Gipir and Labongo Safari Lodge vs Murchison River Lodge

Both in South Bank · Updated 2026

Quick Answer

Gipir and Labongo Safari Lodge is a safari camp ($$$) in South Bank. Murchison River Lodge is a comfort ($$$) in South Bank, well suited for couples and nature lovers.

Option A

Gipir and Labongo Safari Lodge

South Bank · Murchison Falls National Park

A UTB-licensed safari lodge near Murchison Falls National Park. Further details will be added as information becomes available.

$$$·Safari Camp

Option B

Murchison River Lodge

South Bank · Murchison Falls National Park

A comfort lodge on the south bank of the Nile near Murchison Falls National Park. Well suited for game drives and boat safaris on the river.

$$$·Comfort

Side-by-Side Comparison

Gipir and Labongo Safari LodgeMurchison River Lodge
CategorySafari CampComfort
Price Level$$$ Comfort$$$ Comfort
Sector / AreaSouth BankSouth Bank
National ParkMurchison Falls National ParkMurchison Falls National Park
Distance to Park
RoomsThatched Cottage, River Cabin, Safari Tent, Camping Tent
DiningThe restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner with a mix of Ugandan and int...
Highlights
Direct River Nile frontage, north-facingOff-grid operation4.6/5 on TripAdvisor (500+ reviews), #1 of 11 lodgesTripAdvisor Travellers Choice award
Best For
CouplesNature loversBudget-conscious safari travelers (camping option)
Activities
Game drives (north bank)River wildlife viewing from the lodgeBoat safari to Murchison FallsBird watching
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Choose Gipir and Labongo Safari Lodge if you...

    Choose Murchison River Lodge if you...

    • are looking for couples
    • are looking for nature lovers
    • are looking for budget-conscious safari travelers (camping option)
    • value direct river nile frontage, north-facing
    • value off-grid operation

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