Nile Safari Lodge is located near the entrance of Murchison Falls National Park on the South Bank of the Nile.
Located on the South Bank of the Nile, Nile Safari Lodge is a short distance from the entrance of Murchison Falls National Park.
The lodge is a family-owned luxury accommodation option that opened in 2017 intending to fulfil a lifelong desire of providing an unforgettable stay in the Pearl of Africa.
It is situated 20 kilometres downstream from the powerful Murchison Falls, providing access to the park’s premier game-viewing opportunities. It is one of the most luxurious forest retreats in Uganda due to its innovative, eco-friendly design that merges harmoniously with its surroundings.
Whether you’re a budget traveller or looking for the ultimate luxury experience on your Uganda safari vacation, you can’t go wrong with a stay at Nile Safari Lodge in Murchison Falls National Park.
Accommodation at Nile Safari Lodge
Each of our eight magnificent bandas at Nile Safari Lodge is designed to be your home away from home for the duration of your visit, affording you the utmost in privacy and comfort.
Each Banda has a thatched roof, a large seating area, a daybed, a mosquito net, en suite amenities with indoor and outdoor showers, and its viewing balcony with a swing chair and deck chairs.
Some of the world’s most breathtaking views may be seen from the comfort of your banda.
Deluxe Banda
There are six deluxe bandas facing the Nile River. Each has a king-sized bedroom with an intimate setting brought to life by its distinctive style and decor. The bandas provide the ideal degree of seclusion.
Exclusive Banda
With its spectacular views, this suite is ideal for a romantic trip. It is the perfect spot to unwind with a drink and a book. It is distinctive because of its private plunge pool and daybed overlooking the Nile.
A unique deal for those who wish to spend quality time with their significant other in peace.
Family Banda
This adaptable two-bedroom banda is ideal for families and small groups, as it blends solitude with communal living space, including a private swimming pool and outdoor observation balcony.
Nile safari lodge rates (accommodation rates)
The rates at Nile Safari Lodge differ depending on the season (high or low) and the type of Banda. The low season usually runs from March-May and October-November.
The high season runs from January-February, June-September and December.
Low season
| Deluxe banda | Exclusive banda | Family banda |
| Single: $750 per night | Single: $950 per night | $2310 per night |
| Double: $1170 per night | Double: $1460 per night | |
| $120 per child aged between 5-15 years | $120 per child aged between 5-15 years |
High season
| Deluxe banda | Exclusive banda | Family banda |
| Single: $1265 per night | Single: $1575 per night | $3310 per night |
| Double: $1970 per night | Double: $2420 per night | |
| $185 per child aged between 5-15 years | $750 per child aged between 5-15 years |
Meals/Dining
The restaurant features exceptional communal dining areas. For romantic occasions, visitors may pick from a variety of private eating areas, such as the terrace, beneath the shady pergola, or a candlelit dinner on their private deck.
Daily, the lodge’s chef prepares a delectable selection of international and continental foods with a safari twist, as well as freshly baked bread and pastries. The cocktail bar is the ideal place to meet fellow travellers and while away the safari evening in conversation.
Services offered at Nile Safari Lodge
In addition to providing a place to sleep and restaurant services, Nile Safari Lodge also provides laundry services, En-suite Bathroom & Bathtub, a swimming pool, a wellness spa, a bar, a private deck, complimentary wireless internet access, wheelchair access and mosquito nets.
Activities at Nile Safari Lodge
Game drive
The highlight of any safari is undoubtedly the wildlife drive. You can enjoy the thrill of observing wildlife in its native habitat from the comfort of a 4×4 safari vehicle. You will see the famed “big four” animals and get some amazing shots of them.
Nile River Cruise
Instead of going on a game drive, you might take a thrilling boat trip through the green and lush bends of the magical Nile and get a great look at the spectacular Murchison Falls.
Brunch At the Top of The Falls
The most spectacular brunch setting imaginable. Picture this: you’re standing in front of Uganda’s most impressive waterfall, a glass of champagne in one hand and a warm croissant in the other.
Hike to the falls
When combined with a Nile River boat ride, hiking to the top of Murchison Falls is the ultimate blend of peaceful happiness and wild beauty that leads to the base of the falls.
Fishing
In Murchison Falls National Park, you can engage in sport fishing to enhance your African wilderness trip experience. Any serious angler who is also enthusiastic and in love with Uganda is in for a treat.
Bird watching
Uganda is a birdwatcher’s dream destination because it is home to more than 1,100 bird species. The modest and beautiful Shoebill Stork is among them, as are the Crested Crane, African Fish Eagle, and Abyssinian Ground Hornbill.
Nile Safari Lodge is ideally situated for bird lovers and ornithologists.
Chimpanzee Tracking
About 5,000 chimpanzees are dispersed throughout the country’s forests and game preserves in Uganda.
To have the finest experience with Chimpanzees, one must visit Budongo Forest, which is located roughly three hours’ drive northwest of the capital city Kampala on the way to the renowned Murchison Falls National Park.
This is the largest Mahogany Forest in all of East Africa and the largest chimpanzee habitat in Uganda.
Rhino Trekking
Rhinos are the second-largest terrestrial mammals on earth, with an average height and weight of between 1.8 to 3 tons. Experiencing rhinos in their native habitat, up close and personal, is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.
The Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary is the only spot in Uganda where you may see the ‘big five animals, therefore if you want to complete your ‘big five’ wildlife checklist, you must stop here.
It is located along the Kampala – Gulu highway roughly 180 kilometres from the entrance to Murchison Falls National Park.
This is a once-in-a-lifetime experience that should not be missed. Only USD 20.
Activity rates
How to get there
From Kampala, it is a 5-hour journey of about 305 km to the Lodge through Masindi, Kichumbanyobo Gate, and Mubako Gate through the park. Visitors who are feeling very adventurous can also get to the lodge via the escarpment road from Bulisa and Wanseko.
For air transport, a jet-ranger helicopter for three guests can be arranged at the Nile Safari Lodge for $3900. The lodge is equipped with a helipad where private helicopters can land and take off.
If you are taking a small chartered flight from Entebbe International Airport, Bugungu Airfield is the closest airstrip and about a 25-minute drive from Nile Safari Lodge.
Reservations
To book a spot at the lodge, contact the Nile Safari Lodge team through the website or by telephone call.
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