Accommodation in Queen Elizabeth National Park – 12 Best Lodges

Find the Best Accommodation in Queen Elizabeth National Park Uganda assorted from Luxury to budget safari lodges in Queen Elizabeth game park.

Queen Elizabeth National Park, on the western side of Uganda, is a remarkable tourist destination for travelers interested in enjoying game safaris and chimpanzee tracking adventures.

This 1978-square kilometer Protected Area shelters about 95 mammal species and over 600 bird species as well as magnificent landscapes like Crater Lakes, freshwater Lakes (like George and Edward), the Kazinga Channel, deep Valleys, and sweeping Savannah plains dotted with acacia tree species.

This safari destination not only has extraordinary attractions but also excellent accommodation options for budget, midrange, and luxury travelers. These accommodation options include;

Luxury Lodges in Queen Elizabeth National Park

Mweya Safari Lodge

Mweya Safari Lodge, in the heart of Queen Elizabeth National Park, is the only Park set in the middle of the Park at Mweya Peninsula and is fringed by the Rwenzori Mountains.

Views enjoyed by the Guests include the Kazinga Channel and the savannah plains.

Accommodation is provided in the rooms or tents and cottages that include the 32 classic rooms, 12 Deluxe rooms that are air-conditioned, and 2 remarkable suites as well as the 2 family cottages, 2 classic tents, and 2 luxury tents.

Other facilities at Mweya Safari Lodge are the luxurious swimming pool, the spa, a beautiful restaurant, a conference center, and an exquisite well-stocked bar.

Kyambura Gorge Lodge

Kyambura Gorge Lodge is the perfect place to stay if you are planning to track the chimpanzees in the underground forest within Kyambura Gorge.

This discerning modern Lodge at the edge of Queen Elizabeth National Park is owned by Volcanoes safaris and was converted from an old coffee store to provide guests with an incredibly mind-blowing place to stay while taking in views of the wilderness and jungle.

It has 8 stunning afro-chic Bandas in standard and deluxe categories with spacious living areas with comfortable chairs and tables, large beds, large windows that provide excellent views, and an en-suite bathroom among others. Also available at the Lodge is a spa treatment room, luxurious swimming pool, nice restaurant, and bar area.

Elephant Plains Lodge

Elephant Plains lodge is one of the newest additions at Queen Elizabeth National Park and sits right outside the park but a stone’s throw from the Equator crossing.

Guests here enjoy views of the beautiful Lake Kikorongo where huge herds of elephants are always sighted drinking water or bathing hence the name “Elephant Plains”.

There are 10 cottages here, some of which are double and twin-room configurations while one is a family cottage. Each of these rooms has a large bed, sitting area with a cozy chair, dressing mirror, en-suite bathroom (with bathtub, flushing toilet, and cold/hot shower), and private veranda with chairs for relaxing while taking in views of the Lake.

The Lodge has a swimming pool, outdoor fireplace, the main lodge area with a restaurant, lounge area, well-stocked bar, and a tea/coffee area.

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Ishasha Wilderness Camp

Ishasha Wilderness Camp is another extraordinarily stupendous accommodation facility in Queen Elizabeth National Park and sits along the unsullied banks of River Ntungwe.

It is one of the few places that will provide that deserved raw wilderness experience and has Tent-styled rooms with private verandas overlooking the river thus providing priceless sights of elephants that visit to drink water.

Each of the rooms has an en-suite bush shower with an eco-friendly flushing toilet, a large bed draped with a mosquito net. Also available here is a restaurant, a bar, complimentary Wi-Fi and charging areas around the Camp, and remarkable sundowners.

Midrange Accomodations in Queen Elizabeth National Park

Enganzi Game Lodge

This secluded midrange Lodge derives its essence from the stunning and jaw-dropping views of the National Park, comfortably viewed from the private cottages that are patched on the Rift Valley.

Situated in Kichwamba on a hill bordering Queen Elizabeth National Park, Enganzi Game Lodge’s Tent-like cottages are in single, double, twin, and triple configurations featuring large en-suite bathrooms with bathtub and separate bathrooms, very spacious seating areas, mosquito net-draped beds, and total privacy.

The Lodge also has a restaurant, swimming pool, and bar area.

Buffalo Safari Lodge

Another wonderful midrange Lodge for Queen Elizabeth National Park is the iconic Buffalo Safari Lodge, close to Katunguru Bridge featuring 17 beautiful rooms-Deluxe single, Deluxe double/twin, standard single, and double/twin, as well as family cottages.

Guests that stay here enjoy serene surroundings and receive surprise visits from elephants, hippos, buffaloes, and antelopes.

Also available at Buffalo Lodge is the restaurant, complimentary Wi-Fi, and lounge area where incredible views of the Park, Lakes George, and Edward are relished as well as a fully-stocked bar.

Parkview Safari Lodge

Parkview Safari Lodge is set on the outskirts of Queen Elizabeth National, commanding magnificent views of the Park in an outstanding way.

The Lodge is amazingly built in a blend of traditional and contemporary raw materials hence opening guests to a new World of wilderness experience and a touch of luxury. There are 5 eco-friendly cottages providing stupendous accommodation with private living areas.

The cottages have a bedroom with a king-size, private bathroom while the Lodge has a bar, laundry services, a gift shop, and free Wi-Fi connectivity.

Kasenyi Safari Camp

Located along the shores of Lake Bunyampaka within the sweeping Kasenyi savannah plains of Queen Elizabeth National Park is Kasenyi Safari Camp.

It has 8 Tents, sitting on an elevated platform with a thatched canopy roof and featuring an en-suite bathroom, private deck, and vast living space. Animals especially antelopes, hippos, lions, and hyenas are always seen around the Camp area.

Budget Accommodations in Queen Elizabeth National Park

Queen Elizabeth Bush Lodge

Queen Elizabeth Bush Lodge is one of the few accommodation facilities that were built with ecological principles and provide maximum privacy to guests, owing to the spaciousness of the Bandas.

There are 12 self-contained Bandas that sit on raised platforms and command 180-degree views of the savannah plains, 11 none- self-contained Tents as well as 2 self-contained Tents here. At Bush Lodge is also a restaurant and bar

Simba Safari Camp

Simba Safari Camp is one of the most popular budget accommodation facilities used by Queen Elizabeth National Park visitors and sits on top of a hill that overlooks the beautiful Lake Kikorongo, at the border of Queen Elizabeth National Park.

This Camp has been providing unforgettable experiences to travelers since 2008 and has self-contained and none self-contained rooms as well as Camping grounds and dormitories.

It had a nice restaurant where continental meals are served, a bar where guests enjoy different alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, and free internet around public areas.

Kazinga Channel View Resort

Kazinga Channel View Resort is found in the Katunguru area, around 5 kilometers from the Kazinga Channel hence guests enjoy visitors from elephants, warthogs, and Hippos.

Accommodation is in cottages, Bandas, a blockhouse, and a Campsite. The rooms feature private bathrooms.

Other facilities at Kazinga Channel View Resort are complimentary Wi-Fi and charging facilities at the main lodge area, a beautiful restaurant for enjoying meals with other Lodge guests, laundry services, and a fully-stocked bar.

Tembo Safari Lodge

Are you looking for a budget accommodation facility offering classic services and a secluded location? Then you are looking for Tembo Safari Lodge.

It overlooks the Kazinga Channel and guests are accommodated in a clean but very affordable environment. You can stay at the private Tembo cottage, any of the double or twin rooms, or the standard single rooms.

The Tembo restaurant is where food is served in a fast and accurate manner while the bar area draws guests who wish to relax while sipping different drinks and taking in the panoramic views of the Kazinga Channel.

Private Accommodations in Queen Elizabeth National park

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