Mgahinga Safari Lodge

   

Generell Informations about Mgahinga Safari Lodge

   
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Based on it’s size, location, equipment and services rendered, the new Mgahinga Safari Lodge can be considered to be a high-class Lodge.
 

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The Lodge is situated on the peninsula Mushungero on Lake Mutanda (approx. 15 km from Kisoro and 540 km from the capital Kampala) with a view at the Virunga Volcanoes.
 

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Transportation to the Lodge is by vehicle or airplane to Kisoro then a 40-minute boat ride, or by road, that is boarded just 7 kms from Kisoro.
 

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The Lodge complex consists of one main building and 6 spacious safari tents/chalets.
 

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The main building, which houses the reception, restaurant, kitchen, office, bar, lounge and public toilets is partly built on a wooden platform.
 

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A large fireplace provides a cozy and warm atmosphere during the cooler evenings and rainy seasons.
 

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The tents/chalets are erected on elevated wooden platforms that incorporate front verandas with easy chairs and tables. Easy access to the tents is provided by means of small staircases.
 

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The tents are comfortably furnished with 2 single beds, side tables, wardrobe, as well as a two-seater lounge suite.
 

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At the rear of each tent you find the shower/toilet facilities, which are firmly built and are equipped to European standards, e.g. toilet, shower cubicle with aluminium frame and glass panels, hand-wash basin and mirror vanity chest, etc.
 

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To ensure the magnificent view on the lake and the volcanic mountains, the entire Lodge complex has been erected in a semi circle. For better protection, the main building and tents are covered with natural mat roofing.
 

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The water supply for the Lodge is provided by means of pressure pumps, which pump the water from the lake into large water tanks. The lake water is filtered and distributed at controlled pressure to the outlet stations. Hot water is supplied by means of conventional heaters.
 

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Drinking water is supplied separately.
 

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The waste water purification is carried out via a 3-chamber purification system. The normal refuse/garbage will be taken care of by the local official refuse removal companies.
 

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Electricity for the Lodge will be generated by 2 Lodge-owned generators (220V / 50Hz Europlugs 2).
 

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The Management consists of European and African managers, and our guests will be looked after by educated and experienced camp personnel.
 

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A high standard of international and varied cuisine will be served, as well as a variety of local and international wines, malt and spirits are available.
 

 

 

 

ACTIVITIES AROUND THE LODGE:

Gorilla – Trekking , game drives / walks in the nearby Mgahinga National Park, to explore the coves, to walk to the gorge, fishing in Lake Mutanda, birdwatching on the peninsula and around the lake.