WhatsApp usA family story, written along the shores of Lake Malawi.
Long before there was a lodge welcoming wedding guests and conference groups, there was a remarkable fascination with the fish of Lake Malawi.
In 1973, Stuart M. Grant began collecting and exporting the lake's colourful cichlids, laying the foundations for a family enterprise that would become world-renowned among aquarium enthusiasts.
From modest beginnings at Kambiri Point, the operation grew over the years, connecting this small corner of Malawi with people and communities far beyond its shores.
And along the way, something else grew: a place where visitors could experience the lake for themselves.
Two species of Lake Malawi cichlids carry the names of Stuart and Esther Grant.
Maylandia estherae, commonly known as the red zebra, was named in honour of Esther. Aulonocara stuartgranti carries Stuart's name.
For us, these are more than scientific names. They're a reminder of the people, the lake and the history behind Red Zebra.
Today, Red Zebra welcomes people for very different reasons. Some come to work, some to celebrate and others simply to enjoy the lakeshore.
But the connection to the lake, the gardens and the family behind the property remains at the heart of who we are.