Aardvark Safari Lodge vs Kasenyi Safari Camp
Both in queen-elizabeth region · Updated 2026
Quick Answer
Aardvark Safari Lodge is a mid-range ($$) in Kasese, often chosen by safari enthusiasts and couples. Kasenyi Safari Camp is a safari camp ($$$) in Kasenyi, well suited for safari enthusiasts and photographers. Aardvark Safari Lodge is the more affordable option ($$), while Kasenyi Safari Camp positions itself at the comfort level. They are in different areas: Aardvark Safari Lodge in Kasese and Kasenyi Safari Camp in Kasenyi.
Option A
Aardvark Safari Lodge
Kasese · Queen Elizabeth National Park
A mid-range lodge near Queen Elizabeth National Park with spacious thatched cottages built from local materials. Each cottage offers 187 square metres of space including a private balcony, lounge area, and an open-to-sky shower.
Option B
Kasenyi Safari Camp
Kasenyi · Queen Elizabeth National Park
A tented safari camp on the Kasenyi plains inside Queen Elizabeth National Park. Well positioned for early morning game drives in the park's best wildlife area.
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Aardvark Safari Lodge | Kasenyi Safari Camp | |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Mid-range | Safari Camp |
| Price Level | $$ Mid-range | $$$ Comfort |
| Sector / Area | Kasese | Kasenyi |
| National Park | Queen Elizabeth National Park | Queen Elizabeth National Park |
| Distance to Park | — | — |
| Rooms | Safari Cottage | — |
| Dining | The on-site restaurant serves a mix of authentic Ugandan dishes and internationa... | — |
| Highlights | Spacious 187 sqm thatched cottagesBuilt from local materials and handcrafted furnishingsOpen-to-sky shower in each cottageRoof attic viewing area | Inside the parkKasenyi plains game viewingTented camp experienceClose to lions |
| Best For | Safari enthusiastsCouplesPhotographers | Safari enthusiastsPhotographersWildlife lovers |
| Activities | Game drivesKazinga Channel boat cruiseChimpanzee trekking (Kyambura Gorge)Bird watching | Game drivesBird watchingNature walks |
| Website | Visit website | — |
Choose Aardvark Safari Lodge if you...
- are looking for safari enthusiasts
- are looking for couples
- are looking for photographers
- value spacious 187 sqm thatched cottages
- value built from local materials and handcrafted furnishings
Choose Kasenyi Safari Camp if you...
- are looking for safari enthusiasts
- are looking for photographers
- are looking for wildlife lovers
- value inside the park
- value kasenyi plains game viewing
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