Heritage Safari Lodge Location & overview
Heritage Safari Lodge is one of Uganda’s notable safari holiday accommodation facilities. The lodge is situated on the northern boundary of Murchison Falls National Park – Uganda’s largest park. The lodge’s architecture reflects the traditional Acholi homesteads – the Acholi people are the dominant tribe in the region.
The lodge is comprised of elegantly thatched cottages and bandas which are well furnished, self-contained and have ensuite bathroom facilities, large glass Windows and private decks looking out to the Albert Nile. The lodge provides an easy connection to Murchison Falls National Park through the Tangi gate – an area inhabited by numerous wildlife. Visits from the elephants which are easy to through the lodge’s windows are a certainty.
Heritage Safari Lodge Range
Heritage Safari Lodge is a luxury – midrange/standard safari accommodation facility.
Heritage Safari Lodge Facilities
Accommodation
Heritage Safari Lodge is comprised of state of the art cottages and bandas intricately designed to reflect the traditional Acholi architecture. The cottages are spacious and well furnished with sleek and cosy furniture neatly fitted in the bedroom, sitting, and dining area of each unit. All the units have ensuite bathroom facilities and private decks looking out to the Albert Nile.
Restaurant & bar
The lodge’s restaurant serves local African dishes and international delicacies in large carte menus and buffets. Meals are prepared by professional chefs and special dietary requirements are considered and attended to upon informing the lodge ‘s management.
Heritage Safari Lodge has an on-site bar which offers all sorts of beverages including both alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks. Drinks can be enjoyed in the formal bar environment or in the cosy lounge. The lounge has an authentic African touch. The intricate patterns and designs make you conscious of being locked away in an African jungle.
Craft shop
Uganda is a country with a wealth of traditions and culture which finds expression in a variety of crafts and hand weaved arts. The lodge’s craft shop is the place to purchase any of the outstandingly elegant yet locally made crafts to remind you of your safari tour to some of Uganda’s notable attractions.
Solar power supply
Heritage Safari Lodge uses solar electricity for light in all its facilities. Guests use the power outlets set at the reception to charge their phones and other electronic devices. Power shortages are a rare occurrence and in the instance of a blackout, all rooms are provided with strong torch lights and hurricane lanterns.
Running water
The lodge has a supply of running water in all its facilities including both hot and cold water in the ensuite bathrooms. Guests can have a warm water bath whenever they want – a priceless treat on the normally cold and misty mornings.
Other amenities
- Sun terrace
- Free Wi-Fi available in all areas
- Free parking space
- Laundry and dry cleaning services
- 24/7 security
Heritage Safari Lodge Activities
- Bird watching tours
- Sport fishing
- Bike riding
- Whitewater rafting
- Game drives in Murchison Falls National Park
- Hiking to the top of the Murchison Falls