Buhoma Community Rest CampBuhoma Community Rest Camp
Buhoma Community Rest Camp (BCRC) is a budget-friendly lodge in Buhoma Town Council, right at the entrance to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park in Uganda. The lodge was founded in 1993 as a community-based enterprise by members of the BMCDA and continues to be run by the local community today. The lodge's terraces offer impressive views of the surrounding rainforest, and it serves as an ideal base camp for gorilla trekking as well as observing the region's many endemic bird species.
Summary
- What it is
- Budget in Buhoma Town Council
- Where it is
- Buhoma Town Council, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
- Best for
- Gorilla trekking visitors, Budget-conscious travellers, Birdwatchers
- Main activities
- Gorilla Trekking, Bird Watching, Forest Walks, Airport Transfer
- Price level
- $(Budget)
Quick Facts
- National Park
- Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
- Subregion / Sector
- Buhoma Town Council
- Category
- Budget
- Price Level
- $(Budget)
- Best for
- Gorilla trekking visitors, Budget-conscious travellers, Birdwatchers
- Verified Visit
- Not visited yet
About Buhoma Community Rest Camp
Buhoma Community Rest Camp is a budget lodge in Uganda, situated in the Buhoma Town Council area of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Buhoma Community Rest Camp (BCRC) is a budget-friendly lodge in Buhoma Town Council, right at the entrance to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park in Uganda. The lodge was founded in 1993 as a community-based enterprise by members of the BMCDA and continues to be run by the local community today. The lodge's terraces offer impressive views of the surrounding rainforest, and it serves as an ideal base camp for gorilla trekking as well as observing the region's many endemic bird species.
The property features Restaurant, Room Service, Terrace, Self-Catering Single Room, Self-Catering Double Room, Self-Catering Triple Room and Transfer Service. Guests can expect a comfortable stay with well-maintained facilities suited to the budget category.
Activities available from this lodge include gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park — Uganda Wildlife Authority permits cost $800 per person and should be booked well in advance, birdwatching across diverse habitats and Forest Walks and Airport Transfer.
Notable features of Buhoma Community Rest Camp include Breathtaking rainforest views from the terraces, Right at the entrance to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Community-based enterprise with social impact, Ideal starting point for gorilla trekking and Gorilla permit booking service available. These qualities make it a distinctive choice within the Buhoma Town Council.
Buhoma Community Rest Camp is listed as a budget property on Lodges of Uganda. Their website has additional information about rooms and rates. All lodge profiles on this site are independent and based on verified information — no paid placements.
Location & Region
Buhoma Community Rest Camp is located in Buhoma Town Council, part of the Bwindi Impenetrable National Park region in Uganda. It is situated within or near Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
General area: Buhoma Town Council
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Highlights
- Breathtaking rainforest views from the terraces
- Right at the entrance to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
- Community-based enterprise with social impact
- Ideal starting point for gorilla trekking
- Gorilla permit booking service available
Who Is This Lodge For?
Advantages
- Breathtaking rainforest views from the terraces
- Right at the entrance to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
- Community-based enterprise with social impact
- Ideal starting point for gorilla trekking
Frequently Asked Questions
Last updated: 2026-09-09T05:50:05.879386+00:00
Prices can change depending on season, availability and booking conditions. Please contact the lodge or a trusted tour operator for current rates.
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