Where you stay shapes the rhythm of your safari. Beyond Frontiers Travel selects comfortable, well-located accommodation that keeps you close to Uganda’s wildlife, landscapes and communities—without losing the warmth and character of a personal journey. From forest lodges near Bwindi and Queen Elizabeth National Park to practical stays around Kampala, Jinja and Entebbe, we match each property to your route, budget and travel style. Options can include intimate guesthouses, tented camps, classic safari lodges and carefully chosen hotels. What we consider: • Location and travel time between activities • Comfort, cleanliness and reliable service • Views, atmosphere and opportunities to connect with nature • Family, private and small-group requirements Tell us your dates, interests and preferred level of comfort. We will recommend a clear, flexible stay plan and combine it with guiding, transport and activities that fit your safari. Request a quote for your tailor-made Uganda journey.

Where to stay in Uganda

A selection of lodges and camps we recommend in Uganda's national parks and conservation areas, grouped by park and area. Ask us and we'll match the right one to your itinerary, budget and travel style.

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

  • Buhoma Lodge (Buhoma) – Luxury. Cottages at the Buhoma trailhead, run by Uganda Exclusive Camps.
  • Bwindi Lodge (Buhoma) – Luxury. Bandas on the forest edge near the Buhoma trailheads.
  • Mahogany Springs (Buhoma) – Mid-range/Luxury. Riverside lodge a short walk from Buhoma park HQ.
  • Gorilla Mist Camp (Ruhija) – Mid-range. Tented camp for gorilla treks and birding in the Ruhija sector.
  • Gorilla Valley Lodge (Rushaga) – Mid-range. Southern Bwindi gorilla-trekking base (sector to be confirmed with the lodge).
  • Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge (Nkuringo) – Luxury. Uganda's highest-altitude luxury lodge, with views of the Virungas.
  • Mutanda Lake Resort (Kisoro / Lake Mutanda (for Rushaga & Nkuringo)) – Mid-range. Lakeside base for southern Bwindi gorilla treks and volcano hikes.
  • Chameleon Hill Lodge (Kisoro / Lake Mutanda) – Mid-range. Colourful hillside lodge above Lake Mutanda.
  • Travellers Rest Hotel (Kisoro town) – Budget. Historic small hotel in Kisoro, between Bwindi and Mgahinga.

Mgahinga Gorilla National Park

Southwest lakes (Lake Bunyonyi, near Kabale)

  • Arcadia Cottages (Lake Bunyonyi) – Mid-range. Hilltop cottages with wide views over the lake's islands.
  • Birdnest Resort (Lake Bunyonyi) – Mid-range. Lakeshore hotel with a deck and canoe access.

Queen Elizabeth National Park

  • Queen Elizabeth Bush Lodge (Kazinga Channel / Katunguru) – Budget/Mid-range. Tented bandas on the Kazinga Channel, with wildlife walking through camp.
  • Mweya Safari Lodge (Mweya / Kasenyi) – Mid-range/Luxury. Classic lodge on the Mweya Peninsula overlooking the channel.
  • Simba Safari Camp (Mweya / Kasenyi) – Budget. Good-value camp near the Kasenyi plains.
  • Kyambura Gorge Lodge (Kyambura / crater area) – Luxury. Converted coffee store overlooking the chimp gorge.
  • Elephant Plains Lodge (Kyambura / crater area) – Mid-range. Cottages with savannah views near the Kyambura gorge.
  • Ishasha Wilderness Camp (Ishasha) – Luxury. Riverside tents in tree-climbing-lion country.

Murchison Falls National Park

  • Pakuba Safari Lodge (North bank) – Mid-range. Lodge by the Albert Nile, close to the northern game tracks.
  • Paraa Safari Lodge (North bank) – Mid-range/Luxury. Historic lodge with a pool above the Paraa crossing.
  • Fort Murchison (North bank) – Budget/Mid-range. Fort-style lodge on the Albert Nile.
  • Murchison River Lodge (South bank) – Mid-range. Riverside cottages and tents near the Paraa ferry.
  • Baker's Lodge (South bank) – Luxury. Riverside tented lodge near Paraa.
  • Murchison Bush Camp (South bank) – Mid-range. Bush camp run by Uganda Exclusive Camps.
  • Chobe Safari Lodge (East (Karuma)) – Luxury. Large Nile-side resort in the park's east.
  • Budongo Eco Lodge (Budongo Forest) – Budget/Mid-range. Forest cabins for Budongo chimp tracking.

Kibale National Park / Fort Portal crater lakes

  • Primate Lodge Kibale (Kanyanchu) – Mid-range. Lodge inside the forest at the chimp-tracking start point.
  • Kibale Forest Camp (Bigodi) – Budget. Tented camp near Bigodi Wetland.
  • Kibale Lodge (Crater lakes) – Luxury. Volcanoes Safaris' lodge near Kibale Forest.
  • Papaya Lake Lodge (Crater lakes) – Luxury. Boutique lodge on a crater lake.
  • Kyaninga Lodge (Fort Portal) – Luxury. Timber cottages on a crater rim, facing the Rwenzoris.

Lake Mburo National Park

  • Mihingo Lodge (East) – Luxury. Rock-top lodge with horseback safaris.
  • Eagle's Nest (Park edge) – Budget/Mid-range. Hilltop tents with views over the park.

Kidepo Valley National Park

  • Kidepo Savannah Lodge (Narus Valley (near Kalokudo gate)) – Budget/Mid-range. Tents on a ridge above the Narus Valley.
  • Apoka Safari Lodge (Narus Valley) – Luxury. The park's flagship luxury lodge.

Semuliki National Park / Toro-Semliki

  • Semliki Safari Lodge (Toro-Semliki Wildlife Reserve) – Luxury. Uganda's oldest safari lodge, in the Albertine Rift.

Mount Elgon / Sipi Falls

Gateway towns & stopovers

Lodge availability and rates change by season. Request a quote and we'll confirm the best option for your dates.