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Welcome to Kyaninga Lodge, Uganda - the base for your African adventure:
Your trip - What To Expect
““I may be back in the UK but I left my heart in Uganda, truly the best experience I’ve ever been a part of!!! I’ve met the most amazing people ever and it’s an adventure I’ll never forget!” ”
Your seven days in rural Uganda will be the most unique of your life. And in the most beautiful setting imaginable. We've put together a few experiences we don't want you to miss - think safaris, time with the charity and...oh, the most challenging race you've ever run - alongside lots of time to take in the incredible Marathon HQ, Kyaninga Lodge, and all the fun and fancy facilities it offers up.
Every year we count ourselves the luckiest event because of the amazing people we have taking part. Get ready to meet and mingle with some like-minded beauties who are as adventurous as you!
Scroll through the amazing experiences waiting for you:
How about some inspiration for your free time at the lodge...
DATES 2019
Arrival: Tuesday 19th November
Cocktail & Sunset night: Wednesday 20th
Adventure day: Thursday 21st READ MORE >>
Race day: Saturday 23rd READ MORE >>
Departure: Monday 25th
See the whole itinerary >>
What's Included
Entry to the full marathon, half marathon, 10k or 5k race
Six nights in your chosen accommodation
Airport transfers from and to Entebbe Airport (at designated times only)
All meals - including finish line hog roast
Use of all facilities at Kyaninga Lodge (see below)
Welcome drink on arrival
Technical race t-shirt
Unique brass race medal made by local craftsman Albert
Water and bananas on race course
Regular shuttle service into the local town
The race place for one local runner
Lifelong friends and the experience of a lifetime!
Map of Rift HQ
What's Not Included
Flights
Drinks including bottled water (except during the race)
Transfers other than at designated times
Adventure day experience (an add-on to the basic price)
Accommodation & Prices
All four accommodation options are based at the incredible Kyaninga Lodge. We have exclusive access to the Kyaninga site and all facilities for your whole trip (apart from race day when we'll be joined by other runners, adding to the camaraderie and atmosphere). See the site map to get to know where you'll be staying, the facilities include:
Swimming pool
Tennis and badminton courts
Marked walks (crater lake walk and forest walk)
Kayaks for the lake
Pontoon for sunbathing and yoga
Two bars
Sun terraces and loungers
Shuttle into the local town of Fort Portal for shopping and exploring
10% DISCOUNT FOR our 2016, 2017 and 2018 RUNNERS
Camping - bring your own tent:
£625pp
Book your place for a deposit of just £199pp. Remaining balance due Sept 2019.
The campsite has beautiful views reaching across valleys and distant villages. There is a purpose built WC and shower block on site. All meals and drinks will be at the HQ building (see map) for all runners to enjoy together. Gadgets can also be charged in the HQ, it's a good idea to bring a battery pack too.
Get ready to stay at the most beautiful and fun-filled campsite ever!
SOLD OUT En-Suite Cottage:
£865pp based on 2 sharing | £1025pp single occupancy
Book your place for a deposit of just £199pp. Remaining balance due Sept 2019.
These newly built en-suite cottages look out over the valleys and villages of western Uganda. Enjoy sunrises right from the comfort of your bed through the panoramic windows. You're just a two minute walk from the HQ building (see map) which is the centre of all the action, including the food and bar!
En-Suite Luxury Safari Tent
£905pp based on 2 sharing | £1095pp single occupancy
Book your place for a deposit of just £199pp. Remaining balance due Sept 2019.
Stay in a luxury safari tent overlooking Kyaninga Crater Lake and the Rwenzori Mountains - this may be the best view you've ever woken up to.
Each tent has wooden furniture, an en-suite bathroom and everything you need for a luxurious and comfortable stay.
En-Suite Log Cabin:
£1455pp based on 2 sharing | £1995pp single occupancy
Book your place for a deposit of just £299pp. Remaining balance due Sept 2019.
Possibly Uganda's most luxurious lodge - there's a reason it's usually $770 a night! Stay in one of Kyaninga's nine cabins with views across the lake to the mountains beyond. Watch sunrise from one balcony and sunset from another. Each hand built en-suite cabin is reached by its own private staircase. The lodge's bar, lounge, pool, terraces and spa are on your doorstep - where a relaxing massage is waiting for you.