Forest Park Resort in Buloba, Wakiso: Hours, Facilities and Family Guide
Parks, beaches and nature in Buloba, Wakiso
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An eco resort at Buloba on the Mityana Road about 30 minutes from Kampala, with a water park, children's pool, canoe rides and fishing.
What is Forest Park Resort?
Forest Park Resort sits at Buloba on the Mityana Road in Wakiso District, on the outskirts of Kampala. It is an eco-friendly resort with lodge accommodation, extensive gardens and a water park, plus a children's pool, canoe rides, fishing and walking trails.
The resort is open daily from early morning until late, and day visitors can use the grounds and pool. It is a popular weekend escape for Kampala families, with space for children to run and a mix of water play and quieter garden activities.
The resort is run as an eco-friendly property with gardens and a small lake, and the water park is supervised.
💡 Money-saving tips for families
- Weekdays are quieter Weekends bring Kampala families
- Bring a change of clothes The water park soaks everything
- Ask about day access It is charged separately from rooms
Is it right for your child's age?
| Age group | Verdict | What to expect |
|---|---|---|
| 0-2 years | Okay | Children's pool with an adult |
| 3-5 years | Good | Shallow pool and gardens |
| 6-9 years | Great | Water park and canoe rides |
| 10-12 years | Great | Full water park and fishing |
| 13+ years | Good | Water park, canoeing and fishing |
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Key details
- Address
- Mityana Road, Buloba, Wakiso District, Wakiso
- Opening hours
- Daily 7am to 11pm (reported) Closed now
- How long to plan
- Half day
- Suitable ages
- All ages
- Setting
- Outdoor
- Booking
- Walk-in for day access; book ahead for rooms
- Payment accepted
- Cash and mobile money at reception
What to expect when you visit
Pay for day access at reception, then change and head to the water park and children's pool. The gardens run down to a small lake where canoe rides and fishing are available.
Allow half a day. The resort is busy at weekends, so arrive early for a spot by the pool, and bring a change of clothes for the water play.
What if...?
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Can we visit for the day?
Yes, day access is charged at reception.
Is there a children's pool?
Yes, separate from the main water park.
How far is it from Kampala?
About 30 minutes on the Mityana Road.
Family essentials
- Suitable age bands
- 0–2 years
- 3–5 years
- 6–9 years
- 10–12 years
- 13+ years
- Safety notes
Supervise children in the water park and around the lake, and check the depth of the children's pool.
Tickets and costs
- Toddler entry (0 if free)
- Free
- Ticket notes
Day access is charged; current pool and water park rates are not published consistently, so confirm at reception. Canoe rides and fishing are charged separately.
- Parking
- Free
- Free entry rules
- No
- Extra costs (activities, rentals, food)
Water park, children's pool, canoe rides, fishing, gardens
- Food and drink per person (estimate)
- Free
- Return transport (estimate, flat)
- Free
- Transport estimate note
- Matatu along the Mityana Road to Buloba, then a short boda boda ride
Plan your visit
- Combine with
- Kavumba Recreation Center
- Uganda Equator at Kayabwe
- Mpanga Forest
- What to bring
- Swimwear
- towel
- change of clothes
- sun hat
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Frequently asked questions
- What are the Forest Park Resort opening hours?
- Daily 7am to 11pm (reported).
- How long do you need at Forest Park Resort?
- Plan for Half day.
- What payment methods does Forest Park Resort accept?
- Forest Park Resort accepts Cash and mobile money at reception. It does not accept cash.
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