Dave the Cave Eco Lodge and Cultural Campsite

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Scored 8.7
Rated fabulous

Staff

9.4

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About this property

Eco Lodge and Cultural Campsite: Dave the Cave Eco Lodge and Cultural Campsite in Nyanzibiri, Rubirizi Queen Elizabeth National Park, Uganda offers a serene garden, restaurant, bar, and free WiFi. Guests enjoy lake views, a balcony, and a work desk. Comfortable Accommodations: The lodge features family rooms with private bathrooms, free toiletries, and showers. Each room includes a balcony, work desk, and slippers, ensuring a pleasant stay. Dining Experience: Breakfast options include continental, à la carte, and full English/Irish, with local specialities, warm dishes, juice, pancakes, and fruits. The restaurant serves vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free meals. Amenities and Services: The property offers a minimarket, outdoor fireplace, outdoor seating area, picnic area, and culture classes. Additional services include a paid shuttle, car hire, and free on-site parking. Nearby Attractions: Kyambura Game Reserve is 23 km away, Queen Elizabeth National Park 31 km, and Kasese Airport 62 km from the lodge. Guests appreciate the lakes, attentive staff, and convenient location.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Airport shuttle
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish

Options with:

  • Lake view

Free parking available on-site

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Double Room
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  • 1 double bed
Balcony
Lake view
Ensuite bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Toilet
  • Bath or shower
  • Towels
  • Linen
  • Socket near the bed
  • Desk
  • Slippers
  • Mosquito net
  • Additional toilet
  • Toilet paper
Max persons: 2
US$53 per night
Price US$158
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  • Continental breakfast included
  • Non-refundable
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Max persons: 2
US$59 per night
Price US$176
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US$26 per night
Price US$79
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Max persons: 1
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US$29 per night
Price US$88
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  • 1 extra-large double bed
Balcony
Lake view
Ensuite bathroom
Max persons: 2
US$70 per night
Price US$211
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Max persons: 2
US$78 per night
Price US$234
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US$35 per night
Price US$105
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Max persons: 1
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US$55 per night
Price US$164
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Double Room with Lake View
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  • 1 large double bed
Balcony
Lake view
Ensuite bathroom
Max persons: 2
US$84 per night
Price US$251
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US$75 per night
Price US$226
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Basic Triple Room
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  • 1 double bed
Balcony
Lake view
Ensuite bathroom
Max persons: 2
US$91 per night
Price US$273
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Max persons: 2
US$101 per night
Price US$304
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US$103 per night
Price US$308
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Max persons: 1
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US$114 per night
Price US$342
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Basic Triple Room with Shared Bathroom
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  • 1 double bed and
  • 1 extra-large double bed
Balcony
Lake view
Ensuite bathroom
Max persons: 3
US$127 per night
Price US$380
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  • Continental breakfast included
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Max persons: 3
US$141 per night
Price US$422
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  • Continental breakfast included
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Max persons: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$63 per night
Price US$190
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Max persons: 1
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US$70 per night
Price US$211
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Family Room with Balcony
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  • 1 extra-large double bed
Balcony
Lake view
Ensuite bathroom
Max persons: 4
US$258 per night
Price US$774
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Max persons: 4
US$287 per night
Price US$860
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Max persons: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$129 per night
Price US$387
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Max persons: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$143 per night
Price US$430
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Family Bungalow
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  • 2 single beds and
  • 1 extra-large double bed and
  • 1 large double bed
Balcony
Lake view
Ensuite bathroom
Max persons: 6
US$204 per night
Price US$612
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Max persons: 6
US$227 per night
Price US$680
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Max persons: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$102 per night
Price US$306
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Max persons: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$113 per night
Price US$340
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Guests who stayed here loved

Sianan
Canada Canada
“Loved our stay at Dave the Cave, the staff were super welcoming and they even helped us book the chimp trek for cost price.”
Manuel
Uganda Uganda
“un lugar ideal para descansar nice pkace to enjoy and rest”
Brouwer
Australia Australia
“It was very nicely set-up, it felt like being one with nature. The staff were very helpful and friendly!”
Cindy
Switzerland Switzerland
“Super beautiful lake to swim and such a nice view from the room and restaurant and super friendly staff!”
Annemiek
Netherlands Netherlands
“What a place! Beautiful views, easy to walk to the view point over both crater lakes, possibility to take a swim in the crater lake, and close to Kalinzu forest if you want to do the chimps trekking. Food was good and staff super friendly and...”
Frederik
Denmark Denmark
“Great food, friendly staff and beautiful surroundings.”
Fritz
Austria Austria
“It’s a stunning place and there is so much to explore”
Peter
Norway Norway
“Dave the Cave is an amazing location in the middle of a small forest, with monkeys climbing the trees around you. Staff is great and the food is very good. I came on my motorcycle, that they covered for me during the night without being...”
James
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Very beautiful with incredible views. All built imaginatively with care and great attention. Each cottage unique. Spacious. Incredible fresh food. The team did everything they could to make our stay enjoyable. We did a long guided walk, ...”
Daniel
Germany Germany
“If you look for a simple place - ecolodge, situated a bit away from the mainstreet direct located at a fresh water lake where you can swim (safley), and if you are lucky monkeys watching playing in the tress and around, and you want to be at low...”

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Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
Restaurant #1
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free

House rules

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Check-in
From 07:00 to 00:00
Check-out
Until 10:00
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Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
Cash only
This property only accepts cash payments.