From fat times to monkey business, we are a destination that offers something for everyone, family and friends. Fat Monkeys is situated in the heart of Cape Maclear. The lodge originated in 1998 by three fat guys over a beer, hence the name!! It was originally a bar, which developed into a lodge offering accommodation, and offering activities. New management was taken over in 2009. And, Fat Monkeys is now developed into a fully-fledged lodge offering accommodation for a variety of travelers, from families, to backpackers, we have it all. Lots of activities for adults and children.
Rooms, Dorms & Campsite
We have 2 ensuite family chalets. Sleeps 4 people Double bed and 2 single beds Outdoor dining and seating Al fresco dining on outdoor terrace Includes Aircon @ US$120 per room per night.
All 5 rooms are ensuite and Sleeps 3 people. They have Double bed and 1 single bed @ US$65 per room per night. All en-suite rooms have safes, mosquito nets, ceiling fans, bedding and towels.
This room is ensuite and Sleeps 4 people. This have a Double bed and 1 bunk bed @ US$75 per room per night. It is en-suite and have safe, mosquito nets, ceiling fan, bedding and towels.
Each dorm has 3 bunk beds Sleeping 12 all together @ US$10 per person per night. They have an Outdoor seating for relaxing fun moments. Please note – no towels.
Lots of camping space situated on the beachfront underneath large mango trees providing lots of shade. Electricity points are available and also Self-catering @ US$8 per person per night.
We have one of the cleanest beach front at Fat Monkeys. Grab a drink at our bar located just beside the beach and enjoy the sip. We've lots of activities happening on the beach.
Lodge Activities, Travel Tips & Power Outages
Water ski-ing. Tubing Sailing. Kayaking Snorkeling. Scuba diving. Birding Curio shops. Happy pants. Play Ground in the Making. We also have happy pants shop. The story behind the Happy Pants
Here are some basic tips and advice for if you wish to visit us. General tips, Shopping tips, About safety, Advice on Malaria, Advice on Bilharzia, Transportation advice and other travel tips...
The country is currently experiencing scheduled power outages due to some other problems at the hydro electric plants. However we have LIMITED power backup at the lodge to cover this problem.
Fat Monkeys is an Afristay Valued Member
