Volcanoes Bwindi Lodge overlooks the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest Reserve in Western Uganda, close to where the gorilla treks start. Guests stay in one of the eight simple stone cottages, each of which offers stunning views over the forest canopy.
Stunning views from the lodge Bwindi Impenetrable Forest Reserve
Sometimes the gorillas sleep in the grounds of the lodge
Use as a base to trek for the mountain gorilla
Have a relaxing massage
Bwindi Impenetrable Forest is home to gorillas, monkeys, chimpanzees and birds. Tracking gorillas in the so-called ‘impenetrable' forest is a magical experience.
The Volcanoes Bwindi Lodge is pleasant lodge and is located just outside the reserve, around 500m from the gorilla trailhead. The eight stone and thatch cottages are comfortable but basic, with en-suite bathrooms.
Guests can spend the day mesmerized by exotic sounds, or watching primates and birds in the canopy from the terrace of the cottage, which juts out into the forest. The main areas are similarly simple, but enjoy great views out over the dense forest and down the valley. As well as gorilla tracking itself, guests can go on guided forest and birding walks, as well as village and pygmy visits. There is also a nice river stroll on the property itself.
When to visit
Take a walk down by the river on the property - the birding is amazing!
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Enquire NowThe Volcanoes Bwindi Lodge overlooks the magnificent Bwindi Impenetrable Forest in Uganda, home to gorillas, monkeys, chimpanzees and birds.
8-hour 30-minute international flight to Entebbe-Kampala Airport. The lodge is an hour's flight from Entebbe, a long drive day's drive from Kampala or a 6-hour drive from Kigali.
Imagine Uganda
Let us take you on a journey through Uganda. This trip presents some truly spectacular wildlife encounters. Float down the Nile River observing crocodiles and hippos in Murchison Falls. Admire the energetic behaviour of chimpanzees in Kibale Forest. Join lion researchers in Queen Elizabeth National Park. Trek through Bwindi Impenetrable Forest and be rewarded with an hour observing a gorilla family. Top this off with some exhilarating water activities from a private island on the Nile River.
Gorilla Trekking in Uganda
Gorilla trekking in the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest is the highlight of visits to Uganda, to see the fascinating mountain gorillas in their natural habitat.
