Barkers lodge situated on the South bank of the mighty Nile River which transects Murchison Falls National Park this upmarket, intimate, safari styled lodge is set within a large private area that has been cleared of all the dense undergrowth to reveal beautifully trimmed grassed areas, large shady trees and wetland areas hosting abundant birdlife along the water’s edge. The views onto the river are vast and magnificent with islands hosting nesting egret birds, elephants bathing and pods of hippos regularly viewed. The direct river access ensures that boat excursions along the Nile are definite highlight including visits to the Murchison falls themselves, downstream to the delta area and scenic sunset or sunrise cruises. Baker’s Lodge derives its name from the historic English explorer Samuel Baker.  In the late 1800’s he and his companion,. The lodge provides a thatched central lounge, bar and dining area which is raised with wooden decks all around allowing guests to savor the morning sunrise for breakfast, sunset in the evening with 180 degree river views. The swimming pool offers views of the river and is an ideal place too cool down and enjoy the evening sunset. Each of the individual accommodation cottages is raised from the ground on supporting pillars and has its own deck overlooking the river. Care has been taken to ensure each of the current eight (up to ten in future) cottages has privacy as well as excellent views either up or down stream. The large, airy en suite thatched cottage have netted windows with opening options, customized solid wooden furniture, hanging mosquito nets and especially selected locally crafted items for the accessories. The en suite bathrooms are open plan with solar hot water showers and baths with a view in some units. Solar lighting complete the services for this eco-friendly top quality establishment.