RASHFORD Guest house - Kibale National Park
RASHFORD Guest house is a guesthouse near Kibale National Park.
- Location
- Kibale National Park, Western Rift Valley & Crater Lakes, Uganda, East Africa
- Coordinates
- 0.175084, 30.452942
- Activities
- guesthouse
PlnrScore: 20/100
Wildlife Near This Lodge
77 species observed within 20 km, 12 mammals, 28 birds.
- Ashy Red Colobus (Mammalia, 30 observations)
- Great Blue Turaco (Aves, 4 observations)
- Red-tailed Monkey (Mammalia, 4 observations)
- tree calliandra (Plantae, 3 observations)
- L'Hoest's Monkey (Mammalia, 3 observations)
- Mantled Guereza (Mammalia, 3 observations)
- Vieillot's Black Weaver (Aves, 2 observations)
- Black-headed Weaver (Aves, 2 observations)
- Jameson's Mamba (Reptilia, 2 observations)
- Montane side-striped chameleon (Reptilia, 2 observations)
Best Time to Visit RASHFORD Guest house
The best months to visit RASHFORD Guest house are January, February, June, based on temperature, rainfall, weather conditions, and wildlife viewing opportunities.
Month-by-Month Safari Conditions
- January: Great, temperature 21.28°C, rainfall 34.7mm, sunshine 10.7 hrs, humidity 64.7%
- February: Great, temperature 22.28°C, rainfall 27.2mm, sunshine 10.4 hrs, humidity 61.5%
- March: Good, temperature 21.58°C, rainfall 126.8mm, sunshine 10.4 hrs, humidity 72.3%
- April: Good, temperature 20.68°C, rainfall 160.9mm, sunshine 10.2 hrs, humidity 80.3%
- May: Good, temperature 21.04°C, rainfall 117.7mm, sunshine 10.9 hrs, humidity 76.8%
- June: Great, temperature 21.29°C, rainfall 46.1mm, sunshine 11.1 hrs, humidity 66.3%
- July: Great, temperature 21.34°C, rainfall 42.3mm, sunshine 10.4 hrs, humidity 62.8%
- August: Good, temperature 20.69°C, rainfall 93.1mm, sunshine 10.7 hrs, humidity 72.1%
- September: Good, temperature 19.99°C, rainfall 157.5mm, sunshine 10.6 hrs, humidity 80%
- October: Good, temperature 20.02°C, rainfall 169mm, sunshine 10.3 hrs, humidity 80.9%
- November: Good, temperature 19.46°C, rainfall 203.3mm, sunshine 9.7 hrs, humidity 84.8%
- December: Good, temperature 20.15°C, rainfall 85.7mm, sunshine 10.9 hrs, humidity 76.7%
Frequently Asked Questions
How close is RASHFORD Guest house to Kibale National Park, and what are the main activities I can arrange from there?
RASHFORD Guest house is conveniently located just a short drive from Kibale National Park's main entrance, making it an ideal base. Guests primarily use it for arranging chimpanzee trekking, which is the park's signature activity, and can also organize forest walks or birdwatching tours through the guesthouse or local operators.
When is the best time of year to stay at RASHFORD Guest house for optimal chimpanzee trekking in Kibale?
The best time to visit RASHFORD Guest house for chimpanzee trekking in Kibale National Park is during Uganda's dry seasons, from June to September and December to February. During these months, the trails are generally drier and easier to navigate, offering better trekking conditions and clearer forest paths.
What kind of amenities and services can I expect at RASHFORD Guest house, given it's a guesthouse near a national park?
RASHFORD Guest house provides comfortable, clean accommodation suitable for travelers exploring Kibale National Park, focusing on essential comforts. You can typically expect private rooms, en-suite bathrooms, and often a restaurant serving local and international cuisine, along with assistance in arranging park activities and local transport.
Is RASHFORD Guest house a budget-friendly option for visiting Kibale National Park, and how should I book my stay?
As a guesthouse, RASHFORD generally offers a more budget-friendly accommodation option compared to larger safari lodges in the Kibale area, making it ideal for cost-conscious travelers. It's advisable to book your stay in advance, especially during peak trekking seasons, either directly with the guesthouse or through a reputable Ugandan tour operator.
What is the general safety like around RASHFORD Guest house and the local community near Kibale National Park?
The area around RASHFORD Guest house and Kibale National Park is generally considered safe for tourists, with local communities accustomed to visitors. While serious incidents are rare, it's always wise to take standard travel precautions, such as not walking alone at night and keeping valuables secure within your accommodation.
Other Safari Lodges in Kibale National Park
- Afritastic Planet Ruigo
- Budget Lodge
- Chimpanzee Forest
- Chimpanzee forest lodge and camp
- Chimps' Nest
- Christian Guesthouse
- Continental
- CVK Hostel
- CVK Resort Camping
- CVK Resort Camping (secondary site)
- Down Valley
- Enfuzi Community Campsite
- Gardens of Eden
- Hill top guest house
- Hilltop Tours Hotel
- Hornbill Cave Campground
- Host
- Hotel safari nkingo
- Kakuru Guesthouse
- Kibale Forest Camp
- kibale guest cottage
- Lake lyantonde campsite & lodge
- Lake Nkuruba Nature Reserve & Community Campsite
- Lake Nyamirima Cottages
- Leisure Take Guest House
- Leshego
- Mid Hill
- Mountains of the Moon Hotel & Resort
- Ndali Lodge
- Nsigo Farm
- Papaya Lodge
- Primate Lodge Kibale
- Rweetera Safari Park
- Rwimi
- Sky Mansion Boma
- Sky Ways Mansion Boma
- smart lodge
- Star L guest house
- Tabebuia Spa and Safari Resort
- Taberu
- Tabes Resthouse
- Tabes Rest House
- Tinka's Homestay
- Top of the world
- Turaco Treetops
- UWA camp
- Visitours
- Whispering Palms Campsite
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