Broadbill Forest Camp vs Buhoma Community Haven Lodge
Both in bwindi region · Updated 2026
Quick Answer
Broadbill Forest Camp is a budget ($) in Ruhija, often chosen by budget travelers and bird watchers. Buhoma Community Haven Lodge is a community lodge ($$) in Buhoma, well suited for community tourism supporters and families. Broadbill Forest Camp is the more affordable option ($), while Buhoma Community Haven Lodge positions itself at the mid-range level. They are in different areas: Broadbill Forest Camp in Ruhija and Buhoma Community Haven Lodge in Buhoma. Buhoma Community Haven Lodge has a stronger eco/community focus.
Option A
Broadbill Forest Camp
Ruhija · Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
A simple forest camp in the Ruhija sector, named after the African broadbill bird found in Bwindi. A practical budget option for gorilla trekking and bird watching.
Option B
Buhoma Community Haven Lodge
Buhoma · Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
A community-managed mid-range lodge above Buhoma village with nine self-contained cottages and views of the rainforest. Profits support local development.
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Broadbill Forest Camp | Buhoma Community Haven Lodge | |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Budget | Community Lodge |
| Price Level | $ Budget | $$ Mid-range |
| Sector / Area | Ruhija | Buhoma |
| National Park | Bwindi Impenetrable National Park | Bwindi Impenetrable National Park |
| Distance to Park | — | — |
| Rooms | — | Twin/Double Cottage, Family Cottage |
| Dining | — | Meals are served in the main dining area. The kitchen prepares breakfast, lunch,... |
| Highlights | Budget-friendlyNamed after African broadbill birdForest settingGood for birding | 8 twin/double cottages + 1 family cottage, all en suiteCommunity-run by BMCDAOpened 2014 — upgraded from original Rest CampForest views from private terraces |
| Best For | Budget travelersBird watchersGorilla trekking | Community tourism supportersFamiliesGorilla trekking |
| Activities | Gorilla trekkingBird watchingNature walks | Gorilla trekkingCommunity walksBird watchingBatwa cultural trail |
| Website | — | Visit website |
Choose Broadbill Forest Camp if you...
- are looking for budget travelers
- are looking for bird watchers
- are looking for gorilla trekking
- value budget-friendly
- value named after african broadbill bird
Choose Buhoma Community Haven Lodge if you...
- are looking for community tourism supporters
- are looking for families
- are looking for gorilla trekking
- value 8 twin/double cottages + 1 family cottage, all en suite
- value community-run by bmcda
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