Ishasha Wilderness Camp vs Pian Upe Safari Cottages
Both offer game drives · Updated 2026
Quick Answer
Ishasha Wilderness Camp is a safari camp ($$$$) in Ishasha, often chosen by safari purists and wildlife photographers. Pian Upe Safari Cottages is a budget ($) in Karamoja. Pian Upe Safari Cottages is the more affordable option ($), while Ishasha Wilderness Camp positions itself at the luxury level. They are in different areas: Ishasha Wilderness Camp in Ishasha and Pian Upe Safari Cottages in Karamoja. Ishasha Wilderness Camp has a stronger eco/community focus.
Option A
Ishasha Wilderness Camp
Ishasha · Ishasha
An intimate tented camp on the banks of the Ntungwe River in the Ishasha sector. The closest camp to the famous tree-climbing lions.
Option B
Pian Upe Safari Cottages
Karamoja · Karamoja
Budget cottages near the Pian Upe Wildlife Reserve in the Karamoja region. A simple base for exploring one of Uganda's lesser-visited reserves.
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Ishasha Wilderness Camp | Pian Upe Safari Cottages | |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Safari Camp | Budget |
| Price Level | $$$$ Luxury | $ Budget |
| Sector / Area | Ishasha | Karamoja |
| National Park | Queen Elizabeth National Park | — |
| Distance to Park | — | — |
| Rooms | Canvas Tented Room | — |
| Dining | Meals are prepared in the camp kitchen and served in the thatched dining area or... | — |
| Highlights | 10 canvas tented rooms on the Ntungwe RiverPrivate verandahs with river viewsHot bush showers and eco-friendly flush toiletsThatched central lounge with outdoor fireplace | — |
| Best For | Safari puristsWildlife photographersTree-climbing lion seekers | — |
| Activities | Game drives (tree-climbing lions, elephants, buffalo)Bird watching along the Ntungwe RiverNature walksRiverside relaxation | — |
| Website | Visit website | — |
Choose Ishasha Wilderness Camp if you...
- are looking for safari purists
- are looking for wildlife photographers
- are looking for tree-climbing lion seekers
- value 10 canvas tented rooms on the ntungwe river
- value private verandahs with river views
Choose Pian Upe Safari Cottages if you...
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