PRIMATE LODGE

Looking for the best lodge that offers total comfort while you are in the dense African jungle? Ever heard about Primate Lodge? If Kibale Forest National Park is your dream safari destination then consider primate lodge a must for your overnight stay and you will certainly appreciate the comfort thereafter. This lodge serves best for visitors to experience the world famous Ugandan hospitality just within the centre of untouched nature, sceneries and serenity of Kibale Forest National Park. Primate Lodge lies closely to Kanyanchu Visitor Center, Kibale Forest National Park the most popular capital of primates in the world. The park itself boosts of more than 13 distinct primates and several other mammal species, birds, butterflies, that all thrive within this remarkable primate destination. If you are planning to go for chimpanzee adventures in Kibale Forest National Park, the Primate Lodge is conveniently situated within a foot step from the visitor centre. This Eco-lodge offers wide range of accommodation for all travelers on Uganda safari right from luxury, cottages to tents.

About 8 Luxury safari tents are available at the lodge, wooden platform with thatch roof which are also environmentally friendly. The verandahs on every tent provide the most stunning views of the enclosed forest.  Inside of the Lodge features a design of African style with nice beds, bathrooms and toilets.

PRIMATE LODGE

Forest cottage

Primate Lodge features 7 (seven) friendly cottages all of which are situated within the jungles. The rooms are large with double beds, sitting room with an African design and standard en-suite bathrooms and toilets.

Sky Tree House

For adventure enthusiasts, there is also Sky Tree House approximately 500 meters inside the forest. This offers you opportunity to chill on top of the huge tree, elevated about 10 meters above the ground over viewing an elephant meadow, as well as the best views of the forest canopy and above all, catch a glimpse at the roaming black and white colobus monkeys, blue monkeys, red tailed monkeys, forest elephants and sometimes chimpanzees. The house features one bedroom and fitted with a single size bunk bed offering comfortable sleeping for 2 people on different bed. Visitors can first dine and refresh in the main lodge dining room and they can be escorted to and fro the Tree House prior dusk and after day break. There is also a nearby campsite and take away restaurant for visitor convenience however, you are required to come with your own camping equipment.

SKY TREE HOUSE

The other additional amenities at Primate Lodge comprise of luxurious dinning terrace, fully stocked bar, complimentary room service, laundry service and free Wi-Fi.

Lounge Area

There is also a lounge area, well furnished with comfortable large chairs, sofas and soft cushion that are suitable for one to relax out in the jungles with several primates as they play in tree branches.

Power supply

Primate Lodge is fully equipped with solar powered electricity and given the kind of environment, the solar system may not charge as required.

As per 2017, the cost of rooms at Primate Lodge includes; The Luxury cottages cost-$300 for double occupancy, during peak season and $180 during the low season. Single occupancy cost $425 (peak season) and $225 (low season) while the extra bed cost $206 (peak season) and $124 (low season). The standard cottages- double occupancy $128-half board, $148 full board (peak season); $84 half board and $99 full board (low season). Single occupancy $189 half board and $204 full board (peak season); $120 half board, $135 full board-(low season). Extra bed $122 half board and $137 full board-(peak season); $80 half board and $95 full board (low season). Note that these prices aren’t the same throughout a fact that they be changed with time!

In conclusion, Primate Lodge is a luxury facility that you should consider spending your overnight stay while on primate safaris in Kibale Forest National Park. A night at this lodge rewards visitors with the most comfortable and unforgettable experiences of lifetime. Enjoy your comfort in the primate capital of the world!