo-camp.php

• Superb boutique camp on flood plains of Shire River
• Only a few tents including one family unit
• First boat on the river for early morning birding safari
• Liwonde National Park enjoying large investment as new safari destination in Malawi
• Spectacular scenery with flood plains, forest and many Baobabs