BAKER'S LODGE

Welcome to

Baker's Lodge

Opened in 2015, Baker’s Lodge boasts ten

beautifully appointed safari suites on raised

decks, set along the southern bank of the

mighty Nile River. Named after the English

explorer Samuel Baker – the first European to

view the falls and name it – the lodge

rests amongst large shady trees and wetland

areas.

Getting to Baker's Lodge

5 - 6 hour drive from Uganda's capital

Kampala

6 - 7 hour drive from Entebbe

10 hour drive from Kibale

Scheduled and charter flights to Pakuba,

Chobe and Bugungu airstrips

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Arrive in style: Plan your visit and arrive by

the road at the top of the Falls, hike down and

then hop aboard a boat, arriving at the lodge’s

private jetty, where our friendly staff will be

waiting to warmly welcome you.

An oasis on the banks of

the Nile

Baker’s Lodge is a tranquil retreat where

guests enjoy an abundance of bird life

along the water’s edge and a place where

hippos and elephants are regular visitors.

With a thatched central lounge, dining and

bar area, this eco-friendly lodge offers an

‘Africa of olde’ feel. Outside dining of

multi course meals served by attentive

staff is a real treat.

Beat the African heat

Cool off in the refreshing swimming pool,

lounge with a book under shady trees as

the river flows gently by, and round the

day off with a sundowner or two. The

sunsets here are truly magical.

We recommend a stay of 3 – 5 nights to

fully unwind and appreciate this slice of

paradise. Not to mention this will give you

the time you need to explore Murchison

Falls National Park and its surrounding

areas.

Relaxed riverside dining

Your room with a viewEach of the thatched safari suites is

raised from the ground on supporting

pillars with its own deck overlooking

the river.

You may well spot our resident hippo

pod wallowing in the shallows just

steps from your room, which are

spaced  far apart allowing ultimate

guest privacy.

Rest easy by the NileYour large, airy safari suite is fan

cooled, with netted windows,

customised wooden furniture, hanging

mosquito nets and specially selected

locally crafted accessories.

The luxurious en-suite bathrooms

offer solar heated showers, with some

cottages also having bathtubs.

Savour the vistas

River cruises and safarisWe operate a modern fleet of boats from

our base in Murchison Falls. Our boat

safaris can be done on a scheduled or

private basis.

A cruise to the head of Fajao Gorge at

the base of Murchison Falls is the

perfect way to witness the full power

and splendour of the falls.

Bottom of the falls cruise

Nile Delta cruise

This leisurely cruise down to Lake

Albert offers the opportunity to spot

elephant, hippo and large Nile

crocodiles. The delta is home to rare

wetland birds including the elusive

shoebill.

Sunrise or sunset cruise

Watch the river awaken on an early

morning cruise or bring your day to a

close by savouring splendid sunsets on

the Nile. Enjoy your morning cruise

with the option of freshly brewed

coffee and home-style cooked

breakfast. Sundowners and a selection

of snacks available on sunset cruises.

Fishing safarisAt Baker's Lodge we offer one of the best

fishing charter services in the region.

Since 1997 when we launched our first

boat in Uganda, we have hosted many

anglers from all over the world

including Jeremy Wade (host of 'River

Monsters') and Zeb Hogan (host of

'Monster Fish' on NatGeo TV). Cast a

line and wait in anticipation to catch

the iconic Nile perch, catfish or tiger

fish.

We operate on a strict catch and release

policy. Fishing is generally conducted

from the rocks on the riverbanks below

the falls, or slightly downstream in the

pools from a boat.

Fishing can be done all year round, but

the drier months produce better fishing

results (Dec - Mar and Jun – Oct)

Explore Murchison Falls and its surroundsOther activities from Baker's Lodge include:

Chimpanzee trekking

Budongo Forest is located 60 - 90

minutes drive from Baker’s Lodge just

outside Murchison Falls National Park.

Home to a  community of around 90

wild, yet habituated Chimpanzees.

Minimum trekking age is 15 years.

Budongo Forest walk

Embark on walk through tropical

rainforest with an experienced guide,

with ample opportunities for bird and

small primate watching.

Game drives

Cross on the local ferry from Baker’s

Lodge to the northern section of MFNP for

abundant game viewing opportunities.

Delicious morning coffee is served down

by Lake Albert on our sunrise drives. 

Top of the falls walk

Follow the trail running down the side

of the gorge, and catch outstanding

views of the main falls, as well as the

second “Independence” falls.

Incredible, rare sightings

Life abounds along the Nile...With Africa's longest river at the doorstep of

Baker's Lodge, life abounds along the Nile's

banks, as well as within Murchison Falls

National Park.

 

Murchison Falls NP is Uganda's largest national park and together

with adjoining wildlife reserves it covers 50,000 square kilometers.

It’s a beautiful park with vast plains and wooded areas, bordering

Lake Albert. Game viewing is abundant with huge elephant, buffalo,

giraffe and Ugandan kob herds, while leopard and lions may also be

spotted.

The Nile has created a vast network of channels and swamps for

wildlife to thrive in and the river offers spectacular opportunities

for bird watchers, with vibrant Bee-eaters nesting in the cliffs along

the river's bank.  If you are lucky, you may well spot the prehistoric

looking shoebill.

Guest corner

"The lodge was great but it was the staff that

made our stay exceptional"

"The bird life literally on our doorstep was a real

highlight"

"The best place from which to explore Murchison

Falls"

"There was so much to do I wish I had stayed

longer"

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