Murchison River Lodge in Murchison Falls, Murchison Falls: Hours, Facilities and Family Guide
Parks, beaches and nature in Murchison Falls, Murchison Falls
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A riverside family lodge inside Murchison Falls National Park with a swimming pool, shaded baby pool, kids' lounge, sandpit, swings, toys and babysitting.
What is Murchison River Lodge?
Murchison River Lodge sits on the bank of the Nile inside Murchison Falls National Park, overlooking Uganda's largest national park. It is a mid-range lodge built around family travel rather than luxury: thatched safari tents and cottages are arranged in the gardens, and the family facilities are unusually complete for a safari lodge. There is a swimming pool with a shaded baby pool, a kids' lounge with toys and books, a sandpit, swings, highchairs, a children's menu and a babysitting service. The pool terrace looks over the Nile, and the lodge arranges game drives and boat safaris into the park. Cottages sleep two adults and up to four children, with a double bed on a mezzanine and singles downstairs.
The lodge sits inside the national park and arranges guided game drives and boat safaris with park rangers.
💡 Money-saving tips for families
- Book the family cottage It sleeps two adults and up to four children
- Use the babysitting It makes early game drives possible
- Bring swimwear The pool and baby pool are the family draw
Is it right for your child's age?
| Age group | Verdict | What to expect |
|---|---|---|
| 0-2 years | Good | Shaded baby pool and sandpit |
| 3-5 years | Great | Baby pool, swings and toys |
| 6-9 years | Great | Pool and kids' lounge |
| 10-12 years | Great | Pool and game drives |
| 13+ years | Great | Full safari programme |
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Key details
- Price
- Entry from UGX 130,165
- Address
- Murchison River Lodge, on the Nile inside Murchison Falls National Park, Masindi District, Murchison Falls
- Opening hours
- Lodge open daily; check-in from 14:00, check-out by 10:00 Closed now
- How long to plan
- Two to three nights
- Suitable ages
- All ages
- Setting
- Outdoor
- Booking
- Book ahead, especially in peak season
- Payment accepted
- Card and mobile money at reception
What to expect when you visit
Check in at the main lodge, then settle into a thatched tent or cottage. The pool, baby pool and kids' lounge are close to the restaurant, so parents can watch children while eating. Game drives and boat safaris are arranged at reception, and the babysitting service lets parents take an early drive.
What if...?
The questions every parent asks before booking. Tap to expand.
Is there a baby pool?
Yes, a shaded baby pool beside the main pool.
Can we get babysitting?
Yes, charged separately and arranged in advance.
How far is the lodge from the falls?
Inside the park, a short drive from the top of the falls.
Family essentials
- Suitable age bands
- 0–2 years
- 3–5 years
- 6–9 years
- 10–12 years
- 13+ years
- Safety notes
Supervise children in both pools, keep them away from the Nile bank, and follow the ranger on game drives and boat safaris.
Tickets and costs
- Adult entry: non-resident
- UGX 130
- Toddler entry (0 if free)
- Free
- Ages that pay the child rate
- 1-12
- Ticket notes
Thatched safari tents from USD 130 per person and cottages from USD 165 per person, full board, including all meals and afternoon tea. Children aged 1–12 have a reduced rate; cots and extra beds are available. Babysitting is charged separately.
- Parking
- Free
- Free entry rules
- No
- Extra costs (activities, rentals, food)
Swimming pool, shaded baby pool, kids' lounge, sandpit, swings, toys, babysitting, children's menu, game drives, boat safaris
- Food and drink per person (estimate)
- Free
- Return transport (estimate, flat)
- Free
- Transport estimate note
- Bus to Masindi, then a taxi to the lodge
Plan your visit
- Combine with
- Murchison Falls National Park
- Sambiya River Lodge
- Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
- What to bring
- Swimwear
- closed shoes
- insect repellent
- binoculars
- light jacket
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Frequently asked questions
- What are the Murchison River Lodge opening hours?
- Lodge open daily; check-in from 14:00, check-out by 10:00.
- How long do you need at Murchison River Lodge?
- Plan for Two to three nights.
- What payment methods does Murchison River Lodge accept?
- Murchison River Lodge accepts Card and mobile money at reception. It does not accept cash.
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