Genuine Hospitality
Warm, unhurried Ugandan hospitality — the kind that remembers your name by day two.
Our Story
A haven of comfort, right where the wild begins
Tucked against the Albert Nile inside Murchison Falls National Park.
Our Story
A haven of comfort, right where the wild begins
Tucked against the Albert Nile inside Murchison Falls National Park, Tilenga Safari Lodge blends luxury tented rooms and intimate cottages with genuinely warm Ugandan hospitality. Thatched roofs, wide verandas, and river views — built for slow mornings and long, orange evenings.
- 1.7km from Tangi Gate on the Karuma–Pakwach road
- Panoramic views over the Albert Nile
- Elevated tents and cottages, all en-suite
- On-site dining, campfire, and river deck
The Lodge
Sophisticated tranquility, angled at the river
Tilenga Safari Lodge features 22 elegant guest cottages — 11 Executive and 11 Premium — along with 2 luxury tents, all designed to offer sophisticated tranquility.
From an architectural perspective, the River Nile and the park remain the central focus, ensuring that each cottage and luxury tent boasts a balcony or terrace with breathtaking, panoramic views. At Tilenga Safari Lodge, being captivated by these stunning vistas is an experience guaranteed.
- Guest cottages
- 22Guest cottages
- Executive cottages
- 11Executive cottages
- Premium cottages
- 11Premium cottages
- Luxury tents
- 2Luxury tents
What We Stand For
More than a place to sleep
Built for the Wild
Thatched roofs, wide verandas and river views, designed around the landscape rather than against it.
Community Rooted
Staffed and supplied locally, so your stay supports the communities bordering the park.
Our Activities
Unforgettable moments, from our doorstep
A safari in Murchison Falls National Park is filled with unforgettable moments — whether it’s embarking on an exciting game drive, taking a boat cruise along the Nile, or witnessing the majestic Falls up close. From the diverse wildlife to the breathtaking landscapes, we ensure that every guest leaves with lifelong memories of adventure and discovery.
Chimp Trekking
Kaniyo Pabidi Forest offers the chance to track chimpanzees and other primates in a pristine environment of mahogany and ironwood trees. Six chimpanzee groups have been habituated, making for an exciting and rewarding trekking experience.
Game Drive
Most visitors explore Murchison Falls on safari, as the park is home to 76 mammal species, including lions, leopards, elephants, Rothschild’s giraffes, Cape buffalo, and hartebeest. The Buligi area is the best spot for game viewing.
Bird Life
Murchison Falls boasts an incredible variety of birds, with over 450 recorded species. The diverse habitats make it a birdwatcher’s paradise, with the rare shoebill stork being a top attraction for many visitors.
Hiking & Nature Walks
The vast landscapes and varied scenery of the park can be explored on foot. Trails through Kaniyo Pabidi and Rabongo Forests provide sightings of many primates and birds, while walks around the Nile–Lake Albert Delta offer possible sightings of the Shoebill.
Boat Cruise
A boat trip downstream to the papyrus delta at Lake Albert’s entrance takes 4–5 hours and offers excellent wildlife sightings. You can also disembark at a prearranged location where your driver picks you up for a game drive. Trips are organised by Wild Frontiers and UWA.
Fishing
The Nile below Murchison Falls offers thrilling challenges to anglers, with the chance to catch a massive Nile Perch — the record stands at 108kg. Fishing is restricted to designated spots, and spaces are limited, so prior booking is highly recommended.
Boat Launch to Murchison Falls
A must-do activity is the launch trip upstream to view the Falls and wildlife along the riverbanks. The round trip takes about three hours, but you can opt to leave the boat at Fajao Gorge, climb to the top, and meet your driver for pickup. Trips are run by UWA and Wild Frontiers.
Top of Falls
The most dramatic view of Murchison Falls is from the Top of Falls, where the crashing Nile creates an unforgettable sight and sound. You can reach this breathtaking spot by vehicle or a short half-hour hike from the boat launch.