Welcome to the fascinating crater lake of abundant coloured frogs. Here, you will experience real African village hospitality and a memorable stunning view of the sunset on the lake. CVK (Crater Valley Kibale Resort Beach Lodge), 21 km from Fort Portal town and 10 km from Kanyanchu, is another alternative on the border of the Park. The lodge sits on tranquil crater Lake Nyabikere (meaning lake of frogs), facing the Mountains of the Moon (Rwenzori), with snow visible on a clear day. Self-contained rooms have hot and cold running water as well as sitting flush toilets and standing showers. CVK is a family-run establishment and so the ambience is very friendly and food the best you will find around.
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Location
Western Uganda at the edge of Kibale Forest National Park
Disembark at RWETEERA Trading Centre (see CVK yellow signpost & MTN signpost)
CVK is in a real village, on the shores of L. Nyabikere (lake of frogs), 13 miles (21km) or 30 minutes’ drive south of Fort Portal Town on the Kamwenge Road.
CVK is mostly famous for its clean, picturesque lake/hills and the presence of 13 species of primates in the nearby Kibale tropical rain forest, eg chimps, monkeys and baboons. There are also lions (rarely seen), elephants and very many interesting birds (e.g.. grey parrots, hammercopfs , fish eagles, king fishers and green-breasted pitta ).
Vervet Monkey At Verandah Of Reception Building
Accommodation/Campsite
CVK offers fine accommodation in attractively grass-thatched, ecological (eco) bandas (40 beds). Self contained rooms are operational. The terraced campsite (20 tents), covered by a soft carpet of evergreen grass, overlooks the blue and tranquil lake. The ‘bandas’ (cottages) are set out singly and well spaced out among broad-leaved evergreen trees. These bandas provide the wanted coolness and real privacy for rest. Self-contained rooms with hot showers. 2 bedroomed lounging house; self-catering.
CVK Charges
Camping:
US$3.00 only p.p.p.n. (flush toilets, showers & free tap water at Campsite). Also, food & drinks are available.
Accommodation:
Food:
Ranges between US$1.80 and $9.00 per plate.
CVK provides the best locally prepared a la carte meals. Try them and you’ll not regret it!
Self-Catering `Summer’ House
Activities
View of Lake Nyamiriima along the Rurama Nature Trail
Foods and Beverages
CVK offers delicious, both local and foreign meals, prepared by a local family. Prices range from only US$1.80 to$9.00. We also offer locally-grown & fertilizer-free coffee, African tea and cooled drinks (beers, sodas), Uganda ‘waragi’ (local gin), honey wine, etc.