Ndali Lodge

Overview of Ndali Lodge

Uganda, Kibale Forest

Ndali is a rustic and intimate lodge perched on the rim of an extinct volcano which, since its demise, has filled with water over centuries to become the vast Lake Nyinambuga in the Bunyaruguru Crater Field in Uganda.

The lodge prides itself on its informal, homely atmosphere which is enhanced by the staff who come from local farms and villages and are professionally trained by the lodge.

There are many activities on offer at the lodge and Ndali provides local guides for walks around the thousand-acre farm and to the Mahoma Waterfall, with the opportunity of spotting a large variety of birds, butterflies and primates along the way. There is also a two-person inflatable kayak available for excursions.

Highlights & Activities

What's on offer whilst on this itinerary?
  • Informal, homely atmosphere with solar power
  • Lovely views overlooking the lake
  • Birding and guided walks to the waterfall
  • Cool off in the swimming pool
  • Enjoy freshly squeezed juices and homemade breads with wild Ugandan honey

Bird watching

Day tours

Guided walks

Historical tours

Rooms at Ndali Lodge

Unwind and relax, in your own private luxury
  • The cosy bedrooms have a welcoming atmosphere.

Standard Cottage

Ndali’s eight individual cottages, all of which offer panoramic views of the Rwenzori Mountains and Queen Elizabeth National Park, are built of local stone and thatch and are lit by solar energy.rnrnEach cottage, large enough to accommodate a family, has en suite bathroom facilities. The honeymoon cottage has a a larger bathtub with a connected shower.rnrnAll cottages have private verandas, so at the end of the day you can watch the sun setting behind the snow-capped Rwenzori mountains.

General Facilities

The sitting room, reception and dining room open out onto views of the lake and comprise three thatched cottages connected by two open passageways, which fruit bats, owls and frogs also like to use as a highway to the crater lake! Relax in the double-volume sitting room decorated with comfortable wicker chairs, or out on the terrace taking in the marvelous views.

On sunny days, recline next to Ndali Lodge's swimming pool and enjoy the endless views.

Bar

Swimming pool

Dining

A full English breakfast is served on the veranda overlooking the lake, where you can enjoy freshly squeezed passion fruit juice and homemade bread with wild honey.

In the evening, dinner is served by candlelight, as Ndali Lodge has no electricity to detract from the natural forest atmosphere.

Expert Opinion

We know because we go
Emma Hill

Emma Hill

Africa Safari Expert

This lodge is a home away from home, the staff will make you feel part of the family and there are even a pair of dogs to welcome you. The views will take your breath away and candlelit dinners add to the ambience.

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Traveller Reviews

  • R
    Rikke
    employee

    Lovely lodge with a very homely, English countryside, feel to it – including several, friendly dogs. The views are stunning and there are lots of activities on offer so you can easily spend three nights so you have time to enjoy some of the lodge activities as well as go chimpanzee trekking in Kibale during your stay.

  • BC
    Bonita Cronje
    employee

    This lodge is a home away from home, the staff will make you feel part of the family and there are even a pair of dogs to welcome you. The views will take your breath away and candlelit dinners add to the ambience.

  • PC
    Patrick Child
    traveler

    A very good place to stop.

  • PO
    Peg O'Neill
    traveler

    The view was wonderful. The food was some of the best that we had anywhere. I loved the dogs on the premises because I missed mine. The accommodations were great.

R
Rikke
employee

Lovely lodge with a very homely, English countryside, feel to it – including several, friendly dogs. The views are stunning and there are lots of activities on offer so you can easily spend three nights so you have time to enjoy some of the lodge activities as well as go chimpanzee trekking in Kibale during your stay.

BC
Bonita Cronje
employee

This lodge is a home away from home, the staff will make you feel part of the family and there are even a pair of dogs to welcome you. The views will take your breath away and candlelit dinners add to the ambience.

PC
Patrick Child
traveler

A very good place to stop.

PO
Peg O'Neill
traveler

The view was wonderful. The food was some of the best that we had anywhere. I loved the dogs on the premises because I missed mine. The accommodations were great.