Mbunga Community Tourism Campsite

This place is incredible!! Worth re-organising your whole trip just to come here. Spectacular scenery, Alexander was a fantastic and knowledgeable host. We enjoyed hiking through the Rwenzori mountains with him. Ferdnant is the best chef in Uganda, delicious food and a fun cooking class. Can't wait to come back. Just book it!

Everything was perfect.

The view and the staff were amazing. A paradise away from the hustle and bustle of Kasese.

Bring your own hammock for relaxing with a nice view

What a great stay in the Rwenzori Mountains to support the local community. People are very friendly, food is delicious, waterfall hike and coffee workshop were amazing. Simple facilities, don't expect too much comfort.

Prices for Bandas are bit high for a very simple room

The site is very basic but safe, comfortable, and very quiet. Checkin was easy and they prepared a warm dinner for my arrival. They have beer and water for purchase. Breakfast was generous with a tasty rolex, omelette, and coffee. The bandas are brand new along with the toilet, and they are in the process of expanding the number of bandas. It is primitive but comfortable accomodation, without electricity or running water outside of the reception/dining area. You will be provided a portable lamp. There isn't much of a view from the campsite, but the 1700 meter altitude provides an excellent view of the constellations and stars - bring your camera. There is a small village about 400 meters from the campsite, but stock up in Kasese before heading up. The temperature is cool at night, but blankets are provided. There is a small basin and large jug of water for light washing in the banda. It is not the easiest place to get to or stay at, but decent enough if you are looking for an adventure and a start to explore the Rwenzori Mountains.

Arriving during the rainy season means washed out roads. The road to Kilembe alone had small rivers crossing it. The 5 kilometers up the mountain was steep (700 meters further up) and on what I wouldn't even call a road anymore. A boda boda was necessary and struggled for an hour to get up the mountain, requiring multiple hop ons and hop offs while in the rain in pitch-black darkness, luggage strapped to the back. I got there after dark and left before sunrise, taking 45 minutes to get back down to Kilembe. It was definitly an adventure, one I wouldn't call worth it, but that's on me.

very stunning location, very peaceful and lovely staff - highly recommend this, it is a beautiful experience!

it is a little effort to get there on the bumpy road by moto taxi but totally worth it!

Be prepared for a challenging 30-minute trek up the mountain to get to this place. The road -- if you can call it that -- is shockingly bad, full of ruts, rocks and mud. If you've got your own vehicle, 4x4 in low-low is a must. Otherwise, get a bodaboda to take you up the mountain. Once you get to the top, the view of Lake George, the Rift Valley and the Rwenzori's is worth it. The staff helped carry our bags up the last 200 meters to our huts. The dinner and breakfast were quite good and the beer was cold. We didn't take any hikes to the waterfall but I've heard they're excellent.

Although the huts are on the primitive side, they're not bad for a rustic camp in Uganda. You'll need to order your food and beverages in advance of your arrival.

I am really very impressed by Mbunga. This accommodation that belongs to a local community to help the inhabitants of this region. First of all I am shocked and very gratified to have discovered this site. I can say that it is a retreat place to rest and relax. Reflect away from the noise of the cities. The staff is incredibly friendly and helpful. I am very grateful to Alexander, Erwina. They are wonderful. They are pleasant all the time and Alexander is a great host. He always helps you in everything. He is also a very knowledgeable guide about the community. He knows the culture of his people and explains it in depth. The accommodation is really authentic. It is the perfect solution if you are looking to integrate into the nature of this beautiful region and want simplicity and authenticity. The local experience in this part of the Rwenzori foothills is Mbunga. The tranquility, the contact with nature and the views of this beautiful valley. I can say that Mbunga is my own Shangri-La in Uganda. I absolutely recommend the experience. Includes excursions to the Roriki River waterfall, which is incredible. The purity of the water in this river is amazing. And unknown.

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What an amazing place, located at the very top of one of the rwenzori foothills it is an absolutely stunning place to spend a night, or a week. The staff were all amazing and incredibly welcoming, kind and facilitating of every need.

As a Gen Z, no wifi- a fact that will attract many people less addicted to their phone as me. I was also the only one to stay here…. People get yourselves to Mbunga!

At about 1800 above sea Level this place offers a great view into the Mountains and down to the Plateau. Very friendly staff, good food in large amounts. We took a guided Walk to the Border of the National Park Mount Rwenzori at 2300 m above sea level and to beautiful Rukoki water fall. Very friendly and knowing Guide. We saw a three horned Chamelion up there. We also booked a Camp fire with Story telling. A very homey experience with Lots of Exchange about all aspects of live, some home-brewed banana bear and fire grilled Chicken. Definitly worth visiting. Driving the Last 6 Miles with a Car is not advisable. We parked the Car at Kilembe Police station and took motorcycles sent by the Camp up to the Camp.

Bring a flashlight with you, as there ist no light in the cabin,, toilette, and shower. Recharging mobile phone and flashlight can be done in the on site restaurant.