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Simba Safari Camp

Queen Elizabeth National Park 33024, Uganda
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Glossop, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 13, 2013

Stayed at Simba 29th and 30th March. Our second visit. We stayed there in Dec 2011. It was OK then but camp ground was overgrown; mosquito nets on windows had holes and window frames were poorly fitted with plenty of holes for insects to get through. Staff were obliging but when you ordered a meal it took a long time... More

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Kampala
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 12, 2013

Let me be frank here, Simba Safari Camp is not exactly the Four Seasons Hotel but then again no one comes here for that level of luxury. To put this in context, this lodge promises a budget but comfortable experience and that is exactly what it offers. As a person who was looking for a highly subsidised place (compared to... More

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london
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 8, 2013

A gem of a find, we had not expected to find such clean, comfortable and well appointed accommodation so near to Q.E National Park. Compared to other significantly more expensive options, any travellers on a budget should seriously consider staying at Simba Safari Camp. Though there were only two dinner choices, there was one vegetarian option and one non-veg option,... More

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Kampala, Kampala, Uganda
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed March 21, 2013

This little budget camp is great for no thrills, basic camping and budget rooms - need some paint work and patching up. Food is basic but does the job, the staff are helpful, but the noise from the road as trucks pass is disturbing - but it is a good little budget lodge offering somewhere to stay near Queen Elizabeth... More

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simbasafaricamp, Guest Relations Manager at Simba Safari Camp, responded to this review
March 25, 2013

Thank you for your visit to Simba Safari Camp. Simba Safari Camp is indeed a budget accommodation as you have stated. Thank you for your input on revitalizing the place. We are currently planning several maintenance as well as developmental projects to take place at Simba. We hope you will come and visit again and be able to mark the... More

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Copenhagen, Denmark
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 9, 2013

I had never know the beauty of Uganda even though am born and grew up in Uganda. I had never experienced the beauty too and never new how Uganda is rich and God given in Nature by God. Thanks to Mr Wekesa the CEO of Great Lakes Safari. Uganda a blessed country- the Pearl of Africa. The services offered by... More

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Kampala, Uganda
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 7, 2013

Whoever initiated the adage that too much of something is bad certainly meant a lot of things under the sun except Simba safari camp. Barely 24hours after my arrival there for a two day camping, i was brainwashed of all life stress, thanks to the sweet pampering of the staff especially Charles-one of the waiters who nourished me with lots... More

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simbasafaricamp, Manager at Simba Safari Camp, responded to this review
March 11, 2013

We are glad to hear you had such a wonderful and relaxing stay, come back anyday! More

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2 of 5 stars Reviewed February 21, 2013

This place is a dump really and there are better options nearby. I wanted to try out lots of different accommodations and found this to be the worst one I stayed at in Uganda. The room was large enough but in disrepair. You had to sleep with the windows open otherwise it was much too hot (no ac or high... More

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simbasafaricamp, Marketing Manager at Simba Safari Camp, responded to this review
March 11, 2013

We are sorry to hear about some of the dissapointments that you met. We value our visitors and their input very much. Due to your complaints about staff we are looking for a new manager as well as ways to motivate and train our staff to have better customer service. We have talked with the bank about the ATM machine... More

Somerset, England
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 18, 2013

Stayed in the Simba room and found it clean with plenty of hot water. Had to share the room with so many geckos - must admit they gave me a fright a time or two when they ran out from behind things! Staff were friendly and meals were ready on time and were decent, very generous portions. Previous reviews mention... More

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Kampala
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed February 5, 2013

I have been here three times. The first time was delightful. The second time the staff was great but made a vary large mistake in the credit card billing. The third time was awful--we arrived at dusk only to be told that there were no rooms available with roofs--or tents with working zippers--despite having booked two weeks in advance. After... More

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Kigali, Kigali, Rwanda
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed January 8, 2013

We stayed 2 nights at Simba as part our safari in Queen Elizabeth National Park. The location is very good, just outside of the National Park, We were in the dorms - The facilities were pretty good, with well maintained shower and toilet block and - and there were warm showers! The electricity is inconsistent, and runs from a generator... More

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simbasafaricamp, Guest Relations Manager at Simba Safari Camp, responded to this review
March 11, 2013

Hi, I would like to address your concern about the mice. I am glad you realize that we are in the middle of the wilderness and that mice can become a possiblity. However, as you stated, it is not ok to have them in the rooms. We have taken several steps to help elminate this problem. We have recently invested... More

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Also Known As:
Simba Safari Camp Hotel
Simba Safari Camp Hotel Queen Elizabeth National Park
Simba Safari Camp Uganda/Queen Elizabeth National Park
Address: Queen Elizabeth National Park 33024, Uganda
Region: Uganda > Western Region > Queen Elizabeth National Park
Hotel Style:
Ranked #11 of 15 Specialty lodging in Queen Elizabeth National Park
Price Range: $
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Simba Safari Camp is a new safari accommodation on the border of Queen Elizabeth National Park and only 2 km from the equator. Located on a hill it offers spectacular views of Lake George, the Kazinga Channel and the savannah plains teemed with wildlife. The camp offers 11 spacious rooms with en suite facilities and private verandas, as well as 4 dormitory rooms and a campsite. A restaurant and well-stocked bar are also available. ... more   less 

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