Birdnest @ Lake Bunyonyi Resort – Luxury
Birdnest @Lake Bunyonyi Resort is an upmarket / luxury accommodation establishment on the shores of Lake Bunyonyi – the second deepest lake in Africa with a count of 29 Islands.
Birdnest @Lake Bunyonyi Resort Facilities & Services
- 24/7 reception desk
- Daily house keeping
- Babysitting service from 8am-9pm
- Self-contained rooms
- DSTV in the lounge area
- WIFI in public area’s
- swimming pool
- Pool table
- Restaurant
- Main Bar
- Terraces
- Sun beds
- Pool bar
- Library
Accommodation at Birdnest @Lake Bunyonyi Resort is presented both in the main lodge building and the Overseas Cottages. The rooms at the main lodge are block rooms presented in;
- Single room
- Double room
- Twin room
- Triple
- Family
While the Overseas cottages overlook the main lodge and the private cottages are price friendly with breakfast served there and the lunch and dinner served at the main lodge for Lake Bunyonyi. The overseas cottages are self-contained.
Accommodation Rates for Birdnest@Lake Bunyonyi Resort Main Lodge
| Room Type | Rates on BB | |
| Single | $160 | $140 |
| Double | $190 | $170 |
| Triple | $210 | $190 |
| Family | $235 | $210 |
Accommodation Rates for Birdnest Eco Over seas
| Room Type | High season | Low season |
| Cottage Deluxe double | $95 | $85 |
| Cottage Basic Double | $85 | $75 |
Arcadia Cottages Bunyonyi – Midrange
Arcadia Cottages Bunyonyi is positioned on a raised hill with panoramic views of Lake Bunyonyi below. The Arcadia Cottages Bunyonyi is spread on 14 acres offering it an opportunity to present spacious accommodation and chilling places.
Facilities at Arcadia Cottages Bunyonyi
- Remarkable lake views
- 11 self-contained cottages
- Restaurant
- Bar
- 14 acres of beautiful gardens
- Motor launch for lake cruises
- Jetskis and quadbikes for hire
- Wi-Fi in main lodge area
Accommodation is presented in 11 en suite cottages with panoramic views of the lake and it’s islands and are configured as;
- Single
- Double
- Twin
Accommodation Rates for Arcadia Cottages Bunyonyi
| Room Type | Full Board | Half Board | Bed & Breakfast |
| Single | $145 | $130 | $115 |
| Double | $265 | $245 | $225 |
| Twin | $265 | $245 | $225 |
| Family | $485 | $455 | $425 |
| Triple | $440 | $355 | $330 |
Bunyonyi Safaris Resort – Midrange
Bunyonyi Safari Resort is a midrange / standard accommodation on the shores of Lake Bunyonyi in the Kagalama village overlooking the lake.
Accommodation at Bunyonyi Safaris Resort is provided in Single & double Cottages, Single & double hotel rooms, Suites and Dormitories.
Facilities at Bunyonyi Safari Resort
- Restaurant
- Gear for Camping and fishing
- Vehicle/Car rentals
- Gym, steam & sauna
- Swimming Pier
- Internet access
- Boat & Canoes
- 24Hour Room Service
- Conference Facilities
Accommodation Rates for Bunyonyi Safaris Resort
| Rooms | Rate |
| Cottage | $80 |
| Single room Hotel | $70 |
| Double room Hotel | $120 |
| Triple room Hotel | $150 |
| Suite | $250 |
| Dormitory | $45 |
Lake Bunyonyi Eco Resort – Midrange
Lake Bunyonyi Eco Resort is a midrange / standard accommodation establishment that is located on Kyahugye Island in the middle of Lake Bunyonyi surrounded by a count of wildlife including the Debrazza monkeys, the water bucks, Impala antelope and Burchell’s Zebra.
Accommodation at Lake Bunyonyi Eco Resort is provided in privately located cottages that are built using natural materials like timber and grass thatch and features a touch of modernity and tradition.
The cottages are self-contained secluded in the forest with private wooden decks overlooking the Lake of a thousand Islands – Lake Bunyonyi with its 29 Islands. The cottages feature deluxe single, twin and double beds and the standard single, double and twin beds.
Lake Bunyonyi Eco Resort Facilities
- Restaurant
- Bar
- Boat transfer to & from the main land
- Guides’ accommodation
- On site wildlife viewing
- Motorbike transport from the shore
- Extensive gardens
Accommodation Rates for Lake Bunyonyi Eco Resort
| Room Type | Half Board | Full Board |
| Standard room | $120 | $140 |
| Deluxe | $150 | $160 |
| Twin | $140 | $160 |
| Single Occupancy | $100 | $110 |
| Children (4 – 13) | $80 | $90 |
Lake Bunyonyi Overland Resort – Midrange
Lake Bunyonyi Overland Resort is a midrange / Standard accommodation establishment perched on the shores of Lake Bunyonyi.
Accommodation at Lake Bunyonyi Overland Resort features cozy safari tents, family cottages, cottages, rooms and provision for camping and self-camping.
Furnished Safari Tents at Lake Bunyonyi Overland Resort
- Ten (10) safari tents perched on elevated platforms
- Own terrace overlooking the Lake Bunyonyi.
- Twin beds
- Electric lighting
- 2 directors chairs
- Writing table
- Hammock
- Shared bathroom and toilet facilities.
Cottages at Lake Bunyonyi Overland Resort
- 12 cottages positioned in two terraced blocks overlooking the lake
- Twin & double beds
- Self-contained
- Small private terrace
- Electric lighting & power points for recharging
Family Cottages at Lake Bunyonyi Overland Resort
- 2 family cottages
- En suite
- Satellite TV
- Lounge
- Two bedrooms & takes up to 4 people
- Equipped kitchen with utensils
- Small terrace
Rooms at Lake Bunyonyi Overland Resort
- 4 rooms
- not self-contained & guests use toilet facilities of the safari tent & campsite
- Electric lighting & power points
Mobile tent accommodation at Lake Bunyonyi Overland Resort
- Tents and the camping gear provided
Self-camping at Lake Bunyonyi Overland Resort
- Carry own tent and camping gear
Facilities at Lake Bunyonyi Overland Resort
- Accommodation in cottages, furnished tents & rooms
- self-camping with shared running tap water, flushing toilets and hot showers
- Adequate & secure car parking
- Well stocked bar
- Restaurant
- Fire Place
- Conference space
- Craft shop
- Reading material
- Areas for picnic and relaxation
- Satellite TV
- Safe custody for valuables
- Grocery with vital items
- Laundry service
- 24 hour security, first aid & emergency contacts
- 24/7 internet connection charged $100 per minute
- Wi-Fi
Accommodation Rates at Bunyonyi Overland Resort
| Pitching own tent | $8pp |
| Mobile Tent hire | $12pp |
| Mobile tent hire with bedding | $14pp |
| Dormitory bed | $15pp |
| Furnished Tent Single | $30pn |
| Furnished Tent Double | $40pn |
| Single room | $35pn |
| Double room | $45pn |
| Single Cottage | $45pn |
| Double Cottage | $60 |
| Family Cottage | $120 |
| Canoe rental | $10 per day |
| Mountain bike rental | $10 per day |
| Overnight parking | $1pn per vehicle |
| Day Parking over 3 hours | $0.5 per vehicle |
| Day Parking less than 3 hours | Free |
| Picnic fee | $3 |
Bushara Island Camp – Budget
Bushara Island Camp is a budget / basic accommodation establishment positioned on Bushara Island on of the 29 islands that are found within Lake Bunyonyi.
Bushara Island Camp is serenely located amidst lush eucalyptus forest and is accessed by boat Bushara Island Camp is part of the Lake Bunyonyi Development Company (LBDC) a local non-profit organization that undertakes a range of humanitarian initiatives like care for orphans, agro-forestry, projects for income generation, scholarships, HIV/AIDS sensitization among others.
Accommodation at Bushara Island Camp is presented in counts of cottages and the safari tents and all are self-contained.
Safari Tents at Bushara Island Camp
- Feature original African experience
- Feature 1 Queen bed or 2 doubles or 2 singles
- Take up to four people
Dove and Pitta Cottages at Bushara Island Camp
- 2 grass-thatched cottages
- Feature 1 Queen bed and 1 single
- Private patio with the views of the lake
Kingfisher Cottage at Bushara Island Camp
- Largest family-size cottage
- Has 2 bedrooms – 1 with a Queen bed & two singles in another
- Living room
- Private patio
- Can take up to 4-6 with provision for addition
Whydah Tree house at Bushara Island Camp
- 1st wooden cottage at Bushara
- Has 2 double beds and 1 single,
- Private patio
Group Sites at Bushara Island Camp
- A range of group campsites for self-camping
- Equipped with showers and latrines
Bushara Island Camp Facilities
- Restaurant
- Conference hall named Obusingye
- Bar
Accommodation Rates for Bushara Island Camp
| Room Type | Rate |
| Tent | Bed only |
| Single Occupancy | $35 |
| Double Occupancy | $40 |
| Extra Night | $18 |
| Children 5 – 12 years per child | $10 – 20 |
| Children below 5 years | Free |
| Cottage Pitta & Dove | |
| Single Occupancy | $35 |
| Double Occupancy | $40 |
| Extra Person | $18 |
| Kingfisher Cottage | |
| Single to Quadruple Occupancy | $60 |
| Extra Person | $18 |
| Tree house Whydah | |
| Single or double occupancy | $40 |
| Triple Occupancy | $50 |
| Quadruple Occupancy | $68 |
| Extra Night | $18 |
| Dormitory | |
| Double to Quadruple Occupancy | $10 |
| Single Occupancy | $18 |
| Pitch own Tent | $6 |
Free Boat Transfer but not for clients pitching own tents
Byoona Amagara Island Retreat – Budget
Byoona Amagara Island Retreat is a budget / basic accommodation establishment located on Itambira Island with in Lake Bunyonyi. It presents a serene accommodation to the Uganda safari undertakers along with other guests.
Byoona Amagara Island Retreat is part of the Byoona Amagara Project that intends to build a sustainable livelihood among the local community featuring aspects of education, tourism, healthcare and agriculture. The lodge helps to generate funds for running the community initiatives.
Accommodation at Byoona Amagara Island Retreat is presented in a range of units including; Deluxe Geodomes, Basic Geodomes, Family Cottage, Wood Cabin, dormitories and self-camping.
Deluxe Geodomes at Byoona Amagara Island Retreat
- 4 Deluxe Geodomes namely; Emiizi, Ebimoori, Omuti & Eiguru.
- Equipped with sofas, sitting tables, chairs and shelves
- Private balcony
- Private hot showers and eco-san latrines
- Double & a single bed standard with provision for extra 2 single beds.
- Mosquito nets
- Large lockers to keep valuables.
Basic Geo domes at Byoona Amagara Island Retreat
- 3 Basic Geodomes a bit smaller than the deluxe geo domes
- Shared showers & latrines
- 2 doubles named Eizoba and Okwezi
- 1 twin named Eitaka
- Private balconies
- Mosquito nets
- Large lockers to keep valuables.
Amagara Cottage / Family Cottage at Byoona Amagara Island Retreat
- Luxurious in setting
- Features 2 bed rooms
- Sitting room
- Tiled floors
- Independent solar electricity
- Hot showers
- King size bed
- 2 singles
- Desk
- Sofas
- Wardrobes
- Large private shower & latrine
- Veranda overlooking the lake
- private lush garden
- 5 people maximum occupancy (4 adults)
Amaizi Cabin / Wood Cabin at Byoona Amagara Island Retreat
- Very secluded
- Private facilities namely hot shower & toilet
- Log-cabin with papyrus thatched roof, timber shutters and offcut walls
- Expanse deck with 270-degree overlooking the lake
- Double & single beds
- Mosquito nets
- Roll-up canvas windows
- Wardrobes
- Desk
- Cane sitting table and chairs.
- 4 people maximum occupancy
Dormitories at Byoona Amagara Island Retreat
- 2 dormitories i.e.
- Big dorm with 12 beds
- Little dorm with 4 beds & has chair, table & desk.
Dormitory facilities
- Mosquito nets
- Large private lockers at each bed enough to keep the back pack
- Shared facilities with cold showers & toilet
- Comfortable eco-san latrines
- Hot showers are present at a small cost
Facilities at Byoona Amagara Island Retreat
- Main building with canteen, lounge & sitting deck overlooking the lake and the Islands
- Library & Multimedia Center
- Shop and Gift Boutique
- Toilets and Showers
Accommodation Rates for Byoona Amagara Island Retreat
| Self-Camping | 12,000/=ppn |
| BIG DORM (12 beds) | 20,000/=ppn |
| LITTLE DORM (4 beds) | 26,000/=ppn |
| BASIC GEO-DOME | 46,000/=ppn |
| DELUXE GEO-DOME (self-contained) | 60,000/= ppn |
| WOOD CABIN (self-contained) | 50,000/=ppn |
| FAMILY COTTAGE (self-contained) | 225,000=/nt (entire cottage) |