Places to Stay in Murchison Falls National Park Uganda

Accommodation in Murchison Falls National Park

The type and cost of accommodation is very significant to any tourist on a safari in Uganda or anywhere in the World. Whether in the cities, national parks or villages, wherever you travel, it’s a guarantee that you will find a good quality hotel with reasonable prices. And for travelers ready to pay a little extra can get truly wonderful hotels and safari lodges that offer memorable experiences.

Uganda has an array of accommodation facilities right from luxury lodges, midrange and budget accommodations including campsites. Different types cater for different needs, from cottages, tented bandas and tents, hotel rooms, campsites to guest houses and so many others.

And when it comes to national parks in Uganda, you can never go wrong on accommodation. Whether it’s a wildlife safari in Kidepo Valley National Park or a gorilla tour in Bwindi Impenetrable National park, no traveler can ever fail to get where to slumber when the night comes.

Briefly go through the accommodation in Murchison falls national park. This is the largest park in Uganda, covering over 3800 square kilometers. It sits on the shores of Lake Albert in Northwest Uganda and its flagship is in the world’s most powerful waterfalls that base here; the Murchison falls from which the park got its name.

The park offers one of the best game drive experiences in Uganda, exposing you to a wide range of wild species. Never heard of a traveler who went to Murchison falls national park and never saw animals like, lions, elephants, Uganda Kobs, Oribis, Warthogs, Buffaloes, among others, lucky tourists even get to see the leopards, though these are so rare.

• Paraa Safari Lodge

About accommodation in Murchison falls national park, Paraa safari lodge is one of the best lodges any traveler can ever stay in; here luxury has no limit. Each of the rooms is a haven of serenity and style, with a balcony and private bathroom. Take a vacation away from the noisome hustles of the town with a unique blend of comfort, adventure and relaxation, simply book your dates and explore what Paraa safari lodge has to offer. After your game drive, you can relax on the pool side as you wait for lunch and afternoon boat cruise to the bottom of the falls.

Paraa Safari Lodge – Murchison Falls N.P

• Chobe Safari Lodge

Next on the list is Chobe safari lodge. If not the best, then it’s next to the best lodge in Murchison falls national park.  Even its reputable story of one of the world’s biggest music icon; Kanye West and the wife Kim Kardashian sleeping there gave it more fame. A lodge in the park that furnishes breathtaking views together with sounds of the water falls makes an experience that no one can ever forget.

Chobe Safari Lodge – Uganda Safaris

• Baker’s Lodge

The lodge delives its name from the historic English explorer Sir Samuel Baker. The lodge is situated on the South bank of the mighty Nile River which transects Murchison Falls National Park. Baker’s Lodge is set with direct access to the River, large shady trees and wetland areas hosting abundant birdlife along the water shores. The views onto the river are vast and magnificent with islands hosting nesting egret birds, elephants bathing and pods of hippos regularly viewed. Its one of the 5 star lodges in the Magnificient Murchison Falls N.P

Baker’s Lodge – Murchison Falls National Park

• Murchison River Lodge

This is located on the southern bank of the Nile River with beautiful surroundings that offer relaxing and comfortable midrange accommodation to suit all budgets. It has thatched cottages and safari tents. Even travelers who would like to camp have some reserved and already set up campsites. In other words, they have cottages and tents to cater for all classes of travelers, ranging from luxury cottages to mid-range tents and basic camping.

Murchison River Lodge

• Red Chilli Rest Camp

This one is the best option for low budget travelers, back packers and campers, located at Paraa area on the southern banks of the Nile River in the center of the park. Red Chilli’s restaurant and bar are well stocked under a thatched roof. There are very affordable cottages and camping ground for those with their own tents (Bush tent and Roof Top Tents).

The lodge offers spectacular views of the Nile, and a bonfire is always lit in the evenings for tourists to experience the real safari moments.

If it’s a camping, or low budget tour to Murchison falls national park, don’t look past Red Chilli rest camp.

• Pakuba safari Lodge

This is located on the eastern bank of the Albert Nile. The lodge’s location offers a panoramic view of River Nile, the riverine forest and the surrounding wilderness. So staying at the lodge furnishes opportunities to spot elegant giraffes, elephants, antelopes and some other wildlife species even before going for a game drive.

Travelers here can easily cool off the bumpy game drive with a swim in the lodge’s pool and then have a mouthwatering meal served in an onsite restaurant.

Pakuba Safari Lodge – Murchison Falls National Park

• Sambiya River Lodge

Located apprximately 20 minutes drive from the top of the Murchison Falls. Sambiya River Lodge’s unique charm is in the atmosphere of intimacy provided to the guests. We provide accommodation in individual and family thatched cottages and bandas which have en-suite bathrooms, fans, screened doors and windows, mosquito nets, and private veranda to relax and enjoy the commanding views of quintessential Africa.

• Park Side View Safari Lodge

Park Side Safari Lodge is situated outside the park, about 2km away from Tangi gate of Murchison Falls National Park. It is located on the shores of the Albert Nile, favorable for walks and canoe ride.
With many species of birds such as the rare shoebill along the river the, lodge reserves the best place to stay for bird lovers on their safari to Murchison Falls national park.

If any of the above doesn’t work for, you can contact us for more information about the accommodation in Murchison falls national park. Among other places to stay include Heritage safari lodge, and Fort Murchison Lodge.