Marathon | Lake Malawi Sailing Marathon

About the Marathon

The Lake Malawi Sailing Marathon is an annual 8-day sailing adventure that takes participants along the western shore of Lake Malawi from Cape Maclear in the south to Chinteche in the north. This unique event combines competitive sailing with exploration of Malawi's beautiful lakeshore.

Established in 2010, the marathon has become one of the most challenging and rewarding sailing events in Southern Africa, testing both sailing skills and endurance while showcasing the stunning landscapes and welcoming communities along Lake Malawi.

Important: All participants must attend the mandatory safety briefing on Day 1. Weather conditions may significantly affect the schedule - please check with organizers daily.

Marathon Schedule

Day 1: Saturday August 2^nd

Time	Activity	Location	Status
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Registration and Opening Ceremony Check-in, boat inspections, and welcome event	Chembe Eagles Nest	Mandatory
2:00 - 4:00 PM	Safety Briefing Mandatory safety instructions and race rules	Eagles Nest Beach	Mandatory
7:00 PM	Welcome Dinner Opening night social event	Eagles Nest Restaurant	Confirmed

Day 2: Sunday August 3^rd

Time	Activity	Location	Status
7:00 AM	Race Start Departure from Chembe Eagles Nest (Cape Maclear)	Cape Maclear	Confirmed
5:00 PM (approx)	Arrival at Senga Bay Overnight stay at the Wheelhouse	Senga Bay, Salima	Confirmed

Day 3: Monday August 4^th

Time	Activity	Location	Status
7:00 AM	Race Start Departure from Senga Bay to Nkhotakota	Senga Bay	Confirmed
5:00 PM (approx)	Arrival at Nkhotakota Overnight stay at Nkhotakota Pottery Beach Lodge	Nkhotakota	Confirmed

Day 4: Tuesday August 5^th

Time	Activity	Location	Status
7:00 AM	Race Start Departure from Nkhotakota to Dwangwa	Nkhotakota	Confirmed
5:00 PM (approx)	Arrival at Dwangwa Overnight stay at Dwangwa Beach Cottages and/or Kasassa Club	Dwangwa	Confirmed

Day 5: Wednesday August 6^th

Time	Activity	Location	Status
7:00 AM	Race Start Departure from Dwangwa Beach to Likoma Island	Dwangwa	Confirmed
5:00 PM (approx)	Arrival at Likoma Island Overnight stay at Mango Drift	Likoma Island	Confirmed

Day 6: Thursday August 7^th

Time	Activity	Location	Status
7:00 AM	Race Around Likoma Island Circumnavigation race around Likoma Island	Likoma Island	Confirmed
5:00 PM (approx)	Return to Mango Drift Second overnight stay at Mango Drift	Likoma Island	Confirmed

Day 7: Friday August 8^th

Time	Activity	Location	Status
7:00 AM	Race Start Departure from Likoma Island to Chinteche Beach	Likoma Island	Confirmed
5:00 PM (approx)	Arrival at Chinteche Closing ceremony, prize giving and overnight stay at Chinteche Inn	Chinteche	Confirmed

Day 8: Saturday August 9^th

Time	Activity	Location	Status
Morning	Departure Participants make their way home or extend their stay	Chinteche Inn	Confirmed

Note: Race start times may vary with weather conditions. A map showing the race routes is provided to all participants during registration. All times are approximate and subject to change based on sailing conditions.