Uganda Camps & Lodges
Apoka Safari Lodge, Kidepo Valley, Uganda
A Lodge or Hotel in Uganda
Camp Details
Apoka Safari Lodge is built around a picturesque rocky outcrop overlooking the Narus Valley in Kidepo Valley National Park—Uganda’s most remote wilderness. The vast golden-green plains are punctuated with craggy outcrops, revealing an even bigger sky at night. Under this canopy of impossibly bright stars, this is where we’re reminded that the Earth is round.
As the only full-service lodge inside the national park, Apoka offers an unfiltered connection to pristine wilderness. Lions roam the plains, leopards rest in acacia trees, and cheetahs—found only in Kidepo—stalk the savanna. And often, you’ll see it all without leaving your private veranda.
WHY CHOOSE APOKA?
- The swimming pool at Apoka Lodge – deep and cool – has been carved out of a big rock. This is the kind of pool that makes you want to jump in, splashing and yelling, feeling like a kid again.
- Kidepo provides an amazing wildlife experience in a remote and pristine wilderness.
- The vast golden green plains are punctuated with craggy, rocky outcrops, reveal an even bigger sky at night.
- Under a canopy of impossibly bright stars, this is where we are reminded that the earth is round.
Questions about Apoka
Is Apoka inside Kidepo Valley National Park?
Yes, and it is the only full-service lodge within the park. It is built around a rocky outcrop overlooking the Narus Valley, so the plains, the craggy outcrops and much of the wildlife are visible from your own veranda. Kidepo is Uganda's most remote wilderness, and the night skies here are exceptional.
What wildlife is Kidepo known for?
Lions roam the Narus plains, leopards rest up in acacia trees, and cheetah are found here and nowhere else in Uganda. Two game activities are included each day, either a game drive or a walking safari, so you can cover the plains by vehicle and take in the smaller detail on foot.
What is included, and can we bring children?
Rates start from around US$800 per person per night and include full board, non-premium drinks, two game activities daily, local airstrip transfers and laundry. Children aged five and above are welcome. The swimming pool, carved deep into a large rock, tends to be the first thing younger guests head for.
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Apoka Safari Lodge Rates, Activities & Amenities
Rates
| Year | Season | Type | Rates |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Apr; May; Jun; July; Aug; Sept | – | US $ 800 |
| 2025 | Jan; Feb; Mar | – | US $ 1150 |
| 2026 | Apr; May; Jun; July; Aug; Sept | – | US $ 880 |
| 2026 | Jan; Feb; Mar; Oct; Nov; Dec | – | US $ 1250 |
Rates are Per Person Per Night unless otherwise specified.
Inclusions
Apoka rates include:
- Full board (all meals)
- Drinks (non-premium brands)
- 2 game activities per day (game drive / walking safari)
- Local airstrip transfers
- Laundry
Questions about Apoka
Is Apoka inside Kidepo Valley National Park?
Yes, and it is the only full-service lodge within the park. It is built around a rocky outcrop overlooking the Narus Valley, so the plains, the craggy outcrops and much of the wildlife are visible from your own veranda. Kidepo is Uganda's most remote wilderness, and the night skies here are exceptional.
What wildlife is Kidepo known for?
Lions roam the Narus plains, leopards rest up in acacia trees, and cheetah are found here and nowhere else in Uganda. Two game activities are included each day, either a game drive or a walking safari, so you can cover the plains by vehicle and take in the smaller detail on foot.
What is included, and can we bring children?
Rates start from around US$800 per person per night and include full board, non-premium drinks, two game activities daily, local airstrip transfers and laundry. Children aged five and above are welcome. The swimming pool, carved deep into a large rock, tends to be the first thing younger guests head for.
Activities
Child Policy
Children 5 years and above are welcome at Apoka.
Questions about Apoka
Is Apoka inside Kidepo Valley National Park?
Yes, and it is the only full-service lodge within the park. It is built around a rocky outcrop overlooking the Narus Valley, so the plains, the craggy outcrops and much of the wildlife are visible from your own veranda. Kidepo is Uganda's most remote wilderness, and the night skies here are exceptional.
What wildlife is Kidepo known for?
Lions roam the Narus plains, leopards rest up in acacia trees, and cheetah are found here and nowhere else in Uganda. Two game activities are included each day, either a game drive or a walking safari, so you can cover the plains by vehicle and take in the smaller detail on foot.
What is included, and can we bring children?
Rates start from around US$800 per person per night and include full board, non-premium drinks, two game activities daily, local airstrip transfers and laundry. Children aged five and above are welcome. The swimming pool, carved deep into a large rock, tends to be the first thing younger guests head for.
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