Bugoma Jungle Lodge - THE home of UGANDAN mangabey
Bugoma Jungle Lodge is located 5 km off Kabwoya trading center, along Hoima Kagadi Road, 40 km South of Hoima. The lodge is a perfect stop over for lunch or accommodation on route between Murchison Falls National Park and Kibale National Park / Fort Portal. Found in Bugoma Forest protected reserve, you can enjoy nature walks to see the endemic Ugandan mangabeys and hear the sounds of Chimpanzees, it is a wonderful birding destination and many other primates are seen from the lodge. Bugoma Jungle Lodge is a small eco-friendly Tented Camp, with raised en-suite wooden deck cottages, grass thatched roof and spacious tents.
About the Lodge
Bugoma Jungle Lodge is an eco-friendly Tented Camp, with raised en-suite wooden deck cottages, grass thatched roof and spacious tents. The main building has the restaurant, bar and upper floor panoramic open verandas surrounded by the sounds of nature.
Quick Info
The Lodge is located in Bugoma Forest reserve. Follow the road for 5km off Kabwoya trading center, along the Hoima-Kagadi Road, 40 km south of Hoima (30 minutes’ drive). This is a perfect stop over for lunch, accommodation and travel experiences en route between Murchison Falls Park and Kibale National Park/Fort Portal.
Private en suite raised mixed tent cottages (5), grass thatched, all self-contained with annexed bathroom.
Room facilities:
- Queen/ twin/Single & triple room setting
- Sitting chairs and table.
- Reading desk & reading light
- Luggage rack
- Wardrobe
- Refillable drinking water bottle
- Laundry bag & basket
- Electricity sockets for light power use (charging phones and cameras)
We use solar energy for both all the electrical system and solar water heaters. A backup generator is available for necessity and in case of special needs. All the rooms are equipped with sockets for light use like charging of batteries. The hair dryer is available on request from the reception and can be used on generator.
WIFI internet is available at the restaurant
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Laundry for in house guests is available; a laundry list is found in the room’s desk. Leave the clothes in the special laundry bag and basket. We inform our clients about the use of laundry, efficient use of water to reduce water pollution and water waste.
Check in at 2PM
Check out at 10 am.
Travel Experiences at bugoma
Enjoy the sounds of nature, while observing the wildlife and birds at Ishasha Jungle Lodge, where the Ishasha plains are one of the best savannah experiences in Uganda. The sundowner in the jungle is a way to connect to the wilderness and to the Earth. River Ntungwe crosses along the lodge where a camp fire and bush breakfast are giving visitors the opportunity to fully feel the power of nature. In the surrounding areas, communities live a simple life and Kameme village is an example of a village walk where to learn about economic activities and culture while interacting with the people.
Uganda Mangabey Nature Walk
The Ugandan Mangabey nature walk is possible thanks to the development of eco-tourism in Bugoma Forest, which has the objective to protect this endangered primate and its forest habitat. Briefing is provided at Bugoma Jungle Lodge and guests walk directly entering the forest trails opposite the lodge. One of the most exciting moments is when tourists come to hear the calls and characteristic sounds of mangabeys.
Planting a tree
Every visitor coming to Bugoma Jungle Lodge as well travelling to Uganda should actively participate in sustainable tourism. We offer the travel experience of planting an indigenous typical tree in the area under reforestation of Every 5 Acres. This project was launched in 2021 with the objective to reforest a minimum of 100 acres of land, by acquiring and thereafter by reforesting. By doing so, we work for the restoration of chimpanzee’s habitat and we combat climate change by offsetting carbon emissions. We invite tourists to symbolically plant a tree as a way of contributing to a more sustainable tourism.
Bugoma Jungle Lodge Loop Trail
A guided loop trail is available free of charge at Bugoma Jungle Lodge, following the trail along the private forest of the lodge. The trail goes through thick forest and a small swamp. This activity gives the opportunity to sight primates, which are here regularly inhabitants (including the Ugandan Mangabey), as well as various birds’ species, sometimes including the rare endangered Grey Parrot. The Nahan’s Francolin is a red listed classified species which is also endemic to the Bugoma habitat and may be seen along the loop trail of Bugoma Jungle Lodge.
Commuity Walk in Nyakafunjo & Kyamujogo Villages
This is a unique travel experience that the lodge organizes in the national park of Queen Elizabeth. Guests will enjoy for about one hour the sundowner over the sprawling savannah as they relax in a set of chairs and having drinks, beers and snacks. The full package with service is provided by the lodge, while guests pay the entrance to the park.
NOTE: this includes snacks, drinks, service; it excludes transport and entry fee to the national park.
Visit the Projects of Association for Conservation of Bugoma Forest
This activity is done from Bugoma Jungle Lodge and allows visitors to appreciate the various conservation projects of ACBF. You will visit ;
- The public nursery of indigenous species supporting afforestation projects and agro-forestry for the farmers.
- The site of the project Every 5 Acres where land is acquired for afforestation and for the conservation purpose of regaining the chimpanzees’ habitat you see the reforestation area and you can plant a tree.
For more Visit www.bugomaconservation.org.
Birding Walk
Guided birding walks are available from Bugoma Jungle Lodge and follow the trails of the community village walks and the internal loop trail. Our guide will help visitors spotting the typical birds of the area and follow the birding check list of Bugoma Forest.
BEFORE YOU BOOK INFO
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The Lodge is located in Bugoma Forest reserve. Follow the road for 5km off Kabwoya trading center, along the Hoima-Kagadi Road, 40 km south of Hoima (30 minutes’ drive). This is a perfect stop over for lunch, accommodation and travel experiences en route between Murchison Falls Park and Kibale National Park/Fort Portal
Children below 3 years are for free of charge-Between 3 and 12years, they pay 50% of adult’s rate when sharing accommodation.
Above 12 years children pay same rate as the adult.
Payment can be done at the head office of Uganda Jungle Lodges LTD at plot 1127 kitintale road-Kampala. Or by bank deposit/transfer on account at Centenary bank.
Name of account: Bugoma Jungle Lodge
Account number: 3100071324(USD)
Swift code: CERBUGKA,
Branch: Main branch Mapera Kampala-Uganda
OR online by Pesapal link below with 5% deposit charge.
https://payments.pesapal.com/bugomajunglelodge
Full board accommodation (breakfast, lunch, dinner) or half board accommodation (breakfast and dinner) Tea and coffee station, inclusive of VAT and local government taxes.
Drinks and beverages served from the bar and restaurant, Laundry-Tips, National park or forest reserve fees, any transfer road or air, tips, optional activities and community and conservation fees.
The health and well-being of our guests, associates and community is our top priority. That is why we have developed a comprehensive set of enhanced safety, sanitation and operational guidelines.
Each cottage has a set of first aid kit, fire extinguishers, all surfaces, handles and buttons are effectively sanitized using special tools and alcohol-based products.
Our rooms are thoroughly cleaned and sanitized with alcohol-based detergents after each Guest departs, to safeguard health and comfort.
The dining areas of the Ishasha Jungle Lodge (breakfast, restaurant, bar) are open for our guests. In order to continue to offer the best possible welcome, strict sanitation and hygiene procedures have been adopted, starting with the kitchen and extending to the way the tables are arranged, in accordance with the Ministry of Health in Uganda laws and regulations.
We store your luggage for you at the reception either prior to arrival or post check out, to allow you to enjoy the sights of Ishasha Jungle Lodge without extra baggage.
We offer our guests a wide variety of international, local and Italian made menu. The lodge give the importance to the culture of food preparation and knowledge following the concept of slow food international with the attention to selection of fresh, good, organic and original ingredients.
CONTACT DETAILS
ADDRESS
Jungle House, Kitintale
bugoma@ugandajunglelodges.com
TELEPHONE
+256 (0) 787 220107