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Honey Bear Bush Camp
Honey Bear Bush Camp, Queen Elizabeth National Park
Honey Bear Bush Camp is a small, serene retreat on the southern bank of the Kazinga Channel, inside the Kyambura Game Reserve near Queen Elizabeth National Park. It feels remote. It feels untouched. The camp has just five spacious safari tents. Each has a private bathroom and wide views over the water. From your deck, hippos surface and snort. Elephants wander down to drink. Mornings begin with birdsong and the gentle splash of the channel.
The atmosphere is classic safari. Simple. Elegant. The camp is part of Wildplaces Africa, known for lodges that honor both nature and community. It is one of only two properties inside Kyambura Reserve, alongside its sister lodge, The River Station. You arrive by boat. A quiet, cinematic entrance. Honey Bear is intimate and deeply personal. A place for those who seek stillness, wilderness, and understated romance.
Highlights
- 5 spacious en-suite tents (36sqm) set along the banks of the mighty Kazinga Channel
- Comfortable dining area and lounge celebrating the golden age of safari
- Safari-style outdoor showers that bring you closer to nature
- Dining under the stars with fresh ingredients and expert preparation
- Exclusive access to untamed wilderness with minimal other visitors
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Location and Getting There
Honey Bear Bush Camp is easy to reach by both road and air. You can fly from Entebbe to Kasese or Mweya Airstrip. From there, it takes about one hour by road to the boat point, then a short boat ride to camp. You can also drive from Fort Portal, Kibale National Park, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, or Queen Elizabeth National Park. The roads are good, and the drive is very scenic.
Accommodation at Honey Bear Bush Camp
Honey Bear Bush Camp offers five beautiful en-suite safari tents. Each tent is large, about 36 square meters, with wooden floors, a private bathroom, and an outdoor shower that lets you wash under the open sky. Every tent has a private veranda where you can sit, relax, and watch the river. The view is always changing — elephants, hippos, buffalo, and colorful birds often pass by.
The main tent is the heart of the camp. It has a dining area, a small lounge, and space to sit and enjoy the view. The open design lets in fresh air and the sounds of nature. At night, the camp is lit by lanterns, giving it a warm and magical feeling.
Dinner is often served under the stars, with fresh food cooked by friendly local chefs. After dinner, guests can gather around the campfire, sharing stories while listening to the sounds of the wild.
Honey Bear is simple but very comfortable. It offers great comfort at a fair price and gives guests a close connection to nature. The team is caring and helpful, making sure everyone feels at home.
Activities At Honey Bear Bush Camp
There is so much to do at Honey Bear Bush Camp. Whether you love adventure or just want to relax, there is something for everyone.
#1 Game Drives
Join guided game drives through the Kyambura Reserve. You might see elephants, buffalo, antelope, and even lions. The area is quiet and private, so you often have the whole landscape to yourself.
#2 Dhow & Boat Cruises
This is a highlight of your stay. Take a dhow cruise on the Kazinga Channel — the first of its kind in Uganda. Sail across the calm water as the sun sets. Watch hippos, elephants, crocodiles, and hundreds of water birds. It is peaceful, relaxing, and full of life.
#3 Chimpanzee Tracking
Visit the nearby Kyambura Gorge, also called the “Valley of the Apes.” Walk with expert guides to find chimpanzees and other monkeys in the forest. It is an amazing experience to see these intelligent animals up close.
#4 Bird Watching
The Kazinga Channel is one of the best birding spots in Uganda. You can see fish eagles, kingfishers, pelicans, storks, and even flamingos in nearby crater lakes. Bring your binoculars!
#5 Nature Walks & Hiking
Take a guided walk through the grasslands, hills, and forests. Learn about plants, insects, and animal tracks. The guides are friendly and know the area well.
#6 Community Visits
Meet local people who live near the reserve. Visit villages, schools, and small farms to learn about their daily life. Wildplaces supports community projects, and your visit helps their work
#7 Relaxation & Wellness
After your adventures, relax with a massage at the camp spa, which overlooks a small waterhole. You can also enjoy a dip in your private plunge pool, or just rest in a hammock with a cool drink. Every moment at Honey Bear is peaceful and refreshing.
#8 Wellness & Relaxation
Back at the lodge, enjoy a massage at the safari spa perched above a water hole, relax by your private plunge pool, or swim in the main pool while watching wildlife on the plains below.
Conservation and Community
Honey Bear Bush Camp is part of the Wildplaces Conservation Foundation, which helps protect wildlife and support nearby communities. By staying here, guests help protect the chimpanzees of Kyambura Gorge and other animals in the reserve. Money from every night spent here goes toward anti-poaching patrols, habitat restoration, and local education projects. The camp also employs people from nearby villages, helping families earn income and learn about conservation. Every guest who stays here becomes part of this effort to keep Uganda’s wild places safe and alive.
Combine With
Honey Bear Bush Camp fits perfectly with other Wildplaces lodges for a complete Uganda safari:
- The River Station – a stylish lodge above the Kazinga Channel
- Semliki Safari Lodge – for forest safaris and chimp trekking
- Papa’s Camp, Murchison Falls – for classic river and savanna adventures
Together, these lodges show the best of Uganda — from wild rivers and deep forests to open plains and waterfalls.
