Sambiya River Lodge Murchison Falls National Park is located only 20 minutes from the top of the falls, you are in prime position to hike to the top of the falls or take a relaxing river cruise down the Nile.

Due to its superb location, Sambiya River Lodge is the perfect base for exploring Murchison Falls National Park.

Not only does this open-frontend lodge have panoramic views of the Sambiya River, leopard country, and the surrounding green hills, it is also situated just 20 minutes from the top of Murchison Falls, making it the perfect base to start any adventure.

Great selection of activities: Sambiya Lodge offers several activities, past guest favourites include: fishing for Nile perch, hiking to the falls, game drives, nature walks, and chimpanzee tracking in the nearby Budongo Forest Reserve.

Ugandan Hospitality: This lodge is known for its impeccable customer service, welcoming staff and excellent food, so if you want to experience the pure Ugandan hospitality, this is the place to stay.

Eco-friendly: Sambiya prioritizes being kind to its surrounding environment by relying on solar power, local materials and reducing was

Taste the local cuisine and have a rest in the restaurant. Free Wi-Fi is available on the territory.

The staff of the hotel will order a transfer for you. At the guests’ disposal, there’s also a laundry, dry cleaning, press and a concierge.

Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. A roundtrip airport shuttle is available for a surcharge.

Sambiya River Lodge can be found on Kihande 2 Majara Road, in Masindi. Conveniences of the 3-star hotel comprise parking, wi-fi and bar. Guests who travel for business will be pleased with business center.

The beautiful garden and conference facilities are fully equipped to cater to every guest’s needs, be it business or pleasure.

Sambiya River Lodge Murchison Falls National Park Accommodation 

Sambiya River Lodge is a family run eco lodge in the Heart of Murchison Falls National Park, a twenty minute drive from the top of the famous falls.

Sambiya River Lodge rooms have indoor and outdoor showers that supply hot water throughout the day, so guests may have a relaxing bath beneath starlit skies while taking in the tranquility surrounding them.

The lodge also features indoor and outdoor child play spaces with child nannies to keep the kids entertained while the visitors accomplish their activities.

The seasonal river near the lodge also produces pleasant, calming sounds, which contribute to the lodge's peaceful atmosphere.

Sambiya River Lodge magnificent grounds feature more trees than any other lodge in the area. Guests can enjoy outdoor walks and birdwatching from the resort.

Situated on a bluff overlooking the Sambiya River valley, the property is home to numerous birds, bushbucks, waterbucks, Cape buffalo, leopard, as well as visiting lions & elephants.

Sambiya River Lodge has a resident UWA ranger guide to take guests on walking safaris, as well as game safaris on the new circuits recently put in on the southern side of the River Nile. Please see our website for further information.

10 Twin/Double cottages all en-suite with a private veranda.

7 Family Cottages (2 bedrooms, 2 bathroom) with a private veranda overlooking the thick Sambiya Forest and
Driver rooms are available for free for Tour leaders/Drivers

Sambiya River Lodge look forward to welcoming you to Sambiya River Lodge

Fantastic wildlife viewing: Set overlooking the Sambiya River, guests can observe wildlife from the comfort of the veranda, as they have a drink from the river.

At night, the river is illuminated by flood lights so that you can see the park's nocturnal animals too, while you enjoy your dinner.

20 secluded thatched-roof bandas with private bathroom and verandas are perfect for those who want a little luxury and privacy on their travels through Uganda.

However, if you are travelling on a budget, you can choose from 12 cheaper bandas, 9 of which are self-contained, and 3 with shared facilities.

Private bathrooms with showers feature bidets and slippers.

Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access.

The Sambiya River Lodge Murchison Falls National Park offers the following room Categories

Family Cottage Bedroom

Sleeps: 4 persons
Children: 2
Bed size: 1 Double Bed (5*6')and 2 Twin Beds (4*6')
Amenities: Patio, Free cribs/infant beds, Blackout drapes/curtains, Ceiling fan, 2 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, Free bottled water, Laundry detergent
View: Garden
Size: 380 sq ft
Categories: Double bed
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Royal Cottage Bedroom

Sleeps: 2 persons/Couple
Children: 2
Bed size: 1 Queen Bed (5*6')
Amenities: Patio, Free cribs/infant beds, Blackout drapes/curtains, Ceiling fan, Printer, 2 bathrooms, Free bottled water, Laundry detergent
View: Garden
Size: 377 sq ft
Categories: Queen Bed
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Royal Cottage Twin Bedroom

Sleeps: 2 persons
Children: 2
Bed size: 2 Large Twin Beds (4*6')
Amenities: Patio, Free cribs/infant beds, Blackout drapes/curtains, Printer ,Ceiling fan, 2 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, Free bottled water, Laundry detergent
View: Courtyard
Size: 377 sq ft
Categories: Double bed
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Deluxe Cabin Twin Bedroom

Sleeps: 2 persons
Children: 2
Bed size: 2 Large Twin Beds (4*6')
Amenities: Patio, Free cribs/infant beds, Blackout drapes/curtains, Printer ,Ceiling fan, 2 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, In-room safe,Free bottled water, Laundry detergent
View: Courtyard
Size:
Categories: Double bed
Price start at:

Deluxe Cabin Bedroom

Sleeps: 2 persons/Couple
Children: 2
Bed size: 1 Double (5*6')
Amenities: Patio, Free cribs/infant beds, Blackout drapes/curtains, Ceiling fan, Printer, Private bathroom, Free bottled water, Laundry detergent
View: Garden
Size: 377 sq ft
Categories: Queen Bed
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Sambiya River Lodge Murchison Falls National Park Room Amenities 

• Extensive lounge with comfortable couches and a tv showing lovely movies in the evenings
• Spacious Restaurant with an outside terrace overlooking the lodge’s watering hole.
• Bistro seating Bar with views of the pool and zipline
• Canopy Walk
• Wheelchair accessibility
• Adult and kids Zipline
• Swimming Pool , include a separate kids pool
• Free Wi- Fi access in public areas
• Two open- roof safari vehicles on site
• Salt Lick watering hole
• Indoor & Outdoor child play areas with child caretakers
• Forest Swing

In your bathroom you will find the following amenities

• Free toiletries
• Shower
• Toilet
• Slippers
• Toilet paper

Languages Spoken: English, Luganda, Kiswahili.

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Sambiya River Lodge Murchison Falls National Park NEAREST AIRPORT (S):

Distance from Masindi airfield, Masindi to Sambiya River Lodge Murchison Falls National Park 8.8 km

Distance from Entebbe International Airport (EBB) to Sambiya River Lodge Murchison Falls National Park 251 km

Distance from Kajjansi Airfield, Route aeroport to Sambiya River Lodge Murchison Falls National Park 230 km

Distance from Kampala to Sambiya River Lodge Murchison Falls National Park 213 km

Distance from Sambiya River Lodge Murchison Falls National Park to Kicumbanyobo Gate (Murchison Falls National Park) 215 km

Distance from Sambiya River Lodge Murchison Falls National Park to Pakuba Airfield, Pakuba (Murchison Falls National Park) 104 km

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Sambiya River Lodge Murchison Falls National Park ADDRESS AND CONTACT INFORMATION

HOTEL LOCATION

Sambiya River Lodge Murchison Falls National Park Address: Sambiya River Bridge, Fajao, 00256 Murchison Falls National Park, Uganda

CONTACT PHONE NUMBER: +256-704-023-485

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