Lodges near the Kazinga Channel, Uganda (2026)
Accommodation near the Kazinga Channel boat cruise in Queen Elizabeth National Park. Lodges on the Mweya Peninsula and surrounding area.
26 lodges · Independent guide · Updated 2026
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Mweya Safari Lodge sits directly on the Kazinga Channel. Katara Lodge offers elevated views over the channel. Kasenyi Safari Camp and Bush Lodge are also within easy reach of the boat departure point.
The Kazinga Channel connects Lake Edward and Lake George in Queen Elizabeth National Park. The boat cruise along the channel is one of Africa's best wildlife boat trips, with hippos, elephants, buffalo, and hundreds of bird species visible from the water. Lodges on or near the Mweya Peninsula offer the most convenient access.
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By Price Level
| $$$$ | Luxury | 3 |
| $$$ | Comfort | 5 |
| $$ | Mid-range | 10 |
| $ | Budget | 8 |
By Region
| Queen Elizabeth National Park | 26 |
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Katara Lodge
$$$$Katunguru · Queen Elizabeth National Park · Luxury
A boutique lodge overlooking the Kazinga Channel from an elevated position outside the park. Known for its views, design, and excellent food.
Best for: Luxury travelers, Couples, Honeymooners
Kyambura Gorge Lodge
$$$$Kyambura · Queen Elizabeth National Park · Luxury
A restored 1950s colonial building by Volcanoes Safaris, set above Kyambura Gorge. Combines chimp trekking access with game drives in Queen Elizabeth.
Best for: Chimpanzee trekking, History lovers, Eco-conscious travelers
Mweya Safari Lodge
$$$$Mweya Peninsula · Queen Elizabeth National Park · Luxury
The flagship lodge in Queen Elizabeth National Park, located on the Mweya Peninsula with views over the Kazinga Channel and the Rwenzori Mountains.
Best for: Safari enthusiasts, Families, Couples
Aardvark Safari Lodge
$$Kasese · Queen Elizabeth National Park · Mid-range
A mid-range lodge near Queen Elizabeth National Park with spacious thatched cottages built from local materials. Each cottage offers 187 square metres of space including a private balcony, lounge area, and an open-to-sky shower.
Best for: Safari enthusiasts, Couples, Photographers
Bush Lodge
$Katunguru · Queen Elizabeth National Park · Budget
A simple, affordable lodge near the Katunguru gate of Queen Elizabeth National Park. A practical choice for budget-conscious safari visitors.
Best for: Budget travelers, Backpackers, Short visits
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26 lodges in total
Elephant Plains Lodge
$$$Kasenyi · Queen Elizabeth National Park · Comfort
A comfort lodge near the Kasenyi plains in Queen Elizabeth National Park. Well suited for game drives on the open savannah.
Enganzi Game Lodge
$$$Katunguru · Queen Elizabeth National Park · Comfort
A comfort lodge in the Katunguru area of Queen Elizabeth National Park, positioned for game drives and Kazinga Channel boat safaris.
Irungu Forest Safari Lodge
$$$Kyambura · Queen Elizabeth National Park · Comfort
A comfort lodge near Kyambura Gorge in Queen Elizabeth National Park. Well suited for chimpanzee trekking in the gorge and game drives on the plains.
Kazinga Wilderness Safari Camp
$$$Kazinga · Queen Elizabeth National Park · Safari Camp
A safari camp near the Kazinga Channel in Queen Elizabeth National Park. Tented accommodation close to the waterway known for its concentrated wildlife.
Kikorongo Safari Lodge
$$$Kikorongo · Queen Elizabeth National Park · Comfort
A comfort lodge in the Kikorongo area near Queen Elizabeth National Park, overlooking the rift valley and crater lakes.
Buffalo Safari Lodge
$$Katunguru · Queen Elizabeth National Park · Mid-range
A mid-range lodge in the Katunguru area of Queen Elizabeth National Park. A practical base for game drives and boat safaris on the Kazinga Channel.
Craters Lodge Safari Camp
$$Crater Lakes · Queen Elizabeth National Park · Safari Camp
A safari camp in the crater lakes area of Queen Elizabeth National Park. Set among the volcanic crater lakes of the western rift valley.
Elephant Hub Lodge
$$Katunguru · Queen Elizabeth National Park · Mid-range
A mid-range lodge in the Katunguru area of Queen Elizabeth National Park. Further details will be added as information becomes available.
Kingfisher Lodge Kichwamba
$$Kichwamba · Queen Elizabeth National Park · Mid-range
A mid-range lodge in the Kichwamba area near Queen Elizabeth National Park. Positioned along the escarpment with views over the rift valley.
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