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    Papaya Lake Lodge

    Fort Portal, Uganda

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    Overview

    Papaya Lake Lodge is magnificent in all its ways. Surrounded by the lush, evergreen landscapes of the Ugandan Great Crater Lakes region and set between two extinct volcanoes, Papaya Lake Lodge is effortlessly nestled against the turquoise waters of the Lyantonde and Kifuruka lakes, boasting exhilarating views over the majestic Rwenzori Mountain Range.

    Papaya Lake Lodge boasts nine luxurious cottages, a restaurant and a beautiful swimming pool with a scenic terrace. This exquisite destination was established with great passion, appreciation for local culture and attention to detail, all the things that make life worth living.

    These nine spacious and bright cottages are situated on the extinct volcano crater’s slope and boast stunning views of Lyantonde Lake. Each cottage offers complete privacy, hidden from view by a natural screen of green treetops. Papaya Lake Lodge is solar-run, offering an eco-friendly space from which to explore Uganda in all its greatness.

    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. For more details, please contact us.

    We understand that Uganda is a bucket list destination, similar to Rwanda, but they each offer a completely different experience. Embrace the breath-taking views of 9 crater lakes in the area or visit the local communities and several scenic viewpoints. A unique offering when staying at Papaya Lake Lodge is the Boda Boda Adventure. This motorcycle activity includes a visit to 12 Crater Lakes, sightseeing with panoramic views, motorcycling through farmland with a variety of African food crops, and a visit to the lava pipe (called “Mwitampungu” which means “a place that kills eagles”). For bird enthusiasts, the lodge offers a birding tour in the local bushlands and around the lakes and swamps. Other activities include a trip to the Rwenzori Mountains Hotspring and Mini Hike Tour

     

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    Reserve
    • Name
      Fort Portal, Uganda
    • Size
      76,600 hectares
    Children

    All ages welcome

    Fast Facts
    • Camp Unfenced
    • Child Friendly
    • Eco-Friendly
    • Fireplace
    • Limited Cellphone Signal
    • Malaria area
    • Pool
    • Wi-Fi
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    • Uganda
    Why We Love It
    • Papaya Lake Lodge is perfectly situated and surrounded by the lush, evergreen landscapes of the Ugandan Great Crater Lakes region
    • Apart from engaging in some of the most exciting Chimpanzee Trekking activities guests can experience Ugandan culture in a memorable way with an array of activities
    • The lodge is set on elevated platforms providing magnificent views of some of Uganda's treasured landscapes such as the Great Crater and the Rwenzori Mountains
    • Each moment spent at Papaya Lake Lodge allows one to completely escape the troubles of everyday life - experience a world of unique cuisine, beautiful landscapes and adventurous birding activities
    • Papaya Lake Lodge owes its unique character to the owners’ sophisticated blend of Africa’s heritage and modern eco-luxury
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    Details
    • 8 Cottages

      1 Family Cottage

    • Setting: Surrounded by the lush, evergreen landscapes of the Ugandan Great Crater Lakes region
    Activities
    • Chimpanzee Trekking
    • Community Tours
    • Birding
    • Crater Lakes Tour
    • Boda Boda Tour (Motorcycle Adventure)
    • Hiking
    • Swimming in the crater lake
    Children

    All ages welcome

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    Closest Airport

    Entebbe International Airport

    Drive Time

    5-hour drive from Entebbe International Airport

    32 minute drive to Kibale National Park

    8-hour drive to Bwindi National Park

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    Reserve
    • Name
      Fort Portal, Uganda
    • Size
      76,600 hectares
    Location
    • PAPAYA LAKE LODGE, Fort Portal, Uganda

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    Terms and Conditions
    • All rates quoted are per person per night sharing
    • Please chat to one of our Game Lodge experts for the single accommodation & child rates
    • A number of our rates quoted are based on specials for SADC Residents
    • All rates quoted are based on a minimum stay of two nights
    • Any applicable Conservation Levies & Park Fees will be quoted as an additional amount and are subject to change
    • When we specify ‘Off Road’, this applies to Big 5 sightings only
    • Please note, childminding is generally at an additional cost
    Children

    All ages welcome

    Important Notes
    • Children under the age of 15 years old are not permitted on Gorilla Trekking activities

    COVID Testing

    • The below information changes on an ongoing basis.  Please ensure updated COVID testing requirements are discussed with your Travel Consultant.
    • All guests travelling to Uganda must present proof of a negative COVID-19 PCR test performed not more than 72-hours before your arrival time in Uganda.  This includes people that have been vaccinated.
    • Please ensure you travel with the original printed copy.
    • Please discuss with us the rulings for young children.
    • Please note the 72-hour validity of PCR tests starts from the time of swabbing.
    • At the point of entry into Uganda, all travellers, including children, will be required to undergo an additional, COVID-19 PCR at a cost of USD 30 per test to gain entry.
    • These tests can be prebooked and paid for online prior to your arrival.
    • You will then be required to isolate in a hotel in Entebbe until you have received your test results.
    • If screening shows COVID-19 symptoms, travellers will need to retest and quarantine / isolate.
    • Prior to leaving Uganda and returning home or to another destination, you will require another negative COVID-19 PCR test performed not more than 48 to 72-hours before your arrival time in your next destination.  The timing will change depending on your destination.
    • This testing can be done at your Lodge or Hotel at an additional cost.

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