Buffalo Safari Lodge vs Ishasha Jungle Lodge

Both offer game drives · Updated 2026

Quick Answer

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

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

Ishasha Jungle Lodge

Ishasha · Ishasha

A comfort lodge in the Ishasha sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park, known for its tree-climbing lions. Set in a forested area near the Ishasha River.

$$$·Comfort

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Buffalo Safari LodgeIshasha Jungle Lodge
CategoryMid-rangeComfort
Price Level$$ Mid-range$$$ Comfort
Sector / AreaKatunguruIshasha
National ParkQueen Elizabeth National ParkQueen Elizabeth National Park
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