Book on our site
Up to 10% cheaper
than Booking.com
Check rooms and rates
From77US$ /night
Check-in
04Dec2025Select date
Check-out
05Dec2025Select date
Rooms and Guests2 Guests, 1 Room
Key details

About the Hotel

Ssese Island, Kalangala, Uganda, 11
Perfect
7.3
8.3
/10
3.7
4.0
/5

Rooms and Cottages

Victoria Forest Resort, located on Bugala Island in the Ssese archipelago, provides views over Lake Victoria. Guests can choose from Deluxe Rooms, the Royal Cottage, the Millennium Cottage, and Family Cottages. Deluxe Rooms feature a balcony or terrace with lake and garden views. The Millennium Cottage features a private terrace. The Royal Cottage is designed for couples and includes a queen bed; baby cots are available upon request. Family Cottages include a sitting room and can accommodate up to 6 guests with a special configuration for an additional fee. All rooms include a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, and a private bathroom with free toiletries and a shower.

Dining Options

Victoria Forest Resort features a restaurant serving local and international cuisine. There is also a bar and lounge, along with outdoor dining options. Full-board guests can arrange a romantic candle-lit dinner on their private balcony or terrace upon request. Options for organizing Romantic Dinners on their private balconies or terraces is available.

Leisure and Activities

Victoria Forest Resort has a 3 km private beach. Guests have access to swimming pools for adults and children. Other facilities include a shared lounge, garden, and private beach area. Every Saturday, the resort offers a boat cruise from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at UGX 30,000 per person. Additional premium activities include guided forest walks (UGX 20,000 per person), sauna/steam (UGX 20,000 per half hour), massage (UGX 50,000 per hour), trips to the Kihumuro caves (UGX 50,000 per person), and quad biking (UGX 100,000 per hour).

Location and Transportation

Victoria Forest Resort is located on Bugala Island, the largest of the 84 islands in the Ssese archipelago, situated in the northwestern part of Lake Victoria, Uganda. The resort is 70 km from Entebbe International Airport. For guests arriving via the Entebbe route, free pickup is available upon docking at Lutoboka Bay. Pickups from Kampala or Bugoma Landing Site (Bukakata Route) are available for a fee. Transportation to Bugala Island from Nakiwogo (Entebbe) takes 1 hour and 15 minutes via the Nyanza Evergreen Waterways Company vessels, or 3 hours and 30 minutes via the MV Kalangala.

Onsite Services

Victoria Forest Resort offers free Wi-Fi throughout the resort. The front desk is open 24 hours. The resort has three conference rooms that can accommodate up to 200 people, including PA systems and stationery. The resort organizes celebrations for weddings, honeymoons, and birthdays. Options include boat cruises, beach access, and event hosting. There is a free luggage carrying service.

View all

Select your room type

The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Standard Queen Room
2 persons
16 m² 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Triple Room Lake View
2 persons
40 m² 
1 King-size bed
Lake view
Shower
Deluxe Double Room
2 persons
44 m² 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Balcony

Price and Room Availability Calendar

Check availability and prices for your dates now!

Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Centre
Kalangala 2.2 km
Airports
Entebbe International (EBB) 68.6 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Free parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Private beach
  • Currency exchange
  • Fireplace
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Canoeing
  • Cycling
  • Aerobics
  • Fishing

Services

  • Free airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Poolside snack bar
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Picnic area/ Tables
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Board games
  • Children's menu
  • Children's pool
  • Game room

Spa & Leisure

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Beach access
  • Sun loungers
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • BBQ facilities
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Sauna
  • Back massage
  • Head massage
  • Full body massage
  • Pool with view
  • Shallow end

Room features

  • Sitting area
  • Dressing area
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
Show more

Location

Ssese Island, Kalangala, Uganda, 11
Map view
Ssese Island, Kalangala, Uganda, 11
Nearby
Harbour
Kalangala ferry terminal
910 m
Kalangala Ferry Dock
950 m
Want to see Exclusive Early Booking Rate?
Get exlusive rates right now!
Check Rates
Property information and rules
Check-in
from 12:00-23:59
Check-out
from 07:00-11:00
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site for free.
Internet
is available in public areas for free.
Breakfast
At the hotel Victoria Forest Resort guests are invited to a full breakfast served for free. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Number of rooms:
41

Next best alternative

Consider them for your next trip.
Check-in
04Dec2025Select date
Check-out
05Dec2025Select date
Rooms and Guests2 Guests, 1 Room

Want to save 15%?

Unlock mobile deal now
Book your stay with special mobile rate on and save up to 15%.
Victoria Forest Resort Kalangala Skyline photo

Victoria Forest Resort

7.3
Very good97 reviews
2.2 km from center
69 US$
77 US$
per night
Mobile-only price