Kara-Tunga Eco Camps
A unique opportunity for an immersive cultural experience in an unspoiled natural environment, that positively impacts the local communities and supports the conservation of biodiversity.
The camps are thoughtfully located with a panoramic view of the untouched landscapes, front row seats of the African sunset and an unspoiled view of the bright stars.
The non-self-contained canvas tents have veranda with safari chairs, 220cm long single beds, solar lighting, linen, toiletries and walking distance from the washrooms.
Timu Forest
Timu Eco-Camp is located on the East African Rift escapement at an altitude of 2,000m. The location offers a breathtaking view of the surrounding landscape, amidst the indigenous ik community.
- 6 Non-self-contained tents
- Each 2 long single beds (100x210cm)
Mount Morungole
Morungole Eco-Camp is a historical resting place for the hunters-gatherers community and is located at the foot of Mount Morungole. It’s located amid the woodland and offers spectacular views and direct access to the mountain summit using ancestral trails.
- 6 Non-self-contained tents
- Each 2 long single beds (100x210cm)
Pian Upe
At the slopes of the majestic Mount Kadam, overlooking the fast wilderness of Pian Upe and surrounded by the Pokot and Pian communities.
- Walks and Hikes
- Cultural experiences
- Wildlife viewing
Kidepo Valley
Located at the boundary of the National Park with a stunning panoramic view of the surrounding area. The camp aims at creating opportunities for the community as well as travellers to experience more than wildlife.
- Walks and Hikes
- Cultural experiences
- Wildlife viewing
Mount Moroto
The camp is located at the beating heart of the Karamoja region, on the slopes of the volcanic massive Mount Moroto.
- Walks and Hikes
- Cultural experiences
- Wildlife viewing
Environmental impact
The facilities at the eco camps are designed to minimise its environmental impact like water consumption, waste management and renewable energy. The most important examples are:
- Compost toilets
- Bucket showers
- Solar energy
- Zero plastic
Rates
Below rates include towel, linen, toiletries and meals of choice. All rates include 10% Community Conservation Levy and Government taxes.
2024-2025 Rates
- Meals: $15 Half Board at $30 Full Board per person
- Prices include 18% VAT.
- High season: July – September, December – February
- Low season: March – June, October – November
| Bed & Breakfast | Half board | Full board | ||||
| High | Low | High | Low | High | Low | |
| Single tent | $ 50 | $ 35 | $ 65 | $ 50 | $ 80 | $ 65 |
| Sharing tent | $ 100 | $ 75 | $ 130 | $ 105 | $ 160 | $ 145 |
| Camping (own tent) | $ 20 | $ 15 | $ 35 | $ 30 | $ 50 | $ 45 |
Domestic guests
Contact us for rates.
Community benefits
Partner community groups, direct employees, freelance site guides and local service providers are (in)direct beneficiaries. The eco-camps improve people’s income and address various community needs.
10% Conservation Levy
Each guest contributes towards the conservation of the surrounding environment through a levy of 10% paid top of the bed-night fee.
75% Activities Fee
75% of the tourist activities fee directly benefits the community through engagement of site guides, community groups and local service providers.
Activities
The Ik tribe are former hunters gatherers and today live on the extreme northeastern corner of the country. They are known for their love for the environment and their cultural heritage.
Counting only 7,000 people, the people still speak their ancestral language and practice their traditional culture and traditions. Travellers need to travel a distance to visit the Ik, as reward you receive rare insight into a unique tribe in Africa.
The various activities will guarantee you stunningly beautiful scenery, breathtaking scenes in the valleys, and magnificent views into the Eastern Rift Valley as far as Kenya and South Sudan.
Frequently asked questions
Useful details
- Reception opens 7am – 7pm
- Breakfast from 7am – 10am
- Check-in from 2pm
- Check-out until 11am
- Tour info desk
- Extra long mattresses
- Drivers full board: $10 pp/night
Payment
- Please note, full payment must be received before arrival to secure a confirmed booking.
- Payments can be made before arrival by Credit Card, Bank Transfer or MTN Momo Pay. Please follow the payment instructions provided after the booking as been confirmed. Be sure to reference your Booking ID so we can track your payment appropriately and secure your reservation.
- Payments can be made upon arrival by cash (USD or UGX). USD notes must be dated 2006 or newer and free of any marks, stamps or tears to be accepted. Exact amount in UGX will be determined by the rate of exchange by the month of payment.
Cancellation
- Please cancel online 48 hours before scheduled arrival to avoid cancellation charge (equal to the first night of your stay).
Amenities
The non-self-contained canvas tents have veranda with safari chairs, 120cm long single beds, solar lighting, linen, toiletries and walking distance from the washrooms. The Eco Camps offer environmental friendly facilities like compost toilets, a shower bucket with hot water and solar powered electricity for light and charging of low energy-consuming equipment (mobile phones, camera batteries and laptop).
Discounts
- Stay at Kara-Tunga Safari Camp and at least one of the Eco Camps in one circuit and receive 5% discount on the total invoice for each accommodation.
Child policy
- Children 0-5 years sleep for free, when sharing with an adult.
- Children aged 5-12 years pay 50% and children aged 13-16 years pay 70% of the adult rate when sharing room with an adult.
