Where to stay while on Uganda Safari

Uganda is a safari destination preferred by seasoned travelers since it’s not congested when compared to countries such as South Africa, Tanzania, and Kenya where Lodges in national parks get booked to the fullest.

There are several safari lodges in Uganda ranging from low budget to high-end luxury. Here are the low-budget of our top most favourable safari lodges and hotels in Uganda.

1. No.5 Boutique Hotel.

When planning for a safari in Uganda, it’s important to plan for either pre-departure or pre-arrival accommodation. This hotel is a luxurious hotel in Entebbe which is just 15 15-minute drive from the airport.

What to do While in No.5 Boutique Hotel:

• Birding at Botanical Gardens
• Visit Uganda Wildlife Education Centre Zoo(UWEC)
• Beach relaxation etc.

2. Paraa Safari Lodge

Established in 1954, Located in Murchison Falls National Park in the Paraa area overlooking the natural beautiful river Nile. This safari lodge offers luxury accommodation at an affordable rate with each of the rooms a haven of style and serenity with a private balcony and bathrooms.

What to do while in Paraa Safari Lodge:

• Game Drives in Murchison Falls National park
• Boat Safari to the bottom of waterfalls.
• Hiking to the top of waterfalls
• Birding etc.

3. Kyaninga Safari Lodge

Located in Fort Portal a few kilometres from Kibale Forest National Park, the home of chimpanzees overlooks Lake Kyaninga with a backdrop of mountain Rwenzori. Kyaninga Safari Lodge is ideal for high-end travellers.

What to do while in Kyaninga Lodge:

• Chimpanzee trekking in Kibale Forest National Park
• Cultural experiences
• Visit to Twin Lakes
• Bigodi swamp walk etc.

4. Mweya Safari Lodge

Located in the peninsula at the centre of Queen Elizabeth National Park, Mweya safari lodge is one of the best luxury safari lodges in Uganda. The rooms are spacious enough and each room comes with a private bathroom and private balcony. This safari lodge is surrounded by mountains of the moon the Rwenzori mountains and lies at the great Rift Valley hills offering visitors a nice view of the savannah.

What to do in Mweya Safari Lodge:

• Game drives
• Boat safaris
• Chimpanzee tracking
• Lion tracking etc.

5. Gorilla Leisure Lodge.

Located in Bwindi impenetrable national park, this lodge is only a few years old. Gorilla Leisure Lodge turns out to be our best luxury lodge in Bwindi. The rates are pocket-friendly when compared to other luxury lodges within this region. Gorilla Leisure is built in the Rushaga sector of Bwindi's impenetrable national park.

What to do while in Gorilla Leisure Lodge:

• Gorilla Tracking in Bwindi impentrable Natioanl park
• Batwa Cultural experience
• Birding etc.

5. Kigambira Safari Lodge

Built in the southern part of Lake Mburo National Park which is one of the nearest national parks to Entebbe International Airport, Kigambira Safari Lodge is an eco luxury property near Lake Kigambira.

What to do While in Lake Kigambura:

• Game drive in Lake Mburo National Park
• Boat safari
• Horseback ride etc.

6.  Apoka Safari Lodge.

Located in Kidepo Valley National Park an isolated national park in Uganda, Apoka was the first luxury lodge built in this national park. Staging at Apoka Lodge disconnects you completely from the city noise.

What to do while in Apoka safari lodge:

• Game drives in Kidepo Valley National Park
• Cultural Experiences etc.

In Conclusion;

Uganda has a lot of safari lodges with each national park having over 10 lodges giving you an option to choose what fits your budget from the variety.