Fort Murchison Lodge vs Simba Safari Camp

Both offer game drives · Updated 2026

Quick Answer

Fort Murchison Lodge is a comfort ($$$) in South Bank. Simba Safari Camp is a safari camp ($$) in Kasenyi. Simba Safari Camp is the more affordable option ($$), while Fort Murchison Lodge positions itself at the comfort level. They are in different areas: Fort Murchison Lodge in South Bank and Simba Safari Camp in Kasenyi.

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.

$$$·Comfort

Option B

Simba Safari Camp

Kasenyi · Queen Elizabeth National Park

A mid-range safari camp near the Kasenyi area of Queen Elizabeth National Park. Tented accommodation for game-viewing on the open plains.

$$·Safari Camp

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Fort Murchison LodgeSimba Safari Camp
CategoryComfortSafari Camp
Price Level$$$ Comfort$$ Mid-range
Sector / AreaSouth BankKasenyi
National ParkMurchison Falls National ParkQueen Elizabeth National Park
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