Previously known as the Toro Game Reserve, Semliki Wildlife Reserve is the oldest protected area in Uganda. It is unique, gifted with geographic barriers that have formed a natural haven for wildlife. The main lodge is perched on a hill overlooking the riverine valley with the Rwenzori Mountains in the distance.
A large dining area, plush seating with stunning views, and unique traditional art are the main features of Semliki Safari Lodge. There is also a patio bar and a swimming pool area that includes a breezy shaded lounge and superb forest views, perfect for passing a lazy afternoon.
Guests will be pampered by our staff while enjoying the sounds of the forest in a most tranquil environment. (WiFi is only accessible in our main lodge area).
Fauna and Flora at Semliki Safari Lodge
Birding
Semliki Safari Lodge is a bird-lover’s paradise with over 425 species.
Mammals
Elephant (forest and savannah elephants coexist in the reserve and produce offspring), Uganda kob, Defassa waterbuck, buffalo, leopard, genet cat, chimpanzee, black and white colobus monkey, vervet monkey, warthog, giant forest hog and more.
Special bird and wildlife attractions
Shoebills are regularly seen on boat trips on Lake Albert.
There is a ‘dry habitat’ chimpanzee community living in the forest and guests can interact with the chimpanzee researchers. A Primate Walk, adjacent to Semliki Safari Lodge can be booked with Uganda Wildlife Authority.
Read what guests say about Semliki Safari Lodge on TripAdvisor
philipncl March 2020
“Great location deep in the Wildlife Reserve with excellent serivce, good food, and luxury tent accommodation. Our tented accommodation (under a proper roof and with full bathroom and outdoor bath) had a substantial and very private terrace overlooking the trees (monkeys, birds, one elephant) down to the river. Wonderful ambiance. Staff were excellent and food good. Two local game drives are easy (one ‘Sunset’ also for sundowners), and boat trips on Lake Albert (either birds notably Shoebill – we found two) or the waterfall easily arranged. The drive down to the bottom of the Rift Valley to reach Semliki from Fort Portal has a spectacular 10 km section (well surfaced).”
Accessibility
Semliki Safari Lodge is 375 km west of Kampala (5.5 hour drive) and 1.5 hours from Fort Portal. Semliki Airstrip is a few minutes drive from the lodge.
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