Lake Bunyonyi Eco Resort in Lake Bunyonyi, Lake Bunyonyi: Hours, Facilities and Family Guide
Parks, beaches and nature in Lake Bunyonyi, Lake Bunyonyi
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An eco resort on Kyahugye Island in Lake Bunyonyi with an outdoor pool, a children's playground, family rooms and a restaurant.
What is Lake Bunyonyi Eco Resort?
Lake Bunyonyi Eco Resort sits on Kyahugye Island in Lake Bunyonyi, about 9 km from Kabale in south-western Uganda. It is an island eco resort with an outdoor pool, a children's playground, a restaurant, a barbecue area and family rooms. The resort runs entertainment staff and a nursery, and the island setting means the lake and its wildlife are the main draw. It is a quiet, family-friendly base for Lake Bunyonyi and the road to Bwindi.
The resort is on an island in Lake Bunyonyi and arranges boat transfers and canoeing with local operators.
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- Island setting Book the boat transfer
- Children's playground On site
- Pool and lake Bring swimwear
Is it right for your child's age?
| Age group | Verdict | What to expect |
|---|---|---|
| 0-2 years | Good | Playground and family rooms |
| 3-5 years | Great | Playground and pool |
| 6-9 years | Great | Pool and canoeing |
| 10-12 years | Great | Canoeing and island walks |
| 13+ years | Good | Full island resort |
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Key details
- Address
- Lake Bunyonyi Eco Resort, Kyahugye Island, Lake Bunyonyi, Kabale, Lake Bunyonyi
- Opening hours
- Resort open daily; boat transfer to the island arranged at booking
- How long to plan
- Two to three nights
- Suitable ages
- All ages
- Setting
- Outdoor
- Booking
- Book ahead — the island has limited rooms
- Payment accepted
- Card and mobile money at reception
What to expect when you visit
Take the boat transfer to Kyahugye Island, then check in and settle into a family room. The outdoor pool and children's playground are close to the main building, and the restaurant and barbecue area are on site. The lake and its islands are explored by canoe and boat.
What if...?
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How do we get to the island?
A boat transfer arranged at booking.
Is there a children's playground?
Yes, on site.
Can we canoe?
Yes, with a guide.
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 pool and on the lake, wear life jackets on boats and canoes, and keep them within the resort grounds.
Tickets and costs
- Toddler entry (0 if free)
- Free
- Ticket notes
Rates are quoted on enquiry and vary by season and room type. The boat transfer to the island is arranged at booking. Confirm current rates and family-room availability.
- Parking
- Free
- Free entry rules
- No
- Extra costs (activities, rentals, food)
Outdoor pool, children's playground, restaurant, barbecue, family rooms, entertainment staff, nursery, canoeing
- Food and drink per person (estimate)
- Free
- Return transport (estimate, flat)
- Free
- Transport estimate note
- Bus to Kabale, then a boat transfer to Kyahugye Island
Plan your visit
- Combine with
- Lake Bunyonyi
- Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
- Bunyonyi Overland Resort
- What to bring
- Swimwear
- towel
- closed shoes
- insect repellent
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Frequently asked questions
- What are the Lake Bunyonyi Eco Resort opening hours?
- Resort open daily; boat transfer to the island arranged at booking.
- How long do you need at Lake Bunyonyi Eco Resort?
- Plan for Two to three nights.
- What payment methods does Lake Bunyonyi Eco Resort accept?
- Lake Bunyonyi Eco Resort accepts Card and mobile money at reception. It does not accept cash.
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