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Crater Safari Lodge
Uganda Western Region · Uganda
Kibale Forest National ParkView location
9.6/10Excellent11 Reviews
Cleanliness9.2/10 9.2
Service9.0/10 9.0
Comfort8.6/10 8.6
Condition9.2/10 9.2
Neighborhood9.0/10 9.0
Amenities8.0/10 8.0
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About Crater Safari Lodge
Nestled on the shores of a tranquil lake, Crater Safari Lodge offers a serene escape in Fort Portal. Indulge in a rejuvenating spa treatment or take a refreshing dip in the outdoor pool. Rent bicycles to explore the area or simply relax by the lobby fireplace.
The lodge features a restaurant and bar, as well as room service during limited hours. Each of the 20 guestrooms boasts a private furnished patio, complimentary Wi-Fi, and a private bathroom with complimentary toiletries and bathrobes. A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily.
Additional amenities include a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, laundry facilities, and airport shuttle service (surcharge). Free self-parking is available on-site. Located within a 5-minute drive of both Lake Nyabikere and Kibale National Park, Crater Safari Lodge offers easy access to these natural wonders.
Mahoma Falls and the Kibale National Park Visitor Information Center are also within a short driving distance.
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Located in Fort Portal, Crater Safari Lodge is on a lake, a 4-minute drive from Lake Nyabikere and 9 minutes from Kibale National Park. This family-friendly lodge is 8.1 mi (13 km) from Mahoma Falls and 8.9 mi (14.4 km) from Kibale National Park Visitor Information Center.
Make yourself at home in one of the 20 guestrooms. Rooms have private furnished patios. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and bathrobes. Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and laundry facilities.
A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.
Popular amenities
Free WiFi
Parking available
Airport transfers
Dining services
Concierge
Laundry
Spa
Entertainment
Childcare
Banquet facilities
Accessible facilities
Check-in and check-out
Check-in from
10:00 AM
Check-in until
Anytime
Check-out until
10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age
18
Hotel policies
No elevators
Professional property host/manager
Property does not offer onsite COVID-19 testing
Property does not require health documentation at check-in
Pets allowed
Service animals not allowed
Cleaning and safety
Essential Travel
Essential workers only - NO
Important information
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Special Instructions
Guests must transfer via Airport shuttle to the property. Guests must contact the property at least 72 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking. This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply). Guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
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Instructions
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
- Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
- Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds
- This property accepts credit cards and cash
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
- This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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Minimal age
18
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Optional fees
- Airport shuttle fee: USD 500 per person (roundtrip)
- Rollaway bed fee: USD 275.0 per night
- Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 4 percent
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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Spoken Language
English
Nearby attractions
Lake Nyabikere
2.2 km / 1.4 mi
Kibale National Park
2.5 km / 1.6 mi
Mahoma Falls
13 km / 8.1 mi
Kibale National Park Visitor Information Center
14.4 km / 8.9 mi
Lugard Monument
19.5 km / 12.1 mi
Fort Portal Golf Course
20.7 km / 12.8 mi
New Tooro Kingdom Palace
20.7 km / 12.9 mi
Rwenzori Mountains National Park
42.4 km / 26.4 mi
Rwenzori Art Centre
46.9 km / 29.2 mi
Hotel facilities & services
Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.
- Total number of rooms: 20
- hotel
- Car park
- 24-hour reception
- Check-in hour
- Check-out hour
- Wi-fi
- Laundry service
- Bicycle hire service
- Babysitting serviceExtra charge
- Garden
- Terrace
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- NewspapersExtra charge
- Banquet hall
- Children’s swimming area
- Children playground
- Spa treatments
- Breakfast
- Continental breakfast
- Picnic
- Minimum check-in age: 18
Upon availability
Room types
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CHALET TWO BEDROOMS WITH VIEWSCHALET • TWO BEDROOMS WITH VIEWSCHA.B2-WV
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- Occupancy
- Guests: 6–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
- Room type
- CHALET
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- TWO BEDROOMS WITH VIEWS
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CHALET TWO BEDROOMS WITH VIEWS
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- Guests: 6–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
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- CHALET
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- TWO BEDROOMS WITH VIEWS
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Room code: CHA.B2-WV
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Double or Twin POOL VIEW ONE BEDROOMDouble or Twin • POOL VIEW ONE BEDROOMDBT.B1-VP
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- Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
- Room type
- Double or Twin
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- POOL VIEW ONE BEDROOM
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- POOL VIEW ONE BEDROOM
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Room code: DBT.B1-VP
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SINGLE ONE BEDROOMSINGLE • ONE BEDROOMSGL.B1
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- Guests: 1–1 • Adults: max. 1 • Children: max. 0
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- SINGLE
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- ONE BEDROOM
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- ONE BEDROOM
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Room code: SGL.B1
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SINGLE DELUXE KING BEDSINGLE • DELUXE KING BEDSGL.DX-KG
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- Guests: 1–1 • Adults: max. 1 • Children: max. 0
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- DELUXE KING BED
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- DELUXE KING BED
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Room code: SGL.DX-KG
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Double or Twin DELUXE LAKE VIEWDouble or Twin • DELUXE LAKE VIEWDBT.DX-LK
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- Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
- Room type
- Double or Twin
- View / characteristic
- DELUXE LAKE VIEW
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- Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
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- Double or Twin
- View / characteristic
- DELUXE LAKE VIEW
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Room code: DBT.DX-LK
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Guest reviews
What other guests saying about Crater Safari Lodge
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MABLE CHRISTINE
Very nice i enjoyed
Jonathan
Heavenly
A hidden gem. Located about 25 mins from Fort Portal and on the shores of a crater lake this is a brilliant place to relax, unwind and allow oneself to be spoilt by the very attentive staff and excellent cuisine. We loved it.
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Crater Safari boasts friendly, welcoming and truly helpful staff, a very good kitchen (highly recommend their Nile Perch), and stunning views of the Rift crater lake that the lodge overlooks. The rooms are enormous and spotlessly maintained. A few criticisms: the drive that leads to the Lodge off the highway is most difficult in the rain and nearly requires AWD to transit. The Lodge’s solar-supported electrical system is a forward-thinking choice, but one consequence is that the LED lighting chosen to limit demand on that system results in common areas and accommodations that are rather dark on a rainy evening. Bringing the lights lower and closer to where staff and guests are might help. The Lodge is artfully placed on the side of a hill, with many steps - including getting up to reception and dining - and these, too, can be treacherous when wet for those like this writer with a mild disability. There are few handrails. One significant issue for visitors to Uganda touring the country with a guide/driver is that this Lodge appears not to have standing arrangements for accommodations for such drivers unlike a number of other hostelries in its class. Our situation was worked out, but this is a matter to which the Lodge should attend. Again, great people, fine food, luxurious rooms - but with a few matters that bear notice. That’s why a four, not a five.
James
Great view, new lodge, work on service
The lodge sits above a crater lake and offers amazing views. The rooms are spacious and have views of the lake. There is no fan or air conditioning in the room and internet and charging can only be done in the lobby area. Check in was poor and confused. Near the chimps (25 min drive). Service as a whole was inconsistent.
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Crater Safari Lodge
Kibale Forest National Park, Rurama, Uganda
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