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Hello and Welcome!

Base Camp Lodge is an adventure destination in Uganda's wilderness, nestled at the main entrance to Murchison Falls National Park. It isn't like any other Safari lodge - we combine affordable mid-range rooms with bespoke adventure tours, as well as immersive experiences rooted in nature and community for visiting travelers and locals.

Our adventure tours cater to a diverse range of interests, including wildlife safaris, nature walks, and cultural encounters. With experienced local guides we ensure that every moment of your journey is filled with excitement, discovery, and unforgettable memories.

We’re here for the explorers and the thrill seekers, for people looking for a little peace and quiet and the ones who can’t wait to discover something new. From cozy accommodations, to spaces for you to connect with likeminded travelers, we’ve got something for everyone.

With hospitality and adventure at our core, we invite you to discover the wild beauty of Africa and create lasting memories at Base Camp.

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Our Story

Who We Are

We grew up in a village right next to Murchison Falls National Park, but for most of our childhood, it felt like a world apart. We would watch safari vehicles pass by, full of visitors eager to experience the wonders of the park—its roaring waterfalls, vast savannas, and incredible wildlife; yet for us and many in our village, Murchison was just a distant backdrop to our daily lives. We never truly understood what made it so special. No one took us there, no one talked much about it, and no one told us it could be part of our future. Tourism was something that happened around us, not with us.

As we grew older, we visited the park and began to ask: Why does something so magnificent feel so out of reach for the very people who live beside it? Why did tourism create opportunities for outsiders but leave our community behind? The more we asked, the clearer the answer became: It didn’t have to be this way.

These questions led us on a journey—one that opened our eyes to the power of tourism. We saw how it could do more than just bring visitors; it could create jobs, celebrate culture, and uplift entire communities.

Thus we created Base Camp—a place where tourism isn’t just about travelers passing through, but about people coming together. A place where guests don’t just see Uganda’s beauty, but also experience its warmth, culture, and stories. A place where the community doesn’t just watch from the sidelines, but benefits, learns, and grows.

For us, Base Camp is more than a lodge—it’s a movement. A movement to make tourism inclusive, responsible, and a driver of real impact in local communities across Africa.

Our Promise

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Mission

Everyday, we strive to make tourism a force for good—empowering local communities and protecting nature through high-quality experiences.

2

Vision

To be Africa’s go-to brand for adventure travelwhere every journey creates impact. Connecting travelers with the heart of Africa.

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Values
  • Adventure

  • Sustainability

  • Community development

  • Cultural immersion

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Purpose

​We exist to redefine the impact of tourism in Africa. Together with our guests and partners, we’re building a legacy of sustainable adventure.

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Our Responsibility

Travel + Good

At Base Camp, we believe that tourism should do more than just bring visitors to beautiful places—it should leave those places better than it found them.

Our responsibility starts with the people who call this land home. We work hand in hand with our community, creating jobs, supporting local businesses, and making sure tourism benefits everyone, not just a few. From sourcing fresh ingredients from nearby farmers to training and hiring local guides, we are committed to building opportunities where they matter most.

But responsibility doesn’t stop with people—it extends to the land and wildlife that make Uganda so special. We embrace sustainable practices in everything we do, from using eco-friendly construction and solar energy to minimizing waste in order to support conservation efforts (more about the conservation efforts we support in the areas we operate). We believe that protecting our environment isn’t just an option—it’s a duty.

When you stay with us, you’re not just booking a room; you’re becoming part of something bigger. You’re supporting a lodge that values people, protects nature, and believes in the power of responsible tourism to create lasting IMPACT.

Our Impact In Numbers

30

Jobs created for the community

82%

We work with local businesses

100%

Strict zero plastic policy

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Conservation efforts

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Our Partners

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Every journey should be extraordinary

That’s why our partners are carefully selected—from expert guides and transport providers to adventure partners, our network ensures that every Base Camp experience is safe, immersive, and packed with adventure. 

We work with our partners to develop new ways of mutually reducing our environmental footprint, and by involving our partners in our sustainability efforts, we raise environmental standards throughout our supply chain. From tour operators and travel agencies to international adventure travel brands, we partner with organizations that align with our values. 

We work with adventure guides, and travel experts to craft itineraries that take you beyond the ordinary—whether it's game drives in Murchison Falls, gorilla trekking in Bwindi, or remote expeditions in Kidepo. We also collaborate with leading 4x4 transport providers, and charter flight operators to ensure a smooth and comfortable journey every step of the way. 

Our accommodation partners—whether eco-lodges, boutique stays, or exclusive camps provide comfort, convenience, and an authentic connection to nature. Our partnerships with local artisans, cultural groups, and small businesses ensure that tourism benefits the communities around us. We also support and collaborate with wildlife conservation organizations, national park authorities, and eco-tourism initiatives to promote ethical wildlife experiences.

Collectively, Base Camp employs the power of partnerships to create extraordinary travel experiences while supporting local communities and sustainability.  Visit our Partners page. 

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