Semliki Safari Lodge

Semliki, on the Congo border

In western Uganda, the Semliki Valley is a fabulous wildlife sanctuary. Covered by equatorial forest, the valley conceals wonders that can only be discovered from a lodge: the Semliki Safari Lodge. Just eight plush tents welcome guests who have come to the heart of Africa to uncover its well-kept secrets. Home to both a reserve and a national park, the valley has built its reputation on its chimpanzee communities, the Sempaya hot springs, some thirty endemic bird species and its pygmy villages. Watered by the river of the same name, Semliki offers a vast diversity of landscapes comprising tropical forests, grassy savannahs, marshes and Lake Albert, providing ideal habitats for numerous mammals and birds at the crossroads of Central African species (forest buffalo, dark leopard and dwarf forest elephant) and East African species (antelope, lion, warthog, etc.). The Semliki Safari Lodge and its eight luxurious thatched-roof tents offer an elegant way to discover a magical, secluded place with breathtaking views of the Central African savannah.

STYLE

A romantic safari style with beautiful orange canvas tents

SITUATION

In the Semliki Wildlife Reserve, south of Lake Albert

CAPACITY

8 open-sided safari tents overlooking the Semliki reserve

HIGHLIGHTS

Apart from the few tourists in the region, Semliki offers wildlife midway between that of West Africa and East Africa

THE EXPERIENCES

  • Chimpanzee trekking
  • 4x4 safari, walking safari
  • Birdwatching
  • Cruise on Lake Albert
  • Massage & Swimming Pool

THE EXTRAORDINARY

The tropical rainforest offers its guests unforgettable 4x4, walking and boat safaris. These can be enhanced by a swim in the Mungilo waterfall, a visit to the spectacular Nkusi falls, the discovery of the strange shoebill stork, and the tracking of friendly chimpanzees.

ETHICS

When Semliki was being built in 1992, the Semliki Valley was about to lose its park status. By participating in chimpanzee research and building a village library to teach children about environmental respect and women about antenatal care and nutrition, the valley was able to regain its status.