WELCOME TO OM HOSTEL BUNYONYI
OM is an eco-friendly budget hostel founded in 2018, located on a beautiful peninsula, on the shores of Lake Bunyonyi.
We offer budget accommodation and adventurous experiences with our hospitality.
RESERVATION
Each room faces towards the lake..
Every guest can enjoy a huge camp fire and stargazing from our dining area.
You’ll always get the lowest rate when you book on this website.
Lake House
Queen bed (max 2 people)
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Balcony
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Shared toilet and hot shower
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Breakfast is included
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Free canoe transport
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Family, couple
Traditional Cottage
King bed (max 2 people)
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Lake View
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Shared toilet and hot shower
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Breakfast is included
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Free canoe transport
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Family, couple
Comfort Dorm Room
3 bunk bed (max 6 people)
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Lake View
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Shared toilet and hot shower
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Breakfast is included
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Free canoe transport
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group, backpacker
WHAT'S OUR SPECIALTY
Free lake transport
We offer two way free lake transport service by dugout canoe to our hostel. We can help you get anywhere you need to go 24/7.
Fresh food
We do as much as possible to support to nearby locals through purchase of their organically produced food.
Campfire
Experience traditional life style of Bakiga people. Enjoy evening campfires, local tales and stories of our region.
Are you looking for Camping site?
If you’re traveling with camping gear, we have wide open secluded spaces to set up your tent.
What people say
Average Rating
EXPLORE LAKE BUNYONYI
We organize adventurous tours (in the field since 2005), to help you plan customized tours in South Western Uganda. Most of the tours start from OM hostel.
Feel free to contact us if you want to customize your tour.
- 5Hrs Canoe Treck – $30 ~
- 1Day Canoe Treck – $70~
- Batwa/Pygmies Treck – $100~
- Home Stay – $100
- Gorilla trekking (Bwindi) – $1000~
EXPLORE LAKE BUNYONYI
We organize adventurous tours (in the field since 2005), to help you plan customized tours in South Western Uganda. Most of the tours start from OM hostel.
Feel free to contact us if you want to customize your tour.
- 5Hrs Canoe Treck – $30 ~
- 1Day Canoe Treck – $70~
- Batwa/Pygmies Treck – $100~
- Home Stay – $100
- Gorilla trekking (Bwindi) – $1000~
GALLERY
FAQ
Q Where Is OM Hostel? How Can I Get There from Kabale or Kampala?
① Kabale → Lake Bunyonyi
The easiest Kabale to Lake Bunyonyi transport is a boda boda (motorbike taxi). The ride takes approximately 20–30 minutes (about 20,000 UGX).
When taking a boda boda from Kabale, please tell the driver to take you to Supreme Car Park Bunyonyi.
If you need transportation from Kabale, please contact us at least 30 minutes in advance so we can arrange it for you.
② Lake Bunyonyi → OM Hostel
Once you arrive at Supreme Car Park Bunyonyi, please ask the parking attendant about OM Hostel Bunyonyi. The parking attendant is on duty at all times and can contact our staff when you arrive.
Phone: +256 779 417291
A speedboat to our hostel takes approximately 10–15 minutes (about 30,000 UGX).
If you prefer a slow and relaxing ride across Lake Bunyonyi, we can arrange a free dugout canoe to OM Hostel. The canoe ride takes approximately 40–50 minutes.
- Boda boda (Kabale → Lake Bunyonyi)20,000 UGX
- Speedboat (Lake Bunyonyi → OM Hostel)30,000 UGX
- Dugout canoe (Lake Bunyonyi → OM Hostel)Free
* Prices are approximate and may change depending on local conditions.
Click below to see how to get to OM Hostel from Kampala and Kabale town.
ABOUT ACCESSQ Looking for Cheap Accommodation on Lake Bunyonyi?
OM Hostel is a budget hostel on Lake Bunyonyi, with dorm beds from $15 per night.
Just 20 minutes from Kabale town, it's a great alternative to the best cheap hostels in Kabale — with lake views, swimming, and canoe trips right from your doorstep.
* Prices are approximate and may change depending on local conditions.
Q What Are the Check-in and Check-out Times?
- Check-in13:00 – 22:00
- Check-out7:00 – 14:00
Please let us know your estimated arrival time in advance.
We can be flexible depending on your tour schedule and travel plans, so feel free to ask us.
Q Is Lake Bunyonyi Safe for Swimming?
Yes, swimming in Lake Bunyonyi is safe. The lake is free of bilharzia, crocodiles, and hippos, and is about 44 m deep.
Our guests enjoy swimming by jumping straight into the lake from the balcony of our lake house.
Q What Tours Can I Enjoy at Lake Bunyonyi?
We offer a variety of tours around Lake Bunyonyi, from canoe treks to boat cruises.
Our most popular is the Punishment Island Tour from OM Hostel – $30 Canoe Trek. It's a relaxing Lake Bunyonyi canoe trek to one of the lake's most famous islands, at an affordable Punishment Island tour price.
Let us know what you're interested in, and we'll recommend the best tour for you.
* Prices are approximate and may change depending on local conditions.
ABOUT TOURSQ Can I Go Gorilla Trekking from Lake Bunyonyi?
Yes! Lake Bunyonyi is a perfect base for gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
Our gorilla trekking tour from Lake Bunyonyi starts from $300 per person. The more people in your group, the lower the price.
- 5 people or more$300 / person
- 4 people$340 / person
- 3 people$420 / person
- 2 people$540 / person
- 1 person$900
Bottled water is included in all of our tours.
Please note that the tour price does not include the gorilla permit ($700), the park entrance fee ($70), or transport after the trek.
Contact us and we'll help you plan your trip.
* Prices are approximate and may change depending on local conditions.
Q How to Make Payment at OM?
You can pay either in cash or via mobile money.
Payment options: Airtel Money, WorldRemit, or Remitly
Name: Twesigye Grace
Account Number: +256 703393375
Q What's the Fastest Way to Contact OM Hostel?
WhatsApp is the fastest way to reach us. Feel free to message us about bookings, transport from Kabale, or tours.
WhatsApp: +256 779 417291
CHAT ON WHATSAPPHOW TO GET TO OM?
CONTACT US
Andrew
Founder of OM
Most of our staff are from the nearby village. We all have experience in the tourism business. Ask us anything about traveling in South Western Uganda.
