Aardvark Safari Lodge vs Paraa Safari Lodge
Both offer game drives · Updated 2026
Quick Answer
Aardvark Safari Lodge is a mid-range ($$) in Kasese, often chosen by safari enthusiasts and couples. Paraa Safari Lodge is a luxury ($$$$) in Paraa, well suited for safari enthusiasts and families. Aardvark Safari Lodge is the more affordable option ($$), while Paraa Safari Lodge positions itself at the luxury level. They are in different areas: Aardvark Safari Lodge in Kasese and Paraa Safari Lodge in Paraa.
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
Paraa Safari Lodge
Paraa · Murchison Falls National Park
A historic lodge on the banks of the Nile inside Murchison Falls National Park. The most established accommodation in the park with views over the river.
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Aardvark Safari Lodge | Paraa Safari Lodge | |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Mid-range | Luxury |
| Price Level | $$ Mid-range | $$$$ Luxury |
| Sector / Area | Kasese | Paraa |
| National Park | Queen Elizabeth National Park | Murchison Falls National Park |
| Distance to Park | — | — |
| Rooms | Safari Cottage | Single Room, Double Room, Twin Room, Cottage, Suite |
| Dining | The on-site restaurant serves a mix of authentic Ugandan dishes and internationa... | The Captain's Table restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner on the upper ... |
| Highlights | Spacious 187 sqm thatched cottagesBuilt from local materials and handcrafted furnishingsOpen-to-sky shower in each cottageRoof attic viewing area | Historic property — built in 195454 rooms across multiple categoriesHilltop position with Nile views from private balconiesCaptain's Table restaurant on upper floor |
| Best For | Safari enthusiastsCouplesPhotographers | Safari enthusiastsFamiliesHistory lovers |
| Activities | Game drivesKazinga Channel boat cruiseChimpanzee trekking (Kyambura Gorge)Bird watching | Game drives (north and south bank)Nile boat cruise to Murchison FallsTop of the Falls hikeBird watching |
| Website | Visit 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 Paraa Safari Lodge if you...
- are looking for safari enthusiasts
- are looking for families
- are looking for history lovers
- value historic property — built in 1954
- value 54 rooms across multiple categories
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