Murchison Falls National Park boasts opulent lodges with modern amenities. In Murchison accommodation facilities, you can relax on your private balcony overlooking the mighty Nile River as it carves its path through the dramatic landscape. These lodges often feature infinity pools, elegant dining experiences and knowledgeable staff who can arrange exclusive wildlife encounters. Below are some of the best lodges that can provide the best accommodation experience while exploring Murchison Falls National Park on a Uganda Safari;
Nile Safari Lodge. Nile Safari Lodge is situated on the south bank of the Nile River and has magnificent views out across the river. It is an eco-friendly, family-owned lodge which opened in 2017. Guest accommodation at Nile Safari Lodge includes 8 luxurious bandas secreted along the bank of Nile. The main emphasis here is to keep guests’ privacy.
The rooms are spacious with lovely wooden décor and their own shaded decking overlooking the river. All rooms are elegantly appointed with large beds, en-suite bathrooms and an outdoor shower option that allows you a view of the stars.
Among the rooms at Nile Safari Lodge, there is a Dunia family suite that can accommodate up to 8 people. This suite has its own private swimming pool, super-comfy living room area and views of the Shoebill peninsula.
The food at Nile Safari Lodge is excellent since chefs prepare fine international cuisine with local twists and they do bake breads and pastries on a daily basis.
Nile Safari Lodge has many private and beautiful spots for candlelit dinners. There is also an excellent cocktail bar and the Mtoni Spa where you can enjoy treatments with panoramic views of the park.
This eco-friendly lodge maximizes luxury and minimizes its carbon footprint.
Murchison River Lodge. It is situated on the southern bank of the Nile River and was established by Chris and Georgie a couple who wanted to provide quality accommodation for all travelers regardless of their budget.
Murchison River Lodge provides guests with a variety of accommodation options to suit guests’ needs. There are 4 ensuite cottages, 13 ensuite classic safari tents, 3 comfortable river tents and camping grounds with facilities.
The thatched cottages are open-plan and feature 2 single beds downstairs and a double bed on a mezzanine floor. The wide veranda overlooks the bush and includes a sofa and hammock for guests to relax and enjoy the bush life. The cottages are perfect for families traveling with up to four children between the ages of 4-12 or about 4 adults traveling together.
The classic safari tents are set up under a thatched roof and nestled amongst the trees and bush around the lodge grounds. The tents can be set up for twin or double occupancy or for a family with at most 2 children. Each tent has a porch with a table and chair set.
Since the lodge is located close to the River Nile, the river tents offer a unique view of the Nile River waters. These tents are perfect for adventurous guests and are set up for twin-sharing.
For guests traveling with their own equipment, the lodge offers a campsite where they can set up their tents under the milky African stars. The campsite is located in an area of natural habitat with plenty of places to pitch a tent and unwind. Campers have access to bathrooms and other facilities. The lodge’s kitchen team offers daily homemade meals.
Fresh produce is sourced locally including fish from the Nile and nearby Lake Albert. Two-course lunches and three-course dinners are served in the wide-open thatched building which gives you a cool environment to enjoy the outside air, bush life and riverside wildlife. The lodge’s main bar is fully stocked with a selection of wine, beers and spirits, including sodas and juice.
For guests looking to relax after a day of adventure, they can cool off in the pool or bask in the sun poolside while enjoying the outstanding sounds and views of the Nile River waters.
The lodge is ideal for environmentally conscious guests since it runs entirely off solar power.
Paraa Safari Lodge. Paraa Safari Lodge was established in 1954 and lies on the scenic north bank of the Victoria Nile in the heart of Murchison Falls National Park.
It is one of the oldest and largest of safari lodges in Uganda. The lodge is located in the Central Paraa area of Murchison Falls National Park. It is situated on a slope overlooking the north bank of the Nile River as it flows through Murchison Falls the world’s strongest waterfall.
Para safari lodge has 53 comfortable and well-equipped rooms that are categorized as classic, deluxe and superior. It also has 3 safari tents, 2 suites and a cottage. Paraa Safari Lodge offers a unique blend of comfort, relaxation and adventure. Each of the rooms is a haven of style and serenity, complete with balcony and private bathroom.
Paraa Safari Lode’s restaurant is decorated in colonial style. Paraa Safari Lodge is perfectly suited for boat trips to the bottom of Murchison Falls and wildlife game drives on the productive Delta game drive circuit.
Pakuba Safari Lodge. Pakuba Safari Lodge is situated on the east bank of the Albert Nile. It is was built on a site just up from the ruins of an old safari lodge formerly used by Idi Amin, now a picturesque ruin favored as a hang-out by giraffes. Rooms are huge, stylish and rather minimalist.
The lodge has about 46 self-contained rooms with their own bathrooms. Some of the rooms can be shared by two people or a family. The lodge has single rooms built on raised floors, the spacious en-suite rooms have balconies and large windows offering stunning river views. All rooms have a bathroom with hot and cold water and a toilet. Large beds and fine linens have been carefully selected to ensure total comfort. The lodge’s goal is to create a pleasant and loving atmosphere for its guests.
The lodge has double or twin rooms with spacious en suite rooms built on an elevated ground with a balcony and sliding large windows to provide superb views of the river. All rooms have en-suite bathrooms with running cold and hot water as well as a flush toilet. Beds are king size and fine linen has been carefully selected to ensure total comfort. The lodge has also got family rooms built on high ground with amenities such as flushing toilets, bathrooms with running cold and hot water among others. The lodge has large rooms for social gatherings, conference meetings or weddings. There are special offers for those who stay for 3 or more nights like free game drives, boat cruises, chimpanzee tracking and nature walks on top of the falls.
Chobe safari lodge. It is a five-star lodge and is a gem in Uganda’s crown of tourism destination which is managed by Marasa Africa. The lodge offers a panaromic views, accompanied with sound of the river Nile rapids and also offers massage treatment. Chobe safari lodge offers a unique opportunity to visitors to see wildlife, birds, flora and fauna. The immersion in the swimming pool across three exclusive tiers at the lodge is a priceless escape moment whereby each offering privacy and an unobstructed view of the river Nile while sipping a cocktail juice or lounging while the sun sets over the river.
There are also conference facilities which can host up to 100 guests which provides spacious and comfortable facilities for large corporate groups or intimate board meetings, weddings. Gift shop has an array of crafts and souvenirs hence embarks a journey. The shop ensures you bring a piece of the pearl of Africa back home and accepts major forms of payment include VISA. It serves local and international cuisine at the restaurants while drinks can be enjoyed at the bar. There are 40 rooms,2 cottages and 21 tents whereby there are four categories of rooms namely; 27 classic rooms, 9 deluxe rooms,3 superior rooms and 1 signature room and each of them having self-served coffee and air conditioner. Activities which can be carried at the lodge are game drives, tiger fishing, village tours, bush breakfast and trips to Victoria falls.
Budongo eco lodge. Nestled in the heart of Budongo Central Forest Reserve, within the boundaries of Murchison Falls National Park.
This wooded eco lodge has 5 intimate eco-cabins. Each cabin features a private deck that overlooks the surrounding forest. The rooms are spacious, with large twin or double beds and a sitting area. They have fully equipped bathroom with a wash table, shower and separate composting toilet.
Budongo Ecolodge also has four nice dormitory rooms, each with two double-deckers and screen windows. There is solar power, hot water, rainwater catchment and eco-toilets. If you are interested in seeing chimpanzees, this is one of Uganda’s best-kept secrets with excellent, personalized guiding that’s respectful of the animals. The lodge also has a good restaurant that serves delicious food.
In addition, the lodge offers many different activities in the direct surroundings including chimpanzee tracking, chimpanzee habituation, forest walks and bird watching. The combination of this eco-tourism facility with superb safari accommodation and a wide choice of forest activities provides a wonderful mix of relaxation and adventure set against the unique backdrop of the untouched African nature.
Fort Murchison camp. Fort Murchison Lodge is part of the Dutch-owned Nature Lodges’ a company that species in providing comfortable budget and midrange accommodation in Uganda’s best safari parks. It is set in the Aswa Lolim Game Reserve on the Albert Nile’s eastern banks. Fort Murchison camp is superbly positioned for game drives in Murchison Falls National Park. Fort Murchison offers mid-range and budget accommodation in Murchison Falls National Park.
Visitors can sit on the rooftop terrace for an evening sundowner and see the unmatched views of the African savannah and the Albert Nile. The lodge is eco- friendly.
There are 12 pleasant en-suite rooms to choose from in the mid-range including private bathrooms, hot showers, and a comfortable sofa.
However, if visitors require a more budget-friendly option, there are safari tents which share a communal shower and bathroom block.
The tents are furnished with two single beds, mosquito nets, a bedside table and power outlet for charging your electronics.
Each tent is under the shade of a thatched roof and has a private veranda with views of the wonderfully green garden. The amenities include swimming pool, a restaurant, a bar, WIFI among others.
Twiga safari lodge. Twiga Safari Lodge is a mid-range lodge with 8 exclusive cottages situated on the bank of the river Nile in Mubaako Paraa opposite the Murchison falls National Park. The lodge is located at the heart of all the activities carried out in the park as it is a 5-minute drive away from the Paraa ferry crossing. Guests can be able to enjoy a boat ride and hike to the famous Murchison falls, sport fishing, bird watching at the lake Albert delta, and game drives through the national park across the river.
Twiga Safari Lodge aims at providing clients with comfortable accommodation in the serene and relaxing environment of Uganda’s wildlife.
On site, guests can get a chance to see some monkeys and various birds freely moving through the grounds of the lodge. Twiga Safari lodge provides a scenic vantage point for viewing Uganda’s wildlife lounging in the river during the day and grazing on land at night around the lodge. The lodge’s staff is very friendly and polite.
It has a restaurant which serves continental meals and have a well-stocked bar with a wide range of beverages.
All these are provided with excellent service and a breath-taking view of the Nile.
Red Chillie Rest Camp. Formerly known as Paraa Rest Camp, this facility is built on the southern section of the river Nile in Murchison Falls National Park at Paraa. The rooms are self-contained and made of brick and grass thatched roofs. Some of the facilities in the hotel include a cooking section, toilets, a restaurant and a bar. A camp fire is usually set late in the evening with barbecue. Because of its strategic location within the park, it is possible to spot some of the park animals like antelopes, warthogs and birds coming near the camp. Bandas have a double bed, single bed and bunk beds.
They all have linen, solar fans, lights as well as solar hot water and triple en-suite Banda. The bar has a variety of soft and hard drinks while the restaurant provides a menu with continental meals accompanied with hospitable staff. The lodge provides car hire services, laundry, security and many more. Activities carried out at the lodge are game drives, boat cruise, community visit, birding, chimpanzee tracking.
Heritage Safari Lodge. Heritage safari lodge is built in the out skirts of Murchison falls national park just a few kilometers from the Tangi northern gate and this gives ample opportunity for easy access to early morning and afternoon game viewing at the time providing the opportunity to allow for tourists to get back for lunch and have some rest.
Heritage Safari Lodge offers comfortable budget safari accommodation within 5 minutes’ drive from Murchison Falls National Park.
This cozy lodge offers accommodation in single, double and triple rooms built on raised platforms with panoramic views of the spectacular park and Albert Nile.
The lodge also provides camping grounds for those interested in camping. The cottages are built in African traditional way with grass thatched huts to give visitors a true meaning of African experience. Each cottage is en-suite with modern eco-friendly bathroom fittings with a characteristic high shower-head.
While at the lodge, visitors will have the opportunity to enjoy the Acholi traditional hospitality and to see, feel, hear, smell and taste the Acholi culture.
The bandas provide uninterrupted view of the Albert Nile and the surrounding green meadow of rolling savannah where schools of hippopotamus and herds of elephants can be viewed as you enjoy a sundowner.
Other safari lodges and camps in Murchison Falls National Park include; Elephant View Lodge, Murchison Bush Camp, Sambiya River Lodge, Shoebill Camp Site, UWA Campsite, Boomu Women´s Group Bandas, Kabalega wilderness lodge, Parkside safari lodge among others.
