Buhoma Community Rest Camp in Western Uganda, Uganda | Book online

Buhoma Community Rest Camp in Western Uganda, Uganda | Book online

Buhoma Community Rest Camp

Address: Buhoma, Bwindi Impenetrable Forest / National Park

Set in wooded grounds, this pleasant and well kept complex provides basic accommodation (with those all important hot showers!) and a restaurant which overlooks the forest canopy. No visitation fee is levied for staying here, unless you enter the park for gorilla tracking or walks in the forest.

Bwindi Impenetrable Forest is home to approximately 330 Mountain Gorillas (almost half of the world's total population). Bwindi is the only forest in Africa which has Chimpanzees and Mountain Gorillas co-existing. As well as hosting five other species of primate, the forest contains 113 species of mammal, over 200 species of butterfly, 360 bird species, 324 tree species and even a herd of forest elephant.

Uganda has a temperate climate all year round (25-20°C during the day and 5-10°C at night. Evenings at Bwindi can be chilly primarily due to the altitude which is just over 1,160 metres.

Facilities & Services

 

Activities available from the camp:

• Mountain Gorilla tracking (with pre-purchased permits)
• Forest walks in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
• Bird-watching
• Community walks
• Visit to the Batwa Pygmy Tribe
• Curio shopping in the village
• Visit to Bwindi Community Hospital to find out how their work is benefitting the local community

Facilities:

• Back-up Power Generator
• Car Parking

• Laundry Service available

• Restaurant(s)

Languages Spoken:

• English

Policies and Other Information

Late check-out policy:

Flexible depending on demand.

 
Children policy:

Children are welcome!

 
Payment forms:

Cash

 
Check in time: 10:00
Check out time: 10:00

Other Disclosures:

Rates include government taxes but exclude park entry fees.

If you are planning to track the mountain gorillas, it is important to ensure that you pre-purchase your gorilla permits before arrival.

Cancellation Policy:

• 100% payment up front in order to secure your booking
• Any cancellations made more than 30 days before the date of arrival incur a fee of 75% of your payment
• 8-30 days - a cancellation fee of 50%
• 0-7 days - a cancellation fee of 100%

Source: http://www.ugandasafarilodges.travel/Buhoma_Community_Rest_Camp

Explorers River Camp in Jinja, Uganda | Book online

Explorers River Camp in Jinja, Uganda | Book online

Explorers River Camp

Address: Bujagali Falls , Jinja

A big part of the accommodation is nestled amongst lush vegetation which overlooks the mighty Nile River. You can expect to spot a variety of tropical birds, particularly from the comfort of one of the ‘secluded showers' which also boast fantastic views. Choose from a private banda, a dorm room (each sleeps 4 people) or bring your own tent.

The camp serves up tasty and inexpensive meals, but if you'd prefer something a little more up-market, you can always pop to the Black Lantern a la carte restaurant next door.

The staff is happy to arrange tours and activities, including rafting, kayaking, quad-biking and horseback safaris, or please visit the tours/activities page on this site.

Facilities & Services

 

Facilities:

• Back-up Power Generator
• Bar(s)
• [ more ]
• Car Parking
• Internet available onsite

• Laundry Service available
• Mobile Phone Reception
• Reading Room
• Restaurant(s)

• Self Serve Laundry
• Souvenir/Gift Shop(s)
• Tour Desk

Services:

• Arrival/departure point transfers (Included in price for most common arrival point)

• Security Guard (24 hrs)

• Shuttle Service (i.e. to/from town centre - extra charge)

Recreation:

• Board/Leisure Games
• Horse Riding

• Jet ski/Boat motorized (chargeable)

• Kayaks

Languages Spoken:

• English

Policies and Other Information

Late check-out policy:

Late check-out is flexible depending on demand.

 
Children policy:

Children are welcome!

 
Payment forms:

Cash

 
Check in time: 10:00
Check out time: 10:00

Other Disclosures:

Rates include government taxes.

Cancellation Policy:

• 100% payment up front in order to secure your booking
• Any cancellations made more than 30 days before the date of arrival incur a fee of 50% of your payment
• 8-30 days - a cancellation fee of 50%
• 0-7 days - a cancellation fee of 100%

Source: http://www.jinja-hotels.travel/Explorers_River_Camp

Murchison Falls in Western Uganda, Uganda | Book online

Murchison Falls in Western Uganda, Uganda | Book online

Murchison Falls

Duration: 4 day(s) - Location: Murchison Falls National Park.

Instant booking available

One of Uganda's more popular parks, Murchison covers 3,840 square kilometre and is one of the few parks in the country where you can spot Rothchild's giraffe (the only other park is Kidepo in the north). The Falls were discovered in 1870 by an explorer called Sir Samuel Baker and were named after the President of the National Geographic Society, who sponsored his expedition.

Your tour will include a game drives on the open plains, which are dotted with exotic Borassus Palms and which are a particular habitat for Ugandan Kob. You can also expect to see a parade of Elephant, Lion, Topi, Buffalo and Warthog, to name a few.

You will also take the scenic launch cruise along the river, to the base of the falls. Along this 17km stretch of river are Elephant, Hippo, Buffalo, Waterbuck and an abundance of Crocs! The birdlife is also prolific, and includes the enigmatic and unique 'dinosaur bird', the Shoebill Stork. The boat trip climaxes at the foot of the falls where the river explodes through a 7-metre cleft in the rock, thundering down a drop of approximately 43 metres.

Itinerary

Day 1

Drive (8 hours) to Murchison Falls National Park

Nile Safari Camp

Meal plan: Lunch, Dinner

Day 2 & 3

Game drives and game walks in one of Uganda's most spectacular protected areas.

Nile Safari Camp

Meal plan: Full board

Day 4

Drive (8 hours) back to Entebbe.

Meal plan: Breakfast

Participant guidelines

INCLUSIONS:

• Accommodation in standard twin rooms
• Meals as indicated in the daily meal plan
• All road transfers as indicated
• Services of an English speaking guide
• Park fees
• All activities described in the itinerary, unless specified as extras
• Mineral water, tea and coffee in the vehicle
• Medical evacuation to a hospital in Nairobi

EXCLUSIONS:

• International air fares, entry visa fees, domestic and international departure tax
• Beverages other than those in the vehicle
• All expenses of a personal nature
• Tips and gratuities to your driver guide, park guides, hotel staff etc

Source: http://www.ugandasafarilodges.travel/Murchison_Falls

Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary in Western Uganda, Uganda | Book online

Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary in Western Uganda, Uganda | Book online

Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary

Address: c/o PO Box 71020, Murchison Falls National Park

Ziwa isn't just home to the rhinos. The Sanctuary - which occupies 70km of land - also plays host to vervet monkeys, orphaned bushbucks, prolific birdlife, as well as hippos and crocodiles. Accommodation is basic yet comfortable, but with so much open space, you will spend most of your time relaxing in the sunshine, enjoying the peace and tranquility, going on nature walks or of course, dropping in on the rhinos!

Rhino Tracking:

Your trek will take approximately 1-2 hours. Before you set off, your experienced ranger will outline the guidelines for your safety and then you will drive to the rhino's nearest location, before setting off on foot. You will have the opportunity to observe the rhinos at very close range - including the 3 new arrivals, which signify the first baby rhinos born in Uganda in 27 years.

Facilities & Services

 

 

Ziwa has an excellent restaurant on site, with delicious hearty meals provided throughout the day. There is also a volleyball court on site, and plans for the construction of a swimming pool and tennis courts.

Facilities:

• Back-up Power Generator
• Banquet/Function Facilities
• [ more ]
• Bar(s)

• Car Parking
• Mobile Phone Reception
• Restaurant(s)

• Souvenir/Gift Shop(s)
• Wheelchair access

Services:

• Daily Housekeeping

• Pets Allowed

• Security Guard (24 hrs)

Recreation:

• Bird-watching
• Bushwalking/Hiking/Trekking

• Nature walks
• Plans to construct a swimming pool

• Rhino tracking
• Volleyball

Languages Spoken:

• English
•  

Policies and Other Information

Late check-out policy:

Late check-out is flexible depending on demand.

 
Children policy:

• Children are welcome!
• All children aged 4-12 years are charged half price on accommodation and food
• Children under 4 years of age are free

 



Payment forms:

Cash

 
Check in time: 11:00
Check out time: 10:00

Other Disclosures:

Rates exclude the $10 Park Levy and all activities including Rhino Tracking. Please enquire on booking for further information.
Approximate prices for food:

• Breakfast: Between $4 and $7
• Lunch: $8
• Lunch packs: $5
• Dinner (3 courses): $12

Cancellation Policy:

• 100% payment up front in order to secure your booking
• Any cancellations made more than 30 days before the date of arrival incur a fee of 50% of your payment
• 8-30 days - a cancellation fee of 50%
• 0-7 days - a cancellation fee of 100%

 Source: http://www.ugandasafarilodges.travel/Ziwa_Rhino_Sanctuary

The Nile Experience in Jinja, Uganda | Book online

The Nile Experience in Jinja, Uganda | Book online

The Nile Experience

Duration: 10 day(s) - Location: Bujagali Falls, Jinja

Instant booking available

This package will allow you to maximise your time and make the most of your trip. You will be fully ‘guided' for the duration, which means you will get top quality coaching as well as being able to enjoy the impressive Nile water in a safe and organised environment. Please see the itinerary for further details.

Itinerary

Day 1: You will be met by a Kayak the Nile representative at Entebbe International Airport and transferred to Bujagali Falls in Jinja (approx 3 hours). After checking into your dormitory accommodation (upgrades available), you will visit some of the local villages, passing by some of the Nile's spectacular rapids.

Day 2: After breakfast we head down to ‘Kalagala Falls' where we start the second-day stretch of the Nile. Our guide will ‘introduce' you to this section, which has world-class play waves - a taster for you to check-out the best, and then to give you plenty of time to play.

Day 3: Today, we head down to the ‘Kayak Session" ramp and launch ourselves onto the Nile for the full One-Day section. Our guide will lead you down different lines to suit your ability, giving detailed descriptions of the rapids and scouting where necessary.

Day 4: After a morning of relaxation we head to the water again to run the first 10km of the river. You will have covered this on Day 1, so it will give you a chance to become more familiar with the river and check out some of the many different lines.

Day 5: Here, an early morning zip wire from high up over the river is an optional extra. Then we return to run the full One- Day stretch, which finishes at ‘Itanda Falls'. This huge spectacular rapid is an exhilarating ride for the very skilled and the very brave! Our guide will be at hand to advise on all the different lines during the day.

Day 6: A lighter day, with opportunities to explore the many channels the Bujagali area has to offer.

Day 7: We have a more leisurely start the next day and ‘session' all the waves, all the way down the river. Our top class guides will be on hand, as well as members of the Ugandan Kayaking Team to offer coaching on ‘big air' tricks. In the evening we reach the ‘Hairy Lemon' Island - our very beautiful mid-river campsite. It has an added attraction: it is five minutes paddle from the ‘Nile Special' - probably the worlds sweetest surf wave!!

Day 8: After a leisurely morning we paddle downstream to ‘Malalu', the perfect wave to practice those big air tricks. It has good eddy access and a flat pool behind it. This is a coaching paradise. In the evening we head back to the ‘Hairy Lemon' for a relaxed evening by the fire.

Day 9: Today we head back up to ‘Kalagala Falls', where we run this impressive section once again. After playing all the way down to ‘Malalu' we take the scenic drive back up to Bujagali Falls to party away our last night in Uganda.

Day 10: Waking super early, we drive down to Lake Victoria where we head out to catch the sunrise. Although it seems quite a mission, it is certainly worth it. This is one of the most spectacular sights you will see. After some local style breakfast by the lake we take the drive back to Entebbe to fly home. Alternatively you can stay on!! We are more than happy to organise an extension.

Cancellation policy

• 100% deposit in order to secure your booking
• Any cancellations made more than 30 days before the date of your tour/activity incur a fee of 50% of your payment
• 8-30 days – a cancellation fee of 75%
• 0-7 days – a cancellation fee of 100%

Children policy

The minimum age is 15 years. Full adult rate applies.

Source: http://www.jinja-hotels.travel/The_Nile_Experience

Roar of DeNile Over'Knighter Safari in Jinja, Uganda | Book online

Roar of DeNile Over'Knighter Safari in Jinja, Uganda | Book online

Roar of DeNile Over'Knighter Safari

Duration: 2 day(s) - Location: Bujagali Falls, Jinja

Instant booking available

The cascade that forms the first ‘big step' as the Nile makes its long journey to the Mediterranean is called Bujagali Falls - the starting point for your safari. Quad-biking is a popular activity that has been available for several years at this spot, though the safaris are unique to this part of the world.

The trips make it possible for groups, families and individuals to get off the beaten track and see special parts of the area surrounding the Source of the Nile - ride along the banks through farms, forest and villages; give the locals a wave and watch out for the amazing variety of birdlife.

This trip is very flexible and the route can be tailor made. Bring bathers, as there are plenty of opportunities for a swim en-route...

A portion of your payment goes towards community projects such as: school buildings, security lighting, tree re-planting schemes etc.

Itinerary

Day 1:

• Pre-safari training session - to allow you to familiarise yourself with the quad-bike
• Start of the trip - departing from the base at Bujagali Falls
• Back to base for lunch
• Safari continues along the river
• Overnight stop

Day 2:

• Safari continues after breakfast
• Back to base for lunch

Participant guidelines

Bring your own CLOSED FOOTWEAR (trainers, boots etc), a camera, a change of clothes, swimming gear and an appetite for adventure!

Included in the price:

• Pre-safari training session (no previous experience required)
• Protective clothing (helmet, goggles, overalls, bandana and gumboots - if required). A fresh set of overalls are provided on the second day
• Bottled mineral water and meals
• Most of the guides have more than 6 years experience (including First Aid Training) and carry First Aid Kits

Other disclosures

Overnight accommodation is not included in the price. Please contact us to arrange this.

Cancellation policy

• 100% deposit in order to secure your booking
• Any cancellations made more than 30 days before the date of your tour/activity incur a fee of 50% of your payment
• 8-30 days – a cancellation fee of 75%
• 0-7 days – a cancellation fee of 100%

Children policy

The following rates apply:

• Kids Quads, short circuit (15 minutes): $9 (15,000 Ugandan shillings)
• Kids Quads, 'extraaa circuit' (35 minutes): $15 (30,000 Ugandan shillings)

Using carefully designed, supervised circuits, we provide the opportunity for children to safely experience the joy of riding an All Terrain Vehicle (ATV) using our fully automatic 'Kids Quads'.

Ages - from 6 - 14 years.

For children who are too small to ride for themselves, we offer the option of riding with our guides or a capable family member.

Source: http://www.jinja-hotels.travel/Roar_of_DeNile_Over_Knighter_Safari

Banana Village in Kampala and Entebbe, Uganda | Book online

Banana Village in Kampala and Entebbe, Uganda | Book online

Banana Village

Address: Entebbe, Entebbe

The Semakadde family has built Banana Village around the philosophy that ‘every guest at the village is a chief whose desires and needs command respect and personal attention', reflecting the style of a typical 18^th century African village.

Local dishes are prepared in a traditional kitchen and much of the produce is grown in the surrounding villages. The restaurant is set in beautiful gardens - a great place for children to play. The dining area also functions as a flexible space for workshops, conferences, and gatherings.

The retreat centre is set in a bird sanctuary, and also attracts the local monkeys. Horse-riding trips are also available. Plans are currently afoot to construct a swimming pool and health spa.

Facilities & Services

 

Facilities:

• Baby Cot/Crib Available
• Back-up Power Generator
• [ more ]
• Banana Village is happy to assist with arranging tours.

• Banquet/Function Facilities
• Car Parking
• Conference Facilities

• Mobile Phone Reception
• Restaurant(s)
• Tour Desk

Services:

• Arrival/departure point transfers (Included in price for most common arrival point)

• Daily Housekeeping

• Security Guard (24 hrs)

Recreation:

• Bird watching
• Cultural Visits/Tours
• [ more ]
• Horse Riding
• Jogging/Walking

• Visit the local brick-makers
• Visit to Entebbe Zoo
• Visit to Ngamba Island's Chimpanzee Sanctuary

• Visit to the Botanical Gardens
• Wander the tracks leading to the Wetlands
• sand diggers and stone cutters

Languages Spoken:

• English

Policies and Other Information

Late check-out policy:

Flexible depending on demand.

 
Children policy:

• Children are welcome
• Children under 5 years of age are free
• Children between the age of 5 - 10 are charged $10

 



Payment forms:

Cash

 
Check in time: 10:00
Check out time: 10:00

Other Disclosures:

Rates do not include government taxes.

Cancellation Policy:

• 100% payment up front in order to secure your booking
• Any cancellations made more than 30 days before the date of arrival incur a fee of 50% of your payment
• 8-30 days - a cancellation fee of 50%
• 0-7 days - a cancellation fee of 100%

Source: http://www.kampala-entebbe-hotels.travel/Banana_Village

Sophie's Motel in Kampala and Entebbe, Uganda | Book online

Sophie's Motel in Kampala and Entebbe, Uganda | Book online

Sophie's Motel

Address: P O Box 730, Entebbe

Sophie's is suitable for all occasions, but is most popular for travellers en route to and from the airport. The motel is situated in a quiet, up-market residential area, on a tree-lined street, with great views of the lake. Ciao Bella Pizzeria is next door, though the motel also has its own restaurant serving a range of local dishes.

A free airport shuttle service is available.

Facilities & Services

 

  

Facilities:

• Baby Cot/Crib Available
• Back-up Power Generator
• [ more ]
• Banquet/Function Facilities
• Car Parking
• Conference Facilities

• Fitness Club/Gym
• Internet available onsite
• Laundry Service available
• Mobile Phone Reception

• Newspapers/ Magazines Available
• Restaurant(s)
• Safe at reception
• Souvenir/Gift Shop(s)

Services:

• Arrival/departure point transfers (Included in price for most common arrival point)
• Laundry/Ironing

• Luggage store.
• Security Guard (24 hrs)

• Shuttle Service (i.e. to/from town centre - extra charge)

Recreation:

• Pool

Languages Spoken:

• English

Policies and Other Information

Late check-out policy:

Late check-out is flexible depending on demand.

 
Children policy:

• Children are welcome
• Baby cots are available

 


Payment forms:

Cash

 
Check in time: 10:00
Check out time: 10:00

Other Disclosures:

Rates include government taxes.

Cancellation Policy:

• 100% payment up front in order to secure your booking
• Any cancellations made more than 30 days before the date of arrival incur a fee of 50% of your payment
• 8-30 days - a cancellation fee of 50%
• 0-7 days - a cancellation fee of 100%

Source: http://www.kampala-entebbe-hotels.travel/Sophie_s_Motel