Craters Lodge Safari Camp vs Leopard Rest Camp

Both offer game drives · Updated 2026

Quick Answer

Craters Lodge Safari Camp is a safari camp ($$) in Crater Lakes. Leopard Rest Camp is a budget ($) in Lake Mburo. Leopard Rest Camp is the more affordable option ($), while Craters Lodge Safari Camp positions itself at the mid-range level. They are in different areas: Craters Lodge Safari Camp in Crater Lakes and Leopard Rest Camp 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

Leopard Rest Camp

Lake Mburo · Lake Mburo National Park

A budget camp near Lake Mburo National Park. A simple option for visitors on a tight budget.

$·Budget

Side-by-Side Comparison

Craters Lodge Safari CampLeopard Rest Camp
CategorySafari CampBudget
Price Level$$ Mid-range$ Budget
Sector / AreaCrater LakesLake Mburo
National ParkQueen Elizabeth National ParkLake Mburo National Park
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