Craters Lodge Safari Camp vs Kigambira Safari Lodge

Both offer game drives · Updated 2026

Quick Answer

Craters Lodge Safari Camp is a safari camp ($$) in Crater Lakes. Kigambira Safari Lodge is a comfort ($$$) in Lake Mburo, well suited for families and honeymooners. Craters Lodge Safari Camp is the more affordable option ($$), while Kigambira Safari Lodge positions itself at the comfort level. They are in different areas: Craters Lodge Safari Camp in Crater Lakes and Kigambira Safari Lodge in Lake Mburo.

Option A

Craters Lodge Safari Camp

Crater Lakes · Queen Elizabeth National Park

A safari camp in the crater lakes area of Queen Elizabeth National Park. Set among the volcanic crater lakes of the western rift valley.

$$·Safari Camp

Option B

Kigambira Safari Lodge

Lake Mburo · Lake Mburo National Park

A comfort lodge inside Lake Mburo National Park, set between Lake Kigambira and Rubaga Forest. Well suited for game drives, boat trips, and bird watching.

$$$·Comfort

Side-by-Side Comparison

Craters Lodge Safari CampKigambira Safari Lodge
CategorySafari CampComfort
Price Level$$ Mid-range$$$ Comfort
Sector / AreaCrater LakesLake Mburo
National ParkQueen Elizabeth National ParkLake Mburo National Park
Distance to Park
RoomsFamily Banda, Honeymoon Banda, Deluxe Double, Deluxe Twin
DiningThe lodge serves organic meals sourced from local community farmers. Vegetarian ...
Highlights
Located 36km inside Lake Mburo National ParkSet between Lake Kigambira and Rubaga Forest5-star organic dining from local community farmersHippos graze near the bandas at night
Best For
FamiliesHoneymoonersBird watchers
Activities
Game drivesBoat trips on Lake MburoBush breakfastNature walks
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Choose Craters Lodge Safari Camp if you...

    Choose Kigambira Safari Lodge if you...

    • are looking for families
    • are looking for honeymooners
    • are looking for bird watchers
    • value located 36km inside lake mburo national park
    • value set between lake kigambira and rubaga forest

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