Alakara Guest House
Experience the Heart of Karamoja
Escape the usual route and immerse yourself in a unique journey through northeastern Uganda. Alakara Guest House offers a welcoming haven where culture, nature, and farm life come together. Whether stopping overnight between Kampala and Kidepo, Kapchorwa and Murchison Falls, or coming just for the experience, every visit is memorable.
Your Stay at Alakara
Nestled within Okra Farm in Kobulin village, Alakara Guest House is a serene retreat that celebrates the landscape and culture of Karamoja. The guest house features five traditional huts, built with locally sourced materials and traditional techniques. While huts are not self-contained, a shared ablution block with toilets and showers ensures comfort.
Surrounded by a flourishing garden, with fruit trees, flowers, and original trees dotting the landscape, guests can enjoy fresh air, vibrant colors, and the occasional visit from farm animals like goats, cows, and chickens. The large grass-thatched lounge area invites you to relax in a hammock and soak in the calm of the countryside.
Cultural Encounters & Farm Life
Immerse yourself in local life and traditions:
- Walk alongside local herdesmen and learn about cattle care and pastoral life
- Explore local villages and markets, connecting with artisans and villagers in colorful traditional attire
- Participate in traditional cooking classes and music workshops
- Hike in the nearby Nyakwai Mountains, an experience that blends breathtaking scenery with cultural insight, passing through villages and meeting locals along the way
- Enjoy hands-on farm life: collect eggs, watch goats grazing, or go to the garden to pick maize, uproot groundnuts or one of our other crops, according to the season
Every meal is a celebration of local flavors. Our chef prepares fresh, flavorful dishes using produce from the farm and nearby markets, giving guests an authentic taste of the region
Discover Real Africa
Guest Information
Scenic Stop on Your Journey
Alakara Guest House is not just a stop—it’s a destination in itself. For travelers between Kampala and Kidepo or other regions like Kapchorwa and Murchison Falls, an overnight (or two!) here turns a long journey into a memorable adventure.
Take the scenic route through Karamoja’s dramatic landscapes, passing pastoral plains, seasonal rivers, and villages full of life. Encounter herders guiding their cattle, men and women in traditional dress, and the vibrant rhythm of rural life—experiences you won’t find along the usual highways.
Booking & Practical Info
We keep the experience personal. To book your stay, please [contact us directly via our form or phone]– link to contact us page
Accommodation rates (per hut, per night)
$
12,99
/ Night
- Important notes:
- Huts are not self-contained, with shared toilet and shower facilities
- Please book at least two days in advance so we can prepare meals according to your preferences. We can accommodate most dietary requirements as long as we are informed in advance.
- Huts are not self-contained, with shared toilet and shower facilities
Guests are likely to encounter farm animals and our dog, roaming freely across the property
