Buffalo Safari Lodge vs Elephant Plains Lodge

Both in queen-elizabeth region · Updated 2026

Quick Answer

Buffalo Safari Lodge is a mid-range ($$) in Katunguru. Elephant Plains Lodge is a comfort ($$$) in Kasenyi. Buffalo Safari Lodge is the more affordable option ($$), while Elephant Plains Lodge positions itself at the comfort level. They are in different areas: Buffalo Safari Lodge in Katunguru and Elephant Plains Lodge in Kasenyi.

Option A

Buffalo Safari Lodge

Katunguru · Queen Elizabeth National Park

A mid-range lodge in the Katunguru area of Queen Elizabeth National Park. A practical base for game drives and boat safaris on the Kazinga Channel.

$$·Mid-range

Option B

Elephant Plains Lodge

Kasenyi · Queen Elizabeth National Park

A comfort lodge near the Kasenyi plains in Queen Elizabeth National Park. Well suited for game drives on the open savannah.

$$$·Comfort

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Buffalo Safari LodgeElephant Plains Lodge
CategoryMid-rangeComfort
Price Level$$ Mid-range$$$ Comfort
Sector / AreaKatunguruKasenyi
National ParkQueen Elizabeth National ParkQueen Elizabeth National Park
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