Hawk's Eye Lodge vs Pian Upe Safari Cottages
Both offer game drives · Updated 2026
Quick Answer
Hawk's Eye Lodge is a eco lodge ($$$) in Katunguru, often chosen by eco-conscious travelers and mid-range safari visitors. Pian Upe Safari Cottages is a budget ($) in Karamoja. Pian Upe Safari Cottages is the more affordable option ($), while Hawk's Eye Lodge positions itself at the comfort level. They are in different areas: Hawk's Eye Lodge in Katunguru and Pian Upe Safari Cottages in Karamoja. Hawk's Eye Lodge has a stronger eco/community focus.
Option A
Hawk's Eye Lodge
Katunguru · Queen Elizabeth National Park
A UTB-licensed eco lodge near Queen Elizabeth National Park, offering access to game drives and Kazinga Channel boat safaris.
Option B
Pian Upe Safari Cottages
Karamoja · Karamoja
Budget cottages near the Pian Upe Wildlife Reserve in the Karamoja region. A simple base for exploring one of Uganda's lesser-visited reserves.
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Hawk's Eye Lodge | Pian Upe Safari Cottages | |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Eco Lodge | Budget |
| Price Level | $$$ Comfort | $ Budget |
| Sector / Area | Katunguru | Karamoja |
| 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 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
Choose Pian Upe Safari Cottages if you...
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