Buhoma Community Bandas are located in the Buhoma sector of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. They overlook the ancient forest and the surrounding hills. The staff are welcoming, making your stay comfortable and homely.
Accommodation is offered in self-contained bandas and at a campsite where guests can pitch their own tents or hire one from the lodge. Travelers can choose to stay in bandas or tents depending on their budget.
Guests can take part in activities such as community and village visits, bird watching, butterfly viewing, local banana beer brewing, handicraft weaving, and more. In the evenings, local groups perform traditional music and dances.
There is also a craft shop where you can buy souvenirs to take home or give as gifts. The bar offers both soft and alcoholic drinks, while the restaurant serves local and international meals. Buhoma Community Bandas is one of the best budget places to stay in Bwindi.
Nature Walks in Buhoma
Most nature walks in Bwindi can be done in the Buhoma sector. The trails include River Ivy Trail, Muzabajiro Loop Trail, Rushura Hill Trail, Munyaga River Trail, and the Waterfall Trail. These walks take you through the forest where you may see primates and different bird species.
Gorilla Trekking Permits in Buhoma
Gorilla trekking in Bwindi is the main activity. Permits for Buhoma are often limited because the sector is the closest to Kampala and is easily reached through the Ishasha sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park or Kihihi Airstrip.
Visitors planning to stay at Buhoma Community Bandas should book permits in advance. A gorilla permit in Uganda costs $800 per person.
Best Time to Visit
Buhoma Community Bandas can be visited all year round. The best time for gorilla trekking is from June to September and from December to February.
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