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Your Riverside Escape

Discover Serenity by the Sambiya River. Embrace the Wild, Enjoy the Comfort

Located right inside Murchison Falls National Park, our lodge sits in a quiet valley above the Sambiya River. Sambiya is 12 acres of gardens and open woodland where the bush comes to you – family-run, green and unhurried.

Sambiya River Lodge Swimming Pool
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Sambiya River Lodge Cottage

Spend your mornings tracking lions and elephants, cruising past hippos on the Nile, or flying through the trees on our zipline. Then come back to wash off the dust in the pool, grab a cold drink, and watch birds and bushbuck wander through the grounds. Wild days, quiet nights.

Rest by the River

Cozy Cottages &
Among the Trees

Surrounded by Nature

Around the Lodge

Everything you need for a relaxed stay — good food, cold drinks and quiet spots to unwind among the trees.

Dining

Restaurant

Enjoy fresh Ugandan and continental dishes served in an open setting with scenic views.

01 Dining

Restaurant

Enjoy fresh Ugandan and continental dishes served in an open setting with scenic views.

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02 Refreshment

Bar

Unwind with cold drinks and sundowners at our cozy bar after a day in the park.

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03 Relaxation

Swimming Pool

Take a refreshing dip or lounge on the deck as you cool off under the warm African sun.

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04 Leisure

Lounge

Sink into a comfy chair, plan your safari or simply watch the gardens from our quiet lounge.

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05 Family Friendly

Kids Play Area

Let them run. Safe, open play space in the garden while you enjoy a cold drink.

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06 Evening Experience

Bonfire Area

Gather around the crackling fire to share stories under the clear Murchison night sky.

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Activities

Adventures Around the Lodge
& Across Murchison

Game Drives

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Boat Ride to the Magnificent Murchison Falls

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Our iconic L-shaped zip line of pure thrill.

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Top of the Falls Hike Experience & Meal

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Set off on early morning or late afternoon drives right from our doorstep, when wildlife is most active before the midday heat. Ten minutes away lies the Honeymoon Circuit — one of Murchison’s top spots, renowned for frequent lion sightings and herds of Rothschild giraffe.

Take a Tour

Three Days at Sambiya, From Cottage to Falls

Rest by the River

Recognized for
excellence worldwide.

Recognized for excellence worldwide. We are proud to be featured and highly recommended across the industry’s leading travel networks.

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Tucked away under a canopy of trees, our cottages feel like a natural part of the landscape. It’s a true retreat, where the wild Ugandan bush is right at your doorstep.

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