Broadbill Forest camp is located at the very edge of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, encouraging birding on your balcony for the rare Albertine Rift Valley endemics in the east of the forest. Even after a long day’s safari, you will not be tempted to put your binoculars at rest.
The camp is calm and peaceful with fantastic views of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest making it a perfect place to totally unwind and relax, away from the pressures and stresses of everyday life.
Facilities
There are six en suite tents which are beautifully and comfortably furnished. There is also a dining room, a bar and a fire place.
Staff
Our Staff are friendly and trained to meet international standards and will do everything possible to make you feel at home. The food is professionally prepared by our chefs.
Vegetarian diets are available on request.
Accessibility
Broadbill Forest Camp, Ruhija in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest is very near to the briefing point, just 3 km from the park headquarters, making it very convenient for gorilla tracking.
The camp also has wheel chair access.
Activities At Broadbill Forest Camp
Since the camp is located in Ruhija, Bwindi impenetrable forest, it offers a great variety of activities such as;
Gorilla Tracking
This is one of the most famous activities. Gorilla permits must be booked in advance since they are a requirement for gorilla tracking. The lodge can arrange these permits from Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) on behalf of our clients if asked in advance or at the time of booking the lodge. They cost 700 US dollars for foreign non residents, 500 US dollars for foreign residents and 250,000sh for East Africans.
Nature Walking Safaris
For walking safaris through Bwindi impenetrable forest, book in advance and our local guides will take you through. This also includes guided walk s to Mubwindi swamp and to a water fall.
Cultural Community Tours
This involves cultural dances from the local people of the community, visiting the Iron smelters, basket weavers and honey collectors.
Bird Watching Tours
Bwindi Impenetrable Forest has been voted best birding destination and with our birding experts, you can have the best birding moments especially for those Albertine Rift Endemics like the African Green Broadbill which is highly sought after.
Story Telling From Local Elders
Stories will be told by the knowledgeable elderly people about the rich history and culture of Bakiga over a camp fire, enjoying your beer, tea or coffee. This is arranged on request.
Bicycle Tours
For your guided bicycle tours, book in advance through Broadbill Forest Camp.
