Here are some of the best lodges you can enjoy on a safari in Uganda, one of the best destinations you shouldn’t miss to see in Africa.
Apoka Safari Lodge. Apoka Safari Lodge located in the jagged hills, the golden grasses, the plains dotted with wildlife, the soft glowing light in Kidepo Uganda’s most remote park. Therefore, on your fly-in tour in Uganda you can enjoy the amazing hospitality services of this lodge.
The rooms at Apoka have been built with comfort in mind. Everything is handmade by local craftsmen and the lodge is large and capacious.
Apoka has 10 spacious rooms, each with two queen size beds, a private en-suite bathroom, private veranda and a large outdoor stone bathroom that’s the perfect spot to relax and soak up the views after a long day’s exploring.
There is a large central building where you’ll find a bar, dining area and common lounge area which leads on to a swimming pool.
Activities that can be done while at the lodge include game drives, wildlife Walks and Karamojong Cultural Encounters.
Papa’s Camp. It is a hidden gem situated on the southern bank of the River Nile, 20 kilometres upstream of the world-famous Murchison Falls. The camp was named after Ernest ‘Papa’ Hemingway who miraculously survived about two plane crashes.
The camp is equipped with 5 luxury en-suite tents and outdoor showers. Each room boasts scenic views of howling rapids. You can experience the roar of the Nile as you fall asleep and wake up to explore vast, unexplored territory.
Papa’s camp offers an unforgettable wildlife experience with sightings of lions, buffalo, giraffes and various antelope species.
The camp is an excellent destination for fishing enthusiasts with several kilometres of primed river and many more unchartered. The camp has experienced and hospitable staff to make your stay feel like you are at your own home.
Semliki Safari Lodge. It is located in western Uganda on the Semliki Valley Wildlife Reserve. Semliki Safari Lodge is a luxury lodge with a reputation for providing guests with a real Ugandan bush experience.
A stone, wood and thatched building consists of a mess area and 8 sleeping tents. Set in a beautifully landscaped garden, the shared areas include a lounge, bar, veranda, dining area, library and swimming pool.
The lodge is spacious, welcoming and comfortable. The main lodge is characterized by hand carved tables, polished wooden floors, curved low seating, canvas dining chairs, white and beige cushions, open sides, well-chosen artifacts and an open fire. The food is great and delicious.
The rooms are raised on wooden platforms and protected by heavily thatched roofs. The sleeping tents of Semliki Safari Lodge are just as comfortable as the shared areas. Each tent possesses a separate bathroom, its own veranda, a double or twin bed, space to change in and a small seating area. Wi-Fi is accessible in the reception area.
Activities you can do while at Semliki Safari Lodge include trips to spot the shoebill, general bird watching, tracking forest elephant and Ugandan kob, boating, fishing and guided walks.
Honey Beer Bush Camp. Honey Bear Bush Camp is situated on the south bank of the Kazinga Channel in Kyambura Game Reserve, part of the Queen Elizabeth National Park. An intimate classic safari experience is guaranteed as Honeybear is the only camp in the entire reserve.
The camp comprises of 5 beautifully appointed, double, en-suite safari tents equipped with outdoor bucket showers.
Each tent is set up to enjoy views of the Kazinga channel and the Rwenzori Mountains. You will fall asleep to the grunts of hippos and wake up to herds of elephants coming down to have their daily drink.
Experience the wonders of walking through unexplored terrain in the reserve. While at the camp, you can also enjoy lion and leopard tracking in Queen Elizabeth National Park and boat cruises in the channel.
Since it is the only camp in the reserve, exclusive night drives are organized at your leisure as well as guided chimpanzee trekking with the guide of Uganda Wildlife Authority in Kyambura Game Reserve.
The opportunities Honeybear Bush Camp has to offer are endless. It’s the perfect base for exploring this special part of the Western Rift Valley.
Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge. Set up on a forested ridge near the entrance to the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest above the clouds looking across to the Virunga volcanoes. Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge boasts eight spacious cottages built from volcanic stone.
Warm and welcoming, each cottage features a bedroom, ensuite bathroom with walk-in shower and separate lounge. Comfortable chairs on the outdoor verandas provide the perfect vantage point to admire the unforgettable vistas of the forest. Blazing fireplaces create a cozy glow as evening falls.
Meals are prepared using the freshest local ingredients and served in front of a roaring fire in the dining area or in the privacy of your stone cottage. The lodge is situated within easy walking distance of the trail where guests can begin their gorilla trekking adventure. Guided forest walks and bird-watching expeditions explore the surroundings, while local community visits give a glimpse of traditional life.
Spectacular views stretch all the way to the Virunga Volcanoes of Rwanda as well as across the border into the Congo where the glow of Nyiragongo Volcano can be seen on a clear night.
Guests at Clouds stay in their own cottage. Built of local volcanic stone, every cottage has a large sitting room with fireplace, vast overstuffed armchairs, and hand-woven carpets. Each individual cottage features the work of one of Uganda’s most respected artists.
