WELCOME TO OUR NEW WEBSITE! Please pardon our appearance as we work to develop the best site possible. If you have any feedback at all, let us know! The BYOONA AMAGARA PROJECT
...a rural development initiative of the Sustainable Communities Network (SCN), and the pilot project of its Sustainability Now! program. Byoona Amagara endeavors to bridge the gap between tourism, education, agriculture and healthcare, in a location where all are essential to daily life. The project consists of various program elements in rural education, "livelihood level" organic
agriculture, healthcare maintenance, diagnosis, treatment and prevention at the village level, and enterpreneurship in tourism, renewable energy, and more, and develops its funding in part from the operation of an island backpacker lodge on Lake Bunyonyi, Uganda, a tour and travel service for Uganda and Rwanda, and from the generous donations of individuals around the world who support our efforts.
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 BYOONA AMAGARA ISLAND RETREAT
...is a traveler's' paradise located at Lake Bunyonyi in the southwest of
Uganda, situated on an island peninsula alongside a protected cove at
the heart of the stunning and serene island-studded lake. We cater
to independent and budget travelers looking for serious relaxation,
gorgeous views, unique accommodations and delicious food, all at the
most affordable prices in the region. While tranquility and relaxation are the
main reasons our guests come to stay with us, there is also plenty to
do... from island-hopping by canoe, to trekking through the hills and
villages around the lake, to birdwatching the 150+ species found here,
or visiting various scenic and cultural hotspots of the area - either
guided or unguided, or just swimming and hiking on our island itself...
you will not be at a loss for a pleasurable activity when you are
ready. Take the advice from fellow travelers you meet who have already
stayed with us, and come experience Byoona Amagara for yourself!
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 PROGRAMS & INITIATIVES
Byoona Amagara is a not-for-profit establishment dedicated
to supporting education and sustainable community development at Lake
Bunyonyi. 100% of our proceeds support
local programs in sustainable agriculture, indigenous forestry,
education & literacy, cross-cultural exchange and more,
including the development of our new library & multimedia
center! All programs conducted at Byoona Amagara are based upon
advancing
development sustainably in the local community. Besides some of the
program areas mentioned above, we also have various
initiatives in the works in training & technology, permaculture
& ecology, tourism & finance, et al. Please contact us with
any comments or questions! You are also encouraged to sponsor the
education of a local child at either primary or secondary level.
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