Kasenyi Safari Camp vs Paraa Safari Lodge
Both offer game drives · Updated 2026
Quick Answer
Kasenyi Safari Camp is a safari camp ($$$) in Kasenyi, often chosen by safari enthusiasts and photographers. Paraa Safari Lodge is a luxury ($$$$) in Paraa, well suited for safari enthusiasts and families. Kasenyi Safari Camp is the more affordable option ($$$), while Paraa Safari Lodge positions itself at the luxury level. They are in different areas: Kasenyi Safari Camp in Kasenyi and Paraa Safari Lodge in Paraa.
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
Paraa Safari Lodge
Paraa · Murchison Falls National Park
A historic lodge on the banks of the Nile inside Murchison Falls National Park. The most established accommodation in the park with views over the river.
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Kasenyi Safari Camp | Paraa Safari Lodge | |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Safari Camp | Luxury |
| Price Level | $$$ Comfort | $$$$ Luxury |
| Sector / Area | Kasenyi | Paraa |
| National Park | Queen Elizabeth National Park | Murchison Falls National Park |
| Distance to Park | — | — |
| Rooms | — | Single Room, Double Room, Twin Room, Cottage, Suite |
| Dining | — | The Captain's Table restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner on the upper ... |
| Highlights | Inside the parkKasenyi plains game viewingTented camp experienceClose to lions | Historic property — built in 195454 rooms across multiple categoriesHilltop position with Nile views from private balconiesCaptain's Table restaurant on upper floor |
| Best For | Safari enthusiastsPhotographersWildlife lovers | Safari enthusiastsFamiliesHistory lovers |
| Activities | Game drivesBird watchingNature walks | Game drives (north and south bank)Nile boat cruise to Murchison FallsTop of the Falls hikeBird watching |
| 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 Paraa Safari Lodge if you...
- are looking for safari enthusiasts
- are looking for families
- are looking for history lovers
- value historic property — built in 1954
- value 54 rooms across multiple categories
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