Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is one of the famous protected areas in Africa and the world at large known for homing the rare primates these are mountain gorillas. This park is located in the southwestern part of Uganda and it covers an area of 331 square kilometers. The park is not only home to the mountain gorillas but also has over 350 bird species, plants, butterflies, and large mammals like elephants, buffalos, duikers and more.
The main activity here in this park is gorilla trekking where tourists are allowed to visit gorillas and spend an hour in their presence capturing great memories. Other activities are gorilla habituation experience where tourists spend a maximum of four hours in the presence of gorilla families visited, bird watching, and nature walks.
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park has four sectors and these are the Buhoma sector, Rushaga sector, Nkuringo sector, and Ruhija sector. Each sector has gorillas that live in groups known as gorilla families. Each family is headed by the Silverback. Its main role is to control and protect the family, mating with all the females. On your safari to Bwindi, there are different accommodations you can choose and these range from budget to luxury accommodations. The following are some of the luxury accommodations in and around the park.
Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge
Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge which is located in the Nkuringo sector of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. It has 7 guest rooms well built using local volcanic stones. Tourists can enjoy African-themed art, local and international dishes, and a well-stocked bar on the great scenery of the Volcano mountains.
Luxury Cottages
The luxury cottages have high beamed ceilings, hot water showers, lounge areas, fireplaces, and more. The lodge is inside the park and this means that primates and birds roam around the lodge. The lodge organizes experiences such as nature walks and community walks to the Bakiga and Batwa communities to enhance the visitor’s experience.
Buhoma Lodge
Buhoma Lodge is located in the northern part of the park in the Buhoma sector offering effortless access to the park and a stunning view of the forest canopy. The lodge has 10 chalets with colors reflecting the natural environment. Each chalet is comprised of and we’ll spaced balcony, an en-suite bathroom with both cold and hot waters, comfortable beds and more allowing guests to appreciate the natural beauty of the surroundings. The lodge has a communal gathering fireplace that creates an ambiance for sharing stories before or after gorilla trekking.
Mahogany Springs
Mahogany Springs is located at the river bank of the Munyanga River which provides great scenery of the surroundings and world-class cousins of all kinds both local and international dishes. The lodge has 7 grass thatched cottages providing a panoramic view of the river. Guests can enjoy a great hardwood floor, open showers with both hot and cold waters, a private terrace, and more.
The main building at the lodge offers a well-stocked bar, internet connection Wi-Fi, and double-sided fireplace hence becoming a gathering place. While at this lodge, tourists get a chance to visit the pangolin rescue center that was established in 2015 with the major aim of rescuing pangolins in Uganda.
Four Gorillas Lodge
Four Gorillas Lodge is located in the Rushaga sector of the park in the oasis of privacy, serenity, and rejuvenation. There are only the gentle giant gorillas attracting the sounds of birds and breathtaking views. The lodge is just a 10-minute drive to the park offices where trekking and habituation briefing take place. The cottages are surrounded by dense forests which are well self-contained, have great lighting, and more.
There are services offered by Four Gorillas Lodge such as pickups and drop-offs to Kisoro airstrip, a well-spaced bar, and a restaurant that is built on eco-friendly materials. The menu at the restaurant includes both local and international dishes as the buffet are order of the day.
Gorilla Forest Camp
Gorilla Forest Camp also known as Sanctuary Gorilla Forest Camp is under the management of Kent and Abercrombie and is located in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. The fabulous location of the lodge provides a great chance for to guests see the mountain gorillas peeping through windows and doors. The raised luxury sleeping tents on the wooden floor offer great comfort and an immersive experience. This lodge has spearheaded responsible tourism since the year it was established and this can be witnessed on taking a community tour while on your stay at the camp.
Gorilla Heights Lodge
Gorilla Heights Lodge also known as a haven for adventure, this lodge is one of the eco-friendly lodges in Bwindi forest and Uganda at large. The cottages of the lodge are well built and spaced with large windows allowing guests to enjoy a clear panoramic view of the surrounding forest. The cottages have a private balcony, comfortable beds, well-modernized washrooms, and a well-spaced restaurant offering all kinds of meals. After a gorilla experience, guests can relax at the open terrace or lounge area. Guests also can take part in cultural experiences like music dance, drama, massage services Yoga, and many more.
Nkuringo Bwindi Gorilla Lodge
Nkuringo Bwindi Gorilla Lodge is perched on a high Nteko ridge offering great scenery and breathtaking scenery of Volcano mountains and Bwindi forest. The lodge is owned by Ugandans with high standards including renovated gardens, walkways, cottages, and main restaurant areas. The lodge is comprised of 11 private cottages, two family-style villas, and three opulent suits. The large rooms are designed with art pieces and locally designed furniture. The lighting is by solar energy and biogas for heating and cooking, rainwater used at the lodge and all this shows how eco-friendly the lodge is. The vegetables served at the lodge come from the garden hence delicious, and this means that you can even harvest and prepare your vegetable source.
There are other luxury lodges in Bwindi such as Volcanoes Bwindi Lodge, Trekker’s Tavern Cottages, Silverback Lodge, Engagi Lodge, Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge, and more. Our luxury safaris to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park take you to the best luxury lodge. All you need is to book your safari early so that you don’t get.