Buffalo Safari Lodge vs Kikonko Lodge

Both offer game drives · Updated 2026

Quick Answer

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

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

Kikonko Lodge

South Bank · Murchison Falls National Park

A budget lodge on the south bank near Murchison Falls. Further details will be added as information becomes available.

$·Budget

Side-by-Side Comparison

Buffalo Safari LodgeKikonko Lodge
CategoryMid-rangeBudget
Price Level$$ Mid-range$ Budget
Sector / AreaKatunguruSouth Bank
National ParkQueen Elizabeth National ParkMurchison Falls National Park
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