Kyaninga Lodge

An Englishman's vision, a fairytale lodge and a lake as blue as cobalt.

Rustic meets modern at this unique lodge.The lake itself is the prime attraction, but there are loads of wildlife and outdoor adventures on its doorstep.

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About Kyaninga Lodge

In the local Rutoro language, Kyaninga means 'to spoil or pamper' someone. It's an apt name for this charming lodge, the realisation of a dream by Englishman Steve Williams, who first saw the lake on a journey to visit Uganda's gorillas. The setting is stunning, from the rainforest-edged Lake Kyaninga to the distant Mountains of the Moon. Here, you're on the rim of an ancient, and thankfully extinct, volcano. Your accommodation is a true luxury lodge, built of more than 1000 hand-carved logs, with first-class furnishings, good food and the Rift Valley nearby.

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From $420 person/night

Lodge

8 Rooms

Kibale, Uganda

What you'll love

The views are absolutely glorious, as is a dip in the bluer-than-blue lake – the water is even warmer than the lodge's swimming pool.

Insiders tip

Go for a walk along the crater rim around the lake, a round trip of about 90 minutes. The ground is a little uneven, but the views of the lake and rolling hills are unforgettable.

Something to think about

The lodge's elevated structure and surrounding terrain involve numerous steps and slightly lumpy paths, which could be challenging for some.

The property

As you crest the hill approaching the lodge, the main building, with its unusual design, is immediately apparent. Inside, inviting seating areas are arranged around a double-sided fireplace, and the restaurant has stunning views. Kyaninga's kitchen staff have been trained by an international chef, and the food is a truly delicious combination of European and local cuisine. Two raised galleries offer private views and, outside, the pool is reached via steps from two decks. Wi-Fi is available.

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The rooms

Linked to the main building via a raised wooden walkway are eight cottages, built on platforms and set apart to offer privacy. Each cottage is spacious, furnished with deeply comfortable beds and good linens and an en-suite bathroom with luxurious fittings, including a freestanding bath, shower and plenty of solar-heated hot water. An indoor sitting area leads out to a private deck overlooking the lake and the Mountains of the Moon. There's an electrical socket to charge your electronic appliances.

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Activities

Gorillas and Chimps

Cultural

Walking safari

Bush Walks

Swim in the lake or visit Kibale National Park, less than an hour away and one of Africa’s premier destinations for chimpanzee-tracking tours. (Look out for rare red colobus and L’Hoest monkeys too.) Some 300 species of birds live in the park's rainforest, and you may be lucky enough to see rare forest elephant, giant forest hog, and even leopard. The lodge is closely involved with the local communities, from whom the staff is employed and wooden furniture is commissioned.

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About Kibale Forest National Park

Kibale

The ultimate chimp chill-out and home to no less than 13 species of other primates.

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