Otter Point
A small headland of granite boulders at the western end of the park. You can dive off the shore to snorkel with schools of cichlids, and it's also a spot for short hikes and sunsets.
Otter Point lies about 3 kilometres west of Chembe village, within the national park. Piles of granite boulders extend into the lake. Underwater, cichlids gather in dense schools in bright colours, and you can see them by entering the water right from the shore. It is the most popular free snorkelling spot at Cape Maclear. Otters and African fish eagles are occasionally seen here. You can walk about 40 minutes from the village along the lakeshore path, or follow the park trail up the hill for distant views. The site is within the national park, so an entry fee applies. Bring your own snorkelling gear or rent it in the village.
Opening hours
Open daytime (national park entrance ticket)
Nearby sights
- Thumbi Island West
- Livingstonia Mission Graves
- Chembe Beach, Cape Maclear
- Domwe Island
- Lake Malawi National Park
- Mumbo Island
- Monkey Bay
- MV Ilala Ferry