Papaya Lake Lodge, Kibale Forest National Park – Lodges | Fort Portal – Uganda
Papaya Lake Lodge, Kibale Forest National Park Fort Portal is situated about 350 km west of Uganda’s capital, Kampala, in one of the country’s most scenic regions.
The Great Crater Lakes area boasts over 40 extinct volcanic craters, forming a chain of lakes, each unique in shape, size and colour, and each boasting its own distinct ecosystem.
Two of these breathtaking features are right on the doorstep. To the west, the snow-capped Rwenzori Mountains tower above the area, breathing life into the valleys and rifts, resplendent with countless vanilla, banana, coffee and tea plantations.
How to reach us from Fort Portal: Take the Kamwenge road towards Kibale National Park.
After approximately 10 kilometres (6 miles), take a right at the junction marked by a cluster of road signs. Continue on this road until you reach the Rutete – Rwaihamba village.
Exit Rwaihamba by the same main road and stay on it until you reach a T-junction with primary school on the left-hand side. You will see a sign directing you to turn right to reach Papaya Lake Lodge.
It takes approximately five hours to reach Papaya Lake Lodge by car from the Entebbe International Airport.
It is a comfortable drive west (on a tarmac road) towards Fort Portal, the region’s informal capital city. Just before entering Fort Portal, take a left and follow a red dirt road.
It will take you directly to Papaya along a scenic drive through tea, banana, guava and avocado plantations.
Established by a family who opted to abandon their European life to find a new home in the living heart of Africa; a home inspired by its surroundings and defined by all the best Uganda has to offer, yet beautifully refreshed by its own unique style, and the highest standard of service.
A place surrounded by the lush, evergreen landscapes of the Ugandan Great Crater Lakes region, set between two extinct volcanoes, nestled against the turquoise waters of the Lyantonde and Kifuruka lakes and with exhilarating views over the majestic Rwenzori's Mountain Range.
Papaya Lake Lodge , Kibale Forest National Park Fort Portal Uganda Accommodation (Papaya Lake Lodge Prices)
Papaya Lake Lodge offers nine spacious and bright cottages. All are situated on the extinct volcano crater’s slope and have breathtaking views of Lyantonde Lake. Each cottage offers complete privacy, hidden from view by a natural screen of green treetops.
Eight of the cottages feature two beds (one king-size and one single), local stone-decorated bathrooms with shower units, and verandas equipped with deckchairs.
The ninth cottage Family Cottage is a two-level villa boasting three bedrooms, a living room with a fireplace, a spacious bathroom and a large terrace.
Cottages Bedroom
Number of rooms: Nine (9)
Sleeps: 2 person/Couple
Bed size: 1 King Size (6*6') + 1 Single (4*6')
Amenities:
View: Forest
Size: 35 sq.m
Categories: Double bed
Price start at: USD
Room Details & Amenities at Papaya Lake Lodge Kibale Forest National Park Fort Portal, Uganda
For your comfort below are the room details and guest room amenities for Papaya Lake Lodge , Kibale Forest National Park Fort Portal, Uganda
- King size bed
- En-suite bathroom with separate shower and tub
- Large private deck
- Nightly turndown
- Tea & Coffee facilities
- Safe & Hairdryer
- Full board
- Telephone
- Stocked minibars
- Bathrobes and slippers
- Same day laundry service
- 24-hour emergency facilities and communications
PRICE INCLUDES:
- Accommodation
- All meals and beverages (including complementary house wines, beers & soft drinks)
- WiFi access where applicable
PRICE EXCLUDES:
International flights, internal vehicle transfers, travel insurance, visas and discretionary tips, entrance and activity fees for Kibale National Park.
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Papaya Lake Lodge Kibale Forest National Park Fort Portal, Fort Portal, Uganda NEAREST AIRPORT (S):
Distance from Papaya Lake Lodge Kibale Forest National Park Fort Portal, Fort Portal to Entebbe International Airport 347 km
Distance from Papaya Lake Lodge Kibale Forest National Park Fort Portal, Fort Portal to Mweya Airport 124 km
Distance from Papaya Lake Lodge Kibale Forest National Park Fort Portal, Fort Portal to Kasese Airfield 67.8 km
Distance from Papaya Lake Lodge Kibale Forest National Park Fort Portal, Fort Portal to Fort Portal City 40.3 km
Distance from Papaya Lake Lodge Kibale Forest National Park Fort Portal, Fort Portal to Kampala Post Office 324 km
Distance from Goma International Airport to Papaya Lake Lodge Kibale Forest National Park Fort Portal, Fort Portal 398 km
Distance from Pakuba Airstrip to Papaya Lake Lodge Kibale Forest National Park Fort Portal, Fort Portal 359 km
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Papaya Lake Lodge Kibale Forest National Park Fort Portal, Fort Portal, Uganda ADDRESS AND CONTACT INFORMATION
HOTEL LOCATION: P.O.Box 828 Fort Portal Fort Portal, Uganda
CONTACT PHONE NUMBER: +256-704-023-485
WEBSITE:k
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Important information
Cancellation / Prepayment
Papaya Lake Lodge Kibale Forest National Park Fort Portal, Uganda Cancellation Policies / Papaya Lake Lodge Kibale Forest National Park Fort Portal, Uganda Prepayment Policies
The charges below only apply to 100% advance payment on accommodation. If you only paid the required 1 night deposit, this won’t be refunded.
- 25% if cancelled four days in advance.
- 50% if cancelled two or three days in advance.
- 50% if few of the total booked rooms are cancelled.
- 100% if cancelled one day prior to booking or on the same day.
CANCELLATION POLICY
No cancellation charges will be incurred for accommodation booked and subsequently cancelled up to 30 days before the check-in date
Confirmed reservations which are cancelled between 30 and 14 days before the expected date of arrival are subject to a cancellation fee of 50% of the reserved accommodation cost.
Cancellations notified to us within 14 days of the arrival date, and no-shows, are charged at the full cost of the reserved accommodation.
Note:
Any postponement of the booking will be treated as a cancellation and will be governed by the Cancellation Policy.
- Refunds only through cheque for bookings made by cash/cheque/bank transfer.
- Online refunds for bookings made through the online payment system usually take 3-5 working days.
In case of LPO payment is expected within 30 days after which 5% interest applies per week.
Guarantee Method: We accept guarantee by Credit Card / Bank Transfer / Wire Transfer / Cash Deposit / Mobile Money / Online Payment
PAYMENT NOTES:
• Please note that bank charges are not included in the invoice value and payments made to Papaya Lake Lodge Kibale Forest National Park Fort Portal must include all applicable banking fees.
• When making payment into the Uganda Shillings Bank account, payment must be calculated using the Rate of Exchange (ROE) of the day. Please contact us before making payments so that we may advise the applicable ROE.
- We accept Visa, MasterCard and American Express cards.
• A copy of the deposit slip should be emailed to info@responsibletourismcompany.com
Papaya Lake Lodge Kibale Forest National Park Fort Portal,Uganda Cancellation/Repayment Policies:
Once a reservation is confirmed, please notify us by call or email of any cancellation or modification of the booking at least 3 days (72 hours) before arrival for FIT bookings (free independent travellers) and 2 weeks before arrival for Group bookings in order to avoid a charge of 1 night’s stay to be imposed.
Papaya Lake Lodge Kibale Forest National Park Fort Portal, BOOKING TERMS & CONDITIONS:
Children and extra beds
Children of all ages are welcome at Papaya Lake Lodge Kibale Forest National Park Fort Portal, Uganda.
Family Friendly Exploring the world can’t start young enough. Papaya Lake Lodge Kibale Forest National Park Fort Portal welcome families with children of all ages and cater for their needs with an outdoor kids playground, and an indoor kids room in the main lodge.
Check-in/check-out times and lodge closure The lodge is open year-round.
Check In: 1:00 p.m. on the day of your arrival
Check Out: 11:00 a.m. on the day of your departure
Child Policy: Please note that Papaya Lake Lodge Kibale Forest National Park Fort Portal does not allow children to stay free of charge. Extra charges may apply for children staying at the hotel.
The hotel management is committed to ensuring a peaceful and relaxing environment for all guests, and additional charges may be necessary to accommodate children.
If the room is available, normal tariff will be charged. On failure of the guest to vacate the room on expiry or period the management shall have the right to remove the guest and his/her belongings from the room occupied by the Guest.
Papaya Lake Lodge Kibale Forest National Park Fort Portal Children Policy
Children are welcome at Papaya Lake Lodge Kibale Forest National Park Fort Portal, subject to availability of child-friendly rooms and equipment. Selected rooms can accommodate 1 -2 children (0-12yrs) sharing with parents.
- Cot (0-3 years) provided free of charge in a number of rooms.
- Children under 6 stay free in a room with two adults.
- Children in between 6 - 12 years old stays in a room with adults are extra charge $20
- Children accommodated in their own suite will attract the full adult rate.
- Supplement for extra bed $190 per night, available for a number of rooms.
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