The Haven in Bujagali, Jinja: Hours, Facilities and Family Guide
Parks, beaches and nature in Bujagali, Jinja
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An eco river lodge at Bujagali near Jinja with chalets and campgrounds, a riverside restaurant, a children's play area, sandpit and free sports facilities.
What is The Haven?
The Haven is an eco river lodge on the west bank of the Nile at Bujagali, near Jinja, set on a large property that runs down to the river's first rapid. It offers chalets, bungalows and campgrounds, a restaurant overlooking the water, and an unusually good set of free family facilities.
Children have a play area, sandpit, hammocks, table tennis, pool table, volleyball, football and badminton, all free to guests. The lodge is a relaxed, budget-friendly base for Jinja's adventure activities, and the riverside setting makes it a good place to spend an afternoon even if you are not staying.
The lodge is run as an eco-tourism property and supports the local community around Bujagali.
💡 Money-saving tips for families
- Free sports facilities Most of the family activities are included
- Ask about day access It is not always advertised
- Walk to the rapids The river path is the highlight
Is it right for your child's age?
| Age group | Verdict | What to expect |
|---|---|---|
| 0-2 years | Good | Sandpit and shaded play area |
| 3-5 years | Great | Play area, sandpit and hammocks |
| 6-9 years | Great | Free sports and the river walk |
| 10-12 years | Great | Sports, biking and kayaking |
| 13+ years | Great | Rafting and the full activity list |
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Key details
- Price
- Entry from UGX 133,312
- Address
- The Haven, Bujagali, Jinja, on the west bank of the Nile, Jinja
- Opening hours
- Lodge open daily; restaurant and grounds open to day visitors by arrangement
- How long to plan
- Overnight or a long lunch
- Suitable ages
- All ages
- Setting
- Outdoor
- Booking
- Book ahead for rooms and bungalows
- Payment accepted
- Card and mobile money at reception
What to expect when you visit
Settle into a chalet or bungalow, then spend the afternoon between the riverside restaurant, the children's play area and the sandpit. The free sports equipment - volleyball, football, badminton, table tennis and pool - keeps older children busy.
Walks down to the river's first rapid are the highlight, and the lodge can arrange rafting, kayaking and mountain biking for older children and adults.
What if...?
The questions every parent asks before booking. Tap to expand.
Can we visit for the day?
By arrangement - confirm with the lodge first.
What is free?
The play area, sandpit and most sports equipment.
Is it good for teenagers?
Yes, the rafting and kayaking are arranged on site.
Family essentials
- Suitable age bands
- 0–2 years
- 3–5 years
- 6–9 years
- 10–12 years
- 13+ years
- Safety notes
Supervise children near the river and on the rocks at the rapids, and follow the guides on any water activity.
Tickets and costs
- Toddler entry (0 if free)
- Free
- Ages that pay the child rate
- 3-12
- Ticket notes
Rooms from about USD 133 per night, with children aged 3-12 at half price and under-3s often free. Day access to the restaurant and grounds is by arrangement - confirm before travelling.
- Parking
- Free
- Free entry rules
- No
- Extra costs (activities, rentals, food)
Children's play area, sandpit, volleyball, football, badminton, table tennis, pool table, hammocks, rafting and kayaking (charged)
- Food and drink per person (estimate)
- Free
- Return transport (estimate, flat)
- Free
- Transport estimate note
- Bus to Jinja, then a boda boda to Bujagali
Plan your visit
- Combine with
- Source of the Nile
- Jinja Nile Resort
- Sipi Falls
- What to bring
- Swimwear
- towel
- closed shoes
- insect repellent
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Frequently asked questions
- What are the The Haven opening hours?
- Lodge open daily; restaurant and grounds open to day visitors by arrangement.
- How long do you need at The Haven?
- Plan for Overnight or a long lunch.
- What payment methods does The Haven accept?
- The Haven accepts Card and mobile money at reception. It does not accept cash.
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