Pakuba Safari Lodge

Pakuba Safari Lodge is a mid-range stay near Murchison Falls. Its northern location puts it within easy reach of the game-drive circuits between the Victoria Nile and Lake Albert, making it a practical base for travellers who want to spend most of their time on safari.

Who it suits

• Game drives
• Value
• Families

Location

North bank of Murchison Falls National Park, near the Albert Nile. Read our Murchison Falls guide for the best time to visit and how to get there. See our Uganda guide for parks, seasons and getting there.

Getting there

The nearest town is Masindi; Paraa ferry crossing inside the park. Fly into Entebbe International (EBB), then road (5–6 hours) or charter to Pakuba or Bugungu airstrips. Pakuba Safari Lodge works well combined with a tailor-made trip to Murchison Falls.

Things to do from Pakuba Safari Lodge

The lodge is on the north bank, close to the game circuits between the Victoria Nile and Lake Albert, where giraffes, buffaloes, elephants and Uganda kob are common. The Paraa ferry and the launch trip to the falls are about 30 to 45 minutes away, and the delta for shoebills is closer still.

How long to stay

Two or three nights, with most of the time spent on game drives. Murchison Falls: Year-round flow; December–February and June–September for the driest game drives.

Other places to stay nearby

• Paraa Safari Lodge (classic): North bank of the Nile at Paraa, Murchison Falls National Park.
• Baker's Lodge (upper mid-range): South bank of the Nile, a short drive from the Paraa ferry.
• Nile Safari Lodge (luxury): South bank of the Nile, Murchison Falls National Park.
• Murchison River Lodge (mid-range): South bank of the Nile, Murchison Falls National Park.

Rates vary by season and room type; ask for current rates and availability.