Safari Lodge
    Katwe Bird Sanctuary, Uganda
    944m
    PlnrScore 40

    Hippo Hill Safari Lodge

    Hippo Hill Safari Lodge is a hotel near Katwe Bird Sanctuary. 3-star rated.

    Score
    40
    Species
    496

    Location

    Latitude

    -0.136901

    Longitude

    29.893156

    Elevation

    944m

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    Hippo Hill Safari Lodge in Katwe Bird Sanctuary

    Activities

    hotel

    Nearest Airport

    Mweya Airport

    HUMW
    7 km away

    Nearest International Airport

    Goma International Airport

    GOM
    185 km away

    496

    Total Species

    44

    Mammals

    302

    Birds

    Most Observed Species

    African Fish-Eagle
    242 obs
    African Savanna Elephant
    230 obs
    Common Hippopotamus
    225 obs
    African Buffalo
    218 obs
    Pied Kingfisher
    202 obs
    Yellow-billed Stork
    186 obs
    Nile Crocodile
    186 obs
    Nile Monitor
    172 obs
    Kob
    170 obs
    Common Warthog
    147 obs
    More details
    MonthJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
    High29.3°30.5°29.7°28.7°28.4°28.8°29.6°29.4°28.6°28.7°27.5°28.4°
    Low20.3°21.1°21°20.6°20.8°20.3°20.4°20.6°20.2°20.5°20.2°20.3°
    Rain
    14
    17
    82
    130
    139
    30
    22
    69
    104
    107
    103
    45
    Humidity66%63%69%75%75%66%59%66%73%73%77%73%
    Planning & reference

    Chambura Wildlife Reserve

    Chambura Wildlife Reserve is a protected area in Uganda.

    Kabwoya Wildlife Reserve

    Kabwoya Wildlife Reserve is a protected area in Uganda.

    Katonga Proposed National Park

    A wetland reserve characterized by papyrus swamps and riverine forests along the Katonga River, this reserve is known for its semi-aquatic sitatunga antelope. It offers a different safari experience, often explored by canoe or on foot, with opportunities to see otters, waterbucks, and a variety of birds.

    Kibale National Park

    Known as the 'Primate Capital of the World,' Kibale boasts the highest concentration and diversity of primates in East Africa, most notably chimpanzees. Visitors come for world-class chimpanzee trekking and habituation experiences, alongside sightings of red colobus, L'Hoest's monkeys, and a rich birdlife within its moist evergreen forest.

    Mubuku Central Forest Reserve

    Mubuku Central Forest Reserve is a protected area in Uganda.

    Queen Elizabeth National Park

    Uganda's most popular savannah park, Queen Elizabeth is famous for its tree-climbing lions in the Ishasha sector, the Kazinga Channel with its abundant hippos and birds, and a wide array of wildlife including elephants, buffalo, leopards, and various antelope species. The diverse ecosystems range from sprawling savannah to humid forests and volcanic craters.

    Rwenzori Mountains National Park

    A UNESCO World Heritage Site, this park protects the legendary 'Mountains of the Moon,' Africa's highest mountain range. While not a traditional wildlife safari destination, it's a premier trekking and mountaineering site, offering stunning alpine landscapes, unique Afro-alpine vegetation, and opportunities to spot rare forest elephants and chimpanzees at lower altitudes.

    Semliki National Park

    Located in the western Rift Valley, Semliki is Uganda's only lowland tropical rainforest, extending from the Congo's Ituri Forest. It's a birder's paradise, boasting over 400 bird species, many of which are Central African forest dwellers. It also features hot springs and a diverse primate population, including chimpanzees and various monkeys.

    Toro-Semliki Proposed National Park

    Adjacent to Semliki National Park, this reserve offers a mix of savannah and forest habitats, providing a bridge for wildlife between the park and the Congo. It's a good spot for viewing forest elephants, buffalo, and various antelope species, and is particularly rich in birdlife, including several rare species.

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    Important health and safety information for Uganda