Fort Murchison Lodge vs Hawk's Eye Lodge
Both offer game drives · Updated 2026
Quick Answer
Fort Murchison Lodge is a comfort ($$$) in South Bank. Hawk's Eye Lodge is a eco lodge ($$$) in Katunguru, well suited for eco-conscious travelers and mid-range safari visitors. They are in different areas: Fort Murchison Lodge in South Bank and Hawk's Eye Lodge in Katunguru. Hawk's Eye Lodge has a stronger eco/community focus.
Option A
Fort Murchison Lodge
South Bank · Murchison Falls National Park
A comfort lodge on the south bank of the Nile near Murchison Falls. Offers a convenient base for game drives and boat safaris.
Option B
Hawk's Eye Lodge
Katunguru · Queen Elizabeth National Park
A UTB-licensed eco lodge near Queen Elizabeth National Park, offering access to game drives and Kazinga Channel boat safaris.
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Fort Murchison Lodge | Hawk's Eye Lodge | |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Comfort | Eco Lodge |
| Price Level | $$$ Comfort | $$$ Comfort |
| Sector / Area | South Bank | Katunguru |
| National Park | Murchison Falls National Park | Queen Elizabeth National Park |
| Distance to Park | — | — |
| Rooms | — | Eco Room |
| Dining | — | The lodge restaurant serves meals for guests. Dining is straightforward and loca... |
| Highlights | — | UTB-licensed eco lodgeNear Queen Elizabeth National ParkGame drives and Kazinga Channel accessEco-friendly operations |
| Best For | — | Eco-conscious travelersMid-range safari visitorsTravelers exploring Queen Elizabeth NP |
| Activities | — | Game drivesKazinga Channel boat safariBird watchingNature walks |
| Website | — | Visit website |
Choose Fort Murchison Lodge if you...
Choose Hawk's Eye Lodge if you...
- are looking for eco-conscious travelers
- are looking for mid-range safari visitors
- are looking for travelers exploring queen elizabeth np
- value utb-licensed eco lodge
- value near queen elizabeth national park
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