Marafiki Safari Lodge vs Pian Upe Safari Cottages

Both offer game drives · Updated 2026

Quick Answer

Marafiki Safari Lodge is a mid-range ($$) in Katunguru. Pian Upe Safari Cottages is a budget ($) in Karamoja. Pian Upe Safari Cottages is the more affordable option ($), while Marafiki Safari Lodge positions itself at the mid-range level. They are in different areas: Marafiki Safari Lodge in Katunguru and Pian Upe Safari Cottages in Karamoja.

Option A

Marafiki Safari Lodge

Katunguru · Queen Elizabeth National Park

A mid-range lodge in the Katunguru area of Queen Elizabeth National Park. Further details will be added as information becomes available.

$$·Mid-range

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.

$·Budget

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Marafiki Safari LodgePian Upe Safari Cottages
CategoryMid-rangeBudget
Price Level$$ Mid-range$ Budget
Sector / AreaKatunguruKaramoja
National ParkQueen Elizabeth National Park
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