Queen Elizabeth National Park Uganda

Queen Elizabeth National Park Accommodations

Queen Elizabeth national park it is one of Uganda’s most famous wildlife destinations that offers visitors a remarkable safari experience with its vast biodiversity, scenic landscapes and abundant wildlife spanning across the south western Uganda in Kasese district. And these are some of the lodges ranging from luxury to budget range.

Jacana Safari Lodge

Jacana Safari Lodge. Jacana Safari Lodge is the best lodge between luxury and nature, the lodge is located within the rich and then diverse landscapes

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Budget range accommodations

Bush lodge

It is located in southern part pf queen Elizabeth national park; it is a budget friendly accommodation that offers a unique safari experience and it is located near kyambura gorge. It has self-contained Bandas, the activities offered here include nature walks, bird watching, and chimpanzee trucking.

Eshama lodge

Eshama lodge it is located in the northern part of the park; it gives good quality rooms and standard. Esahama lodge is locates near kazinga channel and the lodges organizes boat cruise, bird watching and cultural experiences. Eshama lodge is a perfect choice for visitors on budget trave. And others include Tembo safari lodge, mweya hostel many others.

Why would you choose budget lodges in queen Elizabeth national park

These lodges are affordable, simple and comfortable for travelers and most of them are inside the park making it easy to access.

They are proximity too key safari areas. One of the advantages of staying in these budget lodges is their proximity to some of the parks most famous wildlife areas and attractions.

They are simpler than luxury counterparts, like guided game drives, boat cruise ensuring that visitors have immersive safari experience with knowledgeable guides.

Mid -range accommodation

Ihamba lake side safari lodge

For visitors who wish to be alone ihamba is the best place to stay in it is situated on the shores of lake gorge, the lodge has quick room services with beautiful restaurants offering both local and continental sweet meals. Ihamba has 10 rooms ensuring stunning clear views of mighty park.

Kasenyi safari camp

It is located in kasenyi giving stunning views alongside a wide range of animals. It is built with grass canopy ensuring visitors privacy during his or stay.

Marafiki lodge

It is a popular lodge in queen Elizabeth national park, the lodges’ strategic location enables visitors to have the most stunning views of mountain Rwenzori. The

Cottages at marafiki are grass thatched and its cam accommodate about 16 people, there is also a campfire.

Buffalo safari lodge

It is an excellent lodge that lies in the heart of queen Elizabeth national park, the lodge has over 17 rooms which can accommodate over 20 people. safari lodge boasts a serene environment composed of spectacular flora and fauna and sleeping at buffalo lodge will give you an opportunity to see animals like elephants, buffaloes and warthogs.

Luxury accommodation in queen Elizabeth national park

Mweya safari lodge

Mweya safari lodge is one of the luxury accommodations in queen Elizabeth national park it is located in mweya peninsula and it give the best views of the kazinga channel, Rwenzori Mountain, there are various facilities at that lodge like presidential cottages, queens cottages. It also offers services and amenities such as swimming pool, restaurant that serves local food to mention but a few.

Katara lodge

This lodge consist of 8 luxury thatched cottages wit one of them being a family cottage, and each of them was designed using local materials and wooden floors sleeping at Katara lodge gives African way of living.

Kyambura gorge lodge

It is a luxury lodge located in the eastern corner of queen Elizabeth national park on the edge of kyambura gorge which is also known as the valley of apes, there are 8 primate cottages, and the Bandas at the lodge are named after the chimps. The lodge has facilities like swimming pool, well stocked bar and restaurant, and among the activities there is chimpanzee trucking which is the main one, cultural encounters and game drives.

Jacana safari lodge

Jacana is also luxurious lodge located in queen Elizabeth national park, it has 10chalets and a two-room family cottage with en -suit bathroom with running water and flushing toilets and while staying at the lodge you can participate in activities such birding forest nature walks, game drives, chimpanzee trucking to mention but a few.

Ishasha wilderness camp

It is one of the comfortable and luxury lodges in queen Elizabeth national park located in the southern part of the park set on a wooded area facing Ntungwe river. Sleeping at ishasha wilderness it is self-explanatory that you are in the depth of wilderness as you enjoy the comfort of a self-contained well-furnished large win bedded tents and spending your nights here will give you an opportunity to see tree climbing lions.

Rules and regulation to follow in queen Elizabeth national park

Before embarking on your adventure in queen Elizabeth national park it is crucial to understand these rules and regulations in order to enjoy your stay while contributing positively to the environment. And these are some of the rules and regulations to follow.

Do not leave footprints in short don’t pick any thing in the park like the plants or animals leave things how you found them.

Avoid making noise because noise disrupts the animals and some animals may feel threatened so avoid making unnecessarily noise.

Do not come along with your pets in the park like dogs and cats because they may attempt to fight wild animals hence disrupting animals and some times it is dangerous so it is better you leave them home.

You should move on time the park opens at 7am and closes at exactly 6pm and beyond that time no entering so tourists who come after or before that time are not allowed.

Do not litter rubbish in the park, keep the park clean because animals may consume the rubbish.

Do not hoot while driving it is prohibited and tourists who are found hooting may be charged some amount of money.

In conclusion, queen Elizabeth national park offers a variety of accommodations from budget to luxury lodges, ensuring every traveler finds a place that suits their budget because each lodge provides a unique experience allowing the guests to connect with parks wildlife, whether you planning your travel in dry or wet season choosing the right accommodation will enhance your adventure. Book your stay through African vacation safaris for a stress free and unforgettable trip to this remarkable park.