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Buhoma Homestead

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Buhoma Homestead

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About Buhoma Homestead

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Buhoma Homestead is a small, mid range property situated less than 5 minutes walk from the National Park offices in Buhoma, the gorilla trekking headquarters. Accommodation is in 8, en suite spacious twin / double cottage units with individual verandahs allowing excellent views towards the pristine tropical rain forests of the area. All bathrooms have hot and cold running water and flush toilets. A solar system provides for lighting in the cottages, common areas and central facilities for video and camera charging. As well as gorilla trekking, nature walks are available locally. 

The evenings can be cool as the lodge is at almost 1500metres above sea level, but the fire the communal area provides a cosy and warm environment in which guests can meet. A bar service provides local beers, waragi (Ugandan gin), sodas and wines for purchase. Meals are freshly prepared and served in generous portions. A variety of international dishes are served as well as local dishes. Meals are served either outside on the terrace or in the indoor dining room, according to weather conditions.

The lodge has been designed to be eco-friendly and built in a way to minimise impact or footprint on the surrounding area.  Construction is from local materials and locally grown foodstuffs are used to support the surrounding communities.

The village community nearby can be walked around (guided or not) where you can see the school and hospital the village and a medicine man, there is also a local orphanage.  There is a small local fee for this community walk but the funds to contribute directly to the village.  There is also a local Batwa Pygmy tribe that you can visit.

Highlights and information

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Highlights

  • Comfortable accommodation in a small eco-friendly property offering a homely atmosphere.
  • Convenient location near the National Park offices in Buhoma, the gorilla trekking headquarters.
  • Good community relations with local villages
  • Tropical rainforest environment

Situation

Bwindi Impenetable Forest, Uganda. 3 hours from QENP (Ishasha sector), full day drive from Entebbe or Kampala.

Activities

Gorilla trekking. Nature walks, village walks, bird watching, visit the Batwa Pygmy tribe, visit local orphanage.

Facilities

Chalet accommodation with en-suite bathrooms and verandas overlooking the forest. Communal areas include a lounge, dining room and bar. rechargin facilities are available (UK square pin).

Child policy

Families welcome.

Open

All year.

Pricing guidelines for Uganda

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We hope the following will give you a rough idea of costs. These are quoted per person based on twin share for two people, without international flights but including internal flights. We’ve used good standard accommodation throughout. There are nearly always ways to spend more money than we’ve suggested (!), but these prices show a good and realistic range for each type of trip.

International flights will add from about £500 to £700 depending on the season and route (unless the airlines have special offers). Uganda combines well with Rwanda and Kenya. Please note that gorillas permits add on about US$500 per visit. We charge these to you at the time of booking.

For a specific personal quote based on any tailor made itinerary you have in mind, please contact us and we’ll be happy to help you.

  • Example tripPrice per person
  • 1 week gorillas and game safariBetween £2000 and £2500
  • 2 week highlights of Uganda holidayBetween £3500 and £4500
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