Where to sleep in Murchison Falls | Accommodation in Murchison Falls National Park
There are plenty of accommodation in Murchison Falls National Park ranging from budget,mid-range and luxury for one to choose from! The Park being Uganda’s largest protected area, it is by no surprise that almost everyone who visists the country doesn’t miss a visit to this hidden gem.
How to get to Murchison Falls from Kampala or Entebbe?
The park is located north-west of Kampala and getting there from Kampala which is Uganda’s capital city is just a 6-7 hours of driving using the Kampala-Gulu high-way just if you stop for Rhino trekking at ziwa. And it takes almost the same from Entebbe airport but there’s a quick alternative. You can board a chatter flight from Kajjansi airstrip to Pakuba airstrip which is in the middle of the park and it takes just 30 minutes.
Budget Accommodation in Murchison Falls National Park
For budget travelers who loves cheap but comfortable lodgings in the Murchison Falls, we have selected some of the facsinating ones to choose from and below are some of the;
RED CHILLI REST CAMP– Arguably the most famous budget accommodation in the Murchison Falls and it’s located just inside the park. It’s closeness to the game-drive area and the paraa boat trips starting point, it gets the job done for budget travelers.
YEBO SAFARI CAMP– The is also another good option for travelers seeking budget accommdation in Murchison Falls. Located just outside the Mubako Gate few minutes from the park. Tourists always enjoy every part of it most especially those who love tasting on Uganda local foods.
HORNBILL SAFARI LODGE– This newly established safari lodge is one that is going to be a highlight for most people traveling on a budget. Located on the north of this park just ourtside the Tangi gate of Murchison Falls about 10 minutes of driving on the right following the Arua-Karuma Road.
IKOROM SAFARI LODGE– The northern side of the Murchison Falls National Park has seen new well established budget lodges lately. The beautiful Ikorom Safari Lodge is one that has caught eyes of several travelers. With well built cottages that has a view of the wilderness, this lodge owns a swimming pool for enjoyments from your game viewing activities.
Mid-range Accommodations in Murchison Falls
Just like budget lodges, the Murchison Falls National Park has also seen new establishments of mid-range accommodations which gives tourists plenty of freedom to choose from during teir visit. We have listed some below for our readers to choose from;
PAKUBA SAFARI LODGE-Undoubtedly the most visited mid-range lodge in Murchison Falls. Pakuba Safari Lodge is located north of the park just in the middle of the game-drives area. Wild games like lions are often seen roaming freely from here that’s one of the reason why it is very famous.
MURCHISON RIVER LODGE-Just like Pakuba Safari Lodge, the famous Murchison River Lodge is one of the mid-range facilities you should not miss on your trip to this park. It is located just 5 minutes of driving outside the Mubako Gate and with a swimming pool that adds to it’s well thacthed cottages, it gets the deal done for many.
BAMBOO SAFARI LODGE-This uniquely built bamboo lodge is a hidden mid-range gem in Murchison Falls National Park. It is located outside the Mubako gate about 5 minutes of driving. Clients usually enjoy a cultural music show from the locals at night during camp-fires.
Luxury Lodges in Murchison Falls
Just like you could have thought about if we have Luxury accommodations in this park, yes we have and everyone who loves sleeping in a luxury setting should check them out;
NILE SAFARI LODGE-No debate that the famous Nile Safari Lodge is the best luxury accommodation in the Murchison Falls. It’s closeness to the mighty River Nile is somewhat what makes it unique. Every cottage here has a view of the Nile and hippos are always seen here at night when they graze.
CHOBE SAFARI LODGE-This luxury lodge is only for those who loves a relaxed stay with no rush for game drives. It is located far from the game-drives area about 75km of driving from Karuma.
Fortunately it has a sister lodge in the same area which is located just in the middle of the park so alternatively, you can drive for game-drives and you have lunch at Paraa Safari Lodge.
PARAA SAFARI LODGE-The famous paraa safari lodge is one of the best luxury lodges in Murchison Falls and it’s uniqueness combines both the River Nile and the distance from the lodge to the starting point of boat trips and game-drives.