T-shirt, shorts, flip-flops- It’s winter in Malawi. Looking north along the western shore of northern Lake Malawi.

Today I was invited to join Larry and Cindy for a day at Lake Malawi. The lake is a two hour drive from Mzuzu over poor roads. The payoff was worth it. The lake is gorgeous. It’s crystal clear and warm. It’s the third largest lake in Africa, ninth largest in world, and home to more species of fish than any other lake. We waded into the warm water, observed cows grazing, and had a wonderful lunch of the famous Malawian fish, Chambo. Yum. The drive there is impressive in and of itself. Glorious mountains and valleys around every corner.

Tahoe? Santa Barbara? No, Lake Malawi

Our hosts for the day, Larry and Cindy Renner

Even the cows love Lake Malawi

    

Delicious Chambo fish lunch and a Sprite in an elegant beachfront setting for $10 (the restaurant, Chintheche Inn, is on the beach just behind the Renners. The beach is just in front of them)

Here’s a bit from the drive back.

SoCal? No, Malawi!

Notice the right drive car. A group of wood carvers set-up along the road selling their wares.