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Top Best 5 Safari Lodges In Kibale National Park
The top best 5 safari lodges in Kibale National Park include luxury accommodation, mid-range accommodations and budget accommodation. Luxury accommodation include, chimpundu lodgee, dutchess Hotel and Restaurant, Legend executive suites, Midrange include Fort fun city hotel, Njala suites, Kalya Courts Hotel and bugdet hotels include Lake Nyamirima cottages, Ahumuza Home Stay and Masaai Villa Backpackers Home. kibale national park is the highest park in africa locted in fort portal along kamwenge road, is a tropical forest with wetlands good for chimpanzee safaris and rich in birds.
There are various activities visitors can take park in for example, chimpanzee trekking, birding, hiking, nature walks, cultural visits amng others with East Africa’s biggest population of the endangered red colobus monkeys, the black & white colobus, red tailed monkeys, uncommon L’Hoest’s monkeys, olive baboons, grey cheeked mangabeys, bush babies as well as potto among many others. There is a number of other wildlife in Kibale National Park however they are hardly seen. These consist of buffaloes, leopards, bush pigs, elephants, and duikers. A keen viewer may also be able to spot some amphibians, reptiles and a variety of colorful butterflies.
Luxury
Chimpundu lodge
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Chimpundu lodge offers luxury services, located in kibale national park in Uganda with 18 luxury cottages where you can enjoy the true African experience and incredible services, and a perfect location for chimpanzee trekking and bird watching, set in the good position for guests who want to explore the close four national parks that is, Queen, Kibale forest, Rwenzori and Semiliki national parks
Chimpundu lodge offers different facilities and services which include; On-site restaurant that serves delicious types of Menu both local and international meals to meets guest’s appetite, Continental breakfast in the rooms, Picnic lunch and a 3 course dinner in the main building served by well trained and organized staff, Breakfast as you enjoy the morning sunrise.
Visitors can spend some time relaxing with family and friends at the bar, enjoy memorable meals at the restaurant or at the swimming pool gazebo, or simply spend time reading a novel in the comfortable lounge. Cool off after a day of enthralling chimpanzee trekking with a refreshing dip in the swimming pool, and enjoy watching a favorite channel with loved ones on a satellite TV in the lounge. Free private parking and swimming pool is available on site. Chimpundu Lodge also offers packed lunches.
Rooms are well elevated with raised wooden platform decorated and furnished with en- suite private facilities of clean flushing Toilets, hot and cold showers, comfortable beds that are wrapped with mosquito nets, television, chairs, free toiletries, complementary bottled water in the rooms, wooden tables and many more. Rooms have sitting areas, terraces and wooden private balconies overlooking the forest canopy. There are fire places in the living rooms providing warmth to visitors during cold nights. Rooms varies in different categories and sizes depending on single, double, twin, triple. It is convenient and affordable to guests with the breathtaking views of the forest and surrounding areas.
How to get there, by road transport from takes approximately 4-5 hours’ drive and an hour to fly from Entebbe international airport to Kasese airstrip then few minutes to be transferred to the lodge.
Dutchess Hotel and restaurant
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Dutchess Hotel and Restaurant is a relaxed hotel located in Fort Portal, in a quiet place outside the city centre, offering views of the gardens and the Ruwenzori Mountain, best for chimpanzee tracking, crater lakes and tea fields, guests can enjoy the international cuisine at the on-site restaurant relaxed hotel offering free Wi-Fi & breakfast, plus a restaurant with a fireplace & a terrace. There is a business center and gift shop at the property.
The luxury and semi luxury rooms have satellite television. Each room has a mosquito net, a safe and a laptop locker with rooms like, luxury double no smoking, economy double or twin rooms. Menu contains starter, salads, main course and deserts and meals include; Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, guests can enjoy the international cuisine at the on-site restaurant. A child’s cot can be provided on request and a stay at Dutchess Hotel and Restaurant comes with easy access to the neighborhoods around the hotel through the convenient shuttle service offered at the hotel.
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How to get there, Dutchess Hotel and Restaurant is located at: 11 Mugurusi Rd, Fort Portal, Uganda and can be accessed by road and air transport.
Legend executive suites
Legend executive suites is a 4-star hotel offering a 24-hour front desk and room service, set in Fort Portal accommodation with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free private parking for guests who drive Guests at Legend Executive Suites can enjoy a continental breakfast.
With 16 rooms with private bathrooms with a tub and a shower. The hotel features family rooms, rooms include, deluxe double rooms, twin rooms, single rooms, family room, rooms are fitted with a balcony, every room has a private bathroom equipped with a shower and free toiletries, while certain rooms will provide you with a kitchen fitted with a fridge. The prices at Legend Executive Suites may vary depending on your stay. Sempaya National Park is 21 km from the accommodation, while Semuliki National Park is 26 km away.
How to get to the hotel
The hotel is approximately a 10-minute drive from Amabere Caves. The city center is close by, about 15 minutes’ walk away. You can easily find Lake Kyaninga 2.7 miles away from the property. By air the distance to Kasese airport is 47 miles.
Mid-range
Fort fun City Hotel pets not allowed.
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Fort fun city hotel Located in Fort Portal this restaurant specializes in local and international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. It has 17 rooms equipped with flat-screen TVs, rooms include; Room rates suites, family rooms, bridal suites, Private bathroom with a Fridge, Separate sitting area, daily housekeeping, including slippers and free toiletries, hairdryer and towels. Some accommodations have a sitting area to relax in after a busy day with views of the mountains or garden, or participate in golfing or hiking.
Fort fun city hotel is a great choice for a stay in Fort Portal, with an airport shuttle. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. A kid’s club, a terrace and a garden are other highlights. offers accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking, a bar and a shared lounge. Featuring an on-site spa, casino, arcade, bowling, laser tag & go-kart track, this Burlington, Iowa resort has several restaurants and free Wi-Fi access and pets are allowed.
Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant. The hotel provides; restaurants and bar/lounge, 24-hour room service, Children’s club, Airport shuttle, Terrace, 24-hour front desk, Air conditioning, Garden, Laundry service, Self-serve laundry, Conference space, the hotel provides bike rental. Andrew & Brothers Supermarket is 1 km from Fort Fun City Hotel, and Quick Saver Supermarket is also 1 km away.
Njara suites 16 rooms
Njala suites located in Fort Portal, Kibale National Park is 14 km from the accommodation, the hotel is also 43 km away from Sempaya National Park. At the hotel, each room has a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, room service and organising tours for guests. Guests at Njara Suites can enjoy a continental or a buffet breakfast. Meals include lunch and dinner, Reservations are welcomed, Outdoor seating is available, the restaurant is exclusively for guests where you can enjoy free breakfast, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge during your stay, free wifi, free breakfast free private parking, a garden and a terrace is provided.
How to access Njala suites, Njara Suites is 1.6 km from the center of Fort Portal, 1.6 km from Toroo Botanical Gardens Fort Portal. Located around 2.7 km from Andrew & Brothers Supermarket. By air from Entebbe to kasese air strip then 30 minutes’ drive to Njala suites,
Kalya courts hotel
Kalya Courts Hotel is located in Fort portal featuring accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking, a bar and a shared lounge. Featuring a garden, offering a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. Rooms include a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen, towels and a balcony with a garden view and each room has a seating area. A continental breakfast is available every morning. children’s playground is available. The area is popular for cycling, and bike hire and car hire are available at the hotel. Sempaya national park is 43 km from Kalya Courts Hotel, while Kibale National Park is 16 km from the property.
Kalya Courts Hotel is located at Maguru, Itara road along Fort Portal, 1.4 miles from the center of Fort Portal. Kalya Courts Hotel is 33.9 miles from Kasese, 55.9 miles from Beni and 2.8 km from Andrew & Brothers Supermarket.
Budget
Lake nyamirima cottages
Lake Nyamirima cottages boasting a restaurant, a bar as well as a garden, Lake Nyamirima cottages is located in Fort Portal, within 2.9 km of Lake Nkuruba Nature Reserve. Some units have a seating area. Guests at the camping can enjoy a à la carte breakfast. Lake Nyamirima cottages offers a terrace. A car rental service is available at the accommodation. Rooms available include double room with a lake view and tents. Lake Nyamirima cottages offers a terrace.
Kibale Forest Corridor Game Reserve is 34 km from Lake Nyamirima cottages, while Lake Nyabikere is 3.8 km from the property. The nearest airport is Kasese, 56 km from the camping, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
Ahumuza home stay
Ahumuza Home Stay Kibale Forest Bigondi features garden views. Continental and buffet breakfast options are available every morning offers accommodation with a restaurant, a bar and a shared lounge. free private parking and a 24-hour front desk. This homestay comes with a kitchen, a seating area, a dining area and a flat-screen TV. Towels and bed linen are offers a children’s playground. Guests at the accommodation can enjoy cycling nearby, or make the most of the garden.
Lake Nkuruba Nature Reserve is 21 km from Ahumuza Home Stay Kibale Forest Bigondi, while Sempaya National Park is 41 km away. The nearest airport is Kasese, 74 km from the homestay, and the property offers a free airport shuttle service.
Maasai Villa Backpackers Home
Masaai Villa Backpackers Home is located in Fort Portal, providing accommodation with a restaurant, a 24-hour front desk, free private parking, a shuttle service, a bar and a shared lounge. Boasting room service, all rooms have bed linen and a shared kitchen, a continental breakfast is provided evey morning at the guest house. Maasai Villa Backpackers Home offers a terrace, children’s playground and free WiFi throughout the property. The area is popular for cycling, and bike hire and car hire are available at the accommodation.
Lake Nkuruba Nature Reserve is 25 km from Maasai Villa Backpackers Home, while Sempaya National Park is 42 km from the property. 4km from Toroo Botanical Gardens Fort Portal, The nearest airport is Kasese Airport, 75 km from the guest house. book your hotel with Kubwa five safaris for a thrilling vacation to Kibale national park and all over East Africa