Ssese Islands

All listings below are in Kalangala Bay, unless otherwise noted.

This is the newest tourist venue opened at the end of 2004. Mirembe offers clean and comfortable single and double rooms with large bathrooms. The venue is secluded in and arc of forest where camping is also possible. Bar and restaurant situated under a large thatched open sided structure with views of the lake. Cottages: Single Occupancy Ushs130,000-: Double Occupancy Ushs240,000-; . Block house: Single Occupancy Ushs115,000-; Double Occupancy Ushs185,000; Triple Occupancy Ushs285,000-. Camping our tent - Per bed Ushs80,000; Camping your own Ushs20,000-. Rates include breakfast,Lunch,Dinner,and a soft drink on each meal.

Agnes' Guesthouse

located near the pier o Bukasa Island. Simple rooms are available for $4. Food can be served, but any contributions of ingredients will also be appreciated.

Father Christopher's Guesthouse

Located about a 30 minute walk from the pier on Bukasa Island; ask locals for directions. Rooms are available for $4, and there is a kitchen, but visitors will have to provide their own food.

18 self-contained cottages with solar lighting and hot water. Bar and restaurant. Executive Cottages: Ushs100,000- bed and beakfast; Ordinary Cottages: Ushs80,000- bed and breakfast; Simple Cottages: Ushs60,000- bed and breakfast. Single rooms not self contained Ushs10,000- bed only. Lazy camping in provided tents: Singles Ushs10,000- per night; bed only Double Ushs20,000- per night; bed only.

Banda Island

This small, remote island is the home of a retired British-Kenyan engineer, of a somewhat colonial mindset, who will enjoy sharing drinks and a good story with anyone who shows up. It includes several bandas Shs100,000 and a dorm Shs 40,000; camping Shs 30,000, tent can be provided is also permitted. Rates are full board, and the owner cooks well, though you may be asked to bring a few ingredients -- and be reimbursed -- if you are arriving from Kampala. It is essential to call ahead to let the owner know that you are coming. There is not much to do on the island but bask in the sun and marvel at what a beautiful and remote place you have reached.

Ssese Habitat Resort

This venue opened early 2008 on Bugala island and consists of 3 lake facing properties each with 5 well furnished self contained rooms. Satellite TV is available. One of the 3 properties can be utilised as a family unit. There is a camp ground for campers that wish to use their own equipment or tents and bedding can be provided by the resort on request. A Kampala booking office can be visited at at 40 Bombo Rd in Carol House. An open air bar & restaurant serves a variety of wines, beers and soft drinks and of all course meals. Single Occupancy: Full Board Ushs80,000-, Bed & Breakfast Ushs55,000-, Bed Only Ushs45,000-. Double Occupancy: Full Board Ushs150,000-, Bed & Breakfast Ushs100,000-, Bed Only Ushs85,000-. Triple Occupancy: Full Board Ushs200,000-, Bed & Breakfast Ushs150,000-, Bed Only Ushs120,000-. Family Occupancy: Full Board Ushs800,000-, Bed & Breakfast Ushs505,000-, Bed Only Ushs425,000-. Camping our tent - Per bed Ushs25,000.. Camping your own Ushs15,000. Camping rates include breakfast.

Islands Club

Accommodation in bungalows and tents. Camping possible on the beach at US$10- per person. Visitors to Islands Club are requested to pre-book in Kampala at Wema Tours.

Kingfisher Camping site

This is the first venue you encounter when arriving off the ferry. This simple site offers a grassed camping area with small dining room and volleyball court on the beach. Accommodation is currently provided is a few tents with all bedding provided. Meals are prepared on request. Safari tent with bedding Ushs30,000- 1 or 2 persons Simple tent with bedding Ushs20,000- Self camping 5000- per person