Buget Lodges in Bwindi national park
Budget lodges in Bwindi.
Budget lodges in Bwindi: Bwindi Located in the Southwestern region of Uganda, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is the best place on earth to do gorilla trekking. This popular gorilla trekking destination is a famous sanctuary for the endangered mountain gorillas around the world, the park hosts over half of the remaining population of mountain gorillas and is one of the only four parks on earth where you can enjoy close encounters with mountain gorillas.
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is situated on the edge of the Albertine Rift Valley, the park incorporates 124 square miles of untamed mountainous and lowland forest. Bwindi forest is over 25,000 years old and is one of the most biologically diverse in Uganda.
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park receives millions of travelers visiting the park for Uganda gorilla safaris, these visitors include budget travelers traveling on a limited budget. Here are some of the budget accommodation options to stay at in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
Buhoma Community Rest Camp
This budget camp is found in the Buhoma Sector of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park– the most popular gorilla sector in Uganda and home to the highest number of Mountain gorillas.
Buhoma Community Rest Camp has 3 self-contained cottages, 2 non-contained cottages, 6 bed dormitories and tents. There is also a camping ground situated near the forest where you can pinch your tent and enjoy the night.
The camp has a restaurant serving delicious meals, a well-stocked bar with a variety of drinks and beverages including alcoholic and soft drinks, a craft shop, running waters in the bathrooms, laundry services, security, parking space, entertainment by local dance and drama groups and children’s activities.
In addition to gorilla trekking, Buhoma Community Rest Camp organizes guided nature walks, cultural tours and birding.
Wagtail Eco Safari Lodge
Wagtail Eco Safari Lodge is a budget lodge in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park located in Rubuguri Town in the South of Bwindi, the lodge is situated in a unique area with views of unending Kigezi hills, Virunga Volcanoes and the magnificent Bwindi Impenetrable Forest canopy.
Wagtail Eco Safari Lodge offers well maintained and comfortable accommodation, a fully stocked bar, a restaurant serving local and international cuisine. The lodge boasts spectacular views, has gardens that can be used for parties, family gatherings, meeting and lunch.
Facilities at Wagtail Eco Safari Lodge include security, parking, electricity, bar and lounge, laundry service, housekeep and storage room.
Wagtail Eco Safari Lodge organizes some of the amazing safari activities in Bwindi such as hiking, gorilla trekking, bird watching and visiting the Batwa People.
3 Way Gorilla Resort
3 Way Gorilla Resort is a budget resort found in Kisori district along Cyanika road approximately 2 kilometers from Kisoro Town, the hotel is a perfect budget accommodation for visitors on a Uganda safari to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park as well as Mgahinga Gorilla National Park.
The resort has 6 self – contained bandas with 1 being double and 5 single rooms.
Facilities at 3 Way Gorilla Resort include a fully stocked bar, restaurant, tourism service information desk, security, business center, wireless internet and camping.
Bwindi View Bandas
Bwindi View Bandas is situated in Buhoma Sector of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park overlooking the impenetrable Bwindi Forest canopy. The bandas are non – self – contained with simple and comfortable beds, these bandas boast stunning views of Bwindi Forest.
Bwindi View Bandas has warm and friendly staff that are trained to give the customers the finest service.
Facilities at Bwindi View Bandas include restaurant serving delicious meals made by professional chefs, a bar fully stocked with alcoholic and soft drinks, information board, canteen, game room, parking and laundry service.
Activities offered at Bwindi View Bandas include gorilla trekking, bird watching, community and village walks.
Broadbill Forest Camp
Broadbill Forest Camp gets its name from a threatened African green broadbill bird, the lodge is situated at the end of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park in Ruhija Sector which makes it the best place to stay at for gorilla trekking in this sector as well as bird lovers.
Broadbill Forest Camp has 4 soundproof budget tented en-suite rooms with a fire place, clothes rack, desk, extra-long bed sheets, alarm clock, seating area and a private balcony facing the park which gives you a spectacular view of the park and spot different bird species around the area.
Facilities at broadbill camp include secure and free parking, bicycle rental, car hire, Wi-Fi, entertainment, restaurant and stocked bar.
While staying at Broadbill Forest Camp, you can do gorilla trekking, bird watching, nature walks, butterfly spotting, Batwa Experience, camping and bicycle riding
Nshongi Campsite
Nshongi Campsite is one of the best lodges for budget travelers in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park situated at the edge of the park, the campsite has 6 traditional bandas with hot showers, double beds and private bathrooms.
The campsite also has a campsite where you can come and set up your tent at a cheaper fee, the campsite has a restaurant that prepares 3 course meals by well – trained chefs.
Activities to do during your stay at Nshongi Campsite include gorilla trekking, tea plantation tours, entertainment by the local community, sightseeing, bird watching, Batwa pygmy visit and nature walks.
Kisoro Traveller’s Rest
Kisoro Traveler’s Rest is one of the nature lodges found in Uganda and is one of the oldest hotels in country, this is where the famous American primatologist – Dian Fossey called a second home.
This hotel provides views of the Virunga Volcanoes, the hotel has 11 en-suite rooms, a restaurant serving delicious meals and stocked bar with various drinks.
Gorilla Valley Lodge
Gorilla Valley Lodge is located at the border of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park boasting stunning views of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park of Rushaga Sector. The lodge has 12 en-suite rooms, a seating area, shower, towels, toilet, private bathroom, private terrace and mosquitoes fitted on the beds.
Facilities and services at Gorilla Valley Lodge include laundry service, fully stocked bar with soft, alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, restaurant serving delicious meals prepared by well-trained chefs and service of warm and friendly staff.
Tourist activities to do during your stay at Gorilla Valley Lodge include gorilla trekking, gorilla habituation experience, Batwa community visit, sight-seeing, nature and forest walks.
In conclusion, there are so many budget accommodations found in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
