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Top Campsites Near Bwindi Impenetrable National Park – Your Guide to Budget-Friendly Accommodations

Campsites in Bwindi – Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is home to endangered mountain gorillas found in four sectors: Buhoma, Rushaga, Ruhija, and Nkuringo.

Bwindi has many campsites that offer great accommodations to travelers.

Top Campsites near Bwindi

Some of the campsites in Bwindi are:

Buhoma Community Rest Camp

Buhoma Community Rest Camp is located in the Buhoma sector of Bwindi, approximately 5 minutes from the Buhoma headquarters. This accommodation is a budget facility that offers a large camping ground, camping tents, bandas, dormitories, and self-contained tents.

The camp facilities are designed in traditional African style using local materials.

Amenities include:

  • Restaurant
  • Well-stocked bar
  • Curio shop
  • Efficient power supply
  • Laundry services
  • Free parking space
  • 24-hour security

Ruhondeza Lodge and Campsite

The campsite is located in Buhoma village, close to the gorilla trekking starting point. It offers peaceful and comfortable accommodation with stunning views of the forest.

Amenities include:

  • Café with local and international foods
  • Clean toilets
  • Hot showers

Albertine Gorilla Campsite

Albertine Gorilla Campsite is located in the Nkuringo sector of Bwindi, about 10 km from the Uganda Wildlife Authority office.

The campsite offers clean and comfortable accommodation for budget travelers.

Amenities include:

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Clean rooms
  • Spacious restaurant
  • Hot showers
  • Free parking space

Nshongi Camp

Nshongi Camp is located in the Rushaga sector of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. It is built in African style using local materials.

The camp has four traditional bandas that offer comfortable accommodation.

Amenities include:

  • Double beds
  • Private bathrooms
  • Mosquito nets
  • Restaurant
  • Campfire
  • Hot coffee

Ruhija Gorilla Mist Camp

Ruhija Gorilla Mist Camp is located in the Ruhija sector of Bwindi. It offers accommodation with amazing views of the forest.

The accommodation has eight comfortable rooms, which are ideal for families and groups.

Amenities include:

  • Big beds
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Ample parking space
  • Fully stocked bar

Nkuringo Gorilla Camp

Nkuringo Gorilla Camp is located in the Nkuringo sector of Bwindi at the Nteko ridge. It offers high-quality accommodation and facilities.

Amenities include:

  • En-suite cottages
  • Bandas
  • Rooms
  • Tents
  • Restaurant
  • Well-stocked bar


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