PAKUBA SAFARI LODGE
Pakuba Safari Lodge graces the eastern bank of the Albert Nile, positioned within the stunning confines of Murchison Falls National Park. Here, guests are treated to a mesmerizing display as they gaze upon the magnificence of the majestic River Nile. The lodge’s strategic placement affords extensive views of both the powerful river and the vast riverine forest below. With a carefully crafted layout.
The lodge’s proximity to the northern game tracks makes it an perfect starting point for game-viewing drives in the park’s north section. This area boasts incredible wildlife species, such as Rothschild’s giraffes, leopards, lions, buffalos, and elephants. Early morning game drives from the lodge can join game viewing tracks like the Pakuba game track, Queen’s track, Te’bito track, Chobe track, Victoria track, and Albert track for an exciting safari experience.
How to get to Pakuba safari lodge
The lodge is located a 6-hour (305 km/189 mi) drive from Kampala via Karuma, and just a 10 km (15 mins) drive from Tangi Murchison Falls’s northern gate. For the more adventurous Uganda safari guests, the lodge can be accessed via the southern side through the Paraa crossing on Victoria Nile.
Pakuba Airfield is just 13 km (25 min drive) from the lodge, providing an easy fly-in safari connection to Entebbe International Airport and other inland airfields. With this convenient air connection, you can easily see the mountain gorillas and be on the northern savannah plains the next day without expending a lot of energy between far-flung popular destinations.
Accommodation options at pakuba safari lodge
Pakuba Safari Lodge offers 32 single-bedroom rooms and 4 two-bedroom family suites, all with ensuite bathrooms. The family suites are perfect for families traveling with children, as they offer two separate bedrooms and a shared living space. All rooms are spacious, grass-thatched, and decorated with local decor and furniture, providing guests with an authentic African feel.
The lodge’s top amenities include a swimming pool, complimentary Wi-Fi, power charging points, mosquito nets, and bathroom amenities, among others. Guests can enjoy breakfast and dinner in the main area or on the expansive lawn in front of the main building, with breathtaking views of the vast savannah plains and the Albert Nile. You might even catch a glimpse of elegant giraffes or elephants grazing in the distance as you enjoy your meal.