Title: The Observatory Lodge at Kichwamba escarpment overlooking Queen Elizabeth NP. Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire chalet # The Observatory Lodge at Kichwamba escarpment overlooking Queen Elizabeth NP. ## Photo gallery for The Observatory Lodge at Kichwamba escarpment overlooking Queen Elizabeth NP. ![Property grounds - The Observatory Lodge at Kichwamba escarpment overlooking Queen Elizabeth NP. (Rubirizi)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101300000/101292400/101292387/7361346f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - The Observatory Lodge at Kichwamba escarpment overlooking Queen Elizabeth NP. (Rubirizi)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101300000/101292400/101292387/w1024h680x0y8-3be3829e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![5 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets - The Observatory Lodge at Kichwamba escarpment overlooking Queen Elizabeth NP. (Rubirizi)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101300000/101292400/101292387/c4ae5124.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Aerial view - The Observatory Lodge at Kichwamba escarpment overlooking Queen Elizabeth NP. (Rubirizi)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101300000/101292400/101292387/w1024h764x0y7-5c4c8c2a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![5 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets - The Observatory Lodge at Kichwamba escarpment overlooking Queen Elizabeth NP. (Rubirizi)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101300000/101292400/101292387/6e0d391b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Perched on the Kichwamba escarpment, this holiday home/safari lodge offers a serene escape with clear views of Lake Nyamusingire and Lake Edward. Enjoy a self-catering experience while taking in the sights of herds of elephants crossing and if weather permits, Mountain Rwenzori. ### Entire chalet 5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 13 ## Popular amenities - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Laundry room - Parking available £194 includes taxes & fees 20 Dec - 21 Dec ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### The Observatory Lodge at Kichwamba escarpment overlooking Queen Elizabeth NP. A holiday home/safari lodge perched on top of the Kichwamba escarpment overlooking Queen Elizabeth National Park. It allows you to enjoy clear views of Lake Nyamusingire, Lake Edward and Lake George, the Kazinga channel, herds of elephants crossing and if weather permits, Mountain Rwenzori without having to pay the park fees every day. It is a self-catering accommodation facility. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub - Pool ### Internet - Available in the accommodation: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Hob - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Bidet - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Entertainment - Games ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming cats and dogs only - Up to 10 kg per pet ### Suitability/Accessibility - Designated smoking areas ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ## Similar properties ![Basic Cottage, Balcony, Lake View | 1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112030000/112020600/112020542/20dbd4f1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Dave Cave Eco Lodge and Campsite Rubirizi - 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20 Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-0.18629,30.017546&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:dob%40uxevD%40M%3FO%3FO%40O%3FO%40M%40O%40O%40O%40OBM%40OBOBMBOBMBOBMDODMBODMDMDMFMDODMFKFOFKFMFMFKFMHKFMHKHKHKHKHKHKHKJKHIJKHIJIJKJIJIJIJGLIJILGJILGJGLGLGLELGLELGLELENELELENCLENCLENCLCNANCLCNANCLANANAN%3FNALAN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FL%40N%40N%3FN%40N%40L%40NBN%40LBNBN%40LBNBLDNBLDNBLDLDNDLDLDLFLDLFLDLFLFJFLFJHLFJHLHJFJHJHJHJJJHHHJJHHJJHJHJHJHJHJHJHJFLHJFLFJFLFLFJFNFJDLDNFLDLDLDLBNDLDNBLBNBLBNBLBN%40NBL%40N%40N%40N%40N%40L%3FN%40N%3FN%3FN%40LAN%3FN%3FNAN%3FNALANANANALCNANCNCLCNCLCNCLENELCNELELELGLENELGJGLGLGLGLGJGLIJGLIJIJIJIJIJIJIJKJIHKJIHKHKJKHKHKHKFMHKHMFKHMFKFMFMFMDMFMDMFMDMDODMDMDOBMDOBMBODMBO%40OBMBO%40OBM%40O%40O%40O%3FO%40M%3FO%40O%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FOAM%3FOAO%3FOAOAMAOCOAMCOCOAMCOEMCOCMEOCMEMEOEMEMEMGMEMGMEMGMGKGMGKIMGKIMIKGKIKIKIKKKIIIKKIIKKIKIKIKIKIKIKIKGMIKGMGKGMGMGMGMGKEMEOGMEMEMEMCOEMEOCMCOCMCOCMCOAOCOAMAOAOAOAM%3FOAO%3FO%3FOAO&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=E1kmli5NPNxvheZppeOaAmqbmsc=) Rubirizi, Rubirizi #### What's nearby - Kazinga Channel \- 30 min drive \- 9.7 miles #### Getting around - Kasese (KSE) - 68 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Nyamix Restaurant - ‬19 min drive - ‪Irungu Safari Restaurant - ‬17 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does The Observatory Lodge at Kichwamba escarpment overlooking Queen Elizabeth NP. have a pool? ### How much does it cost to stay at The Observatory Lodge at Kichwamba escarpment overlooking Queen Elizabeth NP. ? ### Is The Observatory Lodge at Kichwamba escarpment overlooking Queen Elizabeth NP. pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at The Observatory Lodge at Kichwamba escarpment overlooking Queen Elizabeth NP. ? ### What time is check-in at The Observatory Lodge at Kichwamba escarpment overlooking Queen Elizabeth NP. ? ### What time is check-out at The Observatory Lodge at Kichwamba escarpment overlooking Queen Elizabeth NP. ? ## Have a question? 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