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Sambiya Lodge, Murchison Falls | Timbuktu Travel
Murchison Falls

Sambiya Lodge

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About Sambiya Lodge

Simply wonderful
Simple and uncomplicated. Two words that aren’t often associated with safari lodges but when they’re done right, are just perfect. And that’s exactly what Sambiya is. A combination of stone cottages and thatched bandas, the lodge is unhurried, uber-friendly and the most fantastic base to explore Murchison Falls National Park. It’s all about the activities and with game drives, chimpanzee trekking, walking safaris, fishing trips and leisurely boat cruises, there’s plenty to choose from to make the most of this beautiful corner of Uganda.
Murchison Falls , Uganda
From $150 per person/per night
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46 Rooms
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The property

In the heart of camp, the main lounge and bar is a high-ceilinged thatch-and-stone building, scattered with comfy armchairs and sturdy wooden tables scattered. Added touches are a fireplace to ward off the chill on wintery Ugandan evenings and swimming pool to do the opposite outside! Cold drinks are served all day from the bar and in the evening, floodlights at the river in front of camp allow for excellent night game watching.

The rooms

Dotted around the pretty gardens and surrounded by blooming trees and grassy knolls, the rooms at Sambiya are shady, cool and quiet. There are 20 stone cottages in total and all are spaced far enough apart from their neighbours for maximum privacy – particularly useful when sitting outside on the quaint verandas. Inside, double beds and mozzie nets are the features of the bedrooms and the ensuites are practical and sensible with (very welcome!) solar-heated showers.

Activities

There’s definitely no shortage of activities at Sambiya! If you don’t do anything else, make time for a boat trip down the Nile and a hike to the top of the Falls – the view is fabulous. If hiking isn’t your thing, drives to the top are also available, with a spot wildlife-watching along the way. Traditional game drives in the park leave straight from the lodge twice a day, as do walking safaris. Chimpanzee treks are also a firm favourite and only a 45 minute drive away from the lodge in nearby Kaniyo Pabidi forest.
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How to book Sambiya Lodge

How do I book Sambiya Lodge?

Sambiya Lodge can be booked with Timbuktu as part of a tailor-made Uganda trip, rather than as a standalone room reservation. Start online, customising one of our recommended Uganda trips featuring Sambiya Lodge or get advice and suggestions from one of our Uganda specialists who will design the trip around your dates, check availability and handle every booking for you.

How much does it cost to stay at Sambiya Lodge?

Stays at Sambiya Lodge start from around $150 per person per night as part of a tailor-made trip. The exact price depends on your travel dates, room type and the shape of the rest of your itinerary. A Timbuktu travel specialist can give you an accurate quote for your dates.

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Uganda

Murchison Falls National Park

Cruise the Nile, admire the powerful Murchison Falls, and wildlife-watch in this impressive park.