Private and intimate, Semliki Safari Lodge is a small Wilderness Lodge fringed by remarkable trails or riverine forests as well as savannahs, where different primate species especially Chimpanzees and the colobus monkeys frequent. Are you interested in stepping back in time? Then book nights at this Lodge and simply allow the spirits of the old explorers to be evoked. It sits within the renowned Toro-Semliki Wildlife Reserve, in the heart of the Albertine Rift Valley.
Semliki Safari Lodge is one of the few places of lodging, for guests exploring the remote and underrated Semliki National Park. This Protected Area was first gazetted in 1932 as a Forest Reserve before being upgraded to a National Park in 1993. This Park protected the only tract of unspoiled lowland tropical forest in the East African region. While it doesn’t receive the attention of most travelers visiting the country, it is surprisingly home to about 53 mammal species and is also a recognized Birder’s Paradise with over 441 bird species, in addition to featuring some of the most spectacular landscapes that include Sempaya hot springs. Semliki National Park is explored through guided nature walks, chimpanzee tracking, bird watching, and game drives among others.
While exploring Semliki National Park, there is one place that will make your visit complete, and it is the beautiful Semliki Safari Lodge.
Accommodation at Semliki Safari Lodge
Semliki Safari Lodge can accommodate a maximum of 20 guests in a single day within its 8 luxurious golden-hued tents and 2 safari suites with beautiful hardwood floors. Guests that stay under these canvases have attested to their incredible experiences while getting treated to the sweet melodies of the natural surrounding as well as the sweet smell of the rain.
Semliki Safari Lodge tents are protected by dense thatched roofs and feature spacious en-suite bathrooms that are fully equipped with running water, flush toilets, and hot/cold showers. While breakfast can be enjoyed at the main building area, Semliki Safari Lodge guests are treated like Royalty with breakfast served in the comfort of their tents or private terraces while taking in stunning views of the surrounding.
One of the Tents at Semliki Safari Lodge is perfect for family or group travelers. Some Tents command remarkable sunrise views over the savannah and escarpment, others amazing sunset views over the rainforest and the snow-capped Rwenzori Mountains.
Semliki Lodge Facilities and Services
Semliki Safari Lodge’s main building area features a soaring thatched roof, allowing guests to gather around the large dining tables or simply relax on comfy armchairs as well as sofas while sharing memories from their discoveries. When darkness sets in, the main Lodge area and other parts of the Lodge are lit by lanterns hence providing a unique feel of African culture as well as close intimacy with the wilderness.
Private Bush breakfast and dinners as well as picnics can be arranged for Semliki Safari Lodge Guests on request.
Thrilling activities enjoyed by Semliki Safari Lodge guests
Semliki Safari Lodge is a perfect base for travelers interested in undertaking chimpanzee tracking in Semliki National Park and learning about the Semliki Chimpanzee Research Project. Other activities include bird watching, game drives, nature walks and boat rides on Lake Albert, which have to be arranged on advance.