Virunga Lodge, Lake Burera, Ruhengeri, Rwanda
A comfortable eco-lodge opened in 2003, located on a hillside overlooking the Virunga Volcanoes and Lakes Ruhondo and Bulera. 360 degree breathtaking views make this one of the top lodge destinations in Africa. Eight bandas with private verandas offer views over the lakes and volcanoes; open fire places in the lounge and dining room are a warm welcome after a day’s tracking the mountain gorillas. Other activities from this lodge include visiting Diana Fossey's grave, tracking the golden monkey or climbing one of the volcanic peaks.

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Windsor Lake Victoria Hotel, near Entebbe, Uganda
- Expensive

Colonial style building with all amenities in the comfortable rooms. Swimming pool with its own bar, set in the gardens. Excellent restaurant, serving mostly fish dishes.

The Windsor Lake Victoria Hotel is a newly-refurbished four-star hotel in Entebbe. It is situated only 4km from the Entebbe airport and 34km from Kampala city. The hotel offers 72 executive rooms, 20 standard rooms, six suites and one presidential suite. There is also a swimming pool, a health club and conference facilities. There are established, well-maintained gardens. Guests are accommodated in single rooms, double rooms, family rooms and suites. From the premises guests have a view of natural landscape and the magnificent Lake Victoria. In the vicinity are the famous Entebbe Botanical Gardens. The grounds cover an area of 9 acres. Free parking facilities include bays for 50 cars and 15 buses. Guests have access to 24-hour parking security.

Imperial Botanical Beach Hotel, Entebbe, Uganda
- Expensive

Superb hotel set in a tropical garden on the shores of Lake Victoria. Excellent rooms.

Entebbe Imperial Botanical Beach Hotel is a global landmark offering technologically advanced conference facilities, overlooking the magnificent Lake Victoria at Entebbe surrounded by brilliant blue skies, shimmering white sand and the sparkling emerald green waters of Lake Victoria.

Emin Pasha Resort Hotel, Kampala, Uganda
– Expensive

Kampala's first boutique Resort hotel, amazingly serene & calm. Set in leafy landscaped gardens.

5 stars. Emin Pasha Resort Hotel is centrally located and within walking distance to Kampala's business district. The hotel is Kampala’s first boutique Hotel, amazingly serene and Calm. It is set in leafy-landscaped gardens, and it is an equatorial version of the country house hotel. Distinguished, unique, intimate and centrally located within walking distance to Kampala's business district, it is amazingly tranquil and peaceful.

Accommodation:
20 beautifully appointed rooms (No two rooms are the same)  Private garden patios or terrace balconies
Business needs are met with a large desk
Direct dial telephone with international dialing, and
Data port with free Internet access
French doors and windows for ventilation
Air-conditioned
Luxurious bathrooms with antique refurbished deep tubs or large slate-tiled tropical showers
Egyptian cotton sheets and towels
Soft summer-weight duvets
Cable Television and mini bar
Private veranda
Restaurant and Bar:
Fez Brasserie & Wine Bar
 Have dinner at one of many local restaurants in the neighborhood or in Kampala
Terrace bar
Fusion Cuisine

Services:
Massage rooms
Reception
Library
Private lounges
Free secure parking

Business/Conference:
Boardroom which seats 12 people
Private library/lounge for more informal private meetings
Arrange for a private corporate retreat for up to 20
Private Lunches, dinners & corporate receptions by prior arrangement.

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Jinja Nile Resort, Jinja, Uganda
– Expensive
100 luxury rooms each with private balcony overlooking the Nile.

The resort is located on the banks of the River Nile with a beautiful view the landscape, gardens, palm trees and the breathtaking Bujagali falls. The location offers a wider range of experience to both leisure and business travelers.

Accommodation:
102 guestrooms (all with a double & single bed)
Small sitting room
Work desk
Private balcony facing the Nile

Restaurant and Bar:
Local and international cuisines
3 bars stocked with a wide selection of wines, spirits and beers
2 equipped restaurants with a Nile-facing terrace
Poolside terrace
Conference dinning room located near the conference halls
2 private dining rooms
Room service is available to all clients staying at the hotel

Conference Facilities:
Conference dinning room
Public Address System
2 conference halls with a capacity of up to 400 persons
Telephone
Sound proofing and stage
Slide Projector
Committee rooms for 2 to 15 persons
Overhead Projector
Modern public address systems
TV
Video Deck
Easel/Flipchart Stand & Paper
Refreshment Facilities

Business Centre/ Secretarial Services:
Secretarial Room and Business Centre attached to the conference hall Computers
Fax
Photocopying

Activities:
Italian Techno gym equipment offering several cardio-vascular and free weight machines
Private rest room for relaxation and refreshment
Sauna
Steam Bath and Massage Parlor
White water rafting on the river Nile
Free form deck swimming pool (with separate children’s section)
Badminton
Three professional pool tables and darts
Squash court
Tennis court
“Chip & putt” golf course is under construction
Tough walk on the course!
Weekend discos
Hall for plays and bands
Wedding Receptions, Cocktail Parties and Birthdays are catered for
Children’s park
Children’s swimming pool
Special room for children (under 7 years of age) equipped with special cots for different ages and experienced nannies
Comfortable lounge

Kingfisher Lodge, Kichwamba, Uganda
– Expensive to moderate

This is an exclusive family hotel with a German management, located 82 km from Kampala and 9 km from Jinja. It offers guests a luxurious and pleasant stay for a reasonable price. The hotel is situated in one of the most beautiful places in Uganda with a spectacular view of Lake Victoria. The resort is an ideal base for bird watching, tours on the lake, white water rafting on the Nile and safaris through East Africa. That is why the resort is well known for its perfect surroundings for those tourists who would like to experience and learn about the rich African culture.

There are 6 double Rooms (2 Rooms with common sitting area)
and 3 suites with balconies overlooking Queen Elisabeth National Park.

Masindi Hotel, near Murchison Falls, Uganda
– Moderate

The hotel has recently been completely renovated in the old colonial style
and the trees in the surrounding gardens are magnificent.

22 rooms: Single, double & triple bedrooms are available. All rooms have en-suite bathrooms & toilet and space for a cot if required. In addition, there is one V.I.P suite with separate living room & bedroom and one self contained cottage with its own kitchen as well as living room, bedroom & bathroom.

Drivers’ accommodation is also available.

Secure camping facilities with toilet and washing area are located within the hotel grounds.

Mweya Safari Lodge, Queen Elizabeth NP, Uganda
- Expensive

Superb lodge on peninsula overlooking the Kazinga Channel & Lake Edward. Swimming pool. All amenities.

Located on a peninsula within the heart of the spectacular Queen Elizabeth National Park and boasts a wide range of accommodation, all with spectacular views of the Kazinga Channel and Lake Albert.

To its west are the magical mountain ranges of the Rwenzoris and to its east are the spectacular high raised Rift Valley Hills separated from the Rwenzoris by the meandering Kazinga Channel.

Accommodation:
Deluxe Suites, Triple, Double/Twin accommodation
Balconies overlooking the Kazinga Channel
Private en-suite bathrooms

The accommodation at Mweya ranges from the grandeur of the President's Cottage (where Her Majesty the Queen Mother lodged in 1954) to the luxury of the Deluxe Suites and double and twin bedrooms. All rooms boast private balconies with stunning views overlooking Lake Albert and the Kazinga Channel. Mweya Safari Lodge also boasts a beautiful swimming pool, a poolside bar, a souvenir shop and the Kazinga Restaurant which serves delicious global cuisine daily. The lodge is also a favorite for birding enthusiasts, boasting over 600 species and some of the best birding opportunities in East Africa.

Activities:
Game drives through the Queen Elizabeth National Park
Boat trips on the Kazinga Channel
Chimpanzee tracking
Gorge walks
Bird watching
Swimming pool
Conference facilities

Paraa Safari Lodge, Murchison NP, Uganda
– Expensive

An old lodge that has been completely modernized. Luxury rooms. Swimming pool. Located beside the Nile in the middle of the park.

Paraa Safari Lodge is in Murchison Falls National Park, North West Uganda. The 40 meter wide River Nile, on it's journey from its source at Lake Victoria to join Lake Albert, is suddenly compressed into a gorge only six meters wide, and cascades into a boiling pot 43 meters below. The earth literally trembles at Murchison Falls, one of the world's most powerful flows of natural water. Elevated high above the Falls on the north side of the river, the historical Paraa Safari Lodge enjoys simply astounding views. The now restored Lodge has been host to many dignitaries in its lifetime - Britain's Queen Mother and Ernest Hemingway to name but a few.

There are 54 en-suite rooms and suites with balconies, a lounge, bar and restaurant on site.

Activities include game drives in Murchison Falls NP, River Nile Cruises to Murchison Falls, bird watching – over 450 species. Also trekking excursions to the top of the falls and Nile fishing trips.

Closely associated with Mweya Safari Lodge, above.

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Nile Safari Camp, Murchison NP, Uganda
- Expensive

Small luxury lodge in a secluded location on the banks of the Nile. Unforgettable atmosphere.
Excellent restaurant. Swimming pool.

Nestled amongst rich papyrus forest on the Southern banks of the River Nile, this peaceful camp offers some of the most luxurious accommodation in Uganda's largest National Park - also one of the more romantic locations in Africa. What’s more, it has a choice of wooden traditional chalets and luxury double tents cleverly positioned to maximize privacy and the stunning view across Murchison National Park Ultimately, this is what sets Nile Safari Camp apart from the rest; its ability to bring you closer to nature without destroying the environment and the delicate balance with its natural inhabitants. The camp itself has 12 units, comprising six log chalets and six luxury tents all with en suite showers, flush toilets and comfortable, airy rooms with electrical lighting. Relax from the privacy of your room's balcony, or enjoy a chilled sun-downer or early morning tea and coffee served by your personal waiter. Accompanying facilities include a dining room, the 'Tamarind Bar,' shaded by a giant tree after which it is named and a superb, suspended veranda that takes in the mass expanse of this magical wilderness. The camp is completed by an open fire, strategically positioned and perfect for gazing at Africa's starlit hemisphere and the crystal clear swimming pool offering refreshment after a hot game drive.

Ndali Lodge, Bunyaruguru, Uganda
– Expensive

Ndali Lodge is set stunningly amidst the Bunyaruguru crater lake region of Western Uganda, 24 kilometers south of Fort Portal lies at the centre of 1000 acres of privately owned fertile farmland still cultivated in a traditional style.

Semliki Safari Lodge, Toro game reserve, Uganda
- Expensive

Semliki Lodge is situated in the Semliki Valley Wildlife Reserve (formerly called Toro Game Reserve), in the Western Rift Valley. It is the only accommodation in 500 square kilometers of wilderness.

Activities:
Game drives
Night drives
Spectacular hikes
Chimpanzee tracking
Jungle walks
Bird watching

The food at the lodge is good - everything is home-made; from the bread baked daily, to the soups, the relishes and chutneys. While at the lodge clients may choose to do nothing more than relax by the pool which overlooks the Blue Mountains of the Congo, or partake in a number of activities that are run from the lodge. Accommodation is in large canvas tents with permanent thatched roofs. Each tent includes en-suite bathrooms with running water and private verandas with a stunning panoramic view.
Imagine lying on a hand carved four poster bed draped in muslin. Persian carpets and other soft touches ensure that this is far from roughing it in the bush. We have always taken comfort seriously.
Sofas are piled with cushions, there is plenty of lounging space, loads of books to read, warm muffins brought to you in bed with your morning tea or coffee, and soft fleecy blankets on the beds.

When the property for Semliki Lodge was first obtained in 1992, the area had been so badly poached that it faced losing its status as a park. Now, with persistent efforts with staff, the Wildlife Authority and the surrounding communities, the reserve is healing. Semliki Lodge has recently received the Uganda Investment Authority 'Investor of the Year' award for "Outstanding Contribution to Uganda's Conservation".

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Jacana Safari Lodge, Queen Elisabeth NP, Uganda
– Expensive

Deep in the heart of Maramagambo Forest on the edge of Uganda’s largest crater lake, Lake Nyamusingire, lies Jacana Safari Lodge. This area exposes the true mystery of Africa. Floating Fig tree forests, overhanging palm trees, emerald and blue craters filled with deep waters, with a backdrop of the mountains in Congo, create unequalled opportunities for viewing flora and fauna. Jacana Safari Lodge’s tree house-look grows out of the forest. A delicate combination of style and comfort, it encompasses the very best accommodation that blends perfectly with nature. Set on the edge of a crater lake, Jacana Safari Lodge is a tree house lodge delicately constructed using local rock, gum poles, wood and rope, and decorated with organic furniture and rich textures.

The eco-friendly lodge is situated in the Queen Elizabeth National Park, Uganda's prime wildlife sanctuary, which is dotted with crystal clear crater lakes and rich in birdlife.

Jacana Safari Lodge’s hub is the cozy Virunga Lounge, with large lounging sofas centered around a huge fireplace - a popular venue for late night story-telling. Outside, there is a swimming pool with a 'swim up' bar, as well as a sauna; perfect for unwinding after a hot and dusty game drive.

Activities at Jacana Safari Lodge include forest/crater and bird watching walks, gondola and lake canoeing, game drives, bat cave visits, sundowner cruises, chimpanzee viewing, fishing and cultural village visits. Jacana Safari Lodge's 7 luxury log chalets are enveloped by dense foliage and each has a unique theme of its own. The aesthetically pleasing chalets are spacious and have been designed for maximum comfort; they all open onto enclosed verandas with large panoramic windows offering views of the Crater Lake. The chalets have proper running showers and flushing toilets.

Jacana Safari Lodge offers a range of dining options:

The Tembo Bar is set on the lower level, literally hanging over the crater lake's emerald waters. A special candlelit dinner referred to as ‘The Captain’s Table’ takes place in the Fish Eagle Bar, situated on the jetty, close to the water’s edge. This is also a popular spot if you happen to be looking for some privacy to enjoy a sundowner or 2 away from your room.

Al fresco meals, chilled sundowners or early morning tea or coffee can be enjoyed on your private balcony, served by your personal waiter.

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Ishasha Tented Camp, Queen Elizabeth NP, Uganda
- Expensive

This recently opened and excellent tented camp is located in the unspoilt remote southern area of the superb Queen Elizabeth National Park, famous for its extraordinary tree-climbing lions. The 6 spacious tents are situated on the banks of the Ntungwe  River amidst a forest. Hippos and elephants can regularly be seen drinking or bathing while you are surrounded by monkeys and wonderful bird life. Ishasha offers an excellent and unusual safari experience on the way to trek the Mountain Gorillas at Bwindi.

Currently catering for up to 16 guests in spacious twin bedded, East African Meru-style tents situated in the wooded area besides the Ntungwe River. Each tent has its own private en suite bathroom and dressing area with hot water "bush" showers and an eco friendly toilet.

A central dining area, also under canvas, provides a comfortable environment for delicious meals. The outdoor 'lounge' beside the river is great for bird watching during the day, and in the evening one can relax around a cosy fire and discuss the day's events - all this combined offers a truly African bush experience.

Source du Nil Hotel, Burundi
- Expensive

Four star hotel with swimming pool, tennis, beach Source Du Nil Hotel Facilities
Color television in all rooms                                                                         · Telephone in all rooms                                                                               · Bar                                                                                                              · Restaurant                                                                                                  · Major credit cards accepted
· Conference rooms
· Sauna
· Swimming pool
· Tennis court
· Golf on site or close by Source Du Nil Hotel

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