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Accommodation planning for Semuliki National Park requires an understanding of spatial convenience, comfort standards, and operational logistics. Lodging options are limited compared to those in larger Ugandan parks, but the existing facilities maintain dependable service quality and a proximity to core activity zones.

1. Inside or Adjacent to the Park

Lodge / Facility Type Approximate Rate (USD) Distance to Sempaya Gate Notable Features
Semuliki Safari Lodge Luxury 250–350 per person per night Inside the Toro–Semliki Reserve Private cottages, solar power, guided walks, open dining area
Uganda Wildlife Authority Bandas Budget 40–60 per night Near Sempaya Gate Basic self-contained rooms, managed by UWA, ideal for short stays
Kirumia Guesthouse Mid-range 80–120 per night 10 km from the park entrance Access to the Kirumia trail offers local meals and birding guides

2. Accommodation in Fort Portal

Fort Portal serves as the main staging area for visitors arriving from Kampala. The town lies 52 kilometres from Semuliki’s gate and hosts a broad spectrum of lodges and hotels catering to different budgets.

Lodge / Facility Type Approximate Rate (USD) Key Advantage
Kyaninga Lodge Luxury 280–400 Elevated lake views, fine dining, spa facilities
Mountains of the Moon Hotel Mid-range 100–160 Central location, reliable transport links
Fort Motel Budget 60–80 Comfortable base with restaurant and secure parking

SEMPAYA

Kirimia Guesthouse

  • Kirimia Village, 100 from the Kirimia trailhead and 10km from Sempaya towards Bundibugyo

National Park Bandas and Campsite

  • Halfway between Sempaya and Ntandi on the main Bundibugyo Road

Sempaya Rest Camp – Coming soon

TORO-SEMLIKI WILDLIFE RESERVE

Semliki Safari Lodge

  • Tel: +256 414 251182
  • Mobile: +256 772 489497
  • Email: info@safariuganda.com
  • Website: www.safariuganda.com

FORT PORTAL

Mountains of the Moon Hotel

Ruwenzori View Guesthouse

Eriba Guesthouse

  • 22 Njara Road, Fort Portal
  • Tel: +256 712 446304

Tooro Resort

Rujuna Guesthouse

Riviera Inn

  • Tel +256 772 681817
  • 1km past the Mountains of the Moon Hotel, on the outskirts of Fort Portal

Fort Motel

  • Tel: +256 414 232657
  • Mobile: +256 772 367972, +256 772 731307, +256712 220259

Rwenzori Travellers Inn

Continental Hotel

  • Plot 3, Lugard Road, Fort Portal
  • Tel: +256 772 333440, +256 772 484842

Palace Motel

Palace View Hotel

  • See location on interactive map

Soka Hotel

  • Tel: +256 483 422238
  • Mobile: +256 772 472320

Wooden Hotel

  • 4 Kyebambe Road, Fort Portal
  • Mobile: +256 772 402770

Kenneth Inn

  • Rukidi Street, opposite Centenary Bank
  • Tel: +256 772 992076

Exotic Lodge

  • Next to Kabarole Tours Office, behind Don’s Plaza, Fort Portal. See interactive map.

Youth Encouragement Services

  • Email: yesuganda@gmail.com
  • Website: www.caroladamsministry.com/yes_hostel.html
  • http://www.flickr.com/photos/ugandawildlifeauthority/6892400200/in/photostream

BUNDIBUGYO

Hotel Vanilla

  • Bundibugyo

Picfare Guesthouse

  • Bundibugyo

Semliki Guest House

  • Bundibugyo

Booking Guidance

Accommodation within Semuliki’s proximity requires reservations. The Uganda Wildlife Authority manages all official park bandas through its reservations desk in Kampala.

Private lodges handle their bookings via email or reputable safari operators. Payment confirmations should be obtained in writing, as signal strength in the Semliki Valley is intermittent.

Moreover, visitors are encouraged to confirm meal availability, generator hours, and guide inclusion before arrival.

Electricity supply is often solar-powered, and some lodges schedule power periods only for the evening. Understanding these details prevents logistical discomfort and enhances travel planning accuracy.