Twin Lakes Safari Lodge
Twin Lakes Safari Lodge, Uganda: Stay, Views and Guide.
Twin Lakes Safari Lodge is a 3‑star, mid‑range accommodation perched on a hill in the Bunyaruguru crater area, Kichwamba, Rubirizi District, just outside Queen Elizabeth National Park in western Uganda. The lodge is strategically located to offer travellers amazing views of the park and the wildlife, as well as the crater lakes around. At this strategic height, a visitor can take in the beautiful landscape view and get ready for the wonderful safari adventure in Uganda.
How to Get There
The drive from Kampala city to Queen Elizabeth National Park takes approximately five to six hours, covering about 370 kilometres. For those who prefer to fly, domestic flights from Entebbe International Airport to the nearby Kasese Airstrip take about an hour. From the airstrip, a short transfer brings guests directly to the lodge. Either way, the journey is scenic and well worth the effort.
About the Lodge: Spacious Cottages with Panoramic Views
The Twin Lakes Safari Lodge comprises 11 large and comfortable cottages, with one of these cottages designed for families and having the capacity to hold thirty people. Cottages that have an African style architecture are offered, which offer breathtaking views of the lakes and the park. They are also tastefully furnished and decorated, with a high elevation providing a canopy feel for the guests.
Inside, visitors will find mosquito nets, bathrooms with hot and cold showers, flushing toilets, free toiletries, chairs and wooden tables, complimentary bottled water, and slippers. Every cottage has a large sitting area, a large veranda, and private balconies that provide a panoramic view of Queen Elizabeth National Park, the Rwenzori Mountain ranges, and the surrounding crater lakes. The beds are excellent and comfortable, queen‑sized, with clean bedding. Guests can choose between single beds for solo travellers, double or twin beds for couples or friends sharing, and the family cottage for larger groups.
Campfire, Dining, and Swimming Pool
There is a campfire pit where flames glow in the evening. Guests come together here to unwind, talk about their experience on a Uganda safari, and keep warm through the cold evenings. It is a simple pleasure that makes the lodge feel welcoming and intimate.
The dining area overlooks the park and serves mouth‑watering meals that cater to every visitor’s choice. The menu includes both local Ugandan and international cuisine, offered à la carte. Breakfast, picnic lunches, and dinner are served by well-trained, organised staff. For a truly memorable experience, the lodge offers bush breakfasts, dining in the open while watching the sunrise over the lake, as well as bush dinners under the stars.
The well‑stocked bar offers a variety of hard and soft drinks, including beers, wines, and sodas. A traveller can sip any drink of choice while enjoying the stunning view of Queen Elizabeth National Park, the forest canopy, and the surrounding hills.
After a long, hot day of game driving, the blue‑water swimming pool provides a perfect way to cool off. A guest can relax in the pool while winding down in the evening, all while overlooking the spectacular views of the park and surrounding areas.
Services and Amenities
Twin Lakes Safari Lodge offers a range of practical services. Laundry and housekeeping are available. There is ample parking space, as well as airport pickups and drop‑offs. Solar energy provides reliable power, and the beds are always clean and comfortable. Wi‑Fi internet is available, allowing visitors to stay connected and share their safari photos with family and friends back home.
Activities from the Lodge
The lodge’s location makes it easy to explore Queen Elizabeth National Park. Game drives give tourists a chance to see a wide range of animals, including buffalo, elephants, antelopes, leopards, impalas, zebras, and, of course, the famous tree‑climbing lions in the Ishasha sector. A boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel offers close encounters with hippos, crocodiles, and countless water birds. Travellers can also visit local villages around the park, go bird watching, track chimpanzees in Kyambura Gorge, take forest walks in Karinzu or Maramagambo Forest, hike, mine salt at Lake Katwe, and join community tours. There is no shortage of activities to fill a multi‑day safari.
About Queen Elizabeth National Park
Queen Elizabeth National Park is Uganda’s second-largest and most visited national park. It lies in western Uganda near the historical town of Fort Portal, the region’s tourism hub, and spans the districts of Kasese, Kamwenge, Rubirizi, and Rukungiri. The park covers a total area of 1,978 square kilometres, not 987, as some older sources state. It extends from Lake George in the north‑east to Lake Edward in the south‑west and includes the Kazinga Channel, which connects the two lakes. The channel is roughly 32 kilometres long and is the widest in Uganda.
The park boasts a remarkable variety of flora and fauna, with over 100 mammal species and more than 610 bird species, a major draw for tourists from around the world. Accommodation options within and around the park range from budget to mid‑range to luxury, so there is something for every traveller.
Other activities in the park include game viewing on the Kasenyi plains, bird watching, chimpanzee tracking, forest walks, hiking, salt mining at Lake Katwe, community tours, fruit picking adventures, and birding at Katara. A visit to Queen Elizabeth is never dull.
Final Thoughts
Twin Lakes Safari Lodge delivers exactly what a safari traveller needs: a comfortable, mid‑range base with stunning views, good food, friendly service, and easy access to one of Uganda’s most celebrated national parks. Whether a guest is a first‑time visitor or a seasoned safari enthusiast, this lodge offers a relaxing and memorable stay. The combination of hilltop views, crater lakes, and the promise of tree-climbing lions makes Twin Lakes an excellent choice for any Uganda adventure.
