From Lichinga, take the road that leaves town past the airport, towards Metangula. The first 75kms are on excellent tarmac travelling across the Lichinga plateau. The remaining 45kms are on good murram roads. Total time from Lichinga to Metangula is approx 2 hours. On arrival in Metangula, continue through town until you come to a T-junction with a green painted bar called 'Bar Triangulo' on the left hand side. This is a good place to stop for a drink.
At the T-junction turn right and head north along the lakeshore. Continue on this road, heading towards the town of Cobue driving through pristine forest. After 75 kms (1 hr 45 mins) there is a green and yellow sign pointing left down a bush track to Mbueca village and Nkwichi Lodge. Follow this bush track for 8kms, turning right when you reach the lakeshore.
You will see other vehicles parked, where it is safe to leave you vehicle and where the boat and the staff for Nkwichi will be waiting for you. From here it is a 15-minute boat transfer to the Lodge. (Bookings for the boat transfer MUST be made in advance, through emailing the lodge.)
