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Uganda in particular has a great number of genuine eco-lodges that
appeal to clients wanting to limit the impact of their stay.
Although initially some travelers may be worried about 'compost'
toilets and 'bucket' showers, the reality is a lot nicer than you
might imagine. The toilets are well maintained with proper western
seats and the showers with their wooden or pebble floors are
charming, even though far from being a power shower! But isn't it
great to know that just one bucket of water has been warmed for
one person, thus saving a huge amount of energy and unnecessary
waste?
At several of the National Parks there is a wider choice of
accommodation for clients, depending on their particular likes and
dislikes. There are good quality hotels available rather than
wildlife lodges, that cater for clients looking for the greater
choice of facilities found at this type of property. As a contrast
there are small scale wildlife lodges/tented camps that will suit
people looking to extend their 'wilderness experience' by staying
in accommodation that blends into their surroundings.
Since a lot of this accommodation is fairly remote you will find
that most of your meals are included in our tours. The food is
generally western in its traditional makeup; with potatoes,
vegetables and chicken or beef featuring heavily on the menu. For
the evening meal there are usually 3 courses and sometimes as many
as 5 at the higher-end lodges. If you are happy to try some of the
local Ugandan or Rwandan specialties such as Matoke and Mandazi,
it is a good idea to let the lodge management know on arrival, and
they will be delighted to attend to your wishes wherever possible.
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