Bushbaby Lodge in Mukono, Mukono: Hours, Facilities and Family Guide
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A family-friendly lodge in Mukono District with pottery classes, horse riding, forest hikes, farm tours and a kids' club, about an hour from Kampala.
What is Bushbaby Lodge?
Bushbaby Lodge sits in Banda-Kyandaza Village in Mukono District, about an hour east of Kampala, on a hillside with views over the surrounding countryside. It is a lodge with a strong activity programme rather than a simple place to sleep, and children are central to the offer.
Activities include pottery classes, horse riding, forest hikes, farm tours with goats and other animals, yoga and a kids' club. Some guests find the activity pricing high relative to the room rate, so ask for a package or agree costs before booking. Rooms are comfortable and the restaurant serves meals on a terrace.
The lodge runs farm and forest activities that introduce children to animals and the outdoors, and employs staff from the surrounding villages.
💡 Money-saving tips for families
- Ask for a package Activities are charged separately and add up
- Book horse riding early It is the most popular activity
- Bring old clothes Pottery is messy
Is it right for your child's age?
| Age group | Verdict | What to expect |
|---|---|---|
| 0-2 years | Okay | Farm animals and the grounds |
| 3-5 years | Good | Pottery and the farm tour |
| 6-9 years | Great | Horse riding and forest walks |
| 10-12 years | Great | Full activity programme |
| 13+ years | Good | Hikes, riding and yoga |
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Key details
- Price
- Entry from UGX 35
- Address
- Banda-Kyandaza Village, Mukono District, about an hour east of Kampala, Mukono
- Opening hours
- Lodge open daily; activities booked on arrival or in advance
- How long to plan
- Overnight
- Suitable ages
- All ages
- Setting
- Outdoor
- Booking
- Book ahead for rooms and activity packages
- Payment accepted
- Card and mobile money at reception
What to expect when you visit
Check in, then plan the activities with the staff - pottery, horse riding, a forest hike and a farm visit are the core options. The kids' club and the animals keep younger children busy between activities.
Meals are served on the terrace, and the forest walks start from the lodge. Confirm the activity prices when you book, as they are charged separately from the room.
What if...?
The questions every parent asks before booking. Tap to expand.
Is it good for young children?
Yes, the farm animals and pottery suit younger children.
Are activities included?
No, they are charged separately - ask for a package.
How far is it from Kampala?
About an hour east, in Mukono District.
Family essentials
- Suitable age bands
- 0–2 years
- 3–5 years
- 6–9 years
- 10–12 years
- 13+ years
- Safety notes
Supervise children around the horses and farm animals, and wear closed shoes on the forest walks.
Tickets and costs
- Toddler entry (0 if free)
- Free
- Ticket notes
Rooms are priced per night with a child supplement of about USD 35. Activities - pottery, horse riding, forest hikes and farm tours - are charged separately, and some guests find the activity pricing high. Ask for a package.
- Parking
- Free
- Free entry rules
- No
- Extra costs (activities, rentals, food)
Pottery classes, horse riding, forest hikes, farm tours, yoga, kids' club
- Food and drink per person (estimate)
- Free
- Return transport (estimate, flat)
- Free
- Transport estimate note
- Bus or matatu to Mukono, then a boda boda to the lodge
Plan your visit
- Combine with
- Mpanga Central Forest Reserve
- Source of the Nile
- Kampala
- What to bring
- Closed shoes
- long trousers for horse riding
- insect repellent
- change of clothes for pottery
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Frequently asked questions
- What are the Bushbaby Lodge opening hours?
- Lodge open daily; activities booked on arrival or in advance.
- How long do you need at Bushbaby Lodge?
- Plan for Overnight.
- What payment methods does Bushbaby Lodge accept?
- Bushbaby Lodge accepts Card and mobile money at reception. It does not accept cash.
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