Nshongi Camp

What a gem! Even though it’s just at the edge of Bwindi, it truly feels like you’re deep in the jungle. We were welcomed so warmly (and very grateful they carried our overpacked bags!) with a refreshing drink before settling into our own cozy little house. The balcony view into the forest was pure magic. Huge bathroom, hot shower, great food, and the kindest staff you could wish for. Next time I’d love to stay longer, simply to enjoy the tranquility and the place itself.

Payment is a scam The location of this place is beautiful, literally on the edge of the Bwindi NP. Staff seemed helpful and honest. However when we paid our bill, us was told the transaction did not get through. We ended up paying 3 times the same amount of money and - although promised by manager Barnabas and multiple contacts with director Silver - so far (6 weeks later) we did not get our money back. Reviews on google later showed other guests have experienced the same unfortunately. Needless to say: I would not stay here again. If you do so: pay in cash, and do not trust the staff members.

Please see my review of June 2022 as everything still applies!! I did not expect to be returning to Uganda so soon and staying at Nshongi Camp again was like coming home. Moses spoilt me rotten and is so caring and concerned that everything is perfect--he is absolutely delightful. The helpful manager Alphonse organised my boda boda to the gorilla trek start point and he also took me to Muko to get the bus to Mbarare, following his very good advice that it is a shortcut avoiding going back to Kisoro. He is a very good boda boda driver! He also went to a money changer for me because the ATM in Kisoro refused to give me money! And he was flexible regarding meals as my appetite is so small and 3 courses is 2 too many! I would absolutely recommend booking extra days at Nshongi just to enjoy the tranquility and serenity sitting all day on the viewing platform being spoilt by Moses. And next time I will definitely be doing a bird walk with the local birder as well as seeing the gorillas.