Hawk's Eye Lodge vs Rwakobo Rock

Both offer game drives · Updated 2026

Quick Answer

Hawk's Eye Lodge is a eco lodge ($$$) in Katunguru, often chosen by eco-conscious travelers and mid-range safari visitors. Rwakobo Rock is a mid-range ($$) in Lake Mburo, well suited for mid-range travelers and birdwatchers. Rwakobo Rock 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 Rwakobo Rock in Lake Mburo.

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.

$$$·Eco Lodge

Option B

Rwakobo Rock

Lake Mburo · Lake Mburo National Park

A family-run, eco-friendly lodge built on a rocky outcrop at the edge of Lake Mburo National Park, five minutes from Nshara Gate. Pool overlooking ranchlands, dining with views of a wildlife watering hole.

$$·Mid-range

Side-by-Side Comparison

Hawk's Eye LodgeRwakobo Rock
CategoryEco LodgeMid-range
Price Level$$$ Comfort$$ Mid-range
Sector / AreaKatunguruLake Mburo
National ParkQueen Elizabeth National ParkLake Mburo National Park
Distance to Park
RoomsEco RoomHornbill House Room, Monkey Cottage, Cottage, Safari Tent
DiningThe lodge restaurant serves meals for guests. Dining is straightforward and loca...The dining area overlooks a watering hole where zebra, warthog, impala, and bush...
Highlights
UTB-licensed eco lodgeNear Queen Elizabeth National ParkGame drives and Kazinga Channel accessEco-friendly operations
Rocky outcrop at Lake Mburo NP edge5 minutes from Nshara GatePool overlooking Nshara ranchlandsDining area with watering hole views (zebra, warthog, impala)
Best For
Eco-conscious travelersMid-range safari visitorsTravelers exploring Queen Elizabeth NP
Mid-range travelersBirdwatchersFamilies
Activities
Game drivesKazinga Channel boat safariBird watchingNature walks
Day game drivesNight game drivesWalking safarisCycling safaris
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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 Rwakobo Rock if you...

  • are looking for mid-range travelers
  • are looking for birdwatchers
  • are looking for families
  • value rocky outcrop at lake mburo np edge
  • value 5 minutes from nshara gate

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