Kasenyi Safari Camp vs Kyambura Gorge Lodge
Both in queen-elizabeth region · Updated 2026
Quick Answer
Kasenyi Safari Camp is a safari camp ($$$) in Kasenyi, often chosen by safari enthusiasts and photographers. Kyambura Gorge Lodge is a luxury ($$$$) in Kyambura, well suited for chimpanzee trekking and history lovers. Kasenyi Safari Camp is the more affordable option ($$$), while Kyambura Gorge Lodge positions itself at the luxury level. They are in different areas: Kasenyi Safari Camp in Kasenyi and Kyambura Gorge Lodge in Kyambura. Kyambura Gorge Lodge has a stronger eco/community focus.
Option A
Kasenyi Safari Camp
Kasenyi · Queen Elizabeth National Park
A tented safari camp on the Kasenyi plains inside Queen Elizabeth National Park. Well positioned for early morning game drives in the park's best wildlife area.
Option B
Kyambura Gorge Lodge
Kyambura · Queen Elizabeth National Park
A restored 1950s colonial building by Volcanoes Safaris, set above Kyambura Gorge. Combines chimp trekking access with game drives in Queen Elizabeth.
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Kasenyi Safari Camp | Kyambura Gorge Lodge | |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Safari Camp | Luxury |
| Price Level | $$$ Comfort | $$$$ Luxury |
| Sector / Area | Kasenyi | Kyambura |
| National Park | Queen Elizabeth National Park | Queen Elizabeth National Park |
| Distance to Park | — | — |
| Rooms | — | Banda |
| Dining | — | Meals are served in the main lodge building. The kitchen uses locally sourced in... |
| Highlights | Inside the parkKasenyi plains game viewingTented camp experienceClose to lions | Restored 1950s colonial building8 bandas with private verandasSet above Kyambura Gorge — home to habituated chimpsVolcanoes Safaris property |
| Best For | Safari enthusiastsPhotographersWildlife lovers | Chimpanzee trekkingHistory loversEco-conscious travelers |
| Activities | Game drivesBird watchingNature walks | Chimpanzee trekking (Kyambura Gorge)Game drives (Queen Elizabeth NP)Kazinga Channel boat cruiseCommunity coffee experience |
| Website | — | Visit website |
Choose Kasenyi Safari Camp if you...
- are looking for safari enthusiasts
- are looking for photographers
- are looking for wildlife lovers
- value inside the park
- value kasenyi plains game viewing
Choose Kyambura Gorge Lodge if you...
- are looking for chimpanzee trekking
- are looking for history lovers
- are looking for eco-conscious travelers
- value restored 1950s colonial building
- value 8 bandas with private verandas
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