Sambiya River Lodge vs Tembo Safari Lodge
Both offer game drives · Updated 2026
Quick Answer
Sambiya River Lodge is a comfort ($$$) in South Bank, often chosen by families and first-time safari visitors. Tembo Safari Lodge is a mid-range ($$) in Katunguru. Tembo Safari Lodge is the more affordable option ($$), while Sambiya River Lodge positions itself at the comfort level. They are in different areas: Sambiya River Lodge in South Bank and Tembo Safari Lodge in Katunguru.
Option A
Sambiya River Lodge
South Bank · Murchison Falls National Park
A comfort lodge on the south bank of Murchison Falls National Park, set in natural surroundings near the park entrance.
Option B
Tembo Safari Lodge
Katunguru · Queen Elizabeth National Park
A mid-range lodge in the Katunguru area of Queen Elizabeth National Park. Further details will be added as information becomes available.
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Sambiya River Lodge | Tembo Safari Lodge | |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Comfort | Mid-range |
| Price Level | $$$ Comfort | $$ Mid-range |
| Sector / Area | South Bank | Katunguru |
| National Park | Murchison Falls National Park | Queen Elizabeth National Park |
| Distance to Park | — | — |
| Rooms | Family Cottage, Standard Room | — |
| Dining | The Sambiya Restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Meals draw on Uganda... | — |
| Highlights | Self-described #1 hotel in Murchison Falls NPSwimming pools on-site15-20 min drive to Top of the Falls viewpoint25 min to Paraa boat landing | — |
| Best For | FamiliesFirst-time safari visitorsAdventure seekers | — |
| Activities | Game drivesBoat cruise to Murchison FallsHiking to Top of the FallsNature walks | — |
| Website | Visit website | — |
Choose Sambiya River Lodge if you...
- are looking for families
- are looking for first-time safari visitors
- are looking for adventure seekers
- value self-described #1 hotel in murchison falls np
- value swimming pools on-site
Choose Tembo Safari Lodge if you...
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